Published on December 9, 20253 min read

Why You Should Switch from Physical SIM to eSIM on Your iPhone

Why You Should Switch from Physical SIM to eSIM on Your iPhone

If you're still using a physical SIM card in your iPhone, you may be missing out on faster setup, better security, and a more modern travel experience. Today’s iPhones are fully optimized for digital eSIM technology, and many new models — especially in the US and soon globally — are removing the SIM tray entirely.

Here’s how to remove your old SIM card safely, and why switching to an eSIM from Figabytes (https://figabytes.com) is the smarter way to stay connected.


📱 How to Remove a SIM Card From Your iPhone

Before removing your SIM, make sure your device is turned off or at least not in an active call.

Step 1 — Locate the SIM Tray

Depending on the iPhone model, the SIM tray is usually located on the right-hand side of the device.

Step 2 — Insert the SIM Eject Tool

Use the SIM eject tool that came with your iPhone.
If you’ve lost it, a paperclip works too.

Press gently until the tray pops out.

Step 3 — Pull Out the Tray

Carefully remove the SIM tray and take out your physical SIM card.

Step 4 — Reinsert the Empty Tray

Slide the tray back into place.
Your iPhone is now physically SIM-free — ready for a fully digital experience.


📶 Why You Should Switch to eSIM Instead

Removing the SIM card is only step one. The real upgrade is switching to a digital eSIM, which offers major benefits for everyday use and travel.


1. Instant Setup — No More Shops or SIM Swaps

With an eSIM from Figabytes, you can install your mobile plan in seconds:

  • No stores

  • No physical card

  • No waiting

  • No tools

Just scan a QR code or click a link, and your device activates instantly.


2. Safer & More Secure

Physical SIM cards can be:

  • Lost

  • Damaged

  • Removed if your phone is stolen

eSIMs cannot be taken out or tampered with, making your mobile identity far more secure.


3. Perfect for Travel — No Roaming Fees

Travelers used to land in a new country and immediately look for a SIM card shop.

Now, with Figabytes:

  • You install your eSIM before your trip

  • Activate it when you land

  • Avoid roaming charges entirely

  • Stay connected instantly

Travel becomes completely hassle-free.

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4. Use Multiple eSIMs at Once

Many iPhones now support numerous eSIM profiles, allowing you to keep:

  • Your home number

  • A work line

  • A travel eSIM

  • A regional eSIM for multi-country trips

Switching between them takes one tap — no physical swapping needed.


5. More Devices Are Going eSIM-Only

Apple is leading the industry into a SIM-tray-free future:

  • iPhone 14 (US models)

  • iPhone 15

  • iPhone 17 (rumored worldwide eSIM-only)

Android manufacturers are following.
Switching now prepares you for the future — and keeps your device fully compatible.


6. Better Connectivity & Automatic Switching

With the newest iOS versions (like iOS 26), your iPhone can:

  • Automatically choose the best eSIM

  • Switch between networks while traveling

  • Enable roaming only when needed

  • Prevent accidental use of your home SIM abroad

Your phone becomes smarter about staying connected.


✨ Why Figabytes Is the Better eSIM Experience

Figabytes offers:

  • Coverage in 190+ countries

  • Instant QR or link installation

  • Regional bundles (EU, Asia, Middle East & more)

  • Unlimited & high-GB plans

  • No contracts, no paperwork

  • 24/7 support

It’s the easiest upgrade any traveler can make.

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🎉 Final Thoughts

Removing your physical SIM card is more than a simple hardware change — it’s the gateway to a better, simpler, and fully digital mobile experience. With eSIM technology growing rapidly and new iPhone models going eSIM-only, now is the perfect time to switch.

And with Figabytes, upgrading to an eSIM takes seconds and works everywhere your journey takes you.

Install your eSIM with confidence

Follow this guided checklist from device prep to activation. Figabytes eSIMs stay ready in your account, so you can install today and switch them on the moment you land.

Most unlocked phones from 2018 onward support eSIM. Run these pre-checks now so activation is stress-free when you land.

  • Make sure your device is unlocked and supports eSIM (iPhone XR/XS or newer, Samsung Galaxy S20 or newer, Google Pixel 4 or newer, and most recent flagships).
  • Stay connected to Wi-Fi during installation so the eSIM profile downloads instantly.

iPhone & iPad

Settings → General → About. Under "Digital SIM," confirm an EID is listed.

Android

Settings → Network & Internet → SIMs (or Connections). Look for "Add eSIM" or "Download a SIM instead."

Unsure about compatibility? Ask our team before you buy.