Apple iPhone 17 may launch without SIM card slots in more countries, signaling a global shift to eSIM-only models.
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Apple iPhone 17 May Remove SIM Card Slot Globally Apple iPhone 17 Expected To Drop SIM Card Slot In More Countries The iPhone 17 is expected to mark another step toward Apple’s eSIM-only future, with reports suggesting that more countries will see models without a physical SIM card slot. Many users searching for updates on the iPhone 17 are asking whether the device will still support SIM cards or if eSIM technology will become the default. Apple has already introduced eSIM-only iPhones in the U.S. starting with the iPhone 14, and now the same change may be expanding worldwide. Image : Google iPhone 17 eSIM Technology Explained The eSIM, short for embedded SIM, is a digital alternative to the traditional SIM card. Instead of inserting a physical card into the device, users can activate mobile plans digitally through their carriers. This not only saves space inside the phone for other components but also improves security and convenience. With the iPhone 17 series, Apple is preparing to make eSIM a more global standard by phasing out the …