No Service / Searching (even no SIM card insert in iPhone)

Even not insert SIM card, my iPhone 8 Plus also showing "Keep Searching"...


No showing "No SIM"...


It will recover sometime in 1 or 2 hours searching, then show no SIM, it will work as normal again after insert SIM card...


It seems during "Searching" / "No Service" time... iPhone totally cannot detect whether having SIM or without SIM in the iPhone 8 Plus...


Anyone can help...?

iPhone 8 Plus

Posted on Oct 23, 2020 7:37 PM

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Oct 28, 2020 10:07 AM in response to KTCLM

Hello KTCLM,


It sounds like you are seeing "Searching" or "No SIM" on your phone.


Here are some resources that can help:


From If you see 'invalid SIM' or 'no SIM' on your iPhone or iPad


  • Update your iPhone or iPad to the latest version of iOS.
  • Restart your iPhone.
  • Check for a carrier settings update. Go to Settings > General > About. If an update is available, you'll see a prompt to select OK or Update.
  • Remove your SIM card from the SIM card tray and then put the SIM card back. Make sure that the SIM tray closes completely and isn’t loose. If you use a SIM tray from a different model iPhone, iPad, or from another phone manufacturer, it might not fit properly.
  • Try using another SIM card. If you don't have one, go to your carrier's retail store and ask them to test with another SIM card. You might need to replace your SIM card.


As well as the additional steps in If you see No Service or Searching on your iPhone or iPad


  • Reset your Network Settings: Go to Settings > General > Reset > Reset Network Settings. This also resets Wi-Fi networks and passwords, cellular settings, and VPN and APN settings that you've used before.
  • Contact your carrier: Issues with your carrier or account might affect your service. Contact your carrier to:
    • Verify that your account is active and in good standing.
    • Make sure there are no outages in your area.
    • Check that your device isn't blocked from receiving cellular services and is set up with the right data plan.



Hope this information helps.


Have a good day.

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