Introduction

If you’re upgrading phones in the Philippines, chances are that you’ve heard about prepaid digital SIMs and how they’re compatible with your shiny brand-new device. Digital SIMs, embedded SIMs, or eSIMs, are similar to SIM cards in function, in that they give you access to network services. However, eSIMs feature slightly different capabilities that benefit you well if you’re constantly on the go. Read on further to find out why that’s the case, plus discover why DITO Telecommunity’s prepaid eSIM might be the perfect option for you!

How To Know if Your Phone Is Compatible With a Prepaid Digital SIM 

Before you get an eSIM, it’s important to confirm whether your phone is compatible with it. A quick criterion is that most flagship phones released since 2018 support digital SIMs. If you’re still uncertain, you can check online lists of eSIM-ready phones. To give you an overview, here are some phone models that use eSIMs:

• Apple: iPhone XS, iPhone XR, iPhone 11 series or later, iPad Pro (3rd Gen and up), iPad Mini (5th Gen and up), iPad Air (3rd Gen and up)
• Google: Pixel 3 or later
• Honor: Magic 4 Pro or later, Honor 90 series
• Huawei: P40, P40 Pro, Mate 40 Pro
• Motorola: Razr 2019 or later, Edge series, Moto G Stylus 5G 2024
• Nokia: XR21, X30, G60 5G
• Oppo: Find series, Reno 5A, Reno 9A
• Samsung: S20 series or later, Z series, Note 20, Note 20 Ultra 5G
• Sharp: Aquos Sense 6s or later, Aquos R7, R8, R8 Pro
• Sony: Xperia 10 III Lite or later
• Xiaomi: 12T Pro or later, Blackshark 3, Note 13 Pro+

Note, though, that the number of eSIMs you can activate and use simultaneously depends on the phone manufacturer. Some phones (at least, newly released Apple phones in the US) are eSIM-only models.

You can also check your phone settings. If there’s an eSIM-related configuration there, then that’s confirmation enough that your phone can use a digital SIM.

How To Use Your Physical and Digital SIM at the Same Time 

Using a physical and a digital SIM at the same time does not necessarily mean connecting to data from both services simultaneously. What “at the same time” actually means is getting easy access to both SIM cards, depending on your needs.

To make the switch from physical SIM to eSIM smooth, you will need to activate the eSIM and choose when to use it. To aid your selection, be sure to label the eSIM for its intended purpose, then turn that line on. 

You can then configure when to use your eSIM. For instance, if you want it to be your primary network for mobile data surfing, go to your settings and set it as your preferred SIM. You can then use your physical SIM for calls and texts.

You can get the most out of each of your SIMs by customizing which line to prioritize for which function. For instance, if you want to maximize your data budget and your prepaid eSIM allows you to access best-value promos, set the eSIM as the priority line for mobile data. 

Why a Prepaid Digital SIM Is Perfect for On-the-Go Users 

Using a prepaid digital SIM benefits many on-the-go users not only in the Philippines but also abroad. If you’re a student, an OFW, or a traveler, an eSIM can help you in many ways:

Affordable Data Promos for Students

When you’re paying tuition fees and spending on your academic projects, of course, you would want to minimize your expenses on other things, like your data plan. Going prepaid, whether it’s via a traditional SIM or an eSIM, lets you control your mobile load expenses. You can choose between promos and subscribe to plans that perfectly match your needs at a specific time. You also don’t need to pay a fixed fee every billing cycle! 

If you’re a student studying abroad, a prepaid digital SIM allows you to subscribe to a local network and skip data roaming altogether, which can save you money while you keep in touch with your family and friends back home. 

Constant Connectivity for Field Workers

Overseas Filipino Workers have sacrificed so much to raise their families, giving up time and proximity to earn more abroad. But connectivity shouldn’t be a problem if you’re an OFW and you’re using an eSIM. With a digital SIM, you can save on international roaming charges, allowing you to keep in touch with your loved ones back home for longer without incurring high bills. Switching to an eSIM also lets you subscribe to multiple networks, which is essential if you want to separate work contacts from personal ones.

Convenient Data Access for Travelers

You would want to save on costs when traveling outside the country, and using an eSIM is one way to do so. You can easily set your mobile data to use local networks, so you can load up on affordable plans available in the region. Data roaming can be expensive, and may not be as practical as you can’t monitor your data consumption, so choosing a prepaid digital SIM does many wonders for your savings while on the move! What you saved on mobile data, you can instead use to buy souvenirs or pay for cultural experiences in the country you’re visiting!

Enjoy a Range of Sulit Prepaid eSIM Plans With the DITO eSIM

Want to enjoy affordable prepaid eSIM plans? You should check out DITO Telecommunity’s offerings! The promos available to you are priced as low as ₱10, and you can choose from data-capped, unlimited, and combo plans. Our prepaid offerings meet your needs, no matter your budget!

Check out our full selection of mobile prepaid promos today!

Conclusion

Using a prepaid digital SIM in the Philippines is practical because it lets you easily switch between networks and saves you the hassle of inserting physical SIMs into the tray. These benefits aren’t just for regular users; more importantly, they're for subscribers on the move. If you’re a student, worker, or traveler flying from and to the Philippines, using an eSIM is a practical way to save on mobile data costs while staying in touch with the people who matter to you.

Ready to maximize the benefits an eSIM offers? Get yours now from DITO!