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What is eSIM and why you need it
eSIM is a built-in digital SIM card. You don't need to insert a physical card: the plan is activated via QR code or operator app. Convenient for travel, a second number, or quick operator switching.
Step-by-step eSIM installation
Samsung (One UI 4+):
- Settings → Connections → SIM Manager → Add eSIM
- Select "Scan QR code" and scan the code from your operator
- Confirm activation and wait for the profile to load
Xiaomi / Redmi / POCO (MIUI 13+):
- Settings → SIM cards and mobile networks → Add eSIM
- Scan the operator's QR code
- Click "Activate" and restart your device
Google Pixel:
- Settings → Network and internet → SIM cards → Add eSIM
- Scan the QR code or enter the activation code manually
- Follow the on-screen prompts
💡 After installation, make sure eSIM is selected as the active SIM for mobile data.
Common user mistakes
- "eSIM is not supported" — device is incompatible or feature is blocked by operator
- QR code is not being read — try entering the activation code manually via "Enter code"
- Profile is not loading — check Wi-Fi connection, restart your phone
- Activation error — each QR code can only be used once. Request a new one from your operator
How to check compatibility via *#06#
Dial *#06# on your phone — device information will appear. If there is a line with EID (20-digit number) in the list — your phone supports eSIM. No EID — eSIM is not available on this model.
Where to buy eSIM
You can buy eSIM for Russia, travel, and roaming at e7m.ru — online activation, QR code sent to email immediately after payment.
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