International data simcard
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International data simcard
Hi I am interested in a data sim for my iPad so I can use it at the apartment just for catching up with news/sport/events etc.I don't need calls or texts just data. Has anyone bought one recently and if so what are costs for 3 gb of data on a payg basis .Thanks
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Re: International data simcard
I had a Wifi Dongle from Vodafone Portugal, Meo also do one as well. Once you have the kit you could choose Data or time as the cost base.
I am on Las Encinas and found PT was always the better signal over Spanish providers
I am on Las Encinas and found PT was always the better signal over Spanish providers
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Re: International data simcard
It depends on how long you stay in Spain at any one time I have a Three data sim, purchased in the uk but it allows roaming in Spain at no extra cost.
http://store.three.co.uk/view/search...ariff=0to49.99
http://store.three.co.uk/view/search...ariff=0to49.99
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I have a 3G PAYG data SIM from MEO in VRSA - cost €10 but with €10 credit (i.e. effectively foc) but make sure you get the data SIM as they are not keen on swapping them if they sell you the wrong one The charge is 1€ per day and you can preload as much value as you want. I used it for low use internet using a mifi router for local wifi.
I don't think you can get PAYG 4G SIMs anywhere yet.
I have priinet internet now and it seems to be working quite well (touch wood)
I don't think you can get PAYG 4G SIMs anywhere yet.
I have priinet internet now and it seems to be working quite well (touch wood)
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Re: International data simcard
I looked on the web and its a minefield there is such a range .I normally stay for around 2 weeks so a 30 day payg sim would be about right . Three 3 have good offers and I noticed Tesco are allowing you to use your own package abroad free of charge before the summer 2017 blanket use in UK mobile companies change.
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I have a 3G PAYG data SIM from MEO in VRSA - cost €10 but with €10 credit (i.e. effectively foc) but make sure you get the data SIM as they are not keen on swapping them if they sell you the wrong one The charge is 1€ per day and you can preload as much value as you want. I used it for low use internet using a mifi router for local wifi.
I don't think you can get PAYG 4G SIMs anywhere yet.
I have priinet internet now and it seems to be working quite well (touch wood)
I don't think you can get PAYG 4G SIMs anywhere yet.
I have priinet internet now and it seems to be working quite well (touch wood)
https://tienda.yoigo.com/solo-sim/la-del-uno-1-gb
Sim can be ordered on line or Yoigo may still have a shop in Ayamonte. (I have no connection with the company, other than a current 3g payg sim that I'm thinking of upgrading)
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Re: International data simcard
I have thought about priinet but I am only out there for around 4-5 weeks per year so I thought it may be a poor investment at 20-25 euros per month for a casual user
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Re: International data simcard
You only need to pay the higher rate for the time you are there. Rest of the time they will reduce the monthly cost to 6 euros (I think). Check out their website for details.You just need to be organised to give sufficient notice to turn it off and on.
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I think its 7 Euros..
but (say) 11 x 7 and 1 x 25 could still be expensive for glais boy.
Billing starts 5th of the month and you need to give notice as Andy says.
Note that you pay a full month (which seems fair)... so if you arrive (say) 30th August till 14th September you are paying 25Eur for the top service x 2, as you are within the 2 periods. Commencing 5/8 and 5/9.
This means the NOTICE you need to give is before the 5/8 switch on point. So about 6 weeks - ish before your trip. In this hypothetical example
They are a small business and I don't know if you'd actually have a problem asking for a switch on later. Ive always given notice as we know 6 weeks + before arriving.
I was told that the 7Eur gave a very slow basic service but they cut me off this time so I have just (by coincidence) sent a mail to them to query what you get for the 7Euros .. and if that has changed. (Not that it really bothers me - as we aren't there - but I have asked for completeness. If we arrive say the 3rd Id be happy with something slow for a couple of days - rather than forking out a full 25eur - for the top service option)
I am really pleased to report that the speeds are up as contracted - maybe a tad more and that.
So for us this is an excellent service that now is delivering
Jon
but (say) 11 x 7 and 1 x 25 could still be expensive for glais boy.
Billing starts 5th of the month and you need to give notice as Andy says.
Note that you pay a full month (which seems fair)... so if you arrive (say) 30th August till 14th September you are paying 25Eur for the top service x 2, as you are within the 2 periods. Commencing 5/8 and 5/9.
This means the NOTICE you need to give is before the 5/8 switch on point. So about 6 weeks - ish before your trip. In this hypothetical example
They are a small business and I don't know if you'd actually have a problem asking for a switch on later. Ive always given notice as we know 6 weeks + before arriving.
I was told that the 7Eur gave a very slow basic service but they cut me off this time so I have just (by coincidence) sent a mail to them to query what you get for the 7Euros .. and if that has changed. (Not that it really bothers me - as we aren't there - but I have asked for completeness. If we arrive say the 3rd Id be happy with something slow for a couple of days - rather than forking out a full 25eur - for the top service option)
I am really pleased to report that the speeds are up as contracted - maybe a tad more and that.
So for us this is an excellent service that now is delivering
Jon
Last edited by Jon-Bxl; Jun 10th 2016 at 10:40 am.
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Re: International data simcard
I finally opted for a 3 Three Sim for £10 .90 Sterling from eBay which gives me 3gb for 90 days.Its policy is although it's a UK sim it can be used in 18 European Countries inc Spain. I am over tomorrow so the test will begin.Thanks for your comments.
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Check Vodafone Spain, they've lifted the roaming charges so now you can use it everywhere (pick Portuguese signal too) at not extra cost.
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Re: International data simcard
I picked up a Vodafone brochure and it states that roaming charges are being lifted in Spain which is ace ,but in the UK only new contracts are being subsidised -sorry my dislike for UK Vodafone is becoming obvious.Anyway things are getting better and my £10.90 sim although only 3G is ticking along quite nicely.Thanks SoyaRosa
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Regarding my 3 three- sim I have used it everyday ,hot spotted my mobile and I have still got over 1Gb left, so for someone who does not have wifi in my apartment yet ,it's been a great bonus,being 3G it can be a bit slow but for a tenner good value.
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Re: International data simcard
I have noticed antennas guidiana has its own internet similar to priinet (I think ) does anyone have it ? if so is it reliable enough to stream tv and finally which is the best value