So far, ATT, Verizon and Sprint will not allow my Tripltek tablet on their networks after checking the IMEI number. Is there anyone that has a data only plan they are using for this tablet and from what carrier. Thanks!
Data carriers compatible with the Tripltek tablet?
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Do you really need mobile phone data anyway?
If you do it's a simple matter to hotspot from your phone.
Have you tried a sim from the budget carriers like Cricket, Net10 and such. You don't have to tell them what phone just put the card in and off you go. You can go to websites and see what carriers use what and then confirm that the tablet is capable on which channels of 4G and such.
I use a AT&T Phone on Cricket for instance which uses their towers for much cheaper than going with AT&T proper contract.But as mentioned Hot Spotting is going to be much cheaper option than having two services. If you have a Phone with limited data, it's a no brainer unless they limit the Hot Spot (Which most do
) But ways around that as well I correct my stance on hotspot use. I agree, it may be a better method than a separate data plan.
Originally, I didn't like the idea of using a hotspot but, I found I have an unlimited plan so no issue, no brainer!!Have you tried a sim from the budget carriers like Cricket, Net10 and such. You don't have to tell them what phone just put the card in and off you go. You can go to websites and see what carriers use what and then confirm that the tablet is capable on which channels of 4G and such.
But as mentioned Hot Spotting is going to be much cheaper option than having two services. If you have a Phone with limited data, it's a no brainer unless they limit the Hot Spot (Which most do
anotherlab
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As everyone else suggested, using your phone's hotspot is probably the cheapest solution. You can save on some cellular traffic by caching the maps ahead of time.
I'm kind of surprised that AT&T wouldn't sell a data-only SIM for it. I knew Verizon would be a non-starter. Verizon requires phone and tablet vendors to have their devices certified for Verizon's network. This is a non-trivial task and why you won't see many OEM tablets certified for Verizon.
If you do want a data plan, search for "IoT data sim". Don't tell them it's for a tablet, it's for a "drone control device"
I'm kind of surprised that AT&T wouldn't sell a data-only SIM for it. I knew Verizon would be a non-starter. Verizon requires phone and tablet vendors to have their devices certified for Verizon's network. This is a non-trivial task and why you won't see many OEM tablets certified for Verizon.
If you do want a data plan, search for "IoT data sim". Don't tell them it's for a tablet, it's for a "drone control device"
You do have to look out for compatibility.
ATT, Verizon and Sprint traditionally uses CDMA which doesn't natively use a SIM.
Sprint is changing since it merged with T-MOBILE, the latter using SIM based GSM. The CDMA carriers are moving to SIM base if for no other reason than to be internationally compatible.
There's also the matter of frequency band that's compatible with the carrier.
ATT, Verizon and Sprint traditionally uses CDMA which doesn't natively use a SIM.
Sprint is changing since it merged with T-MOBILE, the latter using SIM based GSM. The CDMA carriers are moving to SIM base if for no other reason than to be internationally compatible.
There's also the matter of frequency band that's compatible with the carrier.
Misinformation correction.
I have been on the same ATT service plan since the original iPhone. Currently an iPhone 12 Pro Max.
I do not now, nor have I ever had a SIM in my phone.
My service plan covers all of North America for no extra fees. My iPhone also natively works fine throughout Central America.
SIM cards are not required for iPhone function in or out of network.
They are everywhere else in the world .... first time I have ever heard of US phones not having a SIM in them but then I never questioned it before ...
k9kids
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No SIM card, no calling functionality.
Pop open your SIM card tray. There will be a SIM card.
Pop open your SIM card tray. There will be a SIM card.
anotherlab
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Only Sprint, Verizon, and US Cellular were CDMA for 2G/3G. LTE is an international standard, as long as the device supports the LTE frequencies, they should work with a data SIM card from that carrier. Verizon makes it harder because they require devices to pass a certification test before being allowed on their network.
Sorry I arrive late to your question. The TRIPLTEK Tablet is LTE unlocked and it works like any other smartphone unlocked. It does not need a special contract for tablet, just a smartphone contract. So far we have customers reported they are using it with T-Mobile, ATT and Verizon. You can try to place your actual smartphone SIM card and it should work just fine.
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laaubin
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anotherlab
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There's a nice list of LTE bands and frequencies used by the major US carriers posted here on the PhoneArena site. While there is a lot of overlap with the frequencies carried, you do want to check your tablet for the bands supported when you look for a data-only SIM. For the @TRIPLTEK tablets, the LTE bands supported are listed on their technical specs page.
Not true for the AT&T compatible iPhone. There is not even a SIM card tray on my phone. This has been true since the original iPhone and I love it!
AT&T says it needs one...?
Apple iPhone 12 Pro - Insert or remove SIM Card - AT&T
Get Apple iPhone 12 Pro support for the topic: Insert or remove SIM Card. Find more step-by-step device tutorials on att.com.
www.att.com
I have one in my hand (iPhone 12 Pro Max)... there is no SIM card... same is true for all my others...AT&T says it needs one...?
Apple iPhone 12 Pro - Insert or remove SIM Card - AT&T
Get Apple iPhone 12 Pro support for the topic: Insert or remove SIM Card. Find more step-by-step device tutorials on att.com.www.att.com
perhaps they have one in Europe?
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