An embedded SIM (eSIM) is a digital version of a physical SIM card. Simply download your eSIM using the QR Code we send you via email, and get connected to iD Mobile hassle-free!
Does Apple iPhone 17 support eSIM?
Yes Apple iPhone 17 is compatible with both physical SIM and eSIM.
What are the benefits of eSIM?
Here are the benefits of choosing eSIM:
There is no physical SIM to remove, so it's safer if your phone is lost or stolen.
You can have two active numbers and seamlessly switch between them.
Less physical SIMs means less plastic in circulation - a win for the environment.
Is the iPhone 17 better than the iPhone 15?
The most recent Apple release generally benefits from the most up to date tech Apple has to offer – so you’ll get access to cutting-edge AI, a harder-working processor and updated screen glass to protect your phone. The 17 also has 30 hours of video playback compared to the 15’s 20 hours, an 18MP front camera compared to the 15’s 12MP, and compatibility with Apple Intelligence. Storage is a standout upgrade as well, Apple has doubled the base storage to 256GB, giving you twice as much space for your photos, videos, and apps compared to the iPhone 15’s 128GB starting point.
What storage options does the iPhone 17 have?
The 17’s base storage is 256GB – and you can also buy the handset with 512GB storage.
Does the iPhone 17 have a bigger battery?
The iPhone 17 lets you enjoy up to 30 hours of video playback, versus the iPhone 16’s 22 hours of video playback.
Legal stuff.
Fixed-price increase
Monthly price on phone plans will increase by £1.80 each April on your bill date.
The pricing information above is calculated at the time of purchase (subject to activation date).
For more information, visit www.idmobile.co.uk/price-increases.
Fair usage policy
Our fair
usage policy applies to all pay monthly phone, SIM Only and Pay-as-you-go
plans. Our open data policy applies to
selected plans.
Apple Subscriptions - 2 Months Free
Get up to 2 months free Apple Music, Apple Fitness+ & Apple Arcade on selected purchases at idmobile.co.uk or third
party affiliate partners, from 21st November 2025 until further notice. Offer available on all iPhone, Android and SIMO purchases made during
the promotional period. Cannot have already redeemed any Apple service (Apple Music, Apple Fitness+ and Apple Arcade)
from Currys group and our third party affiliate partners. Returning Apple Music, Apple Arcade and Apple Fitness+ customers
will only receive 1 month free.
Cancel anytime. After the free period Apple Fitness+ costs £9.99 p/m or £79.99 annually, Apple Arcade is
£4.99 p/m, and Apple Music is £9.99 p/m. One subscription per Apple ID. Redeem via links on iD Order Confirmation page, Order
Confirmation email or email from iD sent 12 day after purchase. Restrictions and other terms apply.
We offer free next-day delivery by DPD if you order between Monday to Thursday before 8pm.
Please note:
The estimated delivery dates shown below are for guidance only.
During periods of high demand, deliveries may take longer than usual.
Order placed.
Day of delivery.
Monday before 8pm
Tuesday
Monday 8pm - Tuesday 8pm
Wednesday
Tuesday 8pm - Wednesday 8pm
Thursday
Wednesday 8pm - Thursday 8pm
Friday
Thursday 8pm - Friday 8pm
Monday
Friday 8pm - Monday 8pm
Tuesday
To help prevent fraud, our DPD deliveries include a unique DPD PIN, which you will receive by email and/or SMS with your one-hour delivery slot. Please share this PIN with your delivery driver. You can also find your PIN in the DPD app.
Changed your mind? No problem. You can return your item within 30 days by post or 14 days to a Currys store. If you don't return the phone within the 30-day window, we'll treat it as a cancellation.
Get an extra £50 when trading in any
eligible working smartphone handset and purchase a Apple iPhone 17. Promotion runs
between 12/09/2025 - 07/10/2025.
Additional discounted values only apply
when you trade-in any eligible working handset and purchase a new Apple iPhone 17.
How to Redeem
Trade-In value must be claimed by visiting www.idmobile.co.uk/trade-in and
completing a claim form. The claim form must be completed in order for promotional payment
to be made.
All Trade in values will be paid via BACS transfer online. Offer not available in
conjunction with any other offer. If the device is bent, broken into pieces or any of the
internal parts are showing, it is classed as 'Beyond Economic Repair' or BER. A device that
is BER has ZERO value and cannot be traded in. Terms and Conditions
apply.
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Get 5x Data
Get up to 5 times more data on selected handset plans.
Available for new and existing customers. Increased data allowance will be applied automatically at point of sale
and will remain for the duration of the contract or until you change your plan or upgrade. If you chose to upgrade or
change your plan to another, there will be no additional data increase on your new plan allowances
Promotions valid 25/03/2026 – 21/04/2026.
More Information
Offer will appear in basket prior to checkout and on the contract summary document. Sales via third party affiliate partners
will be ineligible for the offer. Subject to credit check, eligibility, and minimum term. 18+ UK residents only. Transaction must
have originated on https://www.idmobile.co.uk/ and not via third-party affiliate partner for eligibility.
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Redeem after completing your order
Claim free Apple Fitness+, Music & Arcade
Claim up to 2 months free Apple Fitness+, Music, and Arcade with any purchase on idmobile.co.uk from 21st November 2025 until further notice.
How to redeem
For qualifying purchases, on the order confirmation page you’ll see banners asking you to ‘Redeem your offers’. These banners will also be included in your order confirmation email and in an email sent to you by iD 12 days after your purchase.
Click the banners in either of these emails and you’ll be directed to Apple's website. Follow the steps to redeem your offer(s).
Claim a 90-day free trial with McAfee Privacy & Identity Guard.
Get up to 90 days free McAfee Privacy & Identity Guard with any purchase on idmobile.co.uk from 11/12/2024 until further notice.
How to redeem.
You’ll receive an email from us 12-17 days after your purchase. This will contain information about the product and a linked banner to take you to the dedicated website for this product. Simply follow the steps provided on this website to redeem your offer.
