Mars eSIM IoT Global High-Speed Connectivity & IoT Launch Event was held today, August 21, at Grand Hilai Kaohsiung. Mars e-Bank.com Inc., in collaboration with STMicroelectronics, proudly announces the launch of the Taiwan-made “Mars eSIM Physical Card,” hailed as a lifesaver for Android smartphones. With this breakthrough, Android devices can now enjoy the convenience of eSIM technology and high-speed global connectivity.
Android smartphones account for approximately 72% of the global market share. For travelers departing from Taiwan, setting up international roaming has traditionally required going through telecom providers, incurring high roaming charges, while being locked to a single carrier with no control over network quality. With Mars eSIM Physical Card, users of dual-SIM Android phones no longer need to change their original carrier number. They can now enjoy the same global high-speed connectivity as iPhone users. In support of international ESG energy-saving and carbon-reduction initiatives, Mars has designed a true eSIM network card. Unlike typical roaming SIM cards, the “Mars eSIM Card” does not require removal or disposal.
Mars eSIM Physical Card comes with a massive 1.5 MB memory capacity, capable of supporting more than seven telecom providers at once. By simply downloading the Mars eSIM app, users can reactivate and continue using the service. Customers only need to purchase a Mars eSIM QR plan online to select their destination country, reducing paper waste and supporting eco-friendly policies with a card that never needs to be discarded. Mars’ global connectivity services now cover 226 countries, and consumers can easily purchase worldwide travel QR plans directly from the official Mars eSIM website.
Dubbed “The Most Convenient Component,” Mars eSIM IoT is developed in partnership with STMicroelectronics and leverages the embedded ST33 chip, which holds a global market share of around 75%. This CC EAL 6+ chip is military-grade, designed for future 6G deployment, and capable of receiving low-orbit satellite signals. It is currently the highest-level security chip available for civilian use. Since the iPhone X, Apple devices have incorporated such embedded chips. According to ChatGPT, more than 300 million units have been in use for over five years, meeting the highest standards of cybersecurity, with no reported breaches to date.
The manufacturing advantages of Mars eSIM IoT include: reducing device size, significantly cutting labor costs, eliminating the need to pre-arrange numbers with carriers, and waiving fixed basic fees. Mars provides eSIM chip modules that enable a low-cost global activation model with a fixed 10-year usage rate, requiring no number binding. The system supports seamless global switching without interruptions. Consumers can directly download the Mars eSIM IoT QR plans, with customized integration for 4G/5G, LPA, and IPAd, offering a one-stop solution for both hardware and software services.
Mars eSIM IoT can be applied to smartphones, tablets, AI industrial computers, AI production equipment, smart home appliances, automobiles, smart meters, water meters, smart lighting, EV charging stations, unmanned vehicles, robots, YouBike, and more-paving the way for new business models. From a manufacturing standpoint, companies no longer need to worry about selecting secure eSIM chips or modules, nor prepay for reserved numbers. Mars chip modules are globally compatible, allowing activation only upon use, while inventory requires no upfront payments. Mars’ design and services provide affordability, convenience, and eco-friendliness for consumers, while enhancing security, improving quality, reducing labor costs, boosting production efficiency, and strengthening international competitiveness for manufacturers.
In 2025, the Mars eSIM chip module has been hailed as “The Most Convenient Component.” Future robots will no longer be confined to Wi-Fi coverage for regional activities-they will be able to travel abroad, crossing borders and even venturing into space. Its convenience is beyond words.
Mars eSIM Official Website: http://www.marsesim.com
Kaohsiung Computer Association
No. 196, Chongxin Rd., Zuoying Dist., Kaohsiung City 813011, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
The Kaohsiung Computer Association (hereinafter referred to as “the Association”) was established on April 27, 1984, comprising computer companies located in the Kaohsiung area. Its mission is to promote computer applications, boost economic development, foster unity within the industry, and enhance shared interests. In July 1984, the Association held the first Kaohsiung Computer Exhibition, marking a significant step forward in advancing information technology knowledge in the city. At its inception, the Association had 25 member companies, and thanks to the active participation and support of successive boards of directors and members, the number has grown steadily. By 2013, membership numbers had surpassed 3,800, making it the second-largest computer association in Taiwan.
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