If you cut or modify your sim card to fit a different device model, you might not be able to connect to cellular networks or access certain features using that device. What to do if iphone says invalid sim, no sim card or sim. But my iphone does not have an external port for sim card addition or removal. Jan 17, 20 so i cut my sim card it still works in the gophone although its difficult to get in there but the sim does still work i took out my iphones micro sim and inserted the gophone micro sim the iphone is giving me an invalid sim and a sim failure message.
If you see invalid sim or no sim on your iphone or. Nov 16, 2019 the sim on the iphone cant be used to store contacts. The guy at the store said you could use any gsm unlocked or att phone with any of the prepaid plans. Also make sure youre putting it in the right way cutting the correct corner, not the opposite one. How to cut a normal sim card into microsim card for the.
That voiceover method doesnt work for me bc as soon as i turn it on my screen goes to black. You also cannot back up data to or read data from the iphones sim. How to cut a micro sim into a nano sim card diy guide. Once the phone is completely powered off, use a paper clip to gain access to the sim card slot, then reseat the sim card in the tray, then insert the tray back into the phone. There is plenty of plastic around the chip so this operation is. Jan 15, 2015 if there is dust or other contaminant inside the sim card slot, try using a compressed air canister to clear it. So i cut my sim card it still works in the gophone although its difficult to get in there but the sim does still work i took out my iphones micro sim and inserted the gophone micro sim the iphone is giving me an invalid sim and a sim failure message. All our other phones you insert the pin, pull out tray, swap out cards and you were ready to go.
Iphone 4 saying invalid sim, can someone please tell me. To pop open the sim tray, insert a paper clip or a simeject tool into the hole beside the tray. Regular and micro sim cards are too big for the ipad or iphone, but this trick enables you to cut down a sim card to a nano sim so it fits into an iphone or ipad. If you have any other questions about your iphone or your sim card, leave a comment down below. Even though cutting the sim card already began with the introduction of iphone 4 and the microsim, this was not really a problem. One of the most common simrelated errors on iphones is invalid sim, as it appears due to a wide variety of reasons. The microsim to minisim adapters are generally made of plastic and so dont cause problems in other phones.
Waiting for the new shipment and will test whether the new one will work. Apart from this case, you can try the solutions below when iphone says invalid sim, no sim or sim card failure. Only one of our phones came with out the spot for the sim. Instead, all data that would be stored on the sim on other phones is stored in the iphone s main storage or in icloud along with your music, apps, and other data. Use your old 3g sim in your new iphone 4 with this awesome hack. May 21, 2011 this video will show anyone with a full size sim how to trim it down to a micro sim card using a sim cutter tool. How to get rid of the invalid sim error on iphone unlockunit. If you just get a new sim card from carrier, you should first make sure that you have an active plan. Mar 02, 2014 its not so sim ple to trim a sim card, but heres how. Micro sim not valid on iphone 4s i just ported my number several days ago from vodafone postpaid to telstra prepaid, and as a result i bought the micro sim starter pack. You also cannot back up data to or read data from the iphone s sim.
Even if the card didnt move, reinserting the sim card is something you should definitely try. Damage to the sim tray or the device caused by a modified sim card isnt covered by apples hardware warranty. Microsim not valid on iphone 4s telstra crowdsupport 39799. Regular and microsim cards are too big for the ipad or iphone, but this trick enables you to cut down a sim card to a nanosim so it fits into an iphone or ipad. Roger iphone 4 invalid sim with new micro sim card. And if you do get it, you are not able to make or receive calls or texts, two of the main reasons why we still need phones for. If there is dust or other contaminant inside the sim card slot, try using a compressed air canister to clear it. Due to inactivity, your session will end in approximately 2 minutes.
Gsm 8, 16, or 32 gb capacity model a32 black and white. Apr 17, 2015 even though cutting the sim card already began with the introduction of iphone 4 and the microsim, this was not really a problem. The easiest way to visually confirm is the sim tray located on the right side of the device. Feb 28, 2012 this is a quick how to video on the no sim problem with the iphone 4. Cut a regular sim down to a micro sim for iphone 4 and. Remove or switch the sim card in your iphone or ipad apple. But no one has posted if they are getting 3g, 4g, or lte with the cut down sim card. Cut a normal sim card into microsim card for the iphone 4 how to. Removinginseting a sim is helpful when receiving activation errors sim not detectednot validfailurenot recognizedmisaligned, having trouble with the browser or have a blankfrozen screen. If there is dust in the tray or on the card, wipe it off. That voiceover method doesnt work for me bc as soon as i turn it on my screen goes to black even tho it works, but please find me a method to bypass it.
