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eSIM only is a hassle when traveling (alien.top)
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I was afraid of this, when I bought my 15PM. Traveled to Chile, and what would have been a quick transaction at the Entel store ended in disappointment. Apparently you need a Chilean ID to purchase an eSIM. Fortunately, I brought a pixel 3 I can hotspot, and takes a nano sim, but it’s something of a hassle. My only regret so far.

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[–] osea23@alien.top 1 points 2 years ago

I went to Bali recently and the Indonesian government requires ID to purchase an eSIM. I purchased an eSIM off Klook and the seller had my eSIM QR code ready after I messaged him my passport photo copy. Quick and easy transaction imo. eSIM was registered to my phone BEFORE I went on the trip. I think eSIM is fine for most people, it’s just a growing pain of getting used to a new technology. I think it’s easier than getting a SIM card.