The momentum of eSIM in smartphones is accelerating. It's clear that the need for eSIM is growing, and its flexibility is no doubt attractive to a large audience. Let's look at the potential benefits of eSIM that could help refine the industry.

1. eSIM TECHNOLOGY
WHAT BENEFITS DOES IT BRING?
Potential
benefits
of eSIM for
Mobile
Operators
Increase the adoption
of other mobile devices
linking to the main
subscription plan.
Growth in digital
distribution
channels usage.
Reduce time
between sign-up
& commencement
of service to enhance
customer experience.
Support
international
roaming
services need.
eSIM is a programmable
SIM card, embedded
directly into a device.
eSIM is expected to ease multiple
devices connectivity under a single
plan and one number/bill.
More than 100 mobile
operators have offered
eSIM Services.
About 60% of
smartphone unit sales
will be eSIM-compatible.
The eSIM user base is
forecasted up to 3 billion
smartphone connections.
eSIM on smartphones can help
spur adoption in IoT.
In 2019
In 2025
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