Apple’s iPhone 17 Air Adopts Global eSIM-Only DesignApple unveiled its ultra-slim iPhone 17 Air during Tuesday’s hardware presentation, revealing that the device will exclusively support eSIM technology across all international markets.
This marks a significant expansion of Apple’s digital SIM strategy beyond the United States.The new iPhone 17 Air features an impressively thin 5.5mm profile, achieved partly by eliminating the traditional physical SIM card slot. This design choice represents Apple’s continued push toward space-saving technologies within its devices.
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The tech giant previously transitioned to eSIM-only configurations for US iPhone models in 2022. Now, with the iPhone 17 Air, this digital-first approach is being implemented globally for the first time.
During the keynote presentation, Apple emphasized the advantages of eSIM technology, highlighting its enhanced security features, improved user convenience, and space efficiency compared to traditional plastic SIM cards. The company also noted eSIM’s benefits for international travelers, positioning it as a superior alternative to conventional SIM technology.
This move signals Apple’s commitment to advancing eSIM adoption worldwide, building on what the company describes as an industry standard they helped establish years ago.
