The data collected by “Tele2” show that the number of eSIM users in phones increased by 61% during the year, and in smart watches – by 22%. As “Tele2” informs, although the number of eSIM users is growing, it is still relatively small in general, because not all devices have eSIM and it takes time for old devices to be gradually replaced with new ones that support this service.
Currently, the eSIM service is available to both “Tele2” prepaid customers and postpaid customers who use the “Zelta Zivtiņa” postpaid card.
“If we look, for example, at eSIM services for prepaid card customers, a significant benefit is the ability to connect mobile services much faster and more conveniently, as well as the flexibility to change tariff plans according to personal needs. This service is also very suitable for tourists, who can purchase an eSIM before arriving in Latvia, and at the same time, you can use both a prepaid eSIM and, if necessary, your permanent connection on the phone,” says “Tele2 Commercial Director Raivo Rosts.
eSIM or virtual SIM card allows you to conveniently combine several numbers in one phone, and there is no need to go to the “Tele2” center or any other point of sale to buy a SIM card.
As “Tele2” notes, the development of eSIM in the future will save significant costs related to the production and distribution of SIM cards.
“We issue several hundred thousand new SIM cards to postpaid and prepaid customers during the year. As the number of eSIM users increases, not only production and distribution costs would decrease, but also the amount of plastic used. “Tele2″ has already, for example, reduced the size of the plastic package of SIM cards, which allows to reduce the amount of plastic used by almost 40%,” notes R. Rost.
2023-08-23 06:18:28
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