Can I Use Jio SIM in Samsung Galaxy S5 G900F?

Yes, you can use a Jio SIM card in a Samsung Galaxy S5 model G900F, provided that the phone is unlocked and compatible with the necessary network bands used by Jio. This guide will outline the steps and considerations to ensure smooth operation of your Jio SIM on the Galaxy S5.

Network Compatibility

Jio operates on 4G LTE, which means your device should support the LTE bands that Jio uses, primarily Band 3 (1800 MHz) and Band 5 (850 MHz). The Samsung Galaxy S5 G900F generally supports these bands. To confirm, you can refer to the table below which lists the compatible frequencies for various variants of the Galaxy S5:

Samsung Galaxy S5 Variants and Compatible Frequencies:

G900F: Band 5 (850 MHz) and Band 3 (1800 MHz) G900T: Band 5 (850 MHz) and Band 3 (1800 MHz) G900I: Band 5 (850 MHz), Band 3 (1800 MHz), and Band 40 (2300 MHz)

It's important to note that the Jio network may not have countrywide coverage for the Samsung Galaxy S5, so service availability may vary depending on your location.

VoLTE Support

Jio requires VoLTE (Voice over LTE) for calls. Unfortunately, the Samsung Galaxy S5 does not natively support VoLTE, which may limit your ability to make voice calls over the Jio network. However, you can use Jio's app for calling, such as Jio4GVoice, which is designed to work without VoLTE.

Unlocked SIM

Ensure that your Galaxy S5 is unlocked as it is required to use a Jio SIM. If your device is locked to another carrier, you will need to unlock it before proceeding.

APN Settings

To access the internet through Jio, you will need to configure the Access Point Name (APN) settings on your device. The typical APN settings for Jio are as follows:

Name: Jio APN: jionet MMSC: (leave blank) MCC: 405 MNC: 859 Authentication Type: None (leave blank)

To configure the APN settings, follow these steps:

Open the App Drawer. Go to Settings Mobile network settings Access point names. Press the Menu button Edit. Enter the appropriate values as listed above. Press the Menu button Save.

If you encounter any issues, consult Jio's official APN settings guide for India for further assistance.