iPhone 16 Plus unexpectedly using eSIM as primary and business numbers

why did my iPhone 16 plus set up to use a ESim. and saying my mobile number was a primary and

a business number. I transferred the data over from my I Phone XR.

mobile not receiving calls yesterday so I phoned my provider and they said it was set up to a

ESim. and they are sending out a new SIM card


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Original Title: I phone 16 plus

iPhone 16 Plus, iOS 18

Posted on Jul 25, 2025 8:14 AM

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Posted on Jul 25, 2025 8:20 AM

Did you purchase the iPhone 16 in the U.S.?


We ask because the phone is eSIM only, and it won't help if your provider is sending you a SIM card that you won't be able to use.



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