How do I swap mobile phones?
- Turn on your new device.
- Tap Start.
- When asked, make sure that you connect to a Wi-Fi network.
- Choose to copy apps and data from your old device. Recommended: If you have a cable to connect your devices, follow the on-screen instructions to copy your data.
- Check your texts, photos and videos.
Can I buy a new phone without changing my plan?
If I get a new phone, will I be required to change my plan? In most cases, you’ll be able to keep your current plan when you upgrade to a new phone. If you have a basic phone without a data plan, you may be required to add a data plan or switch to a current plan if you want to upgrade to a smartphone.
Can I add another phone to My Telstra account?
Can I add a new or existing service to My Telstra? Yes, you can.
Can I buy a new phone and put my contract SIM in it?
Yes, but you’d use that contract sim in the new phone, so you’d be making use of the text/data/calls allowance you’re currently paying for, just in a different device.
When I get a new phone How do I transfer everything?
- Turn on your new device.
- Tap Start.
- When asked, make sure you connect to a Wi-Fi network.
- Choose to copy apps and data from your old device. Recommended: If you have a cable to connect your devices, follow the on-screen instructions to copy your data.
- Check your texts, photos, and videos.
What should I do when I get a new phone?
Top 10 Things to Do with Your New Smartphone
- How to transfer contacts and media.
- Activate your phone.
- Protect your privacy and phone.
- Connect your email accounts.
- Download apps.
- Understand data usage.
- Set up HD Voice.
- Pair with a Bluetooth® accessory.
Do you need account holder to upgrade phone?
You don’t really need to have the primary account holder with you, as long as you’re 18 or older and the primary has you as an authorized user, you can do upgrades to your line either by calling 611 from your T-Mobile phone or in a store.
Can I add a family member to My Telstra account?
Telstra share plans are pretty simple at the end of the day, you just need to use the same Telstra account to sign up for each SIM. Once you do this the data will automatically be shared between accounts but no other inclusions will be able to be used by other SIM holders.
Can I add someone to My Telstra account?
To add someone as an authorised contact, contact us with that person’s full name, phone number and date of birth. Once we’ve added them, we’ll send you an email verification.
Does buying a SIM card give you a phone number?
Remember that SIM stands for Subscriber Identity Module, so once you insert it in your cell phone; it is your phone’s I.D. Your mobile network (the one where you bought your SIM card) assigns you a mobile number that cannot be changed to another SIM card that is not from the same provider.
What happens at the end of a phone contract?
Remember, when your contract ends, it means you’ve paid off your handset and it belongs to you. This gives you the flexibility to choose a sim only, or pay-as-you-go deal.
How do I switch phones and keep everything?
One of the best ways to back up your stuff is to use cloud storage. Some phones come with a built-in cloud feature. If yours doesn’t, you can always use a third party storage app. Upload all your photos, documents, and anything else you want saved.
How does upgrading your phone work?
Most carriers don’t require you to pay an upfront down payment before receiving your phone and beginning the repayments. Once you reach the minimum number of months in your upgrade plan, and provided you’ve made all your repayments, you will be invited to swap your phone for a new one.
What happens when my Telstra mobile contract ends?
Check your plan or contract details including when your contract ends, the Early Termination Charges for your plan and your device buy out amount. These are fees you may need to pay if you choose to: Cancel a mobile, mobile broadband, tablet, home broadband or bundle service before your contract ends.