eSIM 101
How does eSIM work?
eSIM works pretty much like a regular SIM but the cool thing about eSIM is that you can switch your wireless carrier without swapping the SIM card. With eSIM, it is just a few taps in the settings that can switch you from one wireless carrier to another.
Why should I care about eSIM?
You can save a lot of money on data roaming charges when you travel. Instead of buying expensive data roaming from your wireless carrier (AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint, etc.) or getting a SIM card from a wireless carrier in the country you are visiting and going through the hassle of swapping the SIM card and losing the ability to be reachable on your US phone number, you can use an eSIM. Without swapping the SIM card, you get the cheapest data roaming rates and you get to keep your US number.
How do I know that my phone has eSIM?
On iPhone, go to “Settings” and tap “Cellular” if you see “Add Cellular Plan” your phone has eSIM. If you don’t see “Add Cellular Plan” then you don’t.
On Android, go to “Settings” and tap on “Network and Internet”. If you see a + sign to the right of “Mobile Network” your phone has eSIM. If you don’t see a + sign you don’t have an eSIM.
The following smartphones have eSIM:
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iPhone XR, iPhone XS iPhone XS Max |
iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max |
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Google Pixel Series 3 & 3a | Google Pixel 4 |
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Galaxy S20, S20 Plus & S20 Ultra | Galaxy Fold & Flip Z |
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LG G7 ThinQ, LG V35 ThinQ | Dual SIM versions only |
Does my phone have to be unlocked to use eSIM?
Yes.
Why Open?
Open is a pioneer in commercializing new communication technologies that benefit consumers. We have been doing that for a decade. Some of the other products we have launched are an app that connects with you people around you when there is no Internet and a device that helps you cut your home Internet bill in half.
Trial eSIM for FreeWe understand that you might want to try the new technology before you pay for it. Get the free 2G data roaming connection today and you upgrade to 4G LTE (fast) Mobile Internet during your trip. We will send you a text message with a link to upgrade. Our 4G LTE prices are cheaper than your wireless carrier.