====== SIM CARDS ======
RFinder takes a MICRO SIM card, and there are 2 SIM slots.\\ 
Adapters available, e.g., Verizon's nano sized SIM card fits into a B1+ with a nano to micro adapter.\\ 
☛ Here's one source of adapters on Amazon: [[https://www.amazon.com/iSYFIX-Card-Adapter-Nano-Micro/dp/B00R25GJJW/ref=sr_1_3?crid=S8TCV12S409D&keywords=micro+sim+card+adapter&qid=1669564900&sprefix=micro+sim+cad%2Caps%2C159&sr=8-3|iSYFIX Sim Card Adapter Nano Micro - Standard 4 in 1 Converter Kit with Steel Tray Eject Pin]]

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===== ATT =====

The RFinder can be 'seen' as a **Samsung Galaxy S8** for the SIM card providers (AT&T) saying it's not an approved device.\\ 

===== Verizon =====
Activate the SIM card in a Verizon phone, then place into the RFinder.\\ 

===== MINT Mobile =====
No issues, most seamless.\\ 
☛ Available at [[http://www.mintmobile.com|MINTmobile.com]] and at [[https://www.amazon.com/s?k=mint+mobile&crid=3GEXQD6J18FIV&sprefix=mint+mobile%2Caps%2C150&ref=nb_sb_noss_1|Amazon.com]]\\ 

==== Android APN Settings for MINT Mobile ====
To set up the MINT APN on Android, enter the settings at:\\ 
__Android 9__: **Android Settings | Network & Internet | Mobile Network | Advanced | Access Point Names | 3 dots | New APN**\\ 
or\\ 
__Android 12__: **Android Settings | Connections | Mobile Networks | Access Point Names | Add**\\ 
or something similar depending on which Android version.
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**__MINT Mobile APN Settings__** (Source: [[https://www.mintmobile.com/help/how-to-configure-android-settings|MINTmobile.com]], July 22, 2023)\\ 
Once you’ve activated your plan and inserted your SIM card or installed your eSIM (for compatible phones), complete these steps.\\ 

__Steps:__\\ 
  - Go into your phone’s Settings
  - Select Connections or Search Access Point Names
  - Select Mobile Networks
  - Tap Access Point Names (APN)
  - Tap the 3-dot menu in the top right > Reset to default
  - Select Add to enter the following information as shown (Note: the input process is case sensitive):

__APN Setting:__
  * Name – Mint
  * APN – Wholesale
  * Proxy – (leave blank)
  * Port – (leave blank)
  * Username – (leave blank) 
  * Password – (leave blank)
  * Server – (leave blank)
  * MMSC – (copy/paste below)<code>http://wholesale.mmsmvno.com/mms/wapenc</code>
  * Multimedia Message Proxy – (leave blank)
  * Multimedia Message Port – 8080
  * MCC – (do not change default values)
  * MNC – (do not change default values)
  * Authentication Type – (leave blank) //[Note: Enter PAP to get rid of those config messages when booting up.]//
  * APN Type – default,supl,mms,ia
  * APN Protocol – IPv4/IPv6
  * APN Roaming Protocol – IPv4
  * MVNO type: GID
  * MVNO value: 756D
Tap the three dots in the top right corner and select Save; ensure that the new Access Point Name is selected and restart your phone
After your phone powers back up, you can test these new settings by sending yourself a picture message. \\ 
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If you're having problems saving this new APN, create a new APN, then save the APN after entering the MMSC info. Then edit this APN and complete the rest of the fields and save.
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