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I was going through the Telephony manager API in android and came across these two functions :
getNetworkOperatorName : Returns the alphabetic name of current registered operator. getSimOperatorName() : Returns the Service Provider Name
My understanding is not so clear on these terms. What is the difference betwen these two? Please give some examples if possible.
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A Network Operator is a provider of wired and wireless communications services that owns or controls the infrastructure necessary to sell and deliver services to Mobile Network Operators (MO), Virtual Network Operators, and end users.
Open your device's Settings app. Tap About phone. To find manufacturer info, tap Model & hardware. To find carrier info, tap SIM status and check under "Network."
Generally, a "mobile network carrier" refers to a services/companies that moves your mobile communications from point A to point B. "mobile network operator" could be the operating company of the phone service or a person you speak to for assistance with your service or placing a call.
In an Android device Choose 'Mobile networks' of 'SIM & Network'. If you have more than one SIM card in your device, select the Mobile Vikings SIM card. Choose 'Network operators' of 'Mobile providers'. Make sure 'Automatic' is switched ON.
The network operator is the carrier. The one that physically delivers the data.
The SIM operator is the provider of your data. You probably have only one provider associated with your SIM card. But if you travel around the world then you will encounter many different carriers.
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