18275479. Download of Operational Subscription Profile simplified abstract (Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson (publ))

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Download of Operational Subscription Profile

Organization Name

Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson (publ)

Inventor(s)

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Bernard Smeets of Dalby (SE)

Download of Operational Subscription Profile - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18275479 titled 'Download of Operational Subscription Profile

    • Simplified Explanation:**

The patent application describes a method for downloading an operational subscription profile to a communication device using temporary and operational Profile Set Identifiers (PSIs) based on the device's Electronic ID (EID).

    • Key Features and Innovation:**
  • Method for obtaining a temporary PSI for a provisioning subscription profile based on the device's EID.
  • Provisioning the temporary PSI to a first Mobile Network Operator (MNO) for network attachment.
  • Obtaining an operational PSI from an eSIM server via the first MNO for network access authentication.
  • Providing the operational PSI to a second MNO for establishing initial network connectivity.
  • Downloading the operational subscription profile from the eSIM server via the second MNO to the communication device.
    • Potential Applications:**

This technology can be applied in the telecommunications industry for seamless provisioning and activation of subscription profiles on communication devices.

    • Problems Solved:**

The method addresses the challenges of securely downloading operational subscription profiles to communication devices using temporary and operational PSIs.

    • Benefits:**
  • Enhanced security in downloading subscription profiles.
  • Simplified network attachment and access authentication processes.
  • Efficient establishment of network connectivity with multiple MNOs.
    • Commercial Applications:**

The technology can be utilized by mobile network operators, device manufacturers, and eSIM service providers to streamline the activation process for communication devices.

    • Prior Art:**

Researchers and patent databases related to eSIM technology, network provisioning, and device activation can provide insights into prior art relevant to this innovation.

    • Frequently Updated Research:**

Stay updated on advancements in eSIM technology, network authentication protocols, and mobile device provisioning methods to enhance the efficiency and security of operational subscription profile downloads.

    • Questions about eSIM Technology:**

1. What are the key advantages of using eSIM technology for communication devices? 2. How does the use of temporary and operational PSIs improve the security of subscription profile downloads?


Original Abstract Submitted

There is provided mechanisms for downloading an operational subscription profile to a communication device. A method is performed by the communication device. The communication device has an EID and is provided with a provisioning subscription profile. The method comprises obtaining a temporary PSI for the provisioning subscription profile, wherein the temporary PSI is based on the EID. The method comprises providing, whilst using the provisioning subscription profile, the temporary PSI to a first MNO as part of performing network attachment with the first MNO. The first MNO is selected based on the temporary PSI. The method comprises obtaining, whilst using the provisioning subscription profile and as part of performing network access authentication for the network attachment, an operational PSI from an eSIM server via the first MNO. The method comprises providing, whilst using the provisioning subscription profile, the operational PSI to a second MNO as part of establishing initial network connectivity with the second MNO. The second MNO is selected based on the operational PSI. The method comprises downloading, whilst using the initial network connectivity and the provisioning subscription profile, the operational subscription profile from the eSIM server via the second MNO to the communication device.