Apple's New iPhone Air Is eSIM-Only-and It's a Game Changer for Travelers

""eSIM offers greater flexibility, better security, and seamless connectivity compared to traditional physical SIM cards,""

""For better security, eSIM cannot be physically removed if an iPhone is lost or stolen, and managing travel eSIMs is even easier with a new streamlined setup in iOS 26.""

""iPhone 17 Pro is by far the most powerful iPhone we've ever made, with a stunning new design rebuilt from the inside out to maximize performance and deliver an enormous leap in battery life,""

iPhone Air adopts an eSIM-only design that contributes to a thinner, lighter chassis and eliminates the need for physical SIM cards. The eSIM design enables travelers to connect using international roaming from a home carrier or local prepaid plans. eSIMs are supported by more than 500 carriers worldwide, including AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon. eSIMs provide greater flexibility, enhanced security, and seamless connectivity; an eSIM cannot be physically removed if a phone is lost or stolen. iPhone Air supports two active eSIMs concurrently. The device is 5.6 millimeters thick, has a 6.5-inch screen, starts at 256 GB storage, is offered in four colors, and is priced at $999.

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