eSIM or physical SIM for iPhone series 14, 15, 16 and 17: which products does CertiDeal sell?
To find out what an eSIM is, see our article: What is an eSIM?
You already use or wish to use eSIM technology:
Starting from the iPhone 14, all models sold on CertiDeal are compatible with eSIM technology.
To set up the eSIM on these iPhone models, see the following guide: How to configure the eSIM on my iPhone?
You prefer to use or keep a physical SIM for your iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro or 14 Pro Max:
If you wish, we can offer you a physical SIM instead of an eSIM. Place your order and you will then receive an email to make your choice.
You prefer to use or keep a physical SIM for an iPhone in the 15, 16 or 17 series:
For most of these models on sale starting from the iPhone 14, we can offer you a physical SIM instead of an eSIM, if you prefer. Place your order and you will then receive an email to make your choice.
However, some products are available exclusively with eSIM, with no option to switch to a physical SIM.
These are the following models:
- iPhone 15 256 GB
- iPhone 15 Pro 256 GB
- iPhone 16 128 GB, iPhone 16 256 GB
- iPhone 16 Pro 128 GB, iPhone 16 Pro 256 GB
- iPhone 16e
- iPhone 17 Air (sold by Apple exclusively with eSIM)
For all other models and capacities, you will be able to let us know your preference after placing your order.
Note: Apple's iPhone 17 Air is sold only with eSIM and most likely future iPhones will be too. This technology will become the standard in the years to come!