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Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 14-08-2014, 22:31
Replies: 50
Views: 27,329
Posted By jeffharris
you do realize, depending on where you go, most...

you do realize, depending on where you go, most country calls to the US are sometimes in fact cheaper for therm than to call a local mobile.... just sayin...

and heck, if you have a driver, hes...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 11-03-2014, 00:12
Replies: 50
Views: 27,329
Posted By jeffharris
You can. ive used Line2 and Skype with 80% no...

You can. ive used Line2 and Skype with 80% no troubles. not perfect, but free.

its very important to note it is throttled HSPA. my local TMo people call it EDGE when i hear them discuss it to...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 27-02-2013, 02:22
Replies: 3
Views: 2,421
Posted By jeffharris
Oh, and as I just got the card, it's the plus...

Oh, and as I just got the card, it's the plus service only now.


Jeff

Sent from my iPhone
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 27-02-2013, 02:21
Replies: 3
Views: 2,421
Posted By jeffharris
I use data and VoIP, but I don't need this card...

I use data and VoIP, but I don't need this card for that. I have a grandfathered $70/mo unlimited Int'l data plan SIM, that I put in a mifi, and connect my iPad, iPhone, and Galaxy S3 to, and I use...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 26-02-2013, 21:32
Replies: 3
Views: 2,421
Posted By jeffharris
I've been doing this 8 years - onesimcard got it right

Hey guys,

I'm not even sure why anyone would even bother with another SIM. I've had many of them over the last 8 years. And im very demandng for the highest level of technology. I travel 150k...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 23-09-2011, 00:12
Replies: 4
Views: 3,796
Posted By jeffharris
United World Telecom

I've been using this SIM for several months now. I don't think its been mentioned on this forum.

It's an Estonian number, and you can order a US or UK number to attach to it, and it costs 20c a...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 01-04-2011, 04:22
Replies: 30
Views: 16,140
Posted By jeffharris
So was my QikRoam flavor of MaxRoam :-(

So was my QikRoam flavor of MaxRoam :-(
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 30-03-2011, 22:16
Replies: 13
Views: 18,802
Posted By jeffharris
All incoming calls on these additional numbers do...

All incoming calls on these additional numbers do not incur any extra charges. I've used them plenty. Also, I would think those virtual numbers are not SMSable.

As i have the Qikroam flavor of...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 25-02-2011, 18:34
Replies: 25
Views: 15,833
Posted By jeffharris
Yes, I was sober. I actually have the AT&T...

Yes, I was sober. I actually have the AT&T unlimited Blackberry international data plan, that ceased in June 1 of last year. I have never used it in a Blackberry, and, have enjoyed unlimited data...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 24-01-2011, 21:42
Replies: 25
Views: 15,833
Posted By jeffharris
If you are a power traveller (like me), and want...

If you are a power traveller (like me), and want to use T-Mobile USA UMA all over the world, for no additional costs, you can get unlimited international data add on from Verizon for $69 a month to...
Forum: Callback, VoIP, Satellite and all other technologies 25-10-2007, 21:04
Replies: 10
Views: 7,321
Posted By jeffharris
I have the Blackberry 8320 with UMA. It is...

I have the Blackberry 8320 with UMA. It is AWESOME! I have used the UMA in Japan, Germany, and Switzerland this month, and, yes, using UMA anywhere is "free," as you state. Technically, it is...
Forum: Callback, VoIP, Satellite and all other technologies 16-08-2007, 18:02
Replies: 16
Views: 7,067
Posted By jeffharris
Yeah, that is true - but, when it's all said and...

Yeah, that is true - but, when it's all said and done, doing it that way with a phone, considering the time between being on actual Wifi telephone calls, logging on, etc., the 18c a minute charge...
Forum: Callback, VoIP, Satellite and all other technologies 13-08-2007, 01:51
Replies: 16
Views: 7,067
Posted By jeffharris
Well, I prefer WIRED internet, as I carry around...

Well, I prefer WIRED internet, as I carry around an Apple Airport Express, and make my own Wifi network in the hotel room.

As well, I would imagine, many of us, as there is little choice, have to...
Forum: Callback, VoIP, Satellite and all other technologies 13-08-2007, 01:48
Replies: 9
Views: 6,191
Posted By jeffharris
I was wondering where that was ... was about to...

I was wondering where that was ... was about to Google!
Forum: Callback, VoIP, Satellite and all other technologies 11-08-2007, 07:03
Replies: 16
Views: 7,067
Posted By jeffharris
I think it is nice because it is EASY, and...

