Airtel Kenya has recently launched a game-changing product, the e-SIM, which is set to transform the mobile telecommunications sector in Kenya. This announcement was made in a press conference held at Airtel Kenya’s headquarters in Nairobi.
The e-SIM, which is a virtual SIM card embedded in mobile devices, promises numerous benefits to users, including convenience, flexibility, and efficiency. With the e-SIM, users can activate their mobile service without needing to physically insert a SIM card, eliminating the need for physical SIM cards and saving space in mobile devices.
One of the main advantages of the e-SIM is that it makes it easier for people to switch between different network providers, as they can simply download the relevant network profile onto their device. The e-SIM technology also saves users the hassle of losing or damaging their SIM cards, and allows them to switch phones without having to replace their SIM card.
The e-SIM is particularly beneficial for international travelers, as users can download the relevant network profile for the country they are in, without the need to purchase a local SIM card. The e-SIM is currently available on select devices, including the Apple iPhone 12 range, and will be rolled out to more devices in the coming months.
Prasanta Das Sarma, the CEO of Airtel Kenya, emphasized the importance of this new technology in a statement, “We believe that the e-SIM will provide a more convenient, flexible, and efficient mobile communication experience for our customers. We are excited to introduce this innovative technology to Kenya.”
Airtel Kenya becomes the second mobile network provider to offer e-SIM technology in Kenya, following Safaricom. With the e-SIM’s numerous advantages, including convenience, flexibility, and efficiency, it is set to revolutionize the mobile communication industry in Kenya.