When to transfer sim card

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When to transfer sim card

Should SIM card be transferred from old iPhone into new iPhone BEFORE data transfer / setup of new iPhone, or after setup?

iPhone 12 mini

Posted on Jul 29, 2022 1:24 PM

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Answer 1

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Chattanoogan

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Jul 29, 2022 1:35 PM in response to MrCuppaCoffee

Before.

See 4th bullet - “Before You Begin” - in this guide:

Transfer data from your previous iOS or iPadOS device to your new iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

Note: If your new phone has 5G, you’ll want to subsequently have your SIM re-provisioned to gain access to 5G services.

Most carriers can simultaneously convert you to an eSIM quite easily.

See more here:

Transfer or convert your current SIM to an eSIM on your new iPhone - Apple Support

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Answer 2

Jul 29, 2022 4:55 PM in response to Chattanoogan

You know... I called and asked them about exactly that prior to my posting my question here about 'when' to do the card swap.

My current old iPhone is pre-5G, so I wondered if I would need a new SIM card in order to get 5G service. They said "no" my current card will work. They said there may be a service profile update that may need to occur on the phone, but no new card necessary. We'll see... (shrug)

Have always had great customer service with Ting (T-mobile network). Very inexpensive, and perfect for my type usage.

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Answer 3

Jul 29, 2022 2:47 PM in response to Chattanoogan

Thanks.

Had looked at a couple other Apple docs relevant to the topic, but missed that one. You nailed it.

No eSIM for me (Ting does not 'yet' support)

Thanks again.

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Answer 4

Jul 29, 2022 4:33 PM in response to MrCuppaCoffee

Good deal.

I’d not previously heard of “Ting” … so I’ve just studied-up on them.

Your current SIM will work fine; but DO get a updated SIM at some point to receive your 5G benefits.

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Answer 5

Jul 29, 2022 5:21 PM in response to MrCuppaCoffee

Good, a “service profile” update is a partial re-provisioning of their on-SIM application.

Presumably they can do it over the air (OTA).

So it sounds like they’re providing you w/ good info.

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