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Apple’s launch of the eSIM-only iPhone Air signals a major shift in mobile technology, potentially marking the beginning of the end for physical SIM cards, according to industry analysts. While the new iPhone Air ditches the SIM tray entirely, other models still retain physical SIMs in most regions — but experts agree: the trend toward eSIM is accelerating globally.