What's the difference between the SIMs available?

Currently available for your phone are the multi, nano, micro and standard sized SIMs and they all function in the same way. The small, removable chip that holds your contacts, your SIM connects your phone to your network so you can make calls, send texts and use the internet.

 

What is it?

Nano SIM

Nano SIM


A nano SIM is the smallest SIM card. You’ll find it in phones such as the iPhone 7, iPhone 7 plus, Samsung Galaxy S8.

Micro SIM

Micro SIM

A micro SIM is the second smallest size of SIM card. The iPhone 4s, the Samsung Galaxy S5 and S4, LG G5 SE all use this size.

Standard SIM

Standard SIM

A standard SIM is the largest SIM card. They are used in some older smartphones such as the iPhone 3GS, Samsung Galaxy Note, and also in basic phones like the Nokia 105 and the Nokia 150.

Multi SIM

Micro SIM

When you buy a SIM only deal from us, it will come in the form of a multi SIM. It consists of three parts which are a combination of the nano, micro and standard SIM cards.  They are designed to fit any device and you simply pop out the size to fit yours..



How do I transfer my contacts from one SIM to another?

  • Visit us in store and we can copy your contacts over for you.
  • Depending on the software available on both phones and their compatibility, you may be able to save your contacts to your computer, then retrieve them using the software on your new phone.
  • Again, depending on both phone's software, you may also be able to move your contacts via Bluetooth.

 


What are SIM adapters?

  • SIM adapters are small, plastic holders which a SIM can be inserted into, increasing its size and allowing it to slot into different SIM spaces. Here are some of the SIM adapters available.


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