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Why does my iPhone keep saying no SIM card installed?

Joe Ford

Why does my iPhone keep saying no SIM card installed?

If you get an alert that says Invalid SIM or No SIM Card installed, follow these steps. Make sure that you have an active plan with your wireless carrier. Update your iPhone or iPad to the latest version of iOS. Make sure that the SIM tray closes completely and isn’t loose.

Is iPhone 12 locked to carrier?

When you buy an iPhone 12 directly from Apple, whether you buy SIM-free or for a specific carrier (phone purchased through Apple can still be attached to your mobile account, for instance) it will come unlocked (with an exception we’ll cover momentarily).

Is iPhone 12 SIM free?

The SIM-free iPhone models are unlocked and do not include a SIM card for any specific carrier. You can use the phone with the carrier of your choice. According to apple.com, all of the iPhone 12 models they sell are unlocked, except for the ones purchased with an AT installment plan.

In which country is iPhone cheapest?

Countries Where You Can Buy iPhones at the Cheapest Prices

  • United States of America (USA) The tax system in the USA is a little complicated.
  • Japan. The iPhone 12 Series is priced the least in Japan.
  • Canada. The iPhone 12 Series prices are very similar to their USA counterparts.
  • Dubai.
  • Australia.

Are iPhones from Apple unlocked?

The iPhones you pay full price for (typically from the Apple Store) are unlocked by default. But an iPhone bought from a network, usually as part of an ongoing network plan, will be locked.

Can I buy an iPhone without a carrier?

When the iPhone XR originally went on sale on Apple’s website, you had to choose a carrier: AT, Sprint, T-Mobile, or Verizon. But now, if you buy an iPhone XR online, you now have the option to buy one without a carrier. “Without a carrier” means that the phone is sold without a SIM card.

Does Best Buy sell iPhone without carrier?

Yes you can have it without a plan. You will need a sims card for you chosen carrier.

Can I just buy an iPhone and put my SIM card in it?

Answer: A: You can move your sim and use the phone as you use your phone. But the sim does not contain the data stored on your phone, so none of your contacts, apps, accounts etc., will transfer because you put the sim in. Make sure you backup your current phone.

What’s the difference between an iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 pro?

Though the iPhone 12 and 12 Pro are the same size, the 12 Pro is heavier thanks to its extra hardware and the fact that, like the iPhone 12 Pro Max, it’s made of stainless steel. The iPhone 12, meanwhile, is made out of aluminum. It’s strong in its own right and lighter than steel, but it’s not as tough.