Foreign Media: Apple iPhone Air Faces Restrictions Due to eSIM, May Be Cold in the Chinese Market in the Short Term
Apple launched several new products at its annual event, among which the ultra-thin iPhone Air has attracted much attention. However, its promotion in the Chinese market may face resistance.
Because the new phone fully adopts eSIM technology instead of physical SIM cards, and currently only one of the three major operators supports this technology, it is expected that the launch of the iPhone Air in China will be restricted, possibly adopting a phased or delayed strategy.
eSIM can make devices thinner and lighter, and allow users to conveniently switch packages or carriers, but Chinese regulators still need time to approve and promote the standard implementation.
According to iFanr in Guangzhou, China, opening too quickly may impact the revenue model of state-owned telecom operators. It is worth noting that no domestic smartphones currently use eSIM technology, which may give them a competitive advantage in the short term.
Original: www.toutiao.com/article/1842888657798212/
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