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Looking to transfer eSim back to old phone
Hola,
I recently replaced my Google Pixel 4 with a Samsung Z Flip 4, and transferred my T-Mobile service from one to the another using an eSim. Well, a few months later I have dropped my Z Flip 4 and broken it to the point of being unusable, so I would like to reactivate my Pixel while addressing my broken phone.
Can someone please tell me how to transfer eSim back to my Pixel? I would love for there to be a fix so easy and obvious that this question is borderline not even worth asking, but I’m struggling to find it on my own.
¡Gracias!
The Pixel 4 doesn't have an esim so you're going to have to go to a store and get a physical sim.
phoneatl wrote:
gramps28 wrote:
The Pixel 4 doesn't have an esim so you're going to have to go to a store and get a physical sim.
Thanks for the reply! And yes, of course the Pixel 4 has a physical sim. I should know that. I guess, then, can I reactivate my physical sim?
SIM cards can not be reactivated after being deactivated. You will need to purchase a new SIM to transfer your service to so you can use it in your Pixel 4.
Teyang wrote:
how much is the purchase price of a new sim?
For prepaid, you can purchase a SIM Starter Kit for $25. For Postpaid, I think they are $20 unless you are starting a new postpaid service.
Teyang wrote:
thanks for the information.
Basically, there is no way to do this on my own and without paying a fee. I remember being able to do that with Sprint.
Replacement SIM cards are not free, unless defective. In which case, you would need to visit a T-mobile Store to have it swapped, which has a fee. Support can also have one sent out, if they determine your SIM is defective, but SIM's can only be sent to your billing address and take almost a week to arrive during non-holiday seasons.
gramps28 wrote:
The Pixel 4 doesn't have an esim so you're going to have to go to a store and get a physical sim.
Thanks for the reply! And yes, of course the Pixel 4 has a physical sim. I should know that. I guess, then, can I reactivate my physical sim?
Okay, I understand now. Thanks everyone, this has been a big help.
how much is the purchase price of a new sim?
thanks for the information.
Basically, there is no way to do this on my own and without paying a fee. I remember being able to do that with Sprint.
