Advantages and disadvantages of eSIM cards: All you need to know
Most popular premium smartphone brands are now introducing eSIM cards along with physical SIM cards on their devices. If you’re curious about eSIM technology or have a new mobile device supporting it, you should know how it works and whether you should get one. We explain everything you need to know about eSIM, how eSIMs work, their advantages, and disadvantages. What is an eSIM? An embedded SIM (subscriber identity module), also known as an eSIM, is a virtual SIM card that’s built into some smartphones and is non-removable. It performs the same function like a traditional SIM, except that it can be customised to work for a particular operator or network provider, and is soldered to a smartphone’s motherboard. Advantages of eSIM No risk of damage or loss - A physical SIM card is a fragile piece of hardware that can scratch or break while swapping phones. Additionally, if you accidentally lose a physical SIM card or it’s stolen, you have to contact your network provider to arrange for a...