I've been tech-savvy for a while, but SIM cards are something I haven't researched deeply. I've used the same SIM card for nearly a decade across two older phones with T-Mobile. It originally was in an LG-G6, then migrated to a One Plus 8 six years ago. When I switched to the One Plus 8, it worked perfectly for 5G, which I didn't have before. Now that I've just gotten the One Plus 15, I'm curious if there's any reason to get a new SIM card. Specifically, I'm wondering if SIM cards can go bad and if an older SIM card might limit the features and services I can access with my new phone?
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Yes, old SIM cards can definitely go bad over time. Nowadays, many carriers and phones are shifting towards eSIMs, meaning you may not even need a physical card anymore. However, if you're still using a physical SIM and your card's in good shape, it should work fine! Just keep in mind that some features might require a newer SIM for optimal operation.
That's good to know! My phone can use dual SIMs or an eSIM, but I prefer the physical SIM for now. I'm just concerned about any limitations.