What to do if iQOO 11S doesn't recognize SIM card

In recent years, smartphones have become an indispensable part of people's lives. However, despite the numerous functions and features that smartphones have, there are also some issues that can arise sometimes. For example, some iQOO 11S users have recently reported that their devices do not recognize SIM cards. So, what should we do when iQOO 11S doesn't recognize SIM card? The following article should solve your troubles.

 What to do if iQOO 11S doesn't recognize SIM card

First of all, we can try to reseat the SIM card. Sometimes, the SIM card may not be fully inserted into the device, resulting in it not being recognized. So, we can turn off the phone, then remove the SIM card, gently wipe the dirt on the card with a soft cloth, and then insert the phone again. Before inserting, make sure the metal contacts of the SIM card are aligned and gently press down on the card, making sure the card is securely seated in the card slot.

If the problem persists after reinserting the SIM card, then we can try inserting the SIM card into another phone. This will determine if it's a problem with your phone or your SIM card. If the SIM card is still not recognized in other phones, then there is a good chance that the SIM card itself is faulty. In this case, we can contact the operator and request a new SIM card.

If the SIM card is recognized properly in other phones, then the problem may appear on the iQOO 11S device. At this point, we can try to do a software restart. Press and hold your phone's power button and select Restart. This can clear your device's temporary data and sometimes fix some software issues. If the SIM card is still not recognized after the software restarts, then we can consider doing a factory reset.

Before doing a factory reset, we need to back up the important data in our phone. Then, go to the settings menu, find the "System & Update" option, select "Recovery & Reset", and then "Factory Reset". Please note that a factory reset will erase all data on your phone and restore your device to its initial state. So, before you do it, make sure that you have backed up your important data to the cloud or other storage devices.

If the problem persists after factory reset, we recommend contacting iQOO customer service or sending the device to an after-sales service center for repair. It may be that the SIM card cannot be recognized due to a hardware failure and needs to be repaired by a professional technician.

In short, when the iQOO 11S does not recognize the SIM card, we can try to reseat the SIM card, change to a different phone to test the SIM card, perform a software reboot or factory reset to solve the problem. If the problem persists, you need to seek professional technical support and after-sales service. Hopefully, the above methods can be helpful for iQOO 11S users who encounter similar problems.