Google introduced the Pixel 8 series to users last week with interesting features. The first reactions were extremely positive. Because, in addition to its flagship features, the device also promises 7-year updates. Now it has been revealed that the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro come with tools that allow you to move your eSIM from an old phone and also convert the physical SIM to an eSIM.
Google Pixel 8 series offers dynamic eSIM support
In addition to some important hardware upgrades of the new series, we also benefit from many new software features thanks to the accompanying Android 14 update. In addition to the announced changes, there are also many new features that have not been announced yet. Pixel 8 comes with an eSIM transfer tool and the ability to convert your physical SIM into an eSIM, users have learned.
Google announced in February 2023 that Android will have the ability to transfer eSIM profiles from an old Android phone to a new Android phone. This feature has finally appeared. An X user was able to transfer their T-Mobile eSIM from Pixel 7 Pro to Pixel 8 Pro during device setup.
But before you get too excited, it’s worth noting that the eSIM transfer process and physical SIM to eSIM conversion features won’t work on every Android device and with all carriers. However, it is worth noting that T-Mobile users in Europe will not experience any problems.
Many people approach eSIM with prejudice because it is a failed implementation of a great idea. eSIMs are only useful if the phone also has a physical SIM slot. The iPhone 14 skipped the physical SIM slot and switched to eSIM only in the US; This is a difficult situation to deal with. Giving users this option is the right way to use eSIMs so they don’t have to choose between physical SIM and eSIM.
Pixel 8 supports dual SIM with eSIM on supported carriers. Therefore, users are happy to see eSIM porting and conversion features coming to Android as well. Users also expect to see a platform-wide rollout of the same.
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