Виды сим-карт для смартфона

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Удаление SIM-карты: iPhone против Android

Лучшие мобильные телефоны с двумя SIM-картами

Но что, если вы могли бы использовать два разных номера на одном устройстве? Вот что возможно с двойным телефоном SIM. Как следует из названия, в SIM-лотке предусмотрено место для двух карт, что означает, что вы можете легко переключаться между ними всего пару нажатий.

Существует несколько других сценариев, где это может быть полезно. Если вы нашли дешевый план только для данных на одной SIM-карте, но все еще хотите использовать свой обычный номер для звонков и сообщений, вы все равно можете это сделать. Также, если вы путешествуете за границу, имеет смысл получить местную SIM-карту во многих странах.

В наши дни некоторые сочетают одну физическую SIM-карту с одним eSIM для своей двойной функциональности SIM. Но для упрощения мы здесь включаем только те, которые поддерживают две физические SIM-карты.

В результате здесь не учитываются многие из лучших бюджетных, среднебюджетных и флагманских смартфонов. Тем не менее, мы все еще можем очень советовать те, которые перечислены в списке ниже. А внизу страницы вы также найдете подробные рекомендации по покупке.

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra – Лучший мобильный телефон с двумя SIM-картами в целом

Galaxy S23 Ultra является нашим третьим по популярности телефоном в настоящее время – но поскольку Google Pixel 8 Pro и iPhone 15 Pro не поддерживают две физические SIM-карты, флагман Samsung врывается в лидеры этого рейтинга. И, вероятно, это заслуживает: он более мощный, вероятно, имеет лучшие камеры и включает поддержку стилуса.

Камера одна из лучших среди всех телефонов, с главным объективом 200 Мп, поддерживаемым ультрашироким и двумя телеобъективами с разными уровнями увеличения. Жаль, что 12 Мп фронтальная камера подводит телефон, но в остальном фотографии здесь отличные.

Расширенный 6,8-дюймовый адаптивный AMOLED-дисплей LTPO обеспечивает как высокое разрешение WQHD+, так и адаптивную частоту обновления до 120 Гц и с поддержкой стилуса S-Pen уверенно занимает нишу продуктивности бывших телефонов Note.

Если вам нравятся крупные телефоны, и вы можете позволить себе цену, предлагаемую Samsung, это, вероятно, лучший вариант – но он не подойдет всем. Однако теперь вы, возможно, предпочтете получить обновленный Galaxy S24 Ultra.

Прочитайте наш обзор Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra целиком

OnePlus 11 – Отличный флагман с двумя SIM-картами

Если вам нужен смартфон на Android с лучшими характеристиками в 2023 году, который спроектирован для быстрой работы и будет получать программную поддержку до 2028 года, OnePlus 11 – отличный выбор. Это также один из самых дешевых премиальных телефонов, предлагающих двойную SIM-карту.

Отсутствие беспроводной зарядки не должно быть решающим фактором для большинства людей. В конце концов, у этого телефона отличный экран, лучшие камеры, хорошее время работы от батареи и действительно быстрая зарядка, а также феноменальная производительность благодаря Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. Больше всего нас раздражает отсутствие полной водонепроницаемости.

Обзор лучших смартфонов с двумя SIM-картами

OnePlus не может останавливаться на достигнутом, ему также нужно развиваться – к счастью для нас, OnePlus 11 является отличным эволюционным шагом и одним из лучших телефонов, которые можно купить по цене, которая ниже, чем у многих конкурирующих продуктов.

Однако OnePlus 12 уже на подходе.

Прочитайте наш полный обзор OnePlus 11.

Samsung Galaxy A14 – Лучший бюджетный телефон с двумя SIM-картами

Не каждый бюджетный телефон поддерживает две SIM-карты, и еще меньше из них поддерживают две физические SIM-карты и отличное время работы батареи. Именно здесь блеснет Galaxy A14.

За очень доступные $150/£179 вы получаете знакомый опыт от Samsung – качественное исполнение, интуитивно понятный софт, приемлемую производительность и хорошие камеры. Это хороший телефон за недорогую цену, и, в дополнение ко всему этому, вы можете использовать две физические SIM-карты.

Экран может оставить желать лучшего с частотой обновления 60 Гц, но в целом, это лучший телефон с двумя SIM-картами по бюджетной цене.

