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    SIM + eSIM

    Senior carrier switch.

    eSIM new way

    • iPhone 14+ US — eSIM only.
    • No physical card.
    • Activate via app.
    • Senior simpler.
    • Travel multiple eSIMs.
    • Newer phones.

    Port number

    • Keep old number.
    • Tell new carrier.
    • They handle transfer.
    • 1-2 hours typical.
    • Senior easy.
    • Don't cancel old first.

    SIM swap fraud

    • Scammer steals number.
    • Senior major risk.
    • Set carrier PIN.
    • Required for changes.
    • Critical protection.
    • Call carrier set up.

    Travel eSIM

    • Airalo app.
    • Buy eSIM by country.
    • $10-$50 per trip.
    • Senior cheaper than roaming.
    • Multiple eSIMs phone.
    • Free download.

    Old SIM cards

    • iPhone 13 + before — physical.
    • Pop SIM tool.
    • Move card to new phone.
    • Senior simple.
    • Reactivate via carrier.
    • Easy switch.

    Carrier help

    • Walk into store.
    • Free transfer.
    • Senior in-person help.
    • Same day.
    • Bring ID.
    • Worth visit.

    Set carrier PIN = senior fraud protection

    SIM swap fraud big senior risk — call carrier set PIN required for changes. Plus eSIM new iPhones simpler. Travel Airalo eSIM saves vs roaming. Carrier store free help senior switching. Don't skip PIN protection.