Hi there, I bought this phone second hand quite some time ago and I actually liked it a lot. But I bought it on the premise that it was dual sim, which it isn't (I got a fair discount for that).
But now I'm wondering if it somehow possible to turn this into dual sim using the micro sd for the second sim card? I tried reselling it, but it's just not that popular here in Germany.
Any help or advice is welcome
Many thanks in advance and sorry if the question has been asked before.
VollNoob said:
Hi there, I bought this phone second hand quite some time ago and I actually liked it a lot. But I bought it on the premise that it was dual sim, which it isn't (I got a fair discount for that).
But now I'm wondering if it somehow possible to turn this into dual sim using the micro sd for the second sim card? I tried reselling it, but it's just not that popular here in Germany.
Any help or advice is welcome
Many thanks in advance and sorry if the question has been asked before.
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You'll have to buy a dual sim adaptor.
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Hemidrosis said:
You'll have to buy a dual sim adaptor.
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Do you have a link for that?
And does it allow for both sim cards to be active at the same time?
VollNoob said:
Do you have a link for that?
And does it allow for both sim cards to be active at the same time?
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I'm not so sure. Can't post a link as I haven't reached the 10 post limit. Search for magic-sim on Google.
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Hemidrosis said:
I'm not so sure. Can't post a link as I haven't reached the 10 post limit. Search for magic-sim on Google.
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Unfortunately, magic-sim does not allow both sim cards to be online at the same time.
Hemidrosis said:
You'll have to buy a dual sim adaptor.
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Seems like nobody has chimed in yet to say that a dual sim adaptor will NOT work on this phone. Dual sim adapters are often designed as a flex cable with one end plugging into the normal SIM port, and the other end extending out with 2 SIM card ports. Since this phone does not have a removeable back, it's pretty much impossible to use one of these adapters since this phone has the closed tray design for the SIM card. You would not be able to insert the adapter into the SIM slot and be able to shut the tray into the phone without possibly damaging the flex cable.
However, if the flex cable is extremely thin enough, it might be possible. I've never owned or seen an adapter so I can't say for certain. You have to take into consideration too the Idol 3's SIM/MicroSD tray is designed to have the SIM card go in first, before the MicroSD. So it might be tricky getting the SIM card to stay flat in the tray while you attempt to push it back into the phone due to the cable being bent when closing the tray.
brian117 said:
Seems like nobody has chimed in yet to say that a dual sim adaptor will NOT work on this phone. Dual sim adapters are often designed as a flex cable with one end plugging into the normal SIM port, and the other end extending out with 2 SIM card ports. Since this phone does not have a removeable back, it's pretty much impossible to use one of these adapters since this phone has the closed tray design for the SIM card. You would not be able to insert the adapter into the SIM slot and be able to shut the tray into the phone without possibly damaging the flex cable.
However, if the flex cable is extremely thin enough, it might be possible. I've never owned or seen an adapter so I can't say for certain. You have to take into consideration too the Idol 3's SIM/MicroSD tray is designed to have the SIM card go in first, before the MicroSD. So it might be tricky getting the SIM card to stay flat in the tray while you attempt to push it back into the phone due to the cable being bent when closing the tray.
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Thank you very much for the detailed answer.
But my original question was meant differently: I wanted to know, if it is possible to change the sim/sd card tray to a sim/sim card tray? And then flash the firmware of the dual sim version and so on.
VollNoob said:
Thank you very much for the detailed answer.
But my original question was meant differently: I wanted to know, if it is possible to change the sim/sd card tray to a sim/sim card tray? And then flash the firmware of the dual sim version and so on.
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I dont think so...
Its related to the whole motherboard.
But did you think about trading it with a person which has the 6045K?
If you are both in Europe,there shouldnt be a problem with using the warranty,as you can just send the device to a repair shop.
For example,if you and I were to trade our devices,I could just send it to repairs in my own country,as long as it is in the EU.
So,if my 6045K,bought in Croatia,breaks,you can send it to repairs in an official Alcatel Repair Shop in your own country(but the repair shop must be official,and you must be in EU too)
If you want to know more,feel free to PM me.
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dudes i'm planning to get another sim card and i want to know if there others with dual sim card adaptor? thanks!!
I got Dual Sim adapter 13th generation, I am usin` one in which you must cut your sim card. But it`s not so horrible as it may sound, there are plastic boxes for regenerating your sim card. Everything works fine
Got a link for that?
sir can you post a pic of it and how it works... do we need a soft reset to activate the other sim card or you have just to enter a code?
