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## On this page:
- [Your free SIM replacement is waiting](https://www.t-mobile.com#SIM)
- [Remember to update your LTE/VoLTE settings and software](https://www.t-mobile.com#LTE)
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## [](https://www.t-mobile.com)Your free SIM replacement is waiting
### Why did I get a message about changing my SIM?
- T-Mobile has America's largest and fastest 5G network and an LTE network that covers 99% of people in the U.S\*.
- Your current SIM card is not compatible with our network enhancements and must be replaced to avoid service interruptions.
- [Learn more about how our network is evolving.](https://www.t-mobile.com/support/coverage/t-mobile-network-evolution)
### What to do
Stop by a [store](https://www.t-mobile.com/store-locator), [contact us](https://www.t-mobile.com/contact-us), or [contact T-Mobile Prepaid](https://prepaid.t-mobile.com/contact-us) or click on the “Get Help” link below to order a replacement SIM. For your security, the account holder or an authorized user must make the request. Get help activating or installing a SIM. For your security, the account holder or an authorized user must make the request. [Get help activating or installing a SIM.](https://www.t-mobile.com/support/devices/sim-esim)
You'll also want to make sure your LTE/VoLTE settings are turned on and your software is up to date. [Get steps!](https://www.t-mobile.com#LTE)
## [](https://www.t-mobile.com)Remember to update your LTE/VoLTE settings and software
- We're transforming our network experience and your device's LTE/VoLTE settings and software may need to be updated.
- [Learn more about how our network is evolving](https://www.t-mobile.com/support/coverage/t-mobile-network-evolution).
- Enabling LTE/VoLTE and running the latest software version will help avoid any service interruptions.
- It's easy! Just choose your device manufacturer and follow the steps.
- If your device manufacturer isn't listed or the steps don't work, check out our [Tutorials](https://www.t-mobile.com/support/tutorials) for steps specific to your device.
### Apple
Steps for Apple software update or LTE/VoLTE settings
Setting Steps
LTE
1. From the Home screen, choose __Settings__ > __Cellular__ or __Cellular Data__.
2. If you have an iPhone with an eSIM, select the line you're making changes to.
3. Select __Cellular Data Options__, then choose the __Enable LTE__ toggle.
4. If the toggles don't display, select __Voice & Data__ or __Data__ and choose __LTE__.
VoLTE
1. From any Home screen, choose __Settings__ > __Cellular or Cellular Data__ > __Cellular Data Options__.
2. If you have an iPhone with an eSIM, select the line you're making changes to.
3. Select __Enable LTE__ and choose __Voice & Data__.
Software Update
1. From the Home Screen, choose __Settings__ > __General__ > __Software Update__.
2. If an update is available, select to download and install.
### Samsung
Steps for Samsung software update or LTE/VoLTE settings
Setting Steps
LTE
1. Open the __Settings__ app and choose __Mobile Networks__. If it's not there, select __Connections__ first.
2. Select __Network Mode__ and choose an option that says __LTE__.
VoLTE
1. Open the __Settings__ app and choose __Connections__ > __Mobile networks__.
2. Slide the __VoLTE calls__ switch to the __ON__ or __OFF__ position.
3. If it's not there open the __Phone__ app, press the __Menu__ icon with three dots, and check in __Settings__.
Software Update
1. From the Home screen, choose __Settings__ > __Software update__ > __Download and install__.
2. Select __OK__ > __Start__. When the restart message appears, choose __OK__.
3. Repeat these steps until the device shows you have the latest software version.
### LG
Steps for LG software update or LTE/VoLTE settings
Setting Steps
LTE
1. From your apps list, choose __Settings__ > __Network__ > __Mobile networks__.
2. Select __Network mode__ and choose an option that says __LTE__.
VoLTE
1. From any home screen, select __Phone__.
2. Choose __Menu__ > __Call settings__.
3. Select the __VoLTE__ switch to turn it on or off.
Software Update
1. From the Home screen, choose __Settings__ > __System__ > __Update center__.
2. Select __System update__ > __Check for update__.
3. Follow the on-screen prompts to download and install the latest software update.
4. Repeat these steps until the device shows you have the latest software version.
### OnePlus
Steps for OnePlus software update or LTE/VoLTE settings
Setting Steps
LTE
1. From the Home screen, swipe up, then choose __Settings__.
2. Select __Wi-Fi & internet__ > __SIM & network__ > __Preferred network type__.
3. Choose an option that says __LTE__.
VoLTE
VoLTE is always enabled when available
Software Update
1. From the Home screen, swipe up, then choose __Settings__.
2. Select __System__ > __System update__ > __Check for update__.
3. Follow the onscreen prompts to update to the latest software.
4. Repeat these steps until the device shows you have the latest software version.
## [](https://www.t-mobile.com)Full Terms
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