How to insert sim card in iphone 4 iphone 4s iphone 5. Hardly measuring the size of a fingernail, the micro sim was created to accommodate the. Jan 26, 2016 only attempt to cut the sim card with very good scissors, otherwise you might break it. Its possible theres a short circuit due to having cut too close to the contacts on the sim. Install a sim card for a 3g modem in a lenovo thinkpad x61 laptop. This cards original carrier is from a foreign country sim card 2 works for both iphone 4 and iphone 6 what i did. Instead, all data that would be stored on the sim on other phones is stored in the iphones main storage or in icloud along with your music, apps, and other data. I have tried resetting network settings and rebooting with no success. Cut to fit regular sim card to iphone 4,4s brand new simple mobile starter kit activation available need plan and compatible phones. Its not so simple to trim a sim card, but heres how. Repair is straightforward, but the front glass and lcd must be replaced as a unit. How to remove and replace a sim card in your iphone 4 ios. I had a regular sim which i cut down to mini size for my iphone 4, and now i cut it down even more for my new iphone 5, and it works great. Yes you can use bsnl sim in your iphone 4 but for iphone 5 nano sim is required.
It could be hardware related in which the sim card holder and reader is loose, so it doesnt hold it in place. This is a big deal if the website doesnt recognize the sim card. However, the new micro sim says activation is required, but that the sim is not valid. This card s original carrier is from a foreign country sim card 2 works for both iphone 4 and iphone 6 what i did. Next time it says invalid sim on your iphone, youll know how to fix the problem. Repeat that 5 times and you will end up with your almost finished nano sim card. Update your iphone or ipad to the latest version of ios. This video will walk you through how to size and cut your sim into the right shape for different devices.
Looking at the link that you provided, the device shown is a iphone 4 also. The new iphone and ipad require a 3ff subscriber identity module, or micro sim. In case you have an unlocked iphone, try replacing the sim card on your iphone with a sim card from another iphone and see if it works. How to cut a normal sim card into microsim card for the iphone 4. They actually helped me set up my iphone 4s on a prepaid account. If you get an alert that says invalid sim or no sim card installed, follow these steps. Make sure that the sim card tray is completely closed.
Yet, there are chances that technical problems can take place on any of the mobile devices. I ordered an iphone 5c off line around october and it was used but when i received it i went to the store and bought a straight talk sim card so i could use it through that company and it worked great but lately my phone will randomly say invalid sim and sometimes restarting my phone helps but recently it hasnt been helping at all. Your iphone sim card is no longer invalid and you can continue making phone calls and using cellular data. To make this happen, apple has switched to a nanosim card in new iphone 5, which is 44% smaller than a microsim. How to remove and replace a sim card in your iphone 4.
Make sure that you have an active plan with your wireless carrier. Without the sim, there is no network which makes the service useless. Sep 21, 2012 i have read several threads of people who have cut their older micro sim cards to a nano sim for the iphone 5. Heres how to properly insert a sim card into your apple iphone 4s to avoid potential service issues. Based on the information that you have provided, the iphone that you have is the original iphone 4. This is a quick how to video on the no sim problem with the iphone 4. This video will show anyone with a full size sim how to trim it down to a micro sim card using a sim cutter tool. Cut a normal sim card into micro sim card for the iphone 4 how to. In this clip, learn how to trade phones and ipads back and forth by customizing your sim card. Oct 14, 2010 the new iphone and ipad require a 3ff subscriber identity module, or micro sim. Jul 20, 20 an iphone 4 without a sim card tray works with the cdma network in the us, which does not exist in other countries, so no, it will not work in malaysia. If anyone has issues or wants to know how to do any other videos, feel free to message.
I did have to shake the phone a bit after putting it in to get it to detect it, but it worked after that. The sim on the iphone cant be used to store contacts. If it is, that is the reason why your iphone says no sim card. A micro sim is like a standard sim, only with less plastic around the chip, so turning one into tother is a simple. Make sure that the sim tray closes completely and isnt loose. It recognizes 34 sec and turned to invalid sim status. You need an unlocked iphone with a sim card tray for it to work in malaysia. Gently wipe the gold sim card contacts with a soft cloth to remove any dust or oils. Certainly, you wont be able to use your normal sim or micro sim card in iphone 5. Sep 19, 2019 use only the sim tray that came with your device. Learn which size sim card your iphone or ipad uses apple.
Only attempt to cut the sim card with very good scissors, otherwise you might break it. There are many reasons your iphone may say its sim card is invalid, from a needed update to a card that has been physically jostled out of position. Then try turning the phone back on again, if it does not clear up then youll likely have to get a new sim card or a new phone so you would need to talk to vzw or apple. Jul 12, 2018 sometimes, the sim card may move a bit. For nano sim you have to take a new sim because usually you can not cut bsnl sim to. I have been using speak out with my iphone 4 locked to rogers for 2 years now with no real problems. My preferred method is using a chefs knife, placing it on the markers from step 2 and gradually increasing the pressure to make a clean cut. Fix iphone says no sim card, invalid sim, or sim card failure. Never insert anything into the sim card slot to avoid damaging the terminals. I recently moved to a new area in canada for a few months and wanted to get a new phone number for the local area to avoid long distance charges and keep my old phone number as well. Jul 03, 2014 i have been using speak out with my iphone 4 locked to rogers for 2 years now with no real problems. Remove your sim card from the sim card tray and then put the sim card back. Aug 07, 2012 sim cards were long forgotten until a few years ago when apple introduced the micro sim in its iphone 4. If an update is available, youll see a prompt to select ok or update.
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