Uber is planning to add eSIM purchases within its app for Android users, as revealed by the code of the Uber app version 4.502.1. The new feature will allow users to purchase and activate eSIM plans directly within the app, eliminating the need for separate transactions. Android Authority reports that the feature will also come with an exciting offer of free mobile data, making it a strategic move to simplify the process of purchasing and activating eSIMs.
The potential offering of free data will be especially helpful for travelers who use the Uber app, as they will receive 100MB of complimentary data upon reaching their destination. This will provide a practical solution for travelers who forget to secure a physical SIM card before their journeys.
The development of this feature aligns with Uber’s strategy to enhance its user experience beyond ride-sharing services. The code indicates that the eSIMs may support data benefits, but it remains unclear whether they will also support voice calls. The APK teardown also predicts that the feature will be included in the upcoming version 4.502.1 of the Uber app for Android.
While the feature has not been officially rolled out yet, it is part of Uber’s broader strategy to stay at the forefront of technological advancements in the travel and connectivity space. Uber’s recent adoption of Valid’s mioSIM eSIM technology in June, in conjunction with ConnectedYou’s connectivity orchestration platform, is a significant step in their quest to deploy the UberSIM technology solution. The integration of Valid’s eSIM technology will enable Uber to manage global device connectivity and operations across the 70+ countries where it operates.
Uber’s partnership with Valid highlights the company’s focus on a customer-centric strategy in implementing eSIM technology. Stay posted for more updates on this innovative feature.
