Smart Communications, the wireless arm of PLDT, has partnered with global technology leader Thales, to launch the Smart Prepaid and TNT Multi SIM solution — a pioneering innovation that provides eSIM functionality to non-eSIM capable handsets.
Smart was first to offer prepaid eSIM in the Philippines, bringing the digital eSIM technology to the market with eSIM-compatible phones.
With the Smart Prepaid and TNT Multi SIMs, Smart continues to extend digital inclusion to the Filipino mass market where most users do not have eSIM-compatible phones. This marks a first-of-its-kind deployment in the Philippines, reinforcing Smart’s position as a pioneer in delivering digital customer experience and demonstrating Thales’ leading expertise in providing eSIM functionalities to any mobile devices
The Multi SIM works like any other SIM card and comes with its own mobile number, allowing the users to connect instantly to Smart network upon activation. The Smart Multi SIM experience is simple and seamless: users insert the Multi SIM card into their non-eSIM Android phone (Android 9 and later), download the Smart Multi SIM app from the Google Play Store, and start adding eSIM profiles, be it any local or international eSIMs, empowering the users with flexibility and convenience.
Available in Smart stores, Smart Online Store, and Smart’s official stores on Ecommerce platforms from August 2025, subscribers can choose between Smart Prepaid Multi SIM or TNT eSIM-dot. Download the Smart Multi SIM App from Google Play Store to check your device compatibility and buy a Multi SIM to enjoy the digital eSIM experience on your non-eSIM phones.
Lloyd Manaloto, First Vice President for Corporate Marketing & Strategy, Smart Communications
Smart is proud to be the first in the country to enable a digital eSIM experience for the broader market of non-eSIM smartphones. This is a leap forward in convenience and connectivity for our customers, particularly overseas workers, travelers, and users with multi-line needs.
Jon Cahilig, Head of Sales for Mobile Connectivity Solutions for Asia, Thales
This launch deepens our long-standing collaboration with Smart. By enabling eSIM services on non-eSIM phones, we are democratizing access to flexible mobile connectivity. With this innovation, subscribers will enjoy eSIM exploration without having an eSIM-capable handset, they just need a new powerful SIM – The Smart Multi SIM.
