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Dialog Unveils Sri Lanka's First Ever Online SIM-to-eSIM Conversion

For the first time in Sri Lanka, Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s or iOS device. To determine if a device is eligible for the eSIM
premier connectivity provider, introduced the facility for customers service, customers can visit www.dialog.lk. If a device is listed
to conveniently and seamlessly transition from traditional SIM as compatible, customers can proceed to upgrade to an eSIM
cards to more secure eSIMs using any eSIM-compatible Android facility or purchase a new eSIM with a new connection number
through the MyDialog App or https://www.dialog.lk/esim With
all the latest Android and iOS devices being launched with the
eSIM facility, Dialog recognized the need to offer the convenience
of effortlessly upgrading to the highly secure eSIM facility via
dialog.lk and MyDialog App. eSIM technology offers streamlined
device management where swapping physical SIM cards between
phones is eliminated. It also enables dual SIM capability on the
latest iPhone models. The Introduction of eSIM technology makes
tracing a lost device easier in case it’s stolen as the SIM cannot be
removed and discharged. This advancement also contributes to a
plastic-free environment, aligning with Dialog's ESG (Environmental,
Social, and Governance) ambitions while eliminating the SIM
getting damaged. To use this service, customers simply need
to visit https://www.dialog.lk/esim or MyDialog App, select the
relevant device, conduct the OTP (one time password) verification
of the SIM, enter their email address to receive the QR verification
and the guide document, and conclude the confirmation as per the
instructions provided.

Kymeta Hawk u8 is the First Flat Panel Antenna to Be Approved on Eutelsat

OneWeb’s LEO Network for Land Mobility

World-leading flat panel satellite antenna company Kymeta (www.
kymetacorp.com) and satellite communications company Eutelsat
Group (eutelsat.com) today announced that the Kymeta electroni-
cally steered Hawk u8 LEO terminal is now approved for land mo-
bility on the Eutelsat OneWeb LEO network, becoming the first flat
panel antenna to be approved on its LEO network for land mobility.
This offering unlocks a new era of connectivity for customers who
require exceptional performance and reliable connectivity while on
the move. Kymeta’s deep roots in providing mobility extend back
to the launch of its first product in 2017. By tapping into Eutelsat
OneWeb’s enterprise-grade connectivity network, all vehicles can
now connect easily and seamlessly on the pause and on the move.
“This is an exciting time as we see every major industry such as
emergency management, on-road fleets and rail operators wanting
to tap into mobile broadband as an efficient and effective means to
transform their operations,” said Walter Berger, President and Co-
CEO, Kymeta, “As a proud partner of Eutelsat Group, today marks fully integrated family of high throughput mobile terminals. Eute-
a milestone for Kymeta because it represents the fulfillment of lsat OneWeb’s LEO satellite network will give Kymeta customers
our joint commitment to enable satellite communications on the access to high-speed, low-latency broadband connectivity while
move globally.” Massimiliano Ladovaz, Chief Operations Officer at on the move or while stationary even in the remotest parts of the
Eutelsat Group, said “Kymeta offers a high-bandwidth, low-power, world.”

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