Objective
- Activate a phone as a replacement to keep existing phone number
Environment
Procedure
- Have a strong WiFi connection
- Be in an area with sufficient coverage
- Open the Republic Wireless app
- Tap Get Activated Now
- Tap I Have an Existing Account
- Sign-in to existing Republic Wireless account
- Choose to move the desired number to the new phone
- Continue to follow on-screen prompts for activation
- Once active, you’ll receive a notification that cell configuration is required
- Note: If you don’t see this notification, restart your phone and the notification should appear. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the configuration.
Additional Notes
- Failure to sign-in to an existing Republic Wireless account will result in a second account and new number
- Activating the replacement phone will cause the previous phone to be deactivated automatically
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