As a techie in this digital world, you should flow with the technology upgradeables.
eSIM is the current game changer in wireless technology of the world. Traditional SIM card was got replaced by the introduction of eSIM.
If you are going to update your phone into eSIM, be sure the phone built for it. To use an eSIM, your device must be carrier-unlocked and eSIM-compatible. (Note that country and carrier-specific restrictions may apply.)* Here giving the latest list of eSIM supporting phones
The list of eSIM-compatible devices as of June 2023 includes the following:
Apple*
- iPhone 15
- iPhone 15 Plus
- iPhone 15 Pro
- iPhone 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 14
- iPhone 14 Plus
- iPhone 14 Pro
- iPhone 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 13
- iPhone 13 Mini
- iPhone 13 Pro
- iPhone 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 12
- iPhone 12 Mini
- iPhone 12 Pro
- iPhone 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 11
- iPhone 11 Pro
- iPhone 11 Pro Max
- iPhone XS
- iPhone XS Max
- iPhone XR
- iPhone SE (2020)
- iPhone SE (2022)
- iPad Air (3rd generation)
- iPad Air (4th generation)
- iPad Air (5th generation)
- iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation)
- iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd generation)
- iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd generation)
- iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation)
- iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th generation)
- iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th generation)
- iPad (7th generation)
- iPad (8th generation)
- iPad (9th generation)
- iPad (10th generation)
- iPad Mini (5th generation)
- iPad Mini (6th generation)
*The following Apple devices lack eSIM capability:
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- iPhone devices from Mainland China.
- iPhone devices from Hong Kong and Macao, except for the iPhone 13 Mini, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone SE 2020, and iPhone XS.
*Only iPad devices with Wi-Fi + Cellular features are compatible with eSIM.
*For iPhones and iPads purchased in Turkey:
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- If you set up your device after June 23, 2020, your eSIM will activate automatically upon installation. Contact your carrier if eSIM is not enabled.
List Android devices support eSIM
Samsung
- Galaxy S23
- Galaxy S23+
- Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Galaxy S22 5G
- Galaxy S22+ 5G
- Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G
- Galaxy S21 5G*
- Galaxy S21+ 5G*
- Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G*
- Galaxy S20*
- Galaxy S20+*
- Galaxy Z Flip*
- Galaxy Z Flip 3 5G
- Galaxy Z Flip 4*
- Galaxy Z Fold
- Galaxy Z Fold 2*
- Galaxy Z Fold 3
- Galaxy Z Fold 4*
- Galaxy Note 20
- Galaxy Note 20 Ultra*
*eSIM capability is not available on the following Samsung Galaxy devices:
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- All Galaxy devices originating from China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan.
- All Galaxy FE “Fan Edition” models.
- AUA models of the Galaxy S20, S21*, and Note 20 Ultra.
*In South Korea, most Samsung devices do not support eSIMs, except for the Galaxy S23, S23+, S23 Ultra, Z Flip4, and Z Fold4.
*Samsung Galaxy S21 series devices from Canada and the AUA (excluding FE models) may have eSIM capability if the One UI 4 update is installed. To confirm whether your Samsung device is eSIM-capable, please contact your carrier or device manufacturer.
Nokia*
- Nokia XR21
- Nokia X30
Oneplus*
- Oneplus 11
*To confirm if your OnePlus device supports eSIM, please reach out to your carrier or device manufacturer as eSIM support may vary depending on the region.
Xiaomi*
- Xiaomi 13 Pro
- Xiaomi 13 Lite
- Xiaomi 13
- Xiaomi 12T Pro
*Please reach out to your carrier or device manufacturer to confirm if your Xiaomi device supports eSIM, as eSIM availability can vary depending on the country/region and carrier.
- Google Pixel Fold
- Google Pixel 7 Pro
- Google Pixel 7a
- Google Pixel 7
- Google Pixel 6 Pro
- Google Pixel 6a
- Google Pixel 6
- Google Pixel 5a
- Google Pixel 5
- Google Pixel 4a
- Google Pixel 4
- Google Pixel 4 XL
- Google Pixel 3 & 3 XL *
- Google Pixel 3a & 3a XL *
*eSIM capability is not available on the following Google Pixel devices:
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- Pixel 3 models originating from Australia, Taiwan, and Japan, as well as those purchased with service from AU or Canadian carriers other than Sprint and Google Fi.
