How to buy and install an Apple SIM card?

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How to buy and install an Apple SIM card?

iPad generation 6 att

I recently had problems with logging on to cellular and went to the att store for help. They removed the apple/att sim card and installed their own. I only use cellular for one month at a time, just for trips to use the maps.

Now I can't buy another month without going back to the att store that charges me another installation and monthly fee.

Any way to get another apple/att sim card? And, how do I do it; install/cost/etc.?

Thanks.

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Posted on Jun 11, 2021 7:51 AM

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LotusPilot

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Jun 11, 2021 8:29 AM in response to novanut

Replacement physical AppleSIM cards can be purchased from Apple Stores.

If AppleSIM is used on some Cellular networks, such as AT&T, the AppleSIM may be locked to the Carrier network - and will need to be replaced before the iPad can be used with a different Cellular network. Most Cellular Network Operators do not lock the SIM - and you can freely move between networks as needed.

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Jun 11, 2021 12:34 PM in response to novanut

I’m running out of ways to say this… replacement AppleSIM kits are only available from Apple Retail Store locations.

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Jun 11, 2021 9:06 AM in response to novanut

Replacement AppleSIM cards can be purchased from a physical Apple Store - not the App Store.

AppleSIM is intended to provide the flexibility of being able to use short-term contracts from a variety of participating Cellular Carriers - switching as and when necessary.

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novanut Author

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Jun 11, 2021 8:36 AM in response to LotusPilot

Thank you.

If I understand, buying a new apple sim card will allow me to purchase an individual month using the iPad and not having to go to the att store?

Thanks.

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novanut Author

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Jun 11, 2021 8:45 AM in response to LotusPilot

Just did a search on the app store and couldn't find sim cards. Do you have a link?

Thanks.

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novanut Author

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Jun 11, 2021 10:28 AM in response to LotusPilot

There is no store within hours of my location. May I purchase one online?

Thanks.

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novanut Author

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Jun 11, 2021 12:27 PM in response to LotusPilot

Do you know if the "geek squad" might have resources to obtain and install the sim card?

Thanks again.

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novanut Author

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Jun 11, 2021 2:51 PM in response to LotusPilot

Thank you.

My apologies for being stupid.

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Jun 11, 2021 12:19 PM in response to novanut

To my knowledge, replacement AppleSIM cards are not available to purchase online; replacement AppleSIM kits are only available from Apple Retail Store locations.

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