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This section provides an overview for esims as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 10 esim manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked esim companies as of December, 2024: 1.Holafly, S. L., 2.STMicroelectronics, 3.Simtex.
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eSIM (Embedded SIM) is a digital version of a physical SIM card, pre-embedded in devices like smartphones, tablets, and smartwatches. It can be programmed remotely, allowing users to switch between different telecommunication services without needing a physical SIM card. eSIMs are particularly useful for roaming and in devices requiring multiple communication providers, including IoT devices.
eSIMs are versatile and find applications in various devices and scenarios due to their flexible and remotely controllable nature.
eSIMs are increasingly adopted in smartphones and tablets, enabling users to switch carriers easily and facilitating international roaming without needing new SIM cards.
Wearable devices like smartwatches benefit from eSIMs, offering independent communication capabilities and enhancing user convenience.
Mobile notebook PCs are integrating eSIMs to eliminate the need for microSIM slots, contributing to a more compact and lightweight design.
eSIMs are used in in-vehicle systems for real-time navigation and entertainment services, as well as for remote vehicle management and emergency communication.
In IoT devices, eSIMs facilitate efficient management and allow the flexibility to switch communication providers as needed.
An eSIM functions similarly to a nano-SIM but is directly mounted on the motherboard of a device. Each eSIM has a unique ID used for authentication and contract management. Network operators can remotely control the eSIM's profile via OTA (Over the air), enabling users to easily switch carriers.
eSIMs are categorized into M2M and consumer models.
The M2M model is designed for embedding in IoT devices, optimized for communication with specific servers, and simplified for limited functionality.
The consumer model is intended for devices operated by end-users, providing full operational control from the user's terminal.
eSIMs differ from traditional SIM cards in form, usage, and user benefits. Unlike physical SIM cards, eSIMs are integrated into devices, allowing users to switch communication providers remotely without needing to replace the SIM card.
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ST Micro Electronics is a global semiconductor company serving customers with innovations to have a positive impact on people's lives. Their product line is micro electronic systems, such as switches, controllers, sensors and drivers. The main selling point of ST Micro Electronics is its provision of sustainable products, and introducing their electronics to create a more sustainable world. The company, as well as providing the electronic devices, also provides software and support, ensuring that all fields are covered to provide a fully provide a supported and strong relationship with their customer base. ST Micro Electronics believe that technology plays a key role in helping to solve environmental and social challenges, which is why their semiconductor technologies start with their employees, their customers and partners.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
---|---|---|
1 | Holafly, S. L. |
26.9%
|
2 | STMicroelectronics |
20.5%
|
3 | Simtex |
11.2%
|
4 | GlobaleSIM |
10.3%
|
5 | T‑Mobile USA, Inc. |
6.7%
|
6 | Airhubapp |
6.1%
|
7 | BNESIM LIMITED |
5.8%
|
8 | Maya Virtual, Inc. |
4.6%
|
9 | Nomad app |
4.1%
|
10 | AIRALO |
3.9%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the esim page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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Spain | 1 | 100.0% |
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