# Free Cellular Connectivity Computers The Particle EtherSIM Platform Offers Free Internet Access By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-03-19 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/particle-ethersim-platform References: [coolthings](https://www.coolthings.com/particle-ethersim-iot-platform-board-computer/) & [store.particle.io](https://store.particle.io/collections/ethersim) The Particle EtherSIM platform is a [board computing solution](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/efficient-computer) for makers, DIYers and [Internet of Things (IoT)](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delphi360-platform) project leaders that will offer them a customizable option to use that's low-cost and powerful. The system comes in a range of options for use in different parts of the world and each feature a [built-in SIM card](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/business-esim) that will accommodate free cellular connectivity. This will help users to add in robust connectivity without the need to worry about hefty data charges. The Particle EtherSIM platform is inexpensively priced at $55 to $103 and can be used in a wide array of applications to accommodate the needs of DIYers. The computer boards will offer 2G, 3G and 4G LTE connectivity, depending on what's available in a specific region. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Free Cellular Connectivity:** Opportunities for disruptive innovations in IoT devices and makerspaces that require reliable and cost-effective data transmission. - **Low-cost Computing Solutions:** Opportunities in hardware and software development for affordable and customizable computing solutions for IoT and DIY enthusiasts. - **Global Connectivity Solutions:** Opportunities for companies specializing in global SIM card provision, telecommunications, and satellite communication for IoT and DIY makerspaces. ### Where This Applies - **Internet of Things (iot):** The Particle EtherSIM offers disruptive innovation opportunities for IoT makerspaces and DIY enthusiasts with its low-cost computing and free cellular connectivity solutions. - **Hardware Development:** The Particle EtherSIM platform presents opportunities for manufacturers of low-cost custom computing solutions for IoT and DIY makerspaces with its customizable and affordable computing solutions. - **Telecommunications:** The Particle EtherSIM platform presents disruptive innovation opportunities for telecommunications companies, satellite communication providers, and global SIM card providers with its global connectivity solutions for IoT and DIY enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Compact Single-Board Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/particle-tachyon.md) - [No-Expiry Global eSIMs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/global-esim.md) - [Travel-Focused Indian eSIMS](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sensorise.md) - [Urban-Focused Connectivity Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/connectivity-platform.md) - [Cellular Backup Networking Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eero-signal.md) - [Subscription-Based Mobile Data Plans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/continuous-connectivity.md) - [Next-Gen Single-Board Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/singleboard-computer.md) - [Off-Grid Connectivity Dongles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orange-dongle.md) - [Business eSIM Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/business-esim.md)