Modern eSIM technology has pushed the traditional SIM card to a new stage of development and brought many benefits to users. Giesecke+ Devrient has an explanation.
A growing number of smartphone, tablet and smartwatch makers are equipping their devices with eSIM technology. The "E" stands for "Embedded," which aptly describes the technology -- eSIM is a chip that is permanently installed in a device and onto which a mobile carrier's Profile can be downloaded over Wi-Fi or mobile networks.
The new technology offers many advantages over traditional SIM cards. Jed explains some of the most important advantages:
Easy to use - when users log in or switch network providers, they no longer need to replace tiny plastic cards or resort to tools to insert and remove them. They also no longer need to account for the different sizes of SIM cards.
Faster - Users can digitally activate their network contracts on their own devices, for example by scanning a QR code on the line with their phone, instead of having to go to a physical office, and they don't have to wait for their SIM card to be delivered to their home in the post, meaning they can start using their connected devices much faster.
More flexibility - only a single mobile network contract can be used for traditional SIM cards or Pr phone cards. But with eSIM, users can choose and switch contracts with different network operators, and can use multiple phone numbers, for example, a personal number and a work number.
Ease of travel - The flexibility of eSIM is even more evident when you are abroad. Whether traveling for business or for vacation, users can simply activate a local mobile network operator to meet their regional calls and data needs. Or they can avoid high roaming charges by contracting with a provider that offers low rates worldwide.
More Sustainable - It is worth mentioning that eSIM technology is more environmentally friendly. Since the chip that receives eSIM data is built directly into the device, there is no need to produce the plastic frame that carries the SIM card. In the past, each time a new SIM card was purchased, its plastic frame tended to be discarded. In addition, eSIM does not need to be delivered by express, which also reduces the carbon emissions associated with the transportation process.
"Today, we see strong growth in the consumer segment for eSIM. We expect this trend to extend to the industrial sector as 5G networks become more prevalent, "said Steffen French, head of Strategy and marketing at Jed," because eSIM offers obvious advantages. They are just as secure as traditional SIM cards, but make it easier for users to activate, switch or merge mobile network contracts. ESIM is the more environmentally friendly option for securely connecting to cellular networks."