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: www.marsesim.com

“Life deserves respect, and every blessing should never fade away.”Golden Melody Award-winning singer Weng Li-You has long dedicated himself to caring for stray and vulnerable animals beyond the stage. Known for his compassion, Weng has quietly helped transport animals that lost their lives in traffic accidents to Pets Castle, ensuring they receive proper placement and blessings. These selfless acts, carried out without seeking recognition, have touched many and highlighted the importance of giving dignity to every life.Building on this spirit of love and respect, Mars e-Bank.com Inc. has launched its Charity Love & Care Chip Postcards, redefining how people offer blessings. The initiative introduces a new model of “Future Mail Blessings” that digitizes traditional memorials while embracing ESG sustainability principles. Each postcard is equipped with an NFC chip; with a simple tap, families can rekindle thoughts and blessings for their beloved pets. These digital connections transform respect for life into a warm, tangible experience, bringing comfort and companionship to grieving families.For over 20 years, Pets Castle has provided professional and compassionate end-of-life services for pets, ensuring owners can accompany their companions on their final journey with dignity and peace of mind. This year, the Castle hosted a charity blessing ceremony to guide pets peacefully onward. Families participated in chanting and dedicating prayers, while the ceremony included purification rituals, scripture recitation, a vegetarian luncheon, and sacred offerings, accompanied by Buddhist music throughout the day.In collaboration with Mars e-Bank.com Inc., the ceremony integrated Chip Postcards to preserve blessings digitally. Owners can revisit their cherished memories anytime through simple chip interactions. Pets Castle has also adopted eco-friendly water cremation technology, reducing waste from paper memorial items and reinforcing the values of sustainability and low-carbon living.Long-term preservation of blessings, transcending time and spaceReduction of paper memorial waste, aligned with ESG principlesEmotional comfort for families, blending technology with heartfelt remembranceThis initiative goes beyond a single charity event—it represents the fusion of technology and compassion. By recording and invoking blessings through NFC chips, prayers can be preserved and replayed across both physical and digital realms, extending love while promoting sustainable practices.Pets Castle Charity Blessing CeremonyOfficial Phone: 0800-068-888Website: https://www.petscastle.com.tw/