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The iPhone 15 series represents a significant shift in Apple\“s approach to SIM card technology, which has important implications for Pakistani users. In Pakistan, where eSIM adoption is still growing but physical SIM cards remain dominant due to cultural preferences and infrastructure limitations, the iPhone 15\“s eSIM-only design presents both challenges and opportunities.
Pakistani mobile culture has traditionally favored physical SIM cards for their flexibility, ease of transfer between devices, and the ability to maintain multiple numbers simultaneously. Many Pakistanis use dual SIM arrangements for separating personal and business communications, a practice deeply embedded in the local business culture. The transition to eSIM requires users to visit service providers physically for transfers, which contrasts with the convenience of swapping physical SIM cards that has become integral to Pakistani mobile usage patterns.
However, Pakistan\“s major telecom operators including Jazz, Telenor, Zong, and Ufone have been progressively implementing eSIM support. Urban centers like Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad now offer reliable eSIM services, though rural areas still face infrastructure challenges. The cultural shift toward digital solutions is gradually gaining acceptance among younger, tech-savvy Pakistanis who appreciate the space-saving benefits and enhanced security features of eSIM technology. |
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