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Using an eSIM alongside a Smarty SIM
The eSIM plans I've used in my iPhone 13, alongside my SMARTY SIM card, never disconnected or disabled my SMARTY SIM, DavidCr_1194286.
I used these data-only eSIM plans while travelling in Australia and the USA. As per recommendation by MSF, I turned OFF mobile data for my SMARTY SIM while roaming.
DavidCr_1194286 I have recent experience of using an Airalo Esim in S. America. Once installed, you then alter your iPhone settings to switch off the Smarty sim selectively and make the Esim priority - certainly for data.
It works out perhaps easier than you imagine and I was certainly pleased with the whole process.
One hint - look at global, regional and country sims on Airalo to check which is cheaper for the data you need.
Many thanks - most helpful.
