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What Does the SIM Card Do on 3.0 Phones?

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Jason L.

Environment

  • All Republic Wireless 3.0 phones

Answer

The SIM card is needed for activation and used to maintain connection to the cellular service. 

Additional Notes

Not used for contacts or storing personal information


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