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How To How to change the SIM card(s) on the Huawei Mate 8

The Mate 8 is one of a few devices that can use two SIM cards at once. This is a common feature outside of the US. You could use it if you have a SIM for one country and a SIM for a different country, or maybe you and a friend want to go minimal and share a device.

The Mate 8 has one SIM tray that can hold both SIM cards. First, use the SIM removal tool or a paperclip to push in the small hole on the left side of the device.

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The SIM card tray will pop out a bit so you can grab it with your fingers and pull it out all the way. This tray can fit two nano SIM cards in the orientation shown below.

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Use "Slot1" if you only have one SIM card in the phone. The Mate 8 will do all the hard work for you. Any call or message will be labeled by what SIM card it was sent to.
 
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