You bought a phone without checking if it was dual-SIM or not.
You only need to go into your devices options.
Tap onNetwork and internet.
The SIM cards option should be right below Airplane mode.
If you see that the option shows you two slots for a SIM card, your phone is Dual-SIM.
When you have an unlocked dual-SIM phone, you could also enjoy the deal different carriers offer.
you might also assure you wont be without coverage by having two phone numbers from two different carriers.
The phone needs to have active dual-SIM functionality to get messages and calls from both phones simultaneously.
When looking into buying a dual-SIM phone, its important to check that its not a standby dual-SIM phone.
If it is, youll need to switch between SIM cards to get your messages and calls.