How to Activate your new Samsung Phone

Congratulations on your new Samsung device! You have a beautiful new phone, waiting to be used, but how do you activate it? The sales employee went over all the steps, but now that you’re home with your shiny new phone, you cannot seem to remember. 

Do not fear! Follow below with these easy steps to help you get started! In order to make things simple, read below and find your different carrier to ensure an easy activation process. This quick guide will walk you through the basics of activation so you can enjoy your new phone. Whether you're upgrading from an old model or just switching carriers, we'll show you how to set up your new phone in no time. Keep reading for all the details.

Don’t worry, you’ll be able to search for a recipe or post to your social media soon.

Activating Your Phone - The Basics: 

No matter the plan, be sure your new phone is fully charged and that you have a small amount of interrupted time in order to follow all the steps carefully. Let’s activate your new Samsung phone! 

Activating Your Phone with Verizon: 

  1. Insert your SIM card into the phone
  2. Turn on your phone by pressing and holding the power button
  3. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your phone
  4. Activate your phone by visiting verizonwireless.com/activate or calling 1-800-922-0204
  5. Select a data plan that best suits your needs, and add it to your Verizon account
  6. Enjoy your new Samsung smartphone!

 

Activating Your Phone with AT&T: 

  1. Insert your new SIM card into the phone
  2. Turn on your phone by pressing and holding the power button
  3. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your phone
  4. Activate your phone by calling AT&T at 1-800-331-0500 or going online
  5. Choose a plan that's right for you and start using your new Samsung phone. Enjoy!

 

Activating Your Phone with T-Mobile: 

  1. Insert your new SIM card into your phone
  2. Turn on your phone by pressing and holding the power button
  3. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device
  4. Create your Samsung account with T-Mobile
  5. For any questions or if you need help, T-Mobile's customer service team is available 24/7
  6. Enjoy your new Samsung!

Activating Your Phone with RedPocket: 

  1. Red Pocket is a prepaid carrier that uses the Verizon network
  2. To activate your new Samsung phone, make sure you have both your MEID number and SIM card
  3. You can purchase a Red Pocket SIM card for $10 if needed 
  4. Once you have your SIM card, go to redpocket.com/activate and enter your MEID number
  5. Follow the on-screen instructions to finish activating your phone
  6. If you have any problems, call Red Pocket customer service at 1-888-993-3888

 

But wait, there’s more!

Samsung continues to invest in perfecting apps that are both innovative and beneficial to the user. Now that you’ve activated your Samsung phone, keep reading the following tips for the most highly rated and loved Samsung apps: 

  • Samsung Internet 

Not only is this app extremely user-friendly, but it also has both a customizable toolbar and a customizable address bar. You can also utilize secret mode and the privacy dashboard to maximize your privacy when needed. The best news? This app comes pre-installed on all Galaxy Devices and is initially set as the default option, making things easy for you!

  • Samsung Smart Switch 

Have you ever been in the middle of transferring a bunch of files from one device to another, only to realize that the process is going to take way longer than you anticipated? You're not alone. Data transfer issues are incredibly common, and they can cause a lot of frustration. But don't worry - Samsung Smart Switch is here to help! Not only is it fast and reliable, but it’s also extremely user-friendly and you have the option to do it wirelessly (or via USB cable if you’re old school)! 

  • Samsung Health 

If you're like most people, you probably rely on your smartphone to help keep track of all sorts of important things. Well, now your phone can help you stay healthy too with the Samsung Health app! This default app can track everything from your steps taken each day to your calories burned, making it easy to see how active you've been. Plus, if you have any health concerns, the Samsung Health app can provide information and tracking tools to help manage them

  • Samsung SmartThings

Samsung SmartThings is a powerful app that lets you control your smart home devices with ease. With the Samsung SmartThings app, you can connect and control all of your smart devices from one place - from lights to temperature changes, to more. If you're looking for an easy way to manage your smart home, be sure to check out the Samsung SmartThings app.

  • Samsung PENUP

With PENUP, you can create drawings, paintings, and sketches, and share them with other users of the app. The social aspect of this app is incredibly unique and allows you to see what other artists have created as well. This amazing app is also free to download!

That's it! Now you not only know how to activate your new Samsung phone with a few simple steps but have a compiled list of the top 5 rated Samsung apps to download. If you run into any trouble, don't hesitate to reach out to customer service for help. And be sure to check out our other blog posts for more helpful tips on using your new device. Enjoy your new Samsung! 

Resources: 

Verizon - Samsung Activation 

AT&T - Samsung Activation 

T-Mobile - Samsung Activation 

MUO - Best Samsung Apps

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