Can I get a consumer cellular SIM card at Target?

Consumer Cellular SIM cards are available at $9.99 each in Target’s stores.

Is Consumer Cellular a 4G network?

At Consumer Cellular, all of the smartphones we currently offer are 4G LTE capable, and our nationwide network has LTE in more areas than ever before. You can check out our selection of affordable smartphones to find out specific information about each phone’s specifications.

Can I get a SIM card for my old phone?

If your existing phone uses GSM technology, there’s a good chance you can purchase a new SIM card for it. You just need to make sure it’s “unlocked” first. Some carriers include software that links the SIM card to the phone’s serial number. If the two don’t match, the phone won’t work.

Can I bring my own phone to Consumer Cellular?

With our FREE SIM card, you can connect a device you already own to Consumer Cellular service. To be activated on our service, your phone must be unlocked by your previous carrier, and be compatible with GSM network technology.

What is a 3 in one SIM card?

This is a 3-in-1 SIM Card Adapter, a three small pieces of non-aging plastic that give you the ability to turn your nano or micro SIM into a card the next size up for your cellular project. More and more of us have a phone that uses a micro-SIM. Conversely, most cellular dev boards use a standard SIM.

Why does my phone show LTE instead of 4G?

AT uses “4G” to indicate the HSPA+ network, which is older and slower than LTE. It was kind of a sales gimmick that enabled them to say their verison of the iPhone 4S, unlike their competitors, was “4G capable”.

What carriers are compatible with Consumer Cellular?

Consumer Cellular piggybacks on AT and T-Mobile’s networks to provide you with good service. Both AT and T-Mobile offer pretty strong coverage across the country—but expect your service to dip or altogether drop in more rural areas. Below you can check out both AT and T-Mobile’s coverage maps.

Is there an activation fee for Consumer Cellular?

To be activated on our service, your phone must be unlocked by your previous carrier, and be compatible with GSM network technology. Our SIM card most commonly works with phones used on AT or T-Mobile service. Inserting and activating a SIM card is quick and easy, and there are no activation fees.

What are cell phones still use SIM cards?

GSM phones use SIM cards while CDMA phones do not. If you’re on a CDMA network like Verizon Wireless, Virgin Mobile, or Sprint, your phone may have a SIM card or SIM card slot. This is most likely because the LTE standard requires it, or because the SIM slot can be used with foreign GSM networks.

What phones are compatible with Consumer Cellular service?

Consumer Cellular phones include basic flip-phones for calling and texting, the GrandPad (a senior-friendly tablet), and smartphones for customers who plan on downloading and using apps. Samsung smartphones, Android phones, and iPhones are all compatible with Consumer Cellular coverage and plans.

How do I contact Consumer Cellular?

Contacting Consumer Cellular. Consumer Cellular provides customer service by email and also by phone. There are 3 ways to reach Consumer Cellular across 3 communication modes: phone, email, web. In case you didn’t realize there was an alternative, the best phone number for Consumer Cellular customer support is 888-345-5510.

Which cell phone companies use SIM cards?

Cell phone carriers that use GSM technology use SIM cards, while cell phone carriers that use CDMA technology do not. In the United States, AT and T-Mobile are the two largest GSM networks, so any smartphone bought for use with one of these networks will use a SIM card.

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