Galaxy A14 5G также поддерживает две SIM-карты, но это не стоит того, чтобы большинству людей тратить лишние деньги.

Прочитайте наш полный обзор Samsung Galaxy A14.

Samsung Galaxy S23+ – Отличный телефон с двумя SIM-картами

Galaxy S23+ не является лучшим телефоном на рынке в каком-то одном аспекте. Но он отличный во всем, с немногими недостатками, если вы готовы адаптироваться к довольно высокой цене.

Изысканный, простой дизайн совмещен с производительностью топового Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, длительным временем работы батареи и универсальным тремя фотокамерами. Добавьте к этому обещание Samsung о пяти годах поддержки программного обеспечения, и он начинает выглядеть как невероятно практичный выбор.

Помимо цены, основным недостатком является зарядка от провода на 45 Вт, которая нормальна, но медленнее, чем у других вариантов в этом диапазоне цен. Более маленький Galaxy S23 немного дешевле, но сложнее рекомендовать из-за еще медленнее зарядки и более коротким временем работы батареи, хотя вы можете найти эти компромиссы подходящими для более маленького размера.

Тем не менее, сейчас вам может понравиться приобрести более новую модель Galaxy S24+.

Прочитайте наш полный обзор Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus.

Xiaomi 13 Pro – Лучшая основная камера с двумя SIM-картами

Xiaomi 13 Pro – флагманское устройство, но больше всего выделяется его основная задняя камера с огромным 1-дюймовым датчиком, который захватывает больше света для потрясающих результатов.

Этот основной снимок может быть ключевым моментом, но все объективы Leica впечатляют, хотя ценой за это является огромный выступ задней камеры. Обычный Xiaomi 13 немного компактнее, но не такой мощный, как камера.

Опыт работы с программным обеспечением также может быть раздражающим – мы не обожаем MIUI от Xiaomi – но производительность от Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 абсолютно фантастична, благодаря улучшенной энергоэффективности и большему аккумулятору, обеспечивающим значительное улучшение времени работы батареи.

Read our full Xiaomi 13 Pro review

OnePlus Nord 3 – Best mid-range dual-SIM

OnePlus Nord 3 again demonstrates that the company is brilliant at taking exactly what’s needed in a phone, packaging it into a nice, well-built exterior, and topping it with a competent Android skin. What’s not to love?

You also get a great main camera, good performance and a dual-SIM slot. For its affordable asking price, it’s very good value for money.

The Nord 3 misses out on flagship niceties such as wireless charging and waterproofing, and its other cameras are nothing to write home about. But these are really the only compromises you have to make.

Read our full OnePlus Nord 3 review

Asus Zenfone 10 – Best compact dual-SIM

The Zenfone 10 is a full-force flagship in a small size, and with remarkably few compromises for it.

The 5.9in display is one of the smallest on the market, especially on the Android side, though the phone is about the same size as an iPhone 14 or Galaxy S23 overall.

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and up to 16GB of RAM mark this as a serious performance phone, and it also packs excellent battery life, which puts other compact smartphones to shame.

The gimbal-stabilised main camera impresses, especially at night, though you can definitely find better cameras elsewhere for the same price, including some with a telephoto lens. It’s also a shame that Asus is only promising two major Android updates, though it will at least receive security support until 2027.

Read our full Asus Zenfone 10 review

Oppo Find N2 Flip – Best dual-SIM flip phone

The Oppo Find N2 Flip isn’t quite the best flip phone around. But neither of the other two devices we consider to be better for most people – the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra (Razr+ 2023) and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 – support two physical SIM cards.

However, the Find N2 Flip is still a very good foldable. It’s a match for Motorola and Samsung on almost every spec, and has them beat on camera performance and charging speeds. Throw in a sturdy, gapless hinge and capable cover display, and you might wonder if it isn’t the best flip phone out there after all.

Really, the only downsides are the lack of water-resistance or wireless charging, plus some spotty Bluetooth performance. Small faults, and enough to make the Find N2 Flip easy to recommend, and an excellent two-SIM option.

If you can find one, the newer Find N3 Flip is also worth considering.

Read our full Oppo Find N2 Flip review

OnePlus Open – Best dual-SIM book-style foldable

Unlike with Oppo, the OnePlus Open is the best book-style foldable you can buy – dual SIM or not. But supporting dual physical SIMs is certainly an extra string to its bow.

