VIRTUAL SIM

A virtual SIM, also known as an eSIM (embedded SIM), is a digital version of a traditional SIM card that is built into your device rather than being a physical card you insert.

Here's how it works in simple terms:

No Physical Card Needed: Unlike traditional SIM cards, which are small plastic chips you insert into your phone, an eSIM is a tiny chip already embedded in your smartphone, tablet, smartwatch, or other devices.

How It Works: Instead of getting a physical SIM card from your mobile provider, you receive a QR code or activation details. You scan the code or enter the information on your device to activate the eSIM and connect to a mobile network for calls, texts, and data.

Benefits of eSIMs:

Convenience: You can switch between mobile networks and plans without needing a new physical SIM card.

Dual Sim Capability: Many devices allow you to use both an eSIM and a physical SIM card at the same time, letting you have two phone numbers on one device.

Travel Friendly: eSIMs are great for international travel since you can quickly purchase and activate plans for different countries without swapping cards.

Environmentally Friendly: No plastic card means less waste.

Compatibility: eSIMs work with most modern devices but are not supported by older phones. For example, newer iPhones (like iPhone 14 models in the U.S.) only support eSIMs and don’t have physical SIM slots.

In essence, virtual SIMs simplify connecting to mobile networks by eliminating the need for physical cards while offering flexibility and ease of use.