The summary of ‘eSIM x Physical SIM – What’s the Difference??’

The video discusses the differences between e-SIMs and physical SIMs, highlighting the convenience of e-SIMs for managing multiple profiles without physical inserts. It notes that e-SIMs on iPhones from 10R onwards can store 8 profiles but only use 2 simultaneously. While e-SIM activation is fast and convenient, challenges with carriers hinder seamless adoption. Using two accounts/networks simultaneously increases battery usage, but eSIM's contribution is minimal. Transferring eSIMs between devices, especially between Android and iPhone, poses complexities, suggesting it's better to wait for technology to mature before widespread adoption.

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In this segment of the video, the main points discussed include the main differences between e-sims and physical sims. e-sims are embedded sims that allow for downloading SIM profiles and using multiple sims without inserting anything physical. In iPhones, you can store up to 8 e-sims but only use 2 simultaneously. There is no difference in connectivity or battery consumption between e-sims and physical sims when used singly. However, when using two e-sims, battery usage is the same as using two physical sims. The video also mentions that e-sims can be used on iPhones from the iPhone 10R onwards.

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In this part of the video, it is highlighted that using two accounts or networks at the same time will naturally increase battery usage, but it’s due to using two networks, not the eSIM specifically. The eSIM eliminates the need to replace a physical SIM card if it gets damaged. Activation with eSIM is fast and convenient, as you can set it up instantly with a QR code. However, challenges can arise with carriers in some regions, making processes like activation, transferring eSIM to a new device, or resetting problematic. The technology is praised, but issues with carriers and logistics are hindering its seamless adoption.

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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the difficulties of transferring an eSIM from an Android phone to an iPhone. They highlight the challenges and complexities involved, suggesting that if you have a physical SIM card and your phone supports it, it’s better to stick with that for now rather than converting to an eSIM. The speaker advises waiting for the technology to mature further before making the switch.