Abstract:
Embodiments of the present invention allows a telecommunications provider to embed activation and configuration logic into SIM cards that consumers install in their wireless devices. The activation and configuration logic on a SIM card ensures that a wireless device is activated and properly configured to operate on a network. In some embodiments, the configuration logic on the SIM card also ensures that the wireless device is properly configured with backed up personal data and provisioned with services that a consumer had previously or is subscribed to. Typically, the wireless device is able to self-activate and self-configure when the SIM card is installed the wireless device.
Abstract:
Embodiments of the present invention allows a telecommunications provider to embed activation and configuration logic into SIM cards that consumers install in their wireless devices. The activation and configuration logic on a SIM card ensures that a wireless device is activated and properly configured to operate on a network. In some embodiments, the configuration logic on the SIM card also ensures that the wireless device is properly configured with backed up personal data and provisioned with services that a consumer had previously or is subscribed to. Typically, the wireless device is able to self-activate and self-configure when the SIM card is installed the wireless device.