How to remove the card from an Apple phone: Hot topics and operation guides on the Internet in the past 10 days
Recently, Apple mobile phone users have been discussing SIM card removal operations. Especially after the release of the iPhone 15 series, the difference between eSIM and physical card slots has attracted widespread attention. The following is a summary of hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days and a detailed tutorial on how to remove the card.
1. Statistics of hot topics in the past 10 days

| Topic keywords | Discussion platform | heat index | Related models |
|---|---|---|---|
| iPhone card removal tutorial | Baidu knows/Zhihu | 85,000 | full range |
| eSIM vs physical SIM | Twitter/Weibo | 123,000 | iPhone 14/15 |
| Emergency plan for lost stuck pins | Douyin/Bilibili | 62,000 | iPhone 12-15 |
2. Guide to removing SIM cards from all Apple mobile phones
1. Physical SIM card removal steps
(1)Preparation tools: Original card pin or paper clip
(2)Locating the card slot: Round hole on the right border (iPhone 6-14 series)
(3)Operation process: Insert the card pin vertically → press lightly until the card tray pops out → remove the card tray horizontally
| Model | Card slot location | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone 5-7 | middle right | Need to press hard |
| iPhone X-13 | Right side down | Card tray double-sided design |
| iPhone 14 series | bottom left | Support eSIM |
2. eSIM conversion tutorial (applicable to iPhone 14/15)
(1) Contact the operator to obtain the QR code
(2) EnterSettings-Cellular Network-Add Cellular Plan
(3) Scan the QR code to complete activation
3. Solutions to common problems
| Problem phenomenon | Solution | emergency alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Missing stuck pin | Use paper clips/earring studs instead | Avoid using toothpicks |
| Cato is stuck | Try shaking it slightly | Send to Apple official for repair |
| signal lost | Reinsert the SIM card | Check carrier service |
4. Safety precautions
1. Be sure to operate with the power turned off (except for iOS 15 or above)
2. Avoid using metal sharp objects to replace stuck pins
3. For dual-SIM models, please pay attention to the identification of the primary and secondary card slots.
Through the above structured guide, users can quickly master the card removal methods of different iPhone models. The recently hotly discussed eSIM technology will also gradually change the way traditional SIM cards are used. It is recommended to continue to pay attention to Apple's official updates.
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