Insert a SIM Card in an iPhone 6S Plus

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You're watching VisiHow. This is a tutorial on how to install a nano-SIM card onto the iPhone 6S Plus. It's important to note that beginning with the iPhone 5, Apple has been using nano-SIM cards. If you have an older iPhone, such as the 4S, 4 or the original iPhone, you will either need a micro- or a mini-SIM card. Check with your carrier about getting a SIM card.

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Steps

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    In order to install the SIM card, you will need a SIM card removal tool, a nano-SIM, and your iPhone
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    If you turn your phone so that you are looking on the right hand side, you will see a small slot with a hole
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    Take the pointy end of your SIM card removal tool firmly press on the hole.
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    The slot will open slightly, and you can use your fingers to pull out the nano-SIM card tray
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    Then, you can turn the SIM card tray upside-down to empty the SIM card
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    Now, you are ready to insert a new card
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    There is a small notch; so, make sure that the card is aligned and fits comfortably into the tray.
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    The data side of the card should point towards the bottom when the card is placed correctly in the tray
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    Insert the SIM card tray back into the phone with the card logo and text facing upward
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    The card should slide in most of the way without resistance
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    When there is some resistance, simply press the card into the phone.
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    The phone should then register your new SIM card
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This has been a VisiHow tutorial on how to install a nano-SIM card into the iPhone 6S Plus. If you're having trouble installing a SIM card into the iPhone, then simply leave your questions, comments, or suggestions in the area below; and we'll do our best to get back to you. Thanks for choosing VisiHow! Have a great day!

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