Internet disruptions and eSIMs: Americas edition
5 Selected destinations
Study updated September 14, 2026
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eSIM studies: data, fieldwork and methods
Original analysis of eSIM prices, networks and use. Each publication states its scope, sources and limits; field tests are labelled as such.
- Original analysis
- Fieldwork clearly labelled
- Sources and limits stated
Observatory · publications
Recent studies
Unlimited, decoded: what you actually get after the throttle
44 Unlimited plans analysed
Study - published July 2026
Read the studyOne continent, two eSIM worlds: North America at 76.3 to 82.2 percent, South America at 44.2 to 57.7 percent
76.3-82.2% eSIM-capable devices, North America
Study - published July 2026
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Compatibility
One continent, two eSIM worlds: North America at 76.3 to 82.2 percent, South America at 44.2 to 57.7 percent
76.3-82.2%eSIM-capable devices, North America
44.2-57.7%eSIM-capable devices, South America
Device-level eSIM readiness splits the Americas in two: North America between 76.3 and 82.2 percent, South America between 44.2 and 57.7 percent.
Study - published July 2026
Methodology and limitations
Device-level check across the models actually sold in each market. Carrier eSIM activation is verified per model reference, not per brand. Sources are manufacturer and carrier documentation, archived at time of reading.
Unlimited plans and limits
Unlimited, decoded: what you actually get after the throttle
44Unlimited plans analysed
15Resellers in the panel
Study - published July 2026
Methodology and limitations
Every plan page and terms document was read and archived. Three throttle mechanisms are recorded: daily quota, plan cap, permanent speed cap. Usable GB is the volume available at full speed before throttling. Prices in USD, primary sources only.
Internet disruptions and resilience
Internet disruptions and eSIMs: Americas edition
5Selected destinations
5Documented incidents (non-exhaustive)
Five destinations: US, CA, CO, BR, AR. Historical cases: January 2024 to August 2026. Catalogue snapshot: 13 September 2026. 0 notices and 0 continuity cases are separate. No country risk ranking or provider resilience claim.
Study updated September 14, 2026
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Methodology and limitations
Primary sources, classified evidence and technical supplier snapshot. No annual availability denominator or provider fault testing.
Observatory · publications
How to read this research
Results are shown with their scope and limitations. Method notes are included in each publication; data files and figures are linked when available.