eSIM

1. What is eSIM ?

An eSIM, or embedded-SIM, is a type of SIM card that is integrated directly into a device’s hardware. Traditional SIM cards are physical cards that are inserted into a device’s SIM card slot. In contrast, an eSIM consists of software installed onto an eUICC (embedded Universal Integrated Circuit Card) chip that is permanently attached to the device’s motherboard or circuitry. This eliminates the need for a physical SIM card slot and allows for more compact device designs.
The eSIM standard was first released in 2016; since that point, eSIM has begun to replace physical SIM in domains including cellular telephony.

 

2. How does it works ?

Integration: Instead of a physical SIM card, the eSIM is software-based and embedded directly into the device’s hardware.
Activation: Users can activate the eSIM by scanning a QR code provided by their carrier or entering activation details manually into the device settings.
Carrier Profiles: Once activated, the eSIM downloads carrier profiles containing necessary information like ICCID and authentication keys to connect to the carrier’s network.
Flexibility: If eUICC-compatible, the eSIM can be re-programmed with new SIM information, allowing users to switch carriers without replacing the physical SIM card.
Functionality: Once set up, the eSIM operates like a traditional SIM card, enabling the device to make calls, send texts, and access mobile data over the chosen carrier’s network.

3. eSIM compatible models

Compatibility in iphone 11,12,13,14,15 ,SE,X,XR .

eSIM is compatible with all iPhone models after XS such as

iPhone XS / XS Max

iPhone XR

iPhone 11

iPhone SE 2

iPhone 12

iPhone 13

iPhone SE 3

iPhone 14

iPhone 15

How many eSIM a phone can have ?

You can install eight or more eSIMs on an iPhone and use two phone numbers at the same time.

 

4. How to activate the ESIM in iphone 11, 12 ,13 , 14 and etc .?

To set up an eSIM on your iPhone, follow these steps:

1. On your iPhone, go to Settings > Cellular.
2.Tap Convert to eSIM. If you don’t see Convert to eSIM, your carrier doesn’t support this option. Contact your carrier to move your phone number from your physical SIM to an eSIM using eSIM Carrier Activation or by scanning a QR code.
3.Tap Convert Cellular Plan.
4.Tap Convert to eSIM.
5. Wait for your eSIM to activate. Your previous SIM card is deactivated when the cellular plan on your iPhone activates.
6. Remove the physical SIM from your iPhone. Then restart your iPhone.
By following these steps, you can easily set up and activate your eSIM on your iPhone, ensuring seamless connectivity with your chosen network provider.

5. How to know , esim activated or not?

To check if your eSIM is activated on your iPhone, follow these simple steps:

Open the ‘Settings’ app on your iPhone.
Tap on ‘Cellular’ or ‘Mobile Data,’ depending on your device’s language settings.
In the Cellular or Mobile Data menu, you will see a list of available plans. If your eSIM is activated, it will appear in this list with a label such as “Secondary” or “Cellular Plan 2.”
To view more information about your eSIM, tap on the plan name. Here, you can check the carrier name, phone number, and other details related to the eSIM.
 
If your eSIM is not activated, it will not appear in the list of available plans. In this case, you may need to contact your carrier or follow the eSIM activation process provided by the carrier.

6. How to remove the esim from phone ?

To remove an eSIM from your phone, follow these steps:
1.Open the Settings app on your phone.
2.Navigate to the cellular option.
3.Select the eSIM you wish to delete.
4.Tap the option to delete or remove the eSIM.
A confirmation prompt will appear and after confirming ,eSIM will be deleted

7. How to transfer esim from one phone to other phone ?

“How to transfer eSIM manually from your previous iPhone to your new iPhone 1.On your new iPhone, go to Settings > Cellular > Add Cellular Plan. 2.Choose a cellular plan to transfer from another iPhone. If you don’t see a list of numbers, tap Transfer From Another iPhone.This requires both devices to have iOS 16 or later. 3.Check for instructions on your previous iPhone to confirm the transfer. To confirm, tap Transfer or, if asked for a verification code, enter the code that’s displayed on your new iPhone. 4.Wait for the cellular plan to activate on your new iPhone. Your previous SIM is deactivated when the cellular plan on your new iPhone activates. 5.If a banner appears on your new iPhone that says Finish Setting Up Your Carrier’s Cellular Plan, tap it. You will be redirected to your carrier’s webpage to transfer your eSIM. If you need help, contact your carrier. How to transfer eSIM automatically There are two more ways to get your eSIM transferred – one is through the ‘transfer from nearby iPhone’ option and another is using ‘QR code’. For this, go to Settings > Cellular > Set up mobile service. Tap ‘Other options’ from the bottom of your screen. You will be shown two options – ‘transfer from nearby iPhone’ and ‘QR code’. If you choose the ‘transfer from nearby iPhone’ option, you will receive a notification on your old iPhone. Tap continue and enter the verification code that you have got on your new iPhone. Once done, your eSIM will be transferred. If you choose the QR code option, you will have to call your telecom operator and ask them for a QR code. Scan the code using the camera app and when the Cellular Plan Detected notification appears, tap it. Then tap Continue at the bottom of your screen and add your data plan. That’s it! These are the steps to transfer your eSIM from your old iPhone to your new one. But remember, only one of these methods will work depending on the kind of eSIM transfer support your telecom operator provides. If you want more information on the eSIM transfer, you can watch our video embedded in this article.”

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