Switching SIM cards before leaving for Europe (Greece). Do I lose messages on my iPhone 11

IPHone 11.Ting has advised swiTching from a Verizon sim to a t-mobile sim. Do my messages vanish or ar. They stored on the phone?

iPhone 11, iOS 16

Posted on Oct 1, 2023 3:47 PM

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Posted on Oct 3, 2023 10:00 AM

Hi VARooster,


You shouldn't lose any content when switching SIM cards. However, as it sounds like you're looking to backup your Messages. If so, you can create a backup with one of the methods here: How to back up your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support


However, if you use iCloud for Messages you can view details about that feature and how it works here: Set up iCloud for Messages on all your devices - Apple Support


You can also check with your carrier to be sure your device is unlocked to use with another carrier before traveling.


How to unlock your iPhone for use with a different carrier - Apple Support

About cellular data roaming options for your iPhone and iPad - Apple Support



Cheers.


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Oct 3, 2023 10:00 AM in response to VARooster

Hi VARooster,


You shouldn't lose any content when switching SIM cards. However, as it sounds like you're looking to backup your Messages. If so, you can create a backup with one of the methods here: How to back up your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support


However, if you use iCloud for Messages you can view details about that feature and how it works here: Set up iCloud for Messages on all your devices - Apple Support


You can also check with your carrier to be sure your device is unlocked to use with another carrier before traveling.


How to unlock your iPhone for use with a different carrier - Apple Support

About cellular data roaming options for your iPhone and iPad - Apple Support



Cheers.


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