Apple's iPhone eSIM could be a big deal, but it's unlikely to risk its relationship with carriers
https://www.cnbc.com/2018/09/13/apples-iphone-esim-could-be-a-big-but-it-wont-risk-carrier-relationship.html
Apple has introduced a technology called eSIM into its latest iPhones that could open new revenue streams for the tech giant, analysts have told CNBC — but it will have to balance its relationship with major carriers around the world.
The iPhone XR, XS and XS Max will all have dual-SIM capabilities. This means that a user will be able to have two separate phone lines. One will be via a traditional physical SIM card and the other will be an eSIM or embedded SIM.