esim discussion

[tuntun]

If my device can only support 4G esim, can I subscribe to Giga 5G esim plans?

 

[froztheart]

If my device can only support 4G esim, can I subscribe to Giga 5G esim plans?

Can, but only can receive 4G connectivity.

 

[froztheart]

I guess you can add a row for the actual main Telco too haha

Ya, have leh.
1st column is the MNO, while 2nd column is the corresponding MVNO under the MNO.

 

[soulpower11]

Feel free to correct me if I got any wrong.

If not wrong, Circles 4G and 5G is both under M1, for MR 4G is under M1, 5G is under SH.

 

[froztheart]

If not wrong, Circles 4G and 5G is both under M1, for MR 4G is under M1, 5G is under SH.

Ah, yes.
I was actually referring to MR, where 5G is under SH, while 4G is under M1.
Appreciate the notice!

 

[dereth]

I'm using an S24 Ultra. My main SIM is Circles connected to 5G. My 2nd SIM is Giga currently at 4G.

If I get a physical 5G replacement SIM from Giga, will the phone be able to connect to both 5G networks at the same time?

 

[DCmax1104]

Ya, have leh.
1st column is the MNO, while 2nd column is the corresponding MVNO under the MNO.

i think he meant main telco eSIM Options. E.g. StarHub star plan: https://www.starhub.com/personal/support/article.html?id=zGulLN3Deq0AgRTqdn0gh8

And Singtel: https://www.singtel.com/personal/support/mobile-postpaid/esim

You can also have separate line for M1 (have eSIM) and M1 Maxx (no eSIM)

also missing Singtel Heya (no eSIM) and Changi Mobile

 

[Jirachi]

wonder if Singapore will be one of those

Hopefully and better be.

 

[ichinisan]

Anyone knows which are the telcos/mvnos that have esim now?

And the cheapest one?

 

[froztheart]

Anyone knows which are the telcos/mvnos that have esim now?

And the cheapest one?

https://forums.hardwarezone.com.sg/threads/esim-discussion.6342675/post-152450530
Cheapest gotta check through, but I believe SIMBA with the $10 plan.

 

[froztheart]

MNO​	MVNO​	eSIM support​	eSIM replacement charge​	Source​
Singtel​	N.A​	Yes​	Yes​	How do I purchase an eSIM or switch from a physical SIM to eSIM? How much does it cost? If your contract has not ended but you want to switch to an eSIM, this is chargeable at $10.90.​
​	GOMO​	Yes​	No​	How many times can I re-install my eSIM? Good news! There is currently no cap to the number of times you can re-install your GOMO eSIM! You can re-install your eSIM on the same device or transfer it to another device using the same QR code you get when you sign up for GOMO with no additional charges. Remember, your eSIM can only be installed on one device at a time​
​	CMLink​	No​	N.A​	N.A​
​	Vivifi​	Yes​	Yes​	I am changing my device. How can I transfer my VIVIFI eSIM from the old device to the new device? Please note that the eSIM can only be active on one device at a time. You are allowed up to 3 free downloads regardless of the device. A SIM replacement fee of $5.50 (inclusive of GST) will apply if you require more than 3 downloads.​
​	Zero1​	No​	N.A​	N.A​
​	ZYM​	No​	N.A​	N.A​
​	Heya​	No​	N.A​	N.A​
Starhub​	N.A​	Yes​	Yes​	Is there any fee for eSIM? There is a one-time fee of $12.96. There is no limit to the number of times you can re-install your eSIM.​
​	Giga​	Yes​	Yes​	3.31 eSIM: 3.32.4 There is no limit to the number of eSIM profiles that can be generated for each giga subscriber line. An eSIM fee of $1.00 applies for each eSIM generation.​
​	MyRepublic (5G - SH)​	Yes​	Yes​	5. Installation of eSIM (via QR Code) and Applicable Charges 5.3 Each user is given 2 free downloads of the eSIM profile. Charges (as set out in Clause 7 below) will apply for each subsequent download after the 2 free downloads have been utilised.\ 5.4 There is a limit of 4 successful installations per eSIM. If a user has maxed out the number of installations allowed for an eSIM, an eSIM replacement will be required and the respective charges set out in Clause 7 shall apply. eSIM profile download charges will also apply where applicable (i.e. for the 3rd and each subsequent download of the eSIM profile for each mobile line). 5.5 For the avoidance of doubt, each installation of an eSIM profile counts as a new installation, and also counts towards the limit of 4 successful installations per eSIM.​ Service​ Fee​ Remarks​ eSIM Registration​ S$32.70​ This Charge may, at our discretion, be waived during promotions that we may run from time to time​ eSIM Profile Download​ Free for first 2 downloads on each mobile line; S$3.27 for each subsequent download​ -​ eSIM Replacement​ S$10.90​ -​
​	RedOne​	No​	N.A​	N.A​
M1​	N.A​	Yes​	Yes​	What are the charges for eSIM? M1 is currently offering a FREE 5G eSIM upgrade for customers who are on 4G SIM / 4G eSIM (SIM charge worth $38.15) until further notice. What happens if I want to change my eSIM profile to another device? You will be able to retain your 5G eSIM number however you will need to remove your eSIM profile from the current device and re-download into the new intended device (a fee of $5.45 applies for the re-download). This change can be done via My M1+ app. Simply retrieve the QR code via App Settings in the new device and re-download the eSIM profile. Be sure to do this while connected to Wi-Fi.​
​	MAXX​	No​	N.A​	N.A​
​	Circles.Life​	Yes​	Yes​	How do I transfer my eSIM to my new phone - Every eSIM can only be added to and removed from any device for a maximum of 10 times. - Any subsequent transfer will require a new eSIM to be sent to you, which is chargeable one-time in your next bill for $25.00.​
​	MyRepublic (4G - M1)​	Yes​	Yes​	Refer to MyRepublic 5G - SH​
​	Changi Mobile​	No​	N.A​	N.A​
​	Geenet​	No​	N.A​	N.A​
SIMBA​	N.A​	Yes​	Yes​	I am an existing SIMBA subscriber; how do I keep my number and swap/replacement SIM/eSIM?​ eSIM replacement (can be done at Service Centres Orchard Central, Kaki Bukit, Paya Lebar Quarter, Canberra Plaza, Clementi or Promenade only) Upon verification of ID and phone compatibility, you will be issued with an eSIM QR Code. A $5 fee apply per replacement.​

