What Is eSIM and Does My Carrier Support It?

September 9, 2022

So the latest and greatest iPhones are on the way, and pre-orders open today. But if you weren’t paying attention, you may have missed out on a pretty big change for the phones many people prefer. The iPhone 14 won’t have a SIM tray at all. Instead, it solely relies on a newer SIM technology called eSIM.

But what even is an eSIM, and does your carrier support it? We’ll dig into it in the top story.

Other Highlights:

• In other Apple news, the new Apple Watch Ultra doesn’t quite live up to the name.
• Cianna spent some time with the new Lenovo Slim 9i laptop and came away very impressed.
• Jeep is promising three, yes three, new electric SUVs by 2024.
• … and more!

-Josh

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The Apple Watch Ultra isn’t something you wear on a jog around the neighborhood. It’s something you strap to your wrist before you take on nature itself. It’s a rugged piece of tech designed to help you survive in a primitive environment. Or that’s what Apple is suggesting anyway. Read More »

White lightbulbs are the standard in today’s home. But aren’t there times when you want to switch it up? Give your bedroom a cool, blue glow? Maybe a little red tint for a party? Now, with these color-changing LED lightbulbs from Kobra, you can give any room in your home the exact aura you want, with just a few remote clicks. These lightbulbs screw in just like regular ones and automatically sync to the included remote control. There are 16 colors and four lighting modes to choose from. They’re available as just a single bulb or packs of two, four, or eight multicolor lights.

Lenovo’s 2022 lineup of Slim laptops promise versatile, powerhouse performances and portability. Its flagship model, the certified carbon-neutral Lenovo Slim 9i (14″ Intel), boasts an impressive balance of productivity and speed, while its thin frame makes it the ultimate on-the-go laptop. Read More »

Every year, Apple makes some iterative design changes to the iPhone. And these changes are often so small that people try to reuse their old phone case. Well, if you buy the iPhone 14, you need to buy a new case—sorry! Read More »

It’s time to put another Arcade1Up cabinet on your Christmas list. This fall, Arcade1Up will launch a faithfully recreated Marvel vs. Capcom 2 cabinet with online multiplayer support and seven additional built-in games. Pre-orders open September 8th, though you can sign up for reminders on the Arcade1Up website. Read More »

If you’re accident-prone with your iPhone, Apple may have just made your life a bit less expensive. MacRumors reports that the company updated the AppleCare page on its website to state, “AppleCare+ now includes unlimited repairs for accidental damage protection.” Read More »

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If you didn’t know, today is Disney Plus Day, where fans can expect a slew of announcements, teaser trailers, and much more. And while there’s a lot happening today, fans will be happy to hear that for a limited time, you can get one month of Disney+ streaming for only $2. Read More »

Jeep, the popular SUV maker, just unveiled a trio of exciting electric SUVs that should all arrive by 2024. Jeep’s new EV lineup has something for everyone, too, from a rugged new Wrangler-inspired Jeep Recon to a luxurious Wagoneer S EV. Read More »

The standard method to mount video doorbells and other outdoor smart gear on your home is drilling and anchoring. If you don’t want to drill holes in your house, here’s how to avoid it. Read More »

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The Apple Watch Ultra stole the show at Apple’s September 2022 iPhone event, introducing a new tier of wearable for adventurers, divers, and extreme sports fans. Even if you don’t need it, there are some compelling reasons you might still want an Apple Watch Ultra. Read More »