The System 2.0

The System 2.0

You don't need a SIM card anymore to be tracked. How eSIM cards can be the surveillance tool they need

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Ally Fortis
May 09, 2024
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eSIMs, or embedded SIMs, are a type of SIM card that is embedded directly into a device, such as a smartphone or tablet. They work differently from traditional physical SIM cards. Here's how eSIMs work:

  1. Embedded Chip: eSIMs consist of a small, reprogrammable chip that is built into the device itself. This chip contains the necessary information and credentials to connect to a mobile network.

  2. Remote Activation: Unlike physical SIM cards that need to be inserted into a device, eSIMs can be remotely activated by a mobile network operator. This means that you don't need to physically swap SIM cards when changing networks or traveling to a different country.

  3. Downloading Data: With an eSIM, you can download the necessary data and credentials directly onto the embedded chip. This allows you to connect to a mobile network without the need for a physical SIM card.

  4. Multiple Profiles: One of the advantages of eSIMs is that they can store multiple profiles from different mobile network operators. This means that you can switch between networks without needing to change the physical SIM card.

  5. Flexibility: eSIMs offer more flexibility and convenience, especially for travelers. You can easily switch between different mobile networks or activate temporary data plans without the hassle of finding a physical SIM card.

Overall, eSIMs provide a more streamlined and flexible approach to mobile connectivity, eliminating the need for physical SIM cards and allowing for remote activation and multiple network profiles sounds perfect right?

Technology should evolve and things should get easier to use, but let’s look at the possible danger of eSIMs in a surveillance world.

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