Do I have to put the SIM card in the iPhone before the initial set up?

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I just got a new iPhone 5s. do I have to have the SIM card in the phone before the inicial set up?
Thanks!

 

[Just_Me_D]

Re: Do I have to put the SIM card in the iPhone before the inicial set up?

Dude, you cannot activate the iPhone without the SIM. It doesn't matter WHEN you insert it. Just insert it and activate your phone!