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So I have a new iPad Air, what is all this about a SIM card? Should I have one do I need one what is it for

iPad Air, iOS 12

Posted on Mar 29, 2021 7:37 AM

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Posted on Mar 29, 2021 7:54 AM

Hello Peintre48!


When you purchased your iPad Air, you likely selected the Wi-Fi + Cellular model. This means that your iPad can connect to a cellular network while outside the range of Wifi, just like an iPhone. A SIM card is simply the authorization to let your iPad know which network to connect to (like T-Mobile, Sprint, AT&T, etc).

You should consider subscribing to a cell service provider if you plan to do activities on your iPad while on the road or away from home that require Internet.


Cheers!

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Mar 29, 2021 7:54 AM in response to Peintre48

Hello Peintre48!


When you purchased your iPad Air, you likely selected the Wi-Fi + Cellular model. This means that your iPad can connect to a cellular network while outside the range of Wifi, just like an iPhone. A SIM card is simply the authorization to let your iPad know which network to connect to (like T-Mobile, Sprint, AT&T, etc).

You should consider subscribing to a cell service provider if you plan to do activities on your iPad while on the road or away from home that require Internet.


Cheers!

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