Oppo partners Thales to launch first 5G SA-compatible eSIM

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Oppo partners Thales to launch first 5G SA-compatible eSIM



Chinese smartphone brand Oppo Thursday launched the first 5G standalone (SA)-compatible eSIM on its 5G smartphone, the Oppo Find X3 Pro, developed in collaboration with eSIM connectivity management company, Thales.

"The 5G Standalone (SA) eSIM-based Oppo Find X3 Pro will provide users with the advanced 5G experience offered by 5G SA networks, as well as providing both users and mobile operators with the benefits of eSIM technology," Oppo said in a statement.

The two companies jointly collaborated on eSIM server validation, device debugging, verification, function development, etc., the statement added.

Unlike traditional SIMs that need to be physically inserted into devices, an eSIM or embedded SIM comes integrated with the device.

In addition to smartphones and wearable devices, eSIMs are also increasingly finding their use in connected vehicles and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT).

Furthermore, as Oppo's key eSIM solutions partner, Thales eSIM solutions have also been included in the Oppo Watch, the smartphone brand's first watch with built-in cellular connectivity.

"Through our technical collaboration with Thales, we have made the Find X3 Pro one of the first devices in the world to be equipped with 5G SA-Compatible eSIM. As 5G SA networks are being deployed around the world, the addition of 5G SA-Compatible eSIM brings more possibilities for Find X3 Pro users worldwide," said Xia Yang, Senior Director of Carrier Product, Oppo.

"We are honored to continue our partnership with Oppo, for validating and commercializing the first 5G SA-Compatible eSIM on the Oppo Find X3 Pro," added Jérôme Bendell, Vice President of Thales North Asia and CEO of Thales in China.


Source: https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/oppo-partners-thales-to-launch-first-5g-sa-compatible-esim/83001077