Surprise roaming charges are one of the worst things to happen when you travel abroad. They’re sneaky, add up, and can make a significant dent in your wallet. How much should you have to pay for a phone plan with data? $20 per month? $40? $60? In Ellen Creager’s case, it was $1,106. Ouch. Follow […]
There are plenty of mysterious terms related to mobile phones, connectivity, and cellular devices. Here, we break down the most common tech terms you’ll encounter and what they actually mean (without the technical jargon!). You’ll find the answers to all your questions, including: What is a SIM card? What is Dual SIM? What is an […]
It’s a common misconception that switching to an eSIM will drain your device’s battery life. In reality, eSIMs are more energy-efficient than SIM cards and use less power to receive and transmit data. So, while they do use up some battery life, eSIMs alone are not a drain on your battery. eSIM Recap An eSIM […]
Can you turn off your eSIM? Yes, you can! Your eSIM will typically be displayed as a secondary line on your device. And you can enable and disable it in your smartphone settings. Read on for our guide to installing, turning on, and turning off your eSIM. What Is an eSIM? If you’re new to […]
Is it safe? Comfortable? Will I be sharing with strangers? Is it better value for money? If you’ve never stayed in a hostel, you probably have plenty of questions about it. You might wonder what it’s like and whether it’s the right idea for you. After all, we’re not all cut out for sharing bunks […]
No, your eSIM is not permanently installed on your device. Once you’ve installed an eSIM on your device, it can exist in three states: Actively installed On your device but disabled Deleted from your device In fact, deleting an eSIM will result in it becoming unretrievable. At Airalo, we only recommend deleting an eSIM plan […]
eSIM stands for “embedded SIM.” Think of an embedded SIM as a virtual SIM card. Because an embedded SIM is built directly into the device, you no longer need to swap cards to change your data plans. Instead, you can download data plans from the Airalo app, install them and use them immediately. In fact, […]
There are several reasons to take out temporary car insurance when you travel. You may have hired a camper van for your weekend break. Or you’re planning a fantastic cross-country road trip. Wherever you’re headed, having temporary car insurance can help you get there. If it’s your first time renting a car or getting short-term insurance, you […]
eKYC stands for “Electronically Know Your Customer.” In the Airalo eSIM market, an eKYC verification may be required to access eSIMs for certain countries based on regulatory and security measures in place by the governing country. Read on to learn more about eKYC and what it entails. What Is an eSIM? First things first: What’s […]
Welcome to Airalo’s eSIM guide! In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about eSIM technology, from what an eSIM is to how it works and where to get one. You’ll learn: How cellular technology is changing What is a SIM card? What is an eSIM, and how does it work? eSIM vs. […]