Published on November 23, 20253 min read

iPhone 17 Goes eSIM-Only — And Gains Extra Battery Life: What It Means for Travelers Using Figabytes

iPhone 17 Goes eSIM-Only — And Gains Extra Battery Life: What It Means for Travelers Using Figabytes

Apple continues its push toward a fully digital mobile experience, and the upcoming iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro models take it one step further: these devices are reportedly eSIM-only worldwide.
No physical SIM tray.
No swapping cards.
No dual-SIM slots.

But the biggest surprise?
According to early reports, removing the SIM tray gives Apple enough internal space to increase battery capacity — making the iPhone 17 lineup even more travel-friendly.

Here’s what this means for everyday users and especially for travelers relying on Figabytes eSIMs.


🔋 More Battery Capacity Thanks to eSIM-Only Design

Removing the physical SIM tray frees up valuable space inside the device. Apple is reportedly using this new internal room to:

  • Enlarge the battery

  • Improve thermal efficiency

  • Reduce power drain during intensive apps

  • Support longer 5G and satellite sessions

For travelers, this is a win.
Using mobile data abroad typically drains battery faster, and devices on roaming networks work harder to maintain signal.

Extra battery capacity directly translates to more hours of reliable data while abroad.


📶 eSIM-Only Means Digital-First Connectivity

The iPhone 17 lineup continues Apple’s global push to eliminate plastic SIM cards entirely. That means:

✔ You can only use eSIM plans

✔ No physical SIM slot

✔ No SIM-card swap at airports

✔ Everything is digital

This shift makes travel much easier — if you already use eSIM platforms like Figabytes.

Instead of searching for kiosks or dealing with physical cards, you can buy, install, and activate your eSIM in seconds at:

👉 https://figabytes.com


🌍 Why This Matters for Travelers

1. Zero SIM swapping

With eSIM-only design, you no longer need:

  • A physical SIM card

  • A pin to open the tray

  • A store to buy local cards

Just install a Figabytes eSIM before your flight.


2. Multiple eSIMs, No Limit on Travel Plans

The iPhone 17 is expected to support:

  • Dozens of eSIMs stored digitally

  • Fast switching between operators

  • Multiple data profiles

Perfect for multi-country trips.


3. Improving global eSIM adoption

When Apple pushes a standard, the world follows.
iPhone 17’s eSIM-only design will accelerate countries, airports, and carriers to adopt eSIM support at full scale.

This means:

  • Better coverage

  • More data options

  • Faster connection speeds

  • More competitive pricing

Travelers win.


🚀 How Figabytes Benefits iPhone 17 Users

Figabytes is designed to work seamlessly with eSIM-only iPhones:

✔ Instant setup with QR or Direct Install

✔ Plans for 190+ countries

✔ Regional bundles for Europe, Middle East, Asia, Americas

✔ Affordable data — no roaming charges

✔ Unlimited and high-GB plans

And with the iPhone 17’s improved battery, you’ll be able to stay connected longer.

Explore plans here:
👉 https://figabytes.com


🔮 The Future of Travel Is Fully Digital

The removal of physical SIM trays confirms where the industry is headed:

  • Devices will become slimmer and more efficient

  • Batteries will get bigger

  • eSIMs will become the global standard

Travelers who already use eSIMs are ahead of everyone else.

If you're planning your next trip, now is the perfect time to switch to an eSIM-ready solution like Figabytes — especially with the iPhone 17 generation rolling out.

Install your eSIM with confidence

Follow this guided checklist from device prep to activation. Figabytes eSIMs stay ready in your account, so you can install today and switch them on the moment you land.

Most unlocked phones from 2018 onward support eSIM. Run these pre-checks now so activation is stress-free when you land.

  • Make sure your device is unlocked and supports eSIM (iPhone XR/XS or newer, Samsung Galaxy S20 or newer, Google Pixel 4 or newer, and most recent flagships).
  • Stay connected to Wi-Fi during installation so the eSIM profile downloads instantly.

iPhone & iPad

Settings → General → About. Under "Digital SIM," confirm an EID is listed.

Android

Settings → Network & Internet → SIMs (or Connections). Look for "Add eSIM" or "Download a SIM instead."

Unsure about compatibility? Ask our team before you buy.