Jio is one of the country's major telecom carriers, noted for its aggressive plans and incentives. Its first-ever JioPhone Next, a low-cost smartphone for everyone. But we're not going to get into it right now. Reliance Jio has now allowed an eSIM function that will help customers to utilize two SIM cards on a smartphone that doesn't have dual SIM capability. Know more about it here.
List of smartphones supporting eSIM feature:
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip Samsung Galaxy Fold Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 Samsung Galaxy S21 5G Samsung Galaxy S21+ 5G Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G Samsung Galaxy S20 Samsung Galaxy S20+ Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra
Steps to follow for activation of Jio eSIM on Samsung phones:
*To begin, copy the IMEI and EID numbers from the About Phone section of the settings app. *Send an SMS to 199 with the words GETESIM numbers in it. *A 19-digit eSIM number and eSIM profile setup data, as well as a 32-digit activation code, will be sent to you. *Send SIMCHG followed by a 19-digit eSIM number to 199 after getting this message. *Once you've received the update notification, send a text message to 183 with your confirmation. *You'll get a call from an automated system asking you to validate your 19-digit eSIM number. *The eSIM profile must now be configured. *Select SIM card management from the Connections menu in the Settings app. *Select Scan carrier QR code from the Add Mobile plan menu. *Instead, choose "Enter code" and enter the 32-digit activation code. *Wait till the process is complete and your Jio eSIM is activated before tapping Connect.
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