The OpenSim journal

Travel connectivity news

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Verified updates on eSIMs, roaming, airline Wi-Fi, satellite service and travel apps that sell mobile data.

More travel connectivity news

SAS includes two days of travel eSIM data on eligible bookings. See the 1GB launch detail, app steps, eligibility gaps and Roaming eSIM options.

South Africa launched its ETA on August 12. Check who can apply, current airports, OTP steps, passport rules, processing, children and the draft fee.

T-Mobile's U.S. Pass eSIM starts at $25 for visitors. Compare four durations, 50GB premium data, hotspot limits, activation and renewal wording.

Virgin Atlantic passengers can claim 1GB of Kolet eSIM data for 48 hours. Check app access, activation, calls, hotspot use and full-trip options.

Eligible Visa cards can unlock free GigSky travel data. Compare 1GB, 3GB, 10GB and destination benefits, plus activation and cruise limits.

Apple now says AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon carrier financing can lock an iPhone until payoff. Check which payment methods preserve travel eSIM access.

Helia now enables overseas data access by default. See who is affected, current per-MB and pass rates, and how to keep the +687 line safely.

Maya now sells fixed 3, 7, 14 and 30-day global passes, while its unlimited page conflicts with its terms. Check renewal, data limits and travel use.

One NZ ended Casual Data Roaming for affected accounts on August 10, 2026. Compare $10 Daily Roaming, Data Angel bundles and a travel eSIM.