embedded SIM (eSIM)

GPTKB entity

Statements (51)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:technology
SD card
gptkbp:alternativeName gptkb:eSIM
gptkbp:compatibleWith gptkb:4G_networks
gptkb:5G_networks
physically removed
swapped between devices physically
gptkbp:definedIn gptkb:GSMA_SGP.21
gptkb:GSMA_SGP.22
gptkbp:enables remote management
over-the-air activation
multiple profiles on one device
remote SIM provisioning
global roaming
smaller device designs
multiple carrier profiles
dual SIM functionality
easy carrier switching
environmental benefits (less plastic waste)
faster device setup
profile download via QR code
gptkbp:features tamper-resistant hardware
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label embedded SIM (eSIM)
gptkbp:integratesWith device motherboard
gptkbp:introducedIn 2016
gptkbp:reduces need for physical SIM slots
gptkbp:replacedBy removable SIM card
gptkbp:requires carrier support
gptkbp:standardizedBy gptkb:GSMA
gptkbp:standsFor gptkb:embedded_Subscriber_Identity_Module
gptkbp:supportedBy gptkb:Microsoft_Surface_devices
gptkb:Apple
gptkb:Google
gptkb:Oppo
gptkb:Motorola
gptkb:Huawei
gptkb:Samsung
gptkb:Sony
various mobile carriers
gptkbp:usedFor voice calls
SMS
mobile data connectivity
gptkbp:usedIn IoT devices
laptops
smartphones
tablets
wearable devices
connected cars
industrial M2M applications
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:SD_card
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5