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Pixel 3a models purchased in South East Asia and with Verizon service.
*Confirm whether your Nokia device has eSIM capability by contacting your carrier or device manufacturer, as eSIM support may be limited to specific regions.
Oppo*
- OPPO Find N2 Flip
- OPPO Find X3 Pro
- OPPO Find X5
- OPPO Find X5 Pro
- OPPO Reno A
*To verify if your Oppo device supports eSIM, please contact your carrier or device manufacturer as eSIM availability may differ depending on the country/region and carrier.
Sharp*
- AQUOS Sense4 Lite
- AQUOS R7
*To determine if your Aquos device supports eSIM, please contact your carrier or device manufacturer for confirmation, as eSIM support is limited to Japan and select regions.
Hummer
- HAMMER Explorer PRO
- HAMMER Blade 3
- HAMMER Blade 5G
- myPhone NOW eSIM
Huawei
- Huawei P40
- Huawei P40 Pro*
- Huawei Mate 40 Pro
eSIM capability is not available on the following HUAWEI devices:
- Huawei P40 Pro+
*All Huawei devices purchased in China are not eSIM capable.
Motorola*
- Motorola Edge+
- Motorola Edge 40 Pro
- Motorola Razr 2019
- Motorola Razr 5G
*To verify if your Motorola device supports eSIM, please reach out to your carrier or device manufacturer as eSIM support may vary depending on your region.
Rakuten*
- Rakuten Big
- Rakuten Big S
- Rakuten Mini
- Rakuten Hand
*To confirm if your Rakuten device supports eSIM, please reach out to your carrier or device manufacturer as eSIM support is limited to Japan and specific regions.
Sony*
- Sony Xperia 1 V
- Sony Xperia 1 IV
- Sony Xperia 5 IV
- Sony Xperia 10 III
- Sony Xperia 10 IV
*To confirm if your Xperia device supports eSIM, please reach out to your carrier or device manufacturer as eSIM availability may differ based on the country/region and carrier.
Others*
- Honor Magic5 Pro
- Nuu Mobile X5
- Gemini PDA 4G+Wi-Fi
- Fairphone 4
*To verify if your device supports eSIM, kindly contact your carrier or device manufacturer as eSIM availability can differ based on the country/region and carrier.
Windows 10* / Windows 11 Laptops
Lenovo
- ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 2 in 1
- ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9
- ThinkPad X1 Fold
- ThinkPad X1 Nano
- ThinkPad X12 Detachable
- Lenovo Flex 5G
- Lenovo Yoga C630
- Lenovo Mix 630
- Lenovo Yoga 520
- Lenovo Yoga 720 (2-in-1 models)
Acer
- ASAU Mini Transformer T103HAF
- ASAU NovaGo TP370QL
- ASAU Vivobook Flip 14 TP401NA
Dell
- Dell Latitude 7210 2-in-1
- Dell Latitude 9410
- Dell Latitude 7310
- Dell Latitude 7410
- Dell Latitude 9510
- Dell Latitude 5410
- Dell Latitude 5411
- Dell Latitude 5511
Surface*
- Surface Go 3
- Surface Go 3
- Surface Pro X
- Surface Duo 2
- Surface Duo
Acer
- Acer Swift 3
- Acer Swift 7
- Acer TravelMate P2
- Acer TravelMate Spin P4
- Acer TravelMate P6
HP
- HP Elitebook G5
- HP Probook G5
- HP Zbook G5
- HP Spectre Folio 13
*To utilize an eSIM on your Windows 10 PC, ensure that it has Windows 10 version 1703 or a more recent version. Additionally, your device should be LTE-ready.
*Regarding Surface devices, please note that eSIMs are not supported on any AT&T-locked devices. If you obtained your device from another carrier, they may have disabled eSIM functionality on the Surface Duo. It is advisable to reach out to the carrier for confirmation.
If you are unsure whether your device is eSIM-capable and unlocked, you can verify this through your device settings or by contacting your carrier or device manufacturer.