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How do I top up my iPad cellular?

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How do I top up my iPad cellular?

If you’re setting up your first plan on your iPad, go to Settings > Mobile Data > Set Up Mobile Data. If you’re setting up another plan on your iPad, go to Settings > Mobile Data > Add a New Plan. Choose a network provider. If you can’t see your preferred network provider, contact them for a SIM card or an eSIM.

Can I use my phone SIM in my iPad for calls?

The easiest way to make phone calls with your iPad is to use FaceTime, the video conferencing software that comes with the iPad. You can use your iPad with eSIM or Apple SIM. You can use Wi-Fi Calling on these devices, even if your iPhone isn’t on the same Wi-Fi Network or turned on.

Can you buy an iPad and add cellular later?

You must purchase cellular data capability when you initially buy the iPad. It cannot be added later if you did not purchase it initially.

Do you have to pay monthly for iPad cellular?

iPads enabled with cellular data service work in a similar way to cell/mobile phones. There is a fee to purchase the iPad device and also a monthly fee for the cellular data service with a monthly data transfer limit.

Can you add cellular to wifi only iPad?

A WiFi-only model iPad cannot be made into a cellular data service iPad. It does not have the components that allow for cellular data service. If you order or purchase a WiFi only iPad you cannot change your mind and then use it with cellular service, for that you must purchase a cellular service version iPad model.

Can an iPad have a phone number?

An iPad does not have its own phone number. The number you may be referring to is not a regular “phone number”. The phone number associated with a cellular data service account on an iPad is used by the carrier for billing purposes.

Can you add LTE to an iPad?

If you have an iPhone or other smartphone, you can tether it to your iPad to get LTE on your tablet. You can do this by enabling the hotspot feature on your phone, and the connect to the phone on your iPad just like you would with any other WiFi network.