1. About our eSIM brand AlmondSIM

First, let’s learn about AlmondSIM. The company was founded in 2013. The company has developed rapidly with the rapid popularity of smartphones. At the beginning of its business, the team adhered to the concept of signing contracts directly with global operators (eSIM cards, Prepaid SIM cards), and strived to provide consumers with the cheapest and most cost-effective overseas Internet products.

In order to meet people's needs for using eSIM when traveling around the world, AlmondSIM has launched eSIM data packages for 200+ countries, covering almost all overseas travel destinations. For more information, please click the link below to go to our homepage: Almondsim.

The following text will introduce to you why eSIM is more recommended for overseas travel.

2. Why do people nowadays prefer eSIM when traveling online?

1.Convenience: eSIM (scan QR-code) is directly integrated into the device, without the need to physically insert the card. Users do not need to worry about the SIM card being lost, damaged or needing to be replaced. By connecting to network operators through wireless networks, users can purchase, activate, manage and use eSIM anytime and anywhere without going to a physical store.

2.Multi-operator support: eSIM allows users to use the services of multiple operators on the same device, and can easily switch as needed to enjoy wider network coverage and more competitive prices. This flexibility enables users to choose the best network service provider based on their needs.

3.Security: eSIM technology can achieve higher security, through digital signature and other technologies for identity verification and encryption protection, reducing the risk of information leakage. Compared with traditional physical SIM cards, eSIM is more difficult to copy and crack, thus better protecting users' personal information and privacy.

4.Environmental protection: eSIM reduces the environmental burden caused by manufacturing, transporting and disposing of traditional plastic SIM cards, contributing to sustainable development. Choosing eSIM is also an environmentally friendly lifestyle and has positive significance for environmental protection.

5.Improve device performance: Since eSIM does not require a physical card slot, device manufacturers can create thinner and lighter devices while increasing battery capacity and performance. This is an important advantage for users seeking high performance and portability.

6.Wide availability: eSIM has been widely used in smartphones, smart watches, tablets, laptops and IoT devices, and will appear in more types of devices in the future. This broad availability makes it easier for users to use and manage their devices.

3. Why are the sales of SIM cards (physical cards) not as good as before?

1. Large size: For many smart hardware, such as smart watches, sports bracelets and other wearable devices, the SIM card may be relatively large, taking up valuable space. These devices have very limited internal space, so using a SIM card can present design challenges.

2. Difficulty in changing numbers: SIM cards are usually bound to specific operators and  phone numbers. If users want to change operators or phone numbers, they need to go through a series of number-changing procedures, which is relatively cumbersome.

3. Security risks: Although the SIM card itself has certain security, there are still certain security risks due to its physical characteristics and usage methods. For example, SIM cards can be copied or stolen, causing user information to be leaked or communications to be monitored. 4. Limited waterproof performance: Since the SIM card needs to be inserted into the card slot, this means that the device needs to have an opening to accommodate the card slot. This opening can become a bottleneck for waterproofing, limiting the device's use in wet or underwater environments.

4. Poor contact problem: The SIM card is connected to the device through metal contacts. This non-welded contact method may have problems with poor contact, especially when used for a long time or in harsh environments such as vibration or bumping of the equipment, which can easily lead to loosening or falling off, affecting use.

4. Why will international roaming followed by WIF be eliminated?

The main disadvantage of international roaming is the cost. Tariffs for international roaming are typically higher compared to domestic use, which may put some users off. In addition, the network coverage and quality of international roaming may not be as good as the services provided by local operators, which will affect the user's network experience.

Although portable WiFi can provide network connections around the world, it also has some limitations. First of all, for users who are not familiar with foreign environments or have difficulty communicating in language, renting portable WiFi may cause certain obstacles. Secondly, portable WiFi devices need to occupy a certain amount of backpack space, and the mobile device needs to turn on WiFi to connect, which may affect the battery life of the device. In addition, the battery life of some portable WiFi devices may not be ideal, requiring users to carry additional power banks.

In recent years, with the development of technology and changes in the market, some new products and services have gradually emerged, such as global WiFi rental services, eSIM cards, etc. These new products and services provide more convenient, economical and efficient global network connection solutions, which may affect the market share of international roaming and portable WiFi to a certain extent. But whether it will be eliminated depends on the development of the market and changes in user needs.

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