And there’s plenty to like about OnePlus’ first ever foldable elsewhere. The 6.31-inch cover display is the closest we’ve seen to a regular smartphone, while the crease on 7.82-inch internal screen is barely noticeable. Both are excellent 120Hz OLED panels.

Unlike some foldables, there aren’t any compromises to the very good rear cameras, though they aren’t quite the absolute best on any smartphone. Performance from the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset is solid, and OnePlus has added some genuinely useful multitasking features to its regular OxygenOS Android skin.

Battery life is the big compromise, though 67W charging does partly make up for it. But the key reason it’s not higher up this list is price – it’s still too expensive for most people to justify buying.

Read our full OnePlus Open review

Nothing Phone (2) – Great mid-range dual-SIM

Can you make a phone that has a reasonable price, great performance, eye-catching design and a non-bloated, fast Android skin? The Nothing Phone (2) says you can.

The 2023 smartphone from Nothing stands out because it offers the most important bits of a flagship – great performance, good battery life and solid build quality – and puts its spin on it with the quirky design and the Glyph interface of LEDs on the back panel.

It has to be said that there are trade-offs, such as weak cameras and a dim screen. But as a whole package, it’s still a great deal, especially if you’re tired of boring black or grey slabs like most of the competition offers.

Read our full Nothing Phone (2) review

Buying guide for dual-SIM phones

Something we’ve noticed when shopping for dual-SIM phones is that the manufacturer very rarely provides any information about the functionality other than it exists. It doesn’t tell you how the dual-SIM functionality works in practice, nor whether both SIMs support 4G/5G, or even what size SIM cards they accept.

You can never assume; you’ll need to contact the manufacturer or check spec tables, reviews, or forums to find out this information.

In all the dual-SIM phones we’ve tested, both SIMs are on standby at all times (known as dual-standby phones), but you can actively use only one SIM at a time. This means that either SIM can accept a phone call or text at any time, without you having to actively swap between them or reboot the phone.

However, if you get a call on one number while a call is active on the other, it won’t start ringing in your ear or give you the option to put the first caller on hold – the call will simply not be successful.

What is the difference between Dual-Standby and Dual-Active?

Dual-active SIM phones use two modems and allow you to receive calls on both numbers at once.

If it’s you who wants to make a call or send a text, Android has a standard SIM Management menu that lets you specify which SIM should be used for voice calls, video calls, messages and mobile data. You can either specify a particular SIM for each of these tasks, or leave the setting as ‘Always Ask’.

The data connection is where there seems to be a lot of confusion when it comes to dual-SIM phones. Whereas both SIM slots on some dual-SIM phones are capable of supporting 4G or 5G connections, you can use data connectivity on only one SIM at a time.

Unlike with calls and texts, typically speaking the data connection can’t be on standby for both SIMs; you must specify which SIM you want to use rather than select one when prompted – though some phones will let you set them to switch to the other SIM when the first can’t make a connection.

By default, when you are using the data connection on one SIM and a phone call comes in to the other, it will pause the data connection on the first.

Can you use dual-SIM with a microSD card?

If you want to take advantage of both SIM card slots and expandable storage, your options will be a little limited.

While most phones with expandable microSD storage also offer dual-SIM, typically the SD card has to use that second SIM slot, forcing you to choose between storage and the SIM.

If this is a priority for you, make sure to check reviews and specs carefully for phones that support two SIMs and a microSD card simultaneously – there are some out there – or look out for a combo of microSD and eSIM support.

Are there any dual-SIM iPhones?

Yes and no. iPhones only ship with two physical SIM trays in mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau, and even then it’s only some models.

So, if you don’t live there, then you can’t use two physical SIM cards in an iPhone. That’s why we haven’t included any iPhones in our list above.

However, every iPhone that supports eSIM – those from the XS and XR onwards – allows you to use a single physical SIM card along with an eSIM, and those from the iPhone 13 onwards even allow you to set up dual-SIM with two eSIMs.

Are there any dual-SIM Google Pixel phones?

It’s a similar story for Google as for Apple. Phones from the 3a onwards allow you to use a single physical SIM along with a second eSIM, while the latest models – from the 7 onwards – include support for dual eSIM.

However, none of the Pixel phones all you to install two physical SIM cards simultaneously.

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Why Dual SIM Phones are a Game Changer

A smaller size is necessary for compatibility with new models of mobile devices that are becoming thinner and chunkier. SIM cards shrank to enable smartphone manufacturers to create more ergonomic designs and increase competitiveness in the market.

