Apple’s Big Leap to eSIM-Only iPhones Is Changing How We Connect

Another bold move was announced by Apple that could affect how we use our phones in the coming future. Their new iPhone 17 Air will not be using physical SIMs anymore. Their new iPhone will instead will only have an eSIM, an innovation that will eventually go mainstream because of Apple's announcement. 

For decades, we’ve been used to those tiny plastic SIM cards that store our phone number and network information. Switching carriers, setting up a new phone, or traveling abroad often meant hunting for a paperclip to pop out the SIM tray. But with an eSIM, all of that happens digitally. Your phone can download the same information that would normally live on a SIM card, meaning you can connect to a network without ever touching a piece of plastic.

The advantages are clear. Using an eSIM makes some processes easier, like signing up for new plans, switching carriers or grabbing a local data plan cheaper. It has environmental impacts to because eSIM doesn't need a physical card, companies are cutting down on plastic wastes and distribution costs. There is catch though, you need to be connected to WIFI when setting up an eSIM because it requires an internet connection to initially sign up. Also, its wise to set this up before flying overseas to lessen any hassles that might occur.

Apple says eSIMs offer greater flexibility, better security, and a more seamless experience, and it’s easy to see why they’re pushing this forward. Removing the SIM tray also frees up space inside the phone, which fits Apple’s long-term vision of slimmer, more streamlined devices. Industry experts even suggest that Apple may want more control over how customers connect to carriers, which could eventually change how mobile plans are sold.

Competitors aren’t far behind. Google already offers eSIM-only Pixel phones in the US, and analysts expect Samsung and other big players to follow suit soon. Analysis shows that three out of four smartphone connections will be on eSIM by the year 2030, which is a big difference from today's data.

While users will greatly benefit from this, industries like travel will have a transformation, where local eSIM providers are already successful. Airalo and Holafly will be a cheap mobile data abroad, even airlines are beginning to offer their own connectivity options. Aside from phones, smartwatches and even cars will be used to power using an eSIM, making it easier to set up and manage remotely without going to a store.

The decision of Apple to go all-in on using eSIM is a great way to signal that the future of mobile connectivity is here and is now starting. It's a simple, fast and more flexible way for users to be connected. Everyone in the world must follow suit and catch up to the ever evolving tech innovation.

Source: www.abs-cbn.com

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