What is E-SIM and how does it work? Which handset has the facility to fit it, know everything

Technology is advancing rapidly in the country and the world. New technology is being seen in this era of smartphones. The SIM which smartphone users are using in their phones right now may not be able to use this SIM in the coming days, because it is believed that the coming period will be of e-SIM. What is this and how does it work? Today we will tell you about it.

What is e-sim

E-SIM is a virtual SIM installed in mobile. Which means Embedded Subscriber Identity Module. There is no need to put an e-sim on the phone. Through e-sim, you can get the benefit of all services of physical sim. It is a kind of chip that works just like a SIM card. E-SIMs are already installed on the phone or in any device, meaning you cannot remove the e-SIM. Also, you cannot install it on all devices.

How does work

Telecom companies activate e-SIM on your phone. The special thing is that after changing the operator you will not have to change the SIM card. Apart from this, there is also no need for a SIM card slot in the smartphone. On the other hand, if a subscriber wants to change his telecom service provider, then he will not have to buy another SIM, instead an e-sim will be inserted in his mobile phone and the e-sim will be updated.

Which companies offer e-sim

Reliance Jio, Airtel, and Vodafone-Idea e-SIM services all three major telecom companies of the country. Vodafone has recently started this service. Vodafone Idea has started it for postpaid customers in Delhi, Gujarat and Mumbai circles.

Which handset works

E-SIM currently works only on premium smartphones. Vodafone's e-SIM will support iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone SE (2020), iPhone XS, iPhone X Max, and iPhone XR. Later this service will be available for Samsung Galaxy Z Flip and Galaxy Fold.