Apple and the original SIM

Today’s arrival of the next generation of iPhones might not be so welcome for mobile operators. That’s because there’s a possibility that Apple could introduce so-called electronic sims, or eSIMs

Latest Apple launch may not be so welcome for operators. Pic: Getty

Each new iPhone is usually good news for mobile network operators. The latest Apple device always comes with upgrades that make it easier to play games, watch films and download reams of data. More data means bigger phone bills.

There’s a chance, though, that today’s arrival of the next generation of iPhones might not be so welcome. That’s because there’s a possibility that Apple could introduce so-called electronic sims, or eSIMs. Even if ...