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SIM card manager
Using the eSIM
An eSIM is an embedded version of the physical SIM card on the phone. The eSIM provides connection to your
carrier's network, however instead of inserting a card, you will activate it with your carrier account information.
You can also use the eSIM alongside a physical SIM to add a second phone number or carrier to your phone.
Manage your SIM and eSIM
Open Settings and then tap Connections.
1.
Tap SIM card manager.
2.
From here you can tap the switch next to your physical SIM, or activated eSIM to enable or disable their
connections. You can also tap Primary SIM to change the default connection for making calls, sending
texts, and using data.
To start using the eSIM, you will need to follow your carrier's instructions.
T-Mobile activation
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Verizon activation
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AT&T activation
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Note: Some carriers may not yet support the eSIM capabilities of your Galaxy phone. Contact your carrier if you
have any questions about their plans to support eSIM.
Insert the SIM card
If you are upgrading to a new phone or changing carriers, you'll need to install your SIM card to activate service.
Your carrier may require additional steps to get your service started, so get in touch with them to make sure your
account is ready for the new phone.
Note: If you are changing carriers you may need to have your phone SIM unlocked. Please contact your original
carrier for details on their unlocking policies and procedures.
Power off your phone and then insert the ejector tool that came with your phone into the hole on the SIM
1.
card tray.
Important: Be careful not to insert the ejector tool into any of the microphone or speaker holes along the
edge of your device. Look for the outline of the tray to make sure you're in the right place.
Next, you will want to push the tool until the tray pops out.
2.
Carefully line up your SIM card with the smaller cutout on the tray.
3.
Verify the card is flush with the tray, and then insert the SIM tray back into the slot on your phone.
4.
( "https://www.t-mobile.com/support/devices/t-mobile-esim" )
( "https://www.verizon.com/support/knowledge-base-240165/" )
( "https://www.att.com/help/wireless/esim-get-started/" )
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