4. INTRODUCTION
▶ eSIM is defined as an embedded universal integrated circuit card (eUICC) by
GSMA, the global association responsible for setting the overall
telecommunication framework with approximately 800 mobile operators.
▶ Compared to legacy plastic, removable SIM cards, the eUICC can be soldered
directly into the device which provides greater flexibility since devices can
immediately connect, no matter where they are deployed or where they may
travel during their use.
▶ The evolution of the eSIM/eUICC makes it possible to survive in intense
environments that experience extreme temperatures, humidity or vibrations.
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5. WHAT IS eSIM?
• An eSIM is an industry-standard digital SIM that allows you to activate a cellular plan from your carrier without
having to use a physical SIM. You can install eight or more eSIMs on an iPhone and use two phone numbers at
the same time.
• The eSIM standard was first released in 2016; since that point, eSIM has begun to replace physical SIM in
domains including cellular telephony.
7. PURPOSE
▶ An eSIM makes it much easier to switch mobile networks. Instead of needing to order a new
SIM, waiting for it to arrive, then inserting it into your phone, you can switch to a different network
with a phone call or online. You also won't need to go hunting for a SIM 'ejector tool' to remove the
old SIM from your phone.
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9. ADVANTAGES
▶ One of the great benefits eSIM brings to consumers, Communications Service Providers (CSPs) and
enterprises, is flexibility.
▶ Legacy SIM services such as roaming, local breakout or SIM applets with multi-International Mobile
Subscriber Identity (IMSI) are available via eSIM, when and where applicable.
▶ This flexibility truly enables global device manufacturers to rely on a single eSIM to be able to connect
all their devices all over the world.
▶ eSIM technology simplifies device manufacturing and logistics by allowing a single stock-keeping
unit.
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11. DISADVANTAGES
▶ Traditional SIMs, meanwhile, can be quickly pulled out of the affected phone and
into another backup device or secondary phone. Unusable in countries with no
eSIM support: You cannot use an eSIM phone in a country where the telecom
operators simply don't support the technology yet.
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12. Which smartphones have eSIMs?
The current crop of Apple iPhones, including the iPhone 13 series and iPhone
SE (3rd Gen) have eSIMs as do Samsung’s latest Galaxy S22 series devices.
Some phones that include eSIMs include:
Oppo Find X5 Pro
Google Pixel 6
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G
iPhone 13 Pro
Huawei P50 Pro
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14. FUTURE SCOPE
It can be esteem that after twenty-five years the sim will disappear from the
world.
Because the plastic sim that is being in use these days will be replaced by the
new technology of embedded sim.
The capacity of eSim is also great it. This is also the reason for its bright
future. The uses of the internet are increasing day by day, and eSim supports
a good internet connection, along with sharing with others.
Thus you can connect a large number of devices with good speed. Also, it is
easy to activate, manage, and handle.
These all factors decide the future of eSim and you can yourselves think
which sim is better for you.
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15. Conclusion
• eSIM has been around for a while now but has still seen a huge uptake anywhere in the
world, including India. Even though most of the leading operators support it.
• An eSIM is a digital SIM card that allows you to connect to a cellular network without
having to use a physical SIM card.
• This means that you can switch between networks or data plans more easily, and it also
opens up some interesting possibilities for connected devices like tablets and
smartwatches.
• So if you’re in the market for a new phone or tablet and a virtual SIM fascinates you,
make sure to check if it supports eSIM before you buy.
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