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KOMPAS.com – Technology Well yes (built-in SIM card) is an innovation which is different from the SIM card (SIM card) in general. So what is an e-SIM and what is the difference between an e-SIM and a regular SIM card?
First, the e-SIM is a module built into the motherboard smartphone permanently. Therefore, the e-SIM does not have a physical form and cannot be removed.
The e-SIM module has small dimensions, even smaller than the currently widely used Nano SIM card.
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Compared to a SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card, the e-SIM is easier to use because users no longer have to take apart the SIM card.
Instead, users just need to scan barcode to activate the e-SIM on the desired smartphone.
As compiled KompasTekno from UseOn Saturday (10/9/2022), the rows of devices that support e-SIM include the iPhone 12 and 13 lines that already support the Dual SIM function, as well as the Apple Watch smartwatch accessory.
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This allows users to be able to use two numbers at the same time. Why, the iPhone 12 and 13 still provide a slot in the drawer to store a physical SIM card.
Lack of e-SIM
Behind the facilities offered, for instance has disadvantages in terms of use, just when the user wants to change the device.
Since it is integrated into the components of the smartphone, users who want to switch to using a new smartphone cannot remove the SIM card immediately because the e-SIM is not physical.
Another drawback of eSIM is its limited availability. This is because not many cellular operators currently use e-SIM technology.
Availability of e-SIM in Indonesia
In Indonesia, Smartfren is the first mobile operator to offer prepaid e-SIM technology.
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The e-SIM technology itself has become widely known in Indonesia since the iPhone X was launched. Initially, the iPhone was the only smartphone supported by Smartfren’s e-SIM.
Smartfren customers who wish to use an e-SIM can first obtain an eSIM QR code in the Smartfren gallery. This QR code is scanned to install the SIM user profile on the device.
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