Apple iPhone 14 series to support eSIM: What it is and how it works? All you need to know

eSIM in Apple iPhone 14 series: Just days after Apple launched iPhone 14 series, the tech giant has started pre-orders for the newly-launched iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max in India. As a fan of Apple, you must be aware that new Apple iPhones are offering an eSIM facility, along with a physical SIM tray, in India. But the company will be shipping these phones without any physical SIM trays in the United States. Now you must be wondering what is an eSIM feature and how does it work. Here in this article, we are going to tell in detail everything related to eSIM. 

What is eSIM?

As the name suggests, this will allow users to change their SIM and carrier without physically needing to change the SIM. In a nutshell, an eSIM is a digital SIM card. 

"An eSIM is a digital SIM that allows you to activate a cellular plan from your carrier without having to use a physical SIM," reads the official website of Apple.

Advantages of eSIM

- eSIM allows users to easily connect or quickly transfer their existing plans digitally.

- It is a more secure alternative to a physical SIM card.

- Allows for multiple cellular plans on a single device.

"This will enable users to more quickly and easily set up their devices," Apple said during the launch event. Also, you will not be required to change the plastic chip in case you switch to a different operator. 

How many eSIMs can be installed in iPhone 14 series?

The iPhone 14 can store up to six eSIMS and iPhone 14 Pro can hold eight. A user can activate two eSIMs at the same time. 

It is pertinent to mention that Apple allowed one eSIM and one physical SIM in iPhone 13 series. Also, eSIM on iPhone is not offered in mainland China. 

How to set up an eSIM

Setting up an eSIM will require just a few seconds and can be done while turning on your new iPhone. The only thing you need to make sure is that your carrier must support eSIM Carrier Activation or eSIM Quick Transfer. In order to activate your eSIM during setup, turn on your iPhone and follow the instructions.