Just thought I'd share if anyone else was wondering. I'm traveling and decided to get a second phone for texts when I head back to the States. Unfortunately, I already purchased a micro Sim card and related talk/text/internet plan for my main phone. I read about problems with adapters, so tried the "positioning" method. I just use the tape to make sure it doesn't jumble around on some of the rough roads around here, but don't think I had to use the tape at all. It works fine.
Picture attached.
Main phone: Samsung Galaxy S3 (micro Sim)
Second phone: Blackberry 9220
*Side note: I did not sign up for Blackberry Services. I had the Blackberry phone on and on WiFi before I put the Sim card in. Calling, text, and internet works fine.
Not all sim sockets are like that.
And may get stuck.
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hi,
i recently bought a magic-sim dual adapter but having trouble installing. The problem is with the sim that goes into the phone
when inserted, the other sim is on the inside of the tray (towards phone)
this is it http://www.magic-sim.com/product/id...ICRO_SIM_DUAL_SIM_ADAPTER_for_LG_NEXUS_5.html
any help appreciated
Don't know if this will help, but looking at the picture it seems the flex cable needs to wrap around and under the sim that goes into the phone.
I have a first generation moto g with a damaged sim slot. The moto g was used with a nano sim and, when removing the sim and adapter, I think one of the contacts on the phone got bent or damaged. Perfectly functional sim cards are not recognized by the phone at all.
Anyone have experience with replacing the sim slot? I'm not too good at soldering. The phone is not under warranty. Any information would be appreciated.
Thanks for reading my post.
Edit: I solved the problem. It turns out that the nano to micro sim adapter I was using was slightly off in terms of position for my nano sim cards. Once I tried a different adapter, the g recognizes my sim cards.
audit13 said:
I have a first generation moto g with a damaged sim slot. The moto g was used with a nano sim and, when removing the sim and adapter, I think one of the contacts on the phone got bent or damaged. Perfectly functional sim cards are not recognized by the phone at all.
Anyone have experience with replacing the sim slot? I'm not too good at soldering. The phone is not under warranty. Any information would be appreciated.
Thanks for reading my post.
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Check on ifixit
They have a guide on how to open the phone and you will probably get links to buy a new sim card holder
And as for the soldering you have you do it yourself
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Thanks for the reply. I had a look at some videos, not specifically for the g, and it looks like something I may not be able to do myself.
I called one well-known repair place in Toronto and the person said they cannot replace it although they can do other repairs to the g.
So does anyone know if there is a case that adds ports or an SD card to the 1 + 6? That would be amazing since all these dev are killing the SD. But I have not been able to fine any. Is there something wrong with this idea?
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So does anyone know if there is a case that adds ports or an SD card to the 1 + 6? That would be amazing since all these dev are killing the SD. But I have not been able to fine any. Is there something wrong with this idea?
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Devs are killing SD cards?!
Wow, I never knew developers could remove the slot physically before the device even enters production.
As for the need for SD cards on the go, I suggest this:
Ingelon Micro SD Card Reader Metal OTG Adapter USB type c tf card adapter usb3.1 usb c type adapter Microsd Card Reader
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/caeALW01
You can put it on your keychain, it's small and it looks good.
I ordered one for myself so that my 128GB SD card currently in my old phone doesn't just sit idle in it.
You realize that the manufacturer is still the developer of the phone right? And yes, as you can see by the 1+6 the ROG phone, and others they are sliding toward having no card slot so that we have to buy the expensive model. Like @#$&ing apples stupidity.
Hey I found this but they don't have one for our phone yet.
https://i-blades.com/collections/all/products/galaxy-note-9-case-smartcase-enviro-sensor-battery-and-memory-smartblade
TERMINATOR461997 said:
You realize that the manufacturer is still the developer of the phone right? And yes, as you can see by the 1+6 the ROG phone, and others they are sliding toward having no card slot so that we have to buy the expensive model. Like @#$&ing apples stupidity.
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you say oneplus does the same as apple? wtf
I'm using this one w/ soft case on the key ring to protect the usb-C from dust.
http://www.meenova.com/st/p/dash_g3c.html
Why is this turning into a argument people? I asked about a case not your criticism.
Now, I will state the question again, and please try to stay on topic.
Does everyone know of a case that could add a SD reader? Or multiple USB C ports for that matter?
Thanks.