How do I know which type of SIM card I need for my smartphone?

A dual SIM phone can function with either one SIM card or two. The phone will be fully functional just like a typical phone that uses one SIM card. If you’re phone supports eSIM, you need to download and install just one eSIM rather than two.

International Travel

Finally, activating a second number on a dual sim smartphone can be beneficial when traveling internationally. You can keep your primary number active while also activating a local number for calls and texts. This helps avoid expensive international roaming charges, ensuring you can stay connected with friends and family back home.

What is a dual SIM phone?

A mobile phone that can simultaneously hold and use two different SIM cards from different network carriers or providers is known as a dual SIM phone. The phone can be connected to two different mobile networks, receive calls/messages on both numbers and switch between them as necessary. People who frequently travel, have multiple phones, or want to take advantage of various mobile network deals should consider a dual SIM device.

Different SIM cards types for your phone

Each type differs in size, with newer phone models often using the more compact nano-SIM. There are also modern innovative technologies — eSIM and iSIM.

Standard

The standard format, aka 1FF, appeared in 1991. The chip could be compared in size to a bank plastic card. Its parameters:

At the time it was introduced, this type of SIM card was considered progressive, because it could be moved from phone to phone without going to the operator’s office. The standard format lasted until 1996. This was the time when cellular communication became more affordable, and all related equipment was progressing towards reducing sizes — the size of the standard 1FF became over-dimensioned.

Mini-SIM

mini-SIM is a type of SIM card that was introduced in 1996. Until the introduction of more compact formats, it was considered standard for most phones.

The characteristics of the mini-SIM are

Now such a SIM card is already obsolete and is not used in modern smartphones. But some phones released before 2012 support the old format, these are:

Read also: What is eSIM: what is it for and how to use it

Micro-SIM

micro-SIM is a SIM card type developed by ETSI (European Telecommunications Standards Institute). It was first introduced in 2003. Micro-SIM is made to reduce the size of the traditional SIM card, to free up extra space in smartphones and other mobile devices.

Characteristics of micro-SIM

Today micro-SIM is almost completely out of use, but some older and budget models continue to support this format, such as:

Nano-SIM

nano-SIM is the smallest type of SIM card in smartphones and other devices for connecting to mobile networks. It was introduced in 2012 and was the successor to the micro-SIM. The new SIM was developed by Apple and nano-SIM appeared in their device iPhone 5 for the first time in 2012.

The format differs from its predecessors by its smaller size, which makes it possible for smartphone manufacturers to produce thinner and more compact chips. In terms of functionality, nano-SIM is the same as large SIM card formats.

Characteristics of nano-SIM

Almost all smartphones released after 2012 use nano-SIM as the standard format. Some of the most popular models with this kind of SIM card are:

Read also: SIM vs eSIM: what are the differences and which is better?

ESim

Here is the information about what SIM card type comes in the most modern smartphones. The eSIM embedded virtual card is the technology that has been available for use in smartphones and other devices since 2013. Features and benefits of eSIM technology:

To use the convenient eSIM technology, install Yesim mobile application, choose a suitable tariff and connect to the mobile Internet without the need to buy SIM cards of local operators in most countries of the world. To see the full list of devices that support eSIM virtual cards, please visit this page.

ISIM

iSIM is a microchip integrated into a smartphone, the next step in the evolution of SIM cards. Today it is considered the most efficient, flexible and modern network equipment that can work in portable gadgets.

This type of SIM card is embedded in a tamper-resistant element (TRE) in the system-on-chip (SoC) of the device. Activation is wireless through an industry-wide secure protocol.

The iSIM is tiny in size — less than one square millimeter. The new card occupies much less space in the device than a SIM card or eSIM, this is an opportunity for the device manufacturer to use the freed space more functionally.

The iSIM is suitable for use in smart watches as well as battery-powered IoT devices. In the second case, it removes the restriction to work only via Wi-Fi.

In addition, iSIM basically removes the size and shape restrictions of most portable electronic devices. This is especially advantageous for 5G mobile internet where low-power global networks are involved.

Advantages of iSIM

Rumor has it that the number of iSIM-enabled devices will increase to 500 million by 2025, and while the main gadget for this card type will be a smartphone, iSIMs will also be heavily used in laptops, tablets, augmented reality devices and a wider range of gadgets for the Internet of Things.