How do I find my SIM number on my Samsung?

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In your device settings, you can see the software version you’re running, check for updates and set up automatic updates (if available).

This error commonly occurs when you transfer the number you were using on your old phone over to your current phone.

Your Samsung phone reads the phone number originally assigned to the SIM card and if you are no longer using that number (such as when you've ported over your old number to use with the new SIM card) your phone will no longer know what number your are using. Your phone in this case will list your current number as 'unknown' rather than incorrectly present the number originally assigned to the SIM card.

This information cannot currently be amended due to how the Android operating system registers a number to the handset upon first use. The issue may be resolved in a future Android software update, but until then rest assured that it has no effect on your device's functionality.

As a workaround you could create a profile in your contacts list that lists your phone's number (check with your network operator if you don't know your number). To do so follow these steps:

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iPhone:
1. Open Settings.
2. Tap Phone.
3. Find number next to ″My Number.″

Android:
1. Open Settings.
2. Tap About device or About phone.
3. Tap Status or Phone Identity.
4. Find number next to ″My phone number.″

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On Samsung Galaxy, you can find your phone number in both the Settings app, and the Contacts app. This wikiHow teaches how to find your own phone number on your Samsung Galaxy phone. If your Phone number is missing, you can fix it in the Contacts app.

1. Tap the Apps button . This button has 9 squares in a 3x3 grid. It can be found at the bottom of the Home screen.

2. Open the Settings menu . Tap the Settings app in your list of apps. It generally has an icon that resembles a gear.

   • Alternatively, you can swipe down from the top of the screen and tap the icon that resembles a gear. It's in the upper-right corner.

3. Scroll down and tap About phone. This may say "About device." You'll find this in the "System" or "Device manager" section.

   • If your Settings menu has headings at the top, tap the More tab.

4. Check your phone number. Your phone number is listed at the top of the page next to "Phone Number." If your number is showing as "Unknown" or is incorrect, you can use the Contacts app to fix it. If you are using an older phone model and your phone number is not displayed on this page, continue with the following steps to find your number:

   • Tap Status in the "About Phone" menu if your phone number is not listed at the top of the "About Phone" app.
   • Tap SIM status if you still do not see your phone number.
   • Check the entry next to "My phone number."

1. Tap the Apps button . This button has 9 squares in a 3x3 grid. It can be found at the bottom of the Home screen.

2. Open the Contacts app. It generally has an icon that resembles a person on it. Tap the icon in your Apps menu to open the Contacts app.

   • Alternatively, you can open the Phone app and tap the Contacts tab at the bottom of the screen.

3. Tap your name. It's at the top of the page below your profile image if you have set one. You can also tap your profile image.

   • If you are viewing your contacts through the Phone app, tap your name below the "Me" label at the top.

4. Scroll down and view your number. It's listed below "Mobile" near the bottom of the screen.

1. Tap the Apps button . This button has 9 squares in a 3x3 grid. It can be found at the bottom of the Home screen.

2. Open the Contacts app. It generally has an icon that resembles a person on it. Tap the icon in your Apps menu to open the Contacts app.

   • Alternatively, you can open the Phone app and tap the Contacts tab at the bottom of the screen.

3. Tap your name. It's at the top of the page below your profile image if you have set one. You can also tap your profile image.

   • If you are viewing your contacts through the Phone app, tap your name below the "Me" label at the top.

4. Tap Edit . It's the middle tab at the bottom of the screen. It has an icon that resembles a pencil.

5. Scroll down and tap the green plus + button next to "Phone". It's the first option at the top fo the section for personal information.

6. Enter your full phone number. Use the number pad at the bottom of the screen to enter your full phone number with country and area code.

7. Tap Save. It's the second tab at the bottom of the screen. This saves your phone number. Your phone number should appear in the Settings menu.

   • If your phone number is still not appearing or is incorrect in the Settings menu, make sure your SIM Card is properly installed. If your phone number still does not appear or is incorrect in the Settings menu. Contact your mobile service provider.

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• How can I know phone number with the IMEI number?

  

  Your device identification numbers like IMEI and MEID are unrelated to your phone number. A device may have many phone numbers in its life, but only one IMEI/MEID.

  How do I find out my SIM card number?

  On your Android device, follow these steps to know about your sim card number details:.

  Open the “settings” app..

  Scroll down to the “About Phone” section and select it..

  In the new screen that pops up, you will see a phone number section..

  Your 10-digit Airtel mobile number can be found there..

  How do I find my SIM card number without opening a phone?

  Occasionally, a SIM tool or push pin may be required to open a SIM tray..

  Select "Settings".

  Tap on "About Phone" or "About Device" depending on your phone model..

  Choose "Status".

  Tap on "ICCID" or "IMEI Info" to see your number listed..

  Is the SIM number the same as the IMEI number?

  Is IMEI the same as SIM? No, IMEI is not the same things as a sim card but it is tied to the device. Each device has a SIM and an IMEI. The SIM is associated with the network, whereas the IMEI is associated with the device.

  How do you get to SIM settings on Samsung?

  On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → SIM card manager → Tap one or both of the switches for the SIM or USIM cards to activate them. Note: If both cards are activated, you can receive calls and messages on each card.