08.31.2025
Apple is preparing to roll out at least one SIM-free iPhone 17 model to more countries, with retail staff in the EU now being trained on how eSIM works.The eSIM

The eSIM is gradually replacing physical SIM card trays
Following the introduction of eSIM support in the iPhone, and the eventual release of an eSIM-only iPhone 14 in the United States, Apple has been preparing to eliminate SIM card usage in other countries. For the iPhone 17 launch, it seems Apple will be doing just that.
According to a source of MacRumors on Sunday, Apple is requiring employees at Apple Authorized Resellers in the European Union to complete a training course by September 5. That training course, which appears in the SEED app, is accessible to both Apple Store employees and resellers.
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