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If you're looking to save some extra cash this month, you're in luck. Mobile network company Vodafone has teamed up with eSIM.net to bring you a phone plan that won't cost you a thing for the first month.
For those not familiar, eSIM.net is a UK-based provider offering digital SIM solutions for global connectivity. Their platform allows users to activate mobile service — including data, voice, and SMS — directly on their eSIM-enabled devices, eliminating the need for physical SIM cards.
You don't need to wait for e-SIM-only phones like the brand new iPhone Air to try this out - it'll work with any phone that supports eSIM technology. That includes other most recent smartphones from Apple, like the iPhone 17, Samsung's S25 lineup, Google's Pixel 10 series, and other major brands.
"Watch the plastic SIM card go the same way as the CD and DVD," says Gerry O'Prey, eSIM.net's CEO. "With AirFree, we're making it easy for anyone to try an eSIM - no shops, no paperwork, no plastic."
Here's what you'll get: 1GB of mobile data to browse and stream, as well as unlimited calls and text messages to UK numbers. And you won't have to compromise on network speeds either, the offer includes unfettered 5G speeds wherever Vodafone's network reaches. The plan is called called AirFree, and it runs for 30 days without any payment required upfront.
iPhone Air is the first e-SIM-only phone to be released globally, and is so thin it can't hold a physical SIM card
| APPLE PRESS OFFICEThis plan gives you all the premium features you'd expect from a paid plan. You can use Wi-Fi calling when your signal's patchy, and you can turn your phone into a mobile hotspot to share your data with other devices.
You can even bring your existing UK number over if you want to keep it. Everything's included in this free trial, with no hidden catches.
After your free month ends, you've got complete flexibility. You can stick with the service on a rolling monthly contract for £10, upgrade to a bigger data package, or simply cancel without any penalties.
If you're looking to take advantage of the offer, take note that it's only for UK residents.
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However, there may be an even better deal out there for you.
For instance, SMARTY is offering a whopping 80GB of data, unlimited calls, and texts. Not only that, but you'll also get 5G and 4G data, so you won't have to worry about a lag in network speeds.
You can also enjoy up to 12GB of Euro roaming data when you travel.
Get fast 5G data, unlimited calls, and texts with a mobile plan from SMARTY
Sign up for a contract with SMARTY and get a whopping 80GB of data, unlimited calls, and texts. Not only that, but you'll also get 5G and 4G data, so you won't have to worry about a lag in network speeds. You can also enjoy up to 12GB of Euro roaming data when you travel
SMARTY 80GB mobile plan
$10
If you only have 1GB of data per month, this means you can only browse online for about 10 hours, stream music for eight hours, and watch about one hour of standard-definition video.
Other activities, like video calling or social media use, can consume data much faster, with 1GB lasting around 3-4 hours for video calls or even less for data-heavy social media scrolling.
Before switching plans, you may want to take inventory of how much data you'll need every month.
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