Hello Mobile SIM Card

A SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card is a removable memory chip that stores information unique to the cell phone user.

Cell phones need a SIM card in order to connect to a phone network in order to make calls.

The position of the access cover varies by phone but it’s usually on the side of the device. To remove the SIM card, use an eject tool or paper clip and push to release the SIM card tray.

The position of the access cover varies by phone but it’s usually on the side of the device. Place the new SIM card into the SIM card tray and slide the tray into your phone.

There are 3 SIM card sizes: standard, micro and nano SIM. All phones released since 2014 (Apple iOS and Android) now support the nano SIM card. Older phones will require either the standard or micro SIM card but most MVNOs will send out a SIM card that can be adapted to all 3 sizes.

The cost of the Hello Mobile SIM card varies between carriers. Typically, the cost is $4-5 but some carriers offer free SIM cards with their prepaid cell phone plans.

You can purchase a Hello Mobile SIM card online or in a cell phone or electronics store.

Activating your new Hello Mobile SIM card is straight forward. When you receive your SIM card, contact the carrier and they will talk you through the activation process.

You may need to adjust the APN settings on your phone. The carrier will help you with this during activation.

Any unlocked device with a Hello Mobile SIM card slot should work. However, phone compatibility does vary by exact device and carrier, so it’s important to check that your phone is supported on the carrier website, prior to ordering a new SIM card.

Yes, it’s simple to transfer your phone number when you bring your phone to a new carrier.

Although you may not be familiar with some of the carriers, all MVNOs are powered by one or more of the 4 major networks (Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T and Sprint). Therefore, you should not experience any loss in service.