Smartphone unable to detect SIM card

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The device shows "No SIM Card" or "Insert SIM" even when a card is present.

Symptoms
  • No SIM icon
  • Emergency calls only
  • SIM settings greyed out
Possible Causes
  • Dirty SIM contacts
  • Damaged SIM tray
  • Faulty SIM card
  • Modem crash

Step-by-Step Fix

1

Re-insert SIM

Power off, remove tray, clean SIM with a dry cloth, and re-insert.

2

Test Another SIM

Try a known working SIM to rule out card failure.

3

Reset Network Settings

Clears saved network configurations.

When to See a Technician

If multiple SIMs fail, the internal SIM reader pins may be bent or broken.

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