I switched to eSIM in 2025, and I am full of regret

4 months ago

SIM cards are becoming obsolete as device makers, including Google with the Pixel 10 series, transition to embedded SIMs (eSIM).
eSIMs are programmable, non-removable components soldered to the circuit board, allowing storage of multiple SIMs and software-based swapping.
eSIMs take up half the space of physical SIM cards, prompting OEMs to eliminate SIM slots.
Apple led the shift to eSIM with the iPhone 14, utilizing the saved space for slightly larger batteries in eSIM-only models.
Google's Pixel 10 series in the US is eSIM-only, but without additional benefits compared to international versions.

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