The new iPhone Air is eSIM only - Here's how you switchThe iPhone Air introduces a global shift to eSIM-only connectivity, ditching the physical SIM card tray. This sleek device, the thinnest iP...
18 Sep, 2025, 01.13 PM IST
Travelling to the UAE? Here’s how tourists can get free eSIMs on arrivalUAE airports now offer tourist eSIMs. Visitors can avoid roaming charges. These digital SIMs activate instantly. They provide data and loca...
13 Sep, 2025, 03.58 PM IST
Apple's move to eSIM-only strengthens global trendApple's Tuesday announcement that the new iPhone 17 Air will only be available around the world without physical SIM cards marks a new adva...
10 Sep, 2025, 07.13 AM IST
Telcos dial up international roaming perks to take on eSIM companiesAs international travel surges, Indian telecom companies are bolstering their roaming services to counter competition from low-cost eSIM pr...
02 Jun, 2025, 08.17 AM IST
Why eSIMs adoption is slow in India? China is behind iteSIM adoption in India is hindered due to Chinese government restrictions and costs in the affordable segment. Major Indian telecom operato...
12 Aug, 2024, 05.44 PM IST
There's a China connection to why eSIMs haven't taken off in IndiaWhile Apple offers eSIM capability in its entire iPhone range, others such as Samsung, Vivo, Oppo and Xiaomi have started enabling eSIMs in...
05 Aug, 2024, 09.54 AM IST
Telecom regulator releases recommendations for embedded SIMs in IoT devicesThe recommendations by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) released Thursday are meant to address issues in regulating the IoT...
21 Mar, 2024, 09.09 PM IST
Apple, Google Play Store block two apps after India bans themGoogle and Apple have removed the international eSIM apps Airalo and Holafly from their Indian app stores, complying with Department of Tel...
08 Jan, 2024, 09.20 AM IST
Google removes two global eSIM apps from Play StoreThe apps named Airalo and Holafly have been removed from the Google Play Store for the Indian market. Both apps offer eSIM enabling telecom...
06 Jan, 2024, 12.25 AM IST
All about e-SIMs: Benefits, activation process, and essential tipsThe e-SIM, or embedded SIM, is a digital SIM allows users to activate a mobile plan without the need for a physical SIM. Here's all about e...
22 Nov, 2023, 11.02 AM IST
Airtel guides users on embracing e-SIM technologyIn the email communication, Vittal went on to explain that consumers can use multiple mobile numbers on a single e-SIM, should one choose t...
21 Nov, 2023, 01.56 PM IST
Tata Communications to buy balance stake in Singapore's Oasis Smart Sim for Rs99.3 croreOasis develops and provides advanced technologies and personalised services to enable the deployment of eSIM and SIM technologies. It has d...
10 Jul, 2023, 07.30 PM IST
How to buy, activate iPhone's eSIM for international travel without roaming fee: A complete guideAn eSIM, or embedded SIM, is a digital SIM card that allows you to activate a cellular plan without a physical SIM card. This can be especi...
30 Mar, 2023, 11.50 AM IST
Time For An eSIM? Apple Thinks SoAny iPhone later than the iPhone XS or XR, too, comes with the option of activating an eSIM.
02 Oct, 2022, 09.03 AM IST
Apple triggers eSIM wave, here’s all you need to knowThe recently launched iPhone 14 will only have eSIM functionality in the US, while adding a physical SIM slot in global variants, paving th...
13 Sep, 2022, 03.14 PM IST
Apple iPhone 14: Should buy new phone from the US or India? See detailsApple has launched the iPhone 14 in the Indian market. But many people are still confused about whether to buy the new iPhone the US or Ind...
09 Sep, 2022, 06.09 PM IST
Mobile number portability now easier with eSIMTelecom providers will be able to raise their game to retain users, say company executives and experts.
07 Jun, 2019, 10.56 AM IST