eSIM
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eSIM is an embedded, programmable SIM technology built into devices that lets users activate and switch mobile carriers digitally without needing a physical SIM card.
Aliases (1)
- eUICC ×1
Statements (49)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| instanceOf |
embedded SIM technology
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subscriber identity module → telecommunications standard → |
| alsoKnownAs |
eUICC
→
embedded SIM → |
| compatibleWith |
3G networks
→
4G LTE networks → 5G networks → |
| conformsTo |
GSMA Remote SIM Provisioning specifications
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| definedBy |
GSMA
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| eliminatesNeedFor |
removable SIM card tray
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| enables |
activation via QR code
→
activation via carrier app → activation via device settings → dual SIM functionality with single physical slot → easier international roaming via local digital plans → having separate work and personal numbers on one device → switching mobile carriers without physical SIM replacement → |
| hasComponent |
embedded UICC chip
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| improves |
device dust resistance
→
device water resistance by removing SIM tray opening → |
| integratedInto |
IoT devices
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automotive telematics units → laptops → smartphones → smartwatches → tablets → |
| managedBy |
remote SIM provisioning server
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| predecessor |
removable SIM card
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| reduces |
need for physical SIM logistics
→
plastic SIM card waste → |
| relatedTo |
iSIM
→
physical SIM card → |
| requires |
carrier support
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device hardware support → eUICC‑capable secure element → |
| securityFeature |
profile encryption
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remote profile locking → tamper‑resistant secure element → |
| standardizedIn |
ETSI and 3GPP specifications
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| standsFor |
embedded Subscriber Identity Module
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| supports |
digital carrier activation
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multiple operator profiles → over‑the‑air profile download → remote SIM provisioning → |
| usedFor |
mobile network authentication
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storing IMSI → storing carrier profiles → storing subscriber credentials → |
Referenced by (2)
| Subject (surface form when different) | Predicate |
|---|---|
|
eSIM
("eUICC")
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alsoKnownAs |
|
Google Fi
→
|
usesTechnology |