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Default Dual Sim Adapter for Galaxy S2

Hello everybody,

I've heard there's a dual sim adapter called MAGIC Sim for Galaxy 2..

My question is, does it work for both SIM Cards to be online at the same time? I don't want just to switch from one to another.

Please advise.
 
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Hi As far as I know, you can't :/
 
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(You must have 2 radios in the mobile to be online with both at the same time.)
 
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Hi, can anyone tell me where i can get this dual SIM adapter for S2 in India, and how much would it cost?
 
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Hi, can anyone tell me where i can get this dual SIM adapter for S2 in India, and how much would it cost?
If you live in Delhi you can get if from Gaffar Market. It will cost you around Rs 100-150.
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My question is, does it work for both SIM Cards to be online at the same time? I don't want just to switch from one to another.
I am using this device Gmate from skyroam.com. It allows both SIMs to be online at the same time, by using a Bluetooth connection to the external Gmate device housing your 2nd SIM card. The configuration is like this:

Phone + 3G SIM: You can surf 3G, make, answer calls and SMS from here
Gmate device + 2nd SIM card: You can make, answer calls and SMS from here

Pros:
- Both SIM cards are active
- Convenient, both numbers are active at the same time

Cons:
- Calls can be very noisy, and sometimes the other party says they cannot hear you clearly
- Uses bluetooth, so it would drain your phone's battery easily
- Pricier compared to MagicSIM, I got mine for USD 100
- On the Android, Gmate's phone application is not that user friendly

For me, I can live with the cons and nothing beats the convenience of having both lines being active.
 
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Christ on a crutch. I wasn't going to bother (already adequately explained that NO NORMAL TELEPHONE can use 2 sims simultaneously) until I read the last post plugging the "GMate". If ever there was a solution looking for a problem, that's it.

Dual sim ADAPTERS are only useful if you (for example) juggle a work and personal line. 6 o'clock, switch to your personal line. 8am, switch back to your work line.

If you NEED two lines active simultaneously and want the convenience of one device, simply buy a dual-sim phone - they've been around for many years!!

 
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