eSIM Device Compatibility: Which Devices Work with eSIM?
Before purchasing an eSIM for your Umrah journey, it's crucial to verify that your smartphone supports eSIM technology. This comprehensive guide covers all eSIM-compatible devices and helps you determine if your phone will work.
Quick Compatibility Check
iPhone: Go to Settings → General → About and look for "Digital SIM" or "Available SIM" in the list. If you see it, your iPhone supports eSIM.
Android: Go to Settings → Connections → SIM card manager (or similar). If you see an "Add eSIM" or "Add mobile plan" option, your device supports eSIM.
iPhone eSIM Compatibility
iPhone Models That Support eSIM
iPhone 14 Series (US Models)
- • iPhone 14 (eSIM only in US)
- • iPhone 14 Plus (eSIM only in US)
- • iPhone 14 Pro (eSIM only in US)
- • iPhone 14 Pro Max (eSIM only in US)
iPhone 13 Series
- • iPhone 13 mini
- • iPhone 13
- • iPhone 13 Pro
- • iPhone 13 Pro Max
iPhone 12 Series
- • iPhone 12 mini
- • iPhone 12
- • iPhone 12 Pro
- • iPhone 12 Pro Max
iPhone 11 Series
- • iPhone 11
- • iPhone 11 Pro
- • iPhone 11 Pro Max
iPhone XS Series
- • iPhone XS
- • iPhone XS Max
- • iPhone XR
iPhone SE (2020 & 2022)
- • iPhone SE (2nd generation)
- • iPhone SE (3rd generation)
Note: All iPhone models listed above support dual eSIM (two eSIM profiles) on iOS 16 and later. iPhone 14 series sold in the US are eSIM-only (no physical SIM slot).
iPhone Models That Do NOT Support eSIM
- •iPhone X and earlier: iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6, iPhone SE (1st generation), and all earlier models
- •iPhone X: Despite being released in 2017, iPhone X does not support eSIM technology
Important: If you have an iPhone X or older, you'll need to use a physical SIM card or upgrade your device to use eSIM technology.
Android eSIM Compatibility
Samsung Galaxy eSIM Support
Galaxy S Series
- • Galaxy S24, S24+, S24 Ultra
- • Galaxy S23, S23+, S23 Ultra
- • Galaxy S22, S22+, S22 Ultra
- • Galaxy S21, S21+, S21 Ultra
- • Galaxy S20, S20+, S20 Ultra
- • Galaxy S20 FE (select models)
Galaxy Note Series
- • Galaxy Note 20, Note 20 Ultra
- • Galaxy Note 10, Note 10+
Galaxy Z Series (Foldables)
- • Galaxy Z Fold 5, Z Fold 4, Z Fold 3
- • Galaxy Z Flip 5, Z Flip 4, Z Flip 3
Galaxy A Series (Select Models)
- • Galaxy A54 5G
- • Galaxy A53 5G
- • Galaxy A52 5G
Note: eSIM support on Samsung devices varies by region and carrier. Some carrier-locked models may not support eSIM. Always verify with your specific model number.
Google Pixel eSIM Support
Pixel 8 Series
- • Pixel 8
- • Pixel 8 Pro
Pixel 7 Series
- • Pixel 7
- • Pixel 7 Pro
- • Pixel 7a
Pixel 6 Series
- • Pixel 6
- • Pixel 6 Pro
- • Pixel 6a
Pixel 5 & Earlier
- • Pixel 5
- • Pixel 4, 4 XL
- • Pixel 3, 3 XL, 3a, 3a XL
Note: Google Pixel devices have excellent eSIM support across all models from Pixel 3 onwards. All Pixel devices sold in the US support eSIM.
Other Android Brands with eSIM Support
OnePlus
- • OnePlus 12, 11, 10 Pro, 9 Pro, 8 Pro
- • OnePlus Nord 2, Nord CE 2
Motorola
- • Motorola Edge 40, Edge 30, Edge 20
- • Motorola Razr 2023, Razr 2022
Xiaomi
- • Xiaomi 13, 13 Pro, 12, 12 Pro
- • Xiaomi 11T, 11T Pro
Huawei
- • Huawei P50, P40, Mate 40 series (select models)
- • Note: Limited availability due to restrictions
Important: eSIM support on Android devices varies significantly by manufacturer, model, region, and carrier. Always verify eSIM compatibility for your specific device model before purchasing.
Important Considerations
Carrier Locking
Even if your device supports eSIM, carrier-locked phones may not accept third-party eSIM profiles. You may need to:
- •Unlock your device from your carrier
- •Contact your carrier to enable eSIM support
- •Use an unlocked device for best compatibility
Regional Variations
Some devices have different eSIM support depending on where they were purchased:
- •iPhone 14 (US): eSIM-only, no physical SIM slot
- •iPhone 14 (International): Physical SIM + eSIM support
- •Android devices: Support varies by region and carrier
Software Requirements
Ensure your device is running the latest software version:
- •iPhone: iOS 12.1 or later (iOS 16+ recommended for dual eSIM)
- •Android: Android 9.0 (Pie) or later (Android 12+ recommended)
How to Verify eSIM Support on Your Device
For iPhone:
- Open Settings
- Go to General → About
- Scroll down and look for "Digital SIM" or "Available SIM"
- If present, your iPhone supports eSIM
For Android (Samsung):
- Open Settings
- Go to Connections → SIM card manager
- Look for "Add mobile plan" or "Add eSIM" option
- If present, your device supports eSIM
For Android (Google Pixel):
- Open Settings
- Go to Network & internet → SIMs
- Tap the "+" icon or "Add SIM"
- Look for "Download a SIM instead?" option
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