eSIM on Samsung

Learn how to use eSIM on Google Pixel, including steps to install, use and convert eSIM extremely quickly and easily.

eSIM is a technology first launched by Google through Google Pixel phones, starting in 2017. Although eSIM is gradually becoming popular with Vietnamese users, not everyone clearly understands how to use eSIM on Google Pixel. This article will guide you in detail on how to install, use, convert eSIM on Google Pixel, and how to activate eSIM for international travel on Pixel phones.

I. What is eSIM on Google Pixel?

eSIM on Google Pixel (short for Embedded SIM) is a microchip integrated inside the circuit board, allowing users to use mobile services without having to insert a physical SIM.

eSIM support on Pixel series:

Pixel 3a and above: eSIM support, allowing you to use 2 SIMs in parallel, including 1 physical SIM + 1 eSIM (Dual SIM mode), except for the Japanese market. You can customize the functions for each SIM, for example, calling, texting or using mobile data.

Pixel 7, 7 Pro and above: you can use 2 eSIMs at the same time, however, this depends on your carrier.

For details on Pixel phones that can use eSIM, please update the full list here.

Note:

Pixel 3 versions for the Australian, Japanese and Taiwanese markets do not support eSIM.
Google Pixel 3a version for the Southeast Asian market does not support eSIM.

II. Conditions for activating eSIM on Google Pixel

To install eSIM on Piixel phone, you must meet 02 conditions:

You use Pixel 3a phone or later (Pixel 2 supports eSIM but only in some countries)
Network operators supporting eSIM: in Vietnam, there are 3 network operators supporting eSIM service: Vinaphone, Viettel, and MobiFone.

III. Preparation before installing eSIM on Google Pixel

Before installing eSIM on Pixel phone, you need to prepare:

Phone supporting eSIM (if installing eSIM for international travel, the phone needs to be unlocked)
Stable Wi-Fi network
eSIM information from the provider (QR code or manual activation information)

IV. Instructions for installing eSIM on Google Pixel for the first time

There are 02 ways to install eSIM on Pixel phones:

Scan QR code, or
Enter information manually (SM-DP+ Address and activation code sent from the provider)

Usually, the QR code scanning method is the first default in the eSIM installation process on the device. This is also the most convenient and simple method. Only when the QR code cannot be scanned, do you need to enter information manually.

Here are the steps to install eSIM on Pixel:

Go to Settings > Network and Internet
Select Mobile Network > select Add eSIM or the + icon
Select Download a new eSIM
At this point, you need to prepare a QR code opened on another device or print the QR code on paper for easy scanning.
Scan the QR code > select Download and wait a few minutes.

The eSIM is now downloaded successfully

In case the QR code cannot be scanned, you can manually enter the information according to the supplier’s instructions. Save the SM-DP+ address and activation code somewhere for easy copying and pasting when setting up the device.

How long does it take to install eSIM on Pixel?

The steps to install eSIM on Google Pixel are very simple and quick, taking only 3-5 minutes.

V. Instructions for setting eSIM as default for mobile data connection, calling, calling, texting

You can customize to select eSIM as the default line for calling, texting, using mobile data services:

Go to Settings > Select Network & Internet > SIM > your network
For each type of SIM/eSIM, you set the priority options:
Mobile data: Turn on mobile data.
Calls: Go to Call options > select the default carrier or tap on Always ask me.
SMS messages: Go to SMS priority options > select the default carrier or tap on Always ask me.

VI. How to use 2 eSIMs at the same time on Samsung

Currently, Samsung only supports using 2 eSIMs at the same time on new models like the Galaxy S23. With older models, you are only allowed to use 1 eSIM at a time. However, you can store multiple eSIMs on your Samsung phone and switch between eSIMs when needed.

If you want to use two phone numbers at the same time on Samsung, the current feasible solution is to use one eSIM and one physical SIM.

VII. Instructions on how to delete eSIM on Samsung

To delete eSIM on Samsung Galaxy, follow these steps:

Go to Settings > Connections > SIM Manager
You will see a list of SIMs/eSIMs installed on your device, select the eSIM you want to delete
Turn off the eSIM you want to delete (if it is on)
Select Delete > press confirm
Note: You should consider carefully before proceeding to delete eSIM. Especially with eSIMs for international travel, most of them will only be installed once, so you should only delete them when the eSIM has expired or runs out of data.

► See detailed instructions on how to delete eSIM on iPhone and Android phones.

VIII. Instructions on how to convert SIM to eSIM on Samsung
You can convert eSIMs of three network operators Viettel, MobiFone and Vinaphone.

With Vinaphone, the only way to switch to eSIM Vinaphone is to go directly to the nearest Vinaphone transaction store. You need to bring the original ID card/CCCD and the SIM card you want to convert to get support.

With Viettel and MobiFone networks, you can switch to eSIM in 02 ways:

1. Go directly to the transaction center of the network

You can go directly to Viettel or MobiFone transaction stores to get advice and support from staff to convert to eSIM. Note that you need to bring the original ID card/CCCD and the SIM card you want to convert.

2. Convert eSIM online on the application

With Viettel
Download the My Viettel application to your device > select Utilities > Select Convert eSIM > Fill in personal information and phone number to proceed with the conversion. The fee for converting eSIM is 25,000 VND.

Convert eSIM Viettel online on Samsung via My Viettel application
With MobiFone
Go to My MobiFone application > select Convert to eSIM > Agree > Enter the OTP code on your phone and press Confirm. Then you will receive a confirmation message from MobiFone that the eSIM has been successfully converted. Restart your device to activate eSIM.

Steps to convert eSIM Mobifone on Samsung via the application
Steps to convert eSIM Mobifone on Samsung via the application
Thus, Gigago has just guided you on how to use eSIM on Samsung. Hopefully, with the above instructions, you can easily install and use eSIM on your device.