Can you use a smartphone without a data plan?

Can you use a smartphone without a data plan?

The extra cost in data was unnecessary. T-Mobile allows you to have a smart phone that you don’t have to pay for data to use. I bought an unlocked phone that allows me to use T-Mobile on a month-to-month plan and just run on wifi to get the data. AT is not doing it.

Does it matter what SIM card I use?

It does not matter if you are using an Android or Apple (AAPL) – Get Report phone. The SIM card has enough memory to typically store up to 250 contacts, some of your text messages and other information that the carrier who supplied the card can utilize.

Does a SIM card carry data?

Despite the complicated name, it’s basically your phone number. They can also store contact information, telephone numbers, SMS messages, billing information and data usage. Plus, your SIM will have a personal identification number (PIN) to protect against theft.

What data is saved on a SIM card?

Data that SIM cards contain include user identity, location and phone number, network authorization data, personal security keys, contact lists and stored text messages. SIM cards allow a mobile user to use this data and the features that come with them.

Are deleted texts stored on SIM card?

Temporary Storage When you delete a text message, it is not immediately removed from your device. The encrypted technical message data remains stored on the SIM card, but is marked to be overwritten. If the messages are downloaded directly to your device, this can mean that several hundred “deleted” texts remain.

Are messages stored on SIM card?

3 Answers. Text messages are stored on your phone, not on your Sim. Therefore, if someone puts your Sim card into their phone, they will not see any text messages that you have received on your phone, unless you have manually moved your SMS’s to your Sim.

Will I lose my pictures if I change my SIM card?

Please be assured that you won’t lose any data stored or apps installed on your device if you change your SIM card. Apps, pictures, and videos are stored on your phone’s memory (internal or memory card) and will not be deleted if the SIM card is removed.

Will I lose data if I change SIM card?

Activating a new SIM card won’t impact any data stored on an SD card, but as some phones share the same “tray” for SIM and SD cards, be careful not to remove the SD card when installing or changing the SIM card.

Can you change SIM cards and keep the same number?

Yes, you can. If you move from one network to another then you need to ask your old network for a PAC code, and give it to your new network within 30 days. Your new network will port your mobile number over to your new SIM.

How do I swap my SIM card and keep the same number O2?

If you decide to switch to another network, you’ll need to request a PAC code if you want to keep your phone number, or a STAC code if you’d like a new number. You can request your code by giving us a call on 202, signing in to My O2, or: Texting PAC to 65075, for free, if you want to keep your phone number.

How do I transfer my old number to my new SIM?

How do I transfer my mobile number?

1. Call or text your current provider to request a mobile PAC code. A PAC code should be given to you immediately over the phone or within two hours by text.
2. Contact your new network and give them the PAC code.
3. Check the SIM works in your phone and the new number has ported across.

Can you get old mobile number back?

Maintaining the same phone number while changing phone plans or carriers is entirely possible. If you left a plan and did not hold the number for a new plan, it may be lost forever. The carrier maintains the number, however, and you can inquire about reinstating your old number.

Can I get a new O2 SIM card with the same number?

You may want to swap your sim card if you’re changing phones and need a different sized sim – or if you need a sim with a 4G tariff. Once you’ve got a new sim from us, you can swap the number of your original sim to the new one by signing in to My O2 Business and going to My Account.

What happens when you get a new SIM card?

Answer: A: Answer: A: If you change it for a SIM from the same carrier, nothing happens, the device continues working as before. If you change it for a SIM from another carrier and the phone is locked to the original, then it will work as a fancy iPod, none of the phone capabilities will be available.

How do I activate an old SIM card?

How to Reactivate an Old SIM Card

1. Remove the SIM card from the handset.
2. Write down the numbers that are printed on the SIM card.
3. Contact your wireless provider to activate your SIM card.
4. Give the IMEI number and SIM card number to your customer service agent.