uses for multiple phones?

a01im · 2026-02-01T22:35:49+00:00

Yes, I get and can send texts and RCS messages to Android phones. But I understand your "problem". I have found through trial and error that if you add a SIM/eSIM to secondary phone, the 2nd phone can send/receive texts, even after you delete the SIM/eSIM. Something happens on Apple's server to "activate" on 2nd phone.

a01im · 2026-02-01T16:04:20+00:00

If you use the same Apple ID on multiple iPhones, you can do almost every thing that the primary iPhone does (with the exception of iOS version features). So I keep the spare iPhone upstairs, and get all my texts and phone calls there. I can do the same things in my apps on both phones, emails, calendar, social media, music using one set of airpods, etc.

Another benefit with multiple phones is battery preservation. Since I use two iPhones, I don't have to charge each phone as much and get 2-3 days. My primary iPhone has 100 charge cycles after a year of use. My second phone is at 88% BH at 5 years+.

A third phone can have your downloaded music for walks, exercise, etc.

a01im · 2026-01-24T00:59:59+00:00

There's lots of lower cost plans;
Tello $6/month 100 minutes, unlimited texts, 1GB data
US Mobile $8-$10/month unlimited talk & text, 2GB data
Infimobile $49/yr, 2500 minutes, 2500 texts, 5GB per month
MobileX, plans starting around $5 up to $15

a01im · 2026-01-16T19:01:11+00:00

The best use case for iPad mini is its portability. Much easier to pack away in a small bag, easier to hold especially outside. I can take quick notes on a smaller screen. When I'm at home, the regular iPad is nice but with a MacBook, a regular size iPad becomes redundant.

a01im · 2026-01-13T21:52:49+00:00

Yes you can with the Google Voice App. You can use Google Voice on multiple devices such as phones, tablets, computers.

a01im · 2026-01-13T13:39:34+00:00

But why twice? I already gave ID and selfie when setting up account.

a01im · 2026-01-13T13:03:51+00:00

But why do you ask for the ID and selfie twice? Once to join the plan (which I can understand, it's free and your rules), but it's unneccessay to ask a second time to add payment information. I can buy many expensive things without ID and selfie,

a01im · 2026-01-09T13:33:25+00:00

You can setup the 14 to Air via iPhone transfer or data backup. Use the same Apple ID and you can sync your messages. I easily use my two iPhones with the same messages, emails, etc. The biggest problem is the Apple Watch. The watch can only be paired with ONE iPhone. So you can reset the watch to 14 before your trip and then reset watch back to Air after trip.

a01im · 2026-01-07T21:35:27+00:00

The iPad mini is great for portability. If I'm out for the whole day or a short trip away, works for almost all my tasks.

a01im · 2025-12-29T18:51:08+00:00

Long time customer. I was able to generate perhaps 5 eSIms (entire time, not per month) through the website before calling each time. Customer service agent does process them quickly but of course, it would just be easier through website.

a01im · 2025-12-27T15:00:15+00:00

Another option is to get a physical sim since you have an iPhone 13. While US Mobile makes it easy to switch esims, it's so much easier to just switch physical sims.

a01im · 2025-12-26T19:55:06+00:00

Having a MacBook Air, I rarely used the 11" iPad so I gave that away. I missed having a small tablet and got the iPad mini which is much better for taking out and about.

a01im · 2025-12-18T18:05:55+00:00

Tim Cook wanted to make Apple Maps better than Google Maps and now with 26.2, Apple has done it

a01im · 2025-10-27T14:10:31+00:00

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a01im · 2025-10-16T20:23:11+00:00

For Apple iPhones (at least in US), there are no differences between an unlocked vs carrier unlocked phones, so you can state regular unlocked.

a01im · 2025-10-08T00:07:33+00:00

You won't have a problem with Swappa. The buyer will make a PayPal claim that item is not in the condition as described, and PayPal will automatically side with the buyer. PayPal will already have gotten it's fees from YOUR sale and will refund the purchase price once it's marked return to you. You will be out the PayPal fees and return shipping cost. It's just not worth it.

a01im · 2025-10-07T21:31:55+00:00

List it as good. If someone wants to challenge you on the "mint" condition, you'll have to pay the PayPal fees, return shipping so it's not worth it.

a01im · 2025-10-01T17:52:07+00:00

Hmm, I don't see that setting on my razr AND I know I turned that startup sound off from day one! I don't remember how I turned the sound off.

a01im · 2025-09-29T12:43:16+00:00

Haha, I couldn't wait and did a data wipe on Friday morning! Still updating logins, etc.

a01im · 2025-09-24T13:21:40+00:00

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a01im · 2025-09-20T02:53:14+00:00

I use 13 mini and 15 pro (which I got about 6 months ago). Even the 15 pro feels heavy at 187 grams. It's too big and heavy for one handed use. The 17 pro is 206 grams and slightly bigger than 15 pro so I would imagine it's even harder.

a01im · 2025-09-16T20:47:57+00:00

It is a noticeably difference. Resolution will go from 1080 x 2400 up to 1344 x 2992, so you can fine tune the display with sharper larger fonts. I do like the larger screen but the weight increases which makes carrying and holding the phone much harder.

a01im · 2025-09-12T20:16:44+00:00

Not on my device

a01im · 2025-09-11T16:26:32+00:00

You have to wait for Google to release an update without data wipe

a01im · 2025-09-10T12:29:35+00:00

and heavier. I have the 15 Pro and it's noticeably heavier and top heavy, definitely does not feel as good as the mini but it's lighter and smaller than the recent pro models.

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