- As of 24 May 2024

Reposted as unable to update previous post:
https://forums.hardwarezone.com.sg/threads/esim-discussion.6342675/post-152450530

 

[froztheart]

i think he meant main telco eSIM Options. E.g. StarHub star plan: https://www.starhub.com/personal/support/article.html?id=zGulLN3Deq0AgRTqdn0gh8

And Singtel: https://www.singtel.com/personal/support/mobile-postpaid/esim

You can also have separate line for M1 (have eSIM) and M1 Maxx (no eSIM)

also missing Singtel Heya (no eSIM) and Changi Mobile

Updated with latest info, appreciate the highlight & sharing!
https://forums.hardwarezone.com.sg/threads/esim-discussion.6342675/post-152496720

 

[phayze]

Anyone know if singtel esim on iphone can be transfer using eSIM quick transfer on iphone to iphone for free?

 

[shawniiex]

Anyone know if singtel esim on iphone can be transfer using eSIM quick transfer on iphone to iphone for free?

No local Telco allow so far.

 

[Fellowes]

Anyone know if singtel esim on iphone can be transfer using eSIM quick transfer on iphone to iphone for free?

Sadly Singapore is all about money. No money no talk. But I hope they allow like what US carrier are doing, it’s already in our phone and it’s free.

 

[froztheart]

Sadly Singapore is all about money. No money no talk. But I hope they allow like what US carrier are doing, it’s already in our phone and it’s free.

Focal point is free thus, not gonna happen anytime soon unless regulated or forced.

 

[MoneyFace =p]

I'm using an S24 Ultra. My main SIM is Circles connected to 5G. My 2nd SIM is Giga currently at 4G.

If I get a physical 5G replacement SIM from Giga, will the phone be able to connect to both 5G networks at the same time?

S24 Ultra supports dual 5G SIM standby

 

[elvintay07]

I think when Apple release only eSIM iPhones (I think likely this year due to AI), everyone will follow. By then we will get free eSIM transfer because the company that offer free eSIM transfer will get all the business. Subsequent competitors have to do it else they can eat air and drink rainwater

 

[Fellowes]

I think when Apple release only eSIM iPhones (I think likely this year due to AI), everyone will follow. By then we will get free eSIM transfer because the company that offer free eSIM transfer will get all the business. Subsequent competitors have to do it else they can eat air and drink rainwater

Hope so! Don’t mind eSIM only iPhone.

Please make our eSIM experience with seamless free unlimited transfer, that the way to do, just like how physical SIM is. Maybe first time payment $10 then it’s all free, either do via android/iPhone built in eSIM transfer function that the best or via the telco app, second method must also be free!

 

[xonix]

Telcos : Now that all these iphones can only use esim, we can charge whatever they want and they will have to accept it ! "