{"id":13860,"date":"2024-03-01T11:00:14","date_gmt":"2024-03-01T11:00:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ar-pay.com\/blog\/?p=13860"},"modified":"2024-02-22T09:51:48","modified_gmt":"2024-02-22T09:51:48","slug":"e-sim-cards-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ar-pay.com\/blog\/en\/esim-card\/e-sim-cards-2\/","title":{"rendered":"eSIM Cards: 2024 How to Use Guide on Android &#038; IOS Devices"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Have you ever wished you could switch your phone network without dealing with physical SIM cards?<\/p>\n<p>Or maybe you want to use two different plans simultaneously on the same device?<\/p>\n<p>If so, you might be interested in learning more about e-SIM cards,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ar-pay.com\/blog\/en\/esim-card\/esim-vs-traditional-sim-cards\/\">the digital alternative to traditional SIM cards<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>In this article, we will explain how to use e-SIM on Android &amp; IOS devices, and how they work.<\/p>\n<p>By our other\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ar-pay.com\/blog\/en\/esim-card\/\">blogs about e-SIM cards<\/a>\u00a0and by the end of this article, you will have a better understanding of this new technology and how it can make your life easier.<\/p>\n<h2>How To Use e-SIM Cards on Android Devices?<\/h2>\n<p>To use e-SIM cards on an Android phone, you need to have a phone that supports e-SIM technology, such as the Samsung Galaxy S21 or later, or the Google Pixel 7 or later.<\/p>\n<p>You also need a carrier that offers e-SIM service and a QR code from them to activate the e-SIM.<\/p>\n<p>The steps to set up an e-SIM on an Android phone may vary slightly depending on the phone model and the carrier.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Here are some general steps to follow:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Open the Settings app and tap Network &amp; Internet.<\/li>\n<li>Tap the plus button next to SIMs or tap Add Mobile Plan.<\/li>\n<li>Tap Download a SIM instead at the bottom of your screen.<\/li>\n<li>Tap Next and scan the QR code provided by your carrier.<\/li>\n<li>Follow the on-screen instructions to label your plan and choose which line to use for calls, messages, and data.<\/li>\n<li>If you have a physical SIM card in your phone, you can keep using it along with your e-SIM, or you can remove it if you don\u2019t need it anymore.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can manage your e-SIM plans from the Settings app.<\/p>\n<p>You can turn them on or off, change their labels, or delete them if you want to switch to a different carrier or plan.<\/p>\n<p>You can also switch between your e-SIM and physical SIM lines from the Control Center or the Notification Panel.<\/p>\n<h2>How To Use e-SIM Cards on IOS Devices?<\/h2>\n<p>To use an e-SIM card for iOS, you need an iPhone that supports e-SIM technology, such as the iPhone XS or later, and a carrier that offers e-SIM service.<\/p>\n<p>You can activate your e-SIM by scanning a QR code from your carrier, using an app, or transferring your SIM from your previous iPhone.<\/p>\n<p>You can also use a Dual SIM with an e-SIM and a physical SIM, which allows you to use two phone numbers simultaneously.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For more details on how to use an e-SIM card for iOS, you can follow these steps:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Go to Settings &gt; Cellular (or Mobile) &gt; Add Cellular Plan (or Add Mobile Plan).<\/li>\n<li>Scan the QR code provided by your carrier or enter the information manually. You may need to enter a confirmation code as well.<\/li>\n<li>Follow the on-screen instructions to label your plan and assign it a primary or secondary line. You can also choose which line to use for calls, messages, and data.<\/li>\n<li>If you have a physical SIM card in your phone, you can keep using it along with your e-SIM, or you can remove it if you don\u2019t need it anymore.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ar-pay.com\/blog\/en\/esim-card\/esim-card-2\/\">e-SIM cards are a new technology<\/a>\u00a0that allows you to use your smartphone without a physical SIM card.<\/p>\n<p>They offer many benefits, such as easy switching between carriers and plans, dual-SIM functionality, and compatibility with different devices.<\/p>\n<p>To use an e-SIM card, you need a phone that supports e-SIM cards, such as the iPhone 15 or the Samsung Galaxy S23, and a carrier that offers e-SIM service.<\/p>\n<p>You can activate your e-SIM by scanning a QR code or using an app, and manage your e-SIM plans from your phone settings.<\/p>\n<p>e-SIM cards are the future of mobile connectivity, and they are available for both Android and iOS devices.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you search for an e-SIM card or any other gift card, you will find what you need in\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ar-pay.com\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ARPay store<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>FAQS<\/h2>\n<h3>What are e-SIM cards?<\/h3>\n<p>An e-SIM card is a digital SIM that allows you to activate a cellular plan without using a physical SIM.<\/p>\n<p>You can switch between carriers or plans easily by scanning a QR code or using an app.<\/p>\n<p>Some phones also support dual-SIM with e-SIM, which means you can use two phone numbers at the same time.<\/p>\n<h3>What devices support e-SIM technology?<\/h3>\n<p>Many new smartphones and smartwatches support e-SIM technology, such as the iPhone XS or later, the Samsung Galaxy S21 or later, the Google Pixel 7 or later, the Apple Watch Series 3 or later, and the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 or later.<\/p>\n<p>You can check with your device manufacturer or your carrier to see if your device supports e-SIM.<\/p>\n<h3>How do I activate e-SIM cards?<\/h3>\n<p>To activate e-SIM cards, you need a phone that supports e-SIM technology and a carrier that offers e-SIM service.<\/p>\n<p>You can check with your carrier or visit their website to see how to get an e-SIM card and how to activate it.<\/p>\n<p>Depending on your phone model and carrier, the steps to set up an e-SIM may vary slightly.<\/p>\n<p>But generally, you need to scan a QR code or enter some information manually in your phone settings.<\/p>\n<h3>Can I use both a physical SIM and an e-SIM on the same device?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, some devices support dual SIM with e-SIM, which means you can use both a physical SIM and an e-SIM on the same device.<\/p>\n<p>This allows you to have two phone numbers or two different plans on one device.<\/p>\n<p>You can manage your SIMs and switch between them from your phone settings.<\/p>\n<h3>What are the benefits of using e-SIM cards?<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Some of the benefits of using an e-SIM card are:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You don\u2019t need to insert or remove a physical SIM card, which can be inconvenient or risky.<\/li>\n<li>Switch between carriers or plans without changing your SIM card, which can save you time and money.<\/li>\n<li>Use dual-SIM with e-SIM to have more flexibility and convenience with your phone usage.<\/li>\n<li>Use e-SIM with compatible smartwatches and other devices that don\u2019t have a SIM slot.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid SIM swapping or port out scams, which are types of fraud that involve stealing your SIM card or phone number.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<a class=\"google-news-link\" title=\"Follow us on Google News\" href=\"https:\/\/news.google.com\/publications\/CAAqBwgKMN_a0QswnvboAw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"264px\" height=\"63px\" src=\"https:\/\/ar-pay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-bootstrap-4-pro\/assets\/images\/follow-us-on-google-news-en.svg\" alt=\"Follow us on Google News\" title=\"\"><\/a>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you ever wished you could switch your phone network without dealing with physical SIM cards? 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