esim technology: Smartphone technology is constantly changing rapidly and the biggest example of this change is eSIM (Embedded Sim). Traditional SIM ESIM is now gradually becoming popular compared to the card. This is a digital sim that is inbuilt in the hardware of your phone, so there is no need to apply or remove it separately. Currently in India Jio, airtel And Vi Selected devices provide ESIM support. Let’s know complete information to ESIM, its advantages and challenges.

What is a normal SIM card?

Sim means subscriber identity module. It is a small plastic chip, which is put into the mobile and connected to the network. It has your mobile details, number and basic contacts stores. Nowadays Nano-Sim is being used the most in India.

What is ESIM?

ESIM is a digital version of the traditional SIM card. It is already present in the motherboard of your phone. Telecom operators use QR code or phone settings to activate it. In India, iPhone, Google Pixel and some Samsung Galaxy models support ESIM.

Difference between ESIM and Normal Sim

• Normal SIM has to be inserted in the phone, while ESIM is already inbuilt.
• Changing the operator in ESIM is possible just by scanning the QR code, while it is necessary to remove the card to change the normal SIM.
• Both digital and physical sim with ESIM can be used simultaneously.
• Physical sim may be lost, but ESIM cannot stolen or lost.
• ESIM saves space inside the phone, allowing companies to give slim design or large batteries.

Benefits of ESIM in India

• Operators can easily change without stores.
• There is no risk of missing or breakdown.
• Beneficial for travelers, you can activate international plans immediately abroad.
• The advantage of dual sim, one number for work and the other for personal use.

ESIM challenges in India

• Limited device support: Right now this feature is limited to expensive smartphones only.
• Complex setup: Do not work immediately like physical sim, activation requires settings and QR codes.
• Difficult to change phone: To transfer to another device, one has to setup again.
• Limited Operator: Only Jio, Airtel and VI support.
• Difficulty on losing phone: ESIM is not transferred immediately when the device is damaged or losted, for this one has to request the operator.

Note

ESIM technology is gradually coming into circulation in India and in the coming time it can replace the traditional SIM card completely. However, currently limited device support and complexity of setup are a major challenge to this.