I think it is nice because it is EASY, and SIMPLE. You can use your same trusty GSM device, with the same phone number SIM, and seamlessly hand off. I guess that works for some people. Especially...
Forum: Callback, VoIP, Satellite and all other technologies 10-08-2007, 00:10
Replies: 16
Views: 7,067
Posted By jeffharris
Thanks ... I thought I would just get the T-Mo...

Thanks ... I thought I would just get the T-Mo Blackberry 8310 (after just getting the 8300) ... and hopefully figure a way to use with any router ...
Forum: Callback, VoIP, Satellite and all other technologies 09-08-2007, 16:10
Replies: 16
Views: 7,067
Posted By jeffharris
Well, I actually was going to go to T-Mobile...

Well, I actually was going to go to T-Mobile today to query about the HotSpot@home, but, I'll ask here.

Of course, I am international half the year, so, this potentially is great, and I had...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 05-07-2007, 18:36
Replies: 7
Views: 2,752
Posted By jeffharris
I like Cherry Mobile (or GeoSIM) and Enlinea. ...

I like Cherry Mobile (or GeoSIM) and Enlinea.

I think that is the best combo, as it has 6 sec billing, and, Enlinea to callback an IOM number is 21c or so - so, to use it for USA, it is about 24c...
Forum: Africa, Asia and Pacific 01-06-2007, 05:26
Replies: 7
Views: 14,081
Posted By jeffharris
I'm using Peoples prepaid now, this week, and am...

I'm using Peoples prepaid now, this week, and am pleased. I have had no coverage issues (although I have not gone to fringe areas yet), and, the rates are perfect. I also forward my US cell number...
Forum: Austria & Switzerland 21-05-2007, 23:53
Replies: 12
Views: 12,445
Posted By jeffharris
Both Vodafone UK, and Cingular postpaid have...

Both Vodafone UK, and Cingular postpaid have similar "world" options. around $130/month for 100MB internationally. But, using 3g data, do you know how many (minutes) you could use up 100MB?!?! A good...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 07-05-2007, 21:00
Replies: 6
Views: 2,722
Posted By jeffharris
And they don't mention the "fast 3G data" rates...

And they don't mention the "fast 3G data" rates ... And they seem to be the only Manx SIM to offer it? I believe it probably is non functional.
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 11-03-2007, 18:27
Replies: 37
Views: 15,860
Posted By jeffharris
Actually, I heard that stat, too. But, when I did...

Actually, I heard that stat, too. But, when I did a little Google research (which I think eliminates the need for higher education!) the actual range is not so exact, and kind of vague -- from about...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 07-03-2007, 00:06
Replies: 8
Views: 2,583
Posted By jeffharris
I use Etisalat with my IOM SIMs all the time, and...

I use Etisalat with my IOM SIMs all the time, and it works fine.

I believe Etisalat is 900 only (and WCDMA, but, that's irrelevant on the world SIMs), see here...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 28-02-2007, 23:37
Replies: 13
Views: 6,250
Posted By jeffharris
I think they are writing this, to cover their...

I think they are writing this, to cover their a**es, in the case where their business model doesn't work, and they need to revise their P&L projections, without closing shop. I think this will be a...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 27-02-2007, 20:21
Replies: 13
Views: 6,250
Posted By jeffharris
I spoke with them (and subsequently ordered one.)...

I spoke with them (and subsequently ordered one.) I asked why, for example, Mexico incoming is free, and on all other Manx SIMs, it costs. He told me that their business model is different than the...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 22-02-2007, 13:10
Replies: 37
Views: 15,860
Posted By jeffharris
By the way, it should be noted, that in many...

By the way, it should be noted, that in many countries, the combo of US number, forwarding to Skype, then Skype forwarding to Manx, cell forwarding, what not, creates a bit of an annoying lag. It...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 22-02-2007, 13:07
Replies: 37
Views: 15,860
Posted By jeffharris
Why shouldn't Skype also charge 1.7c to a +447924...

Why shouldn't Skype also charge 1.7c to a +447924 number? Has anyone tried? Does anyone have a number I can try? I tried some random ones, they all failed.
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 18-02-2007, 05:14
Replies: 10
Views: 7,526
Posted By jeffharris
All new Samsungs as well, work fine ... The X820...

All new Samsungs as well, work fine ... The X820 is a very nice, extremely thin phone to carry around as a second phone (with GeoSIM)
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 03-02-2007, 22:08
Replies: 8
Views: 2,869
Posted By jeffharris
These rates seem to be a little cheaper than the...

These rates seem to be a little cheaper than the others, though. I am wondering about VAT for US customers are exempt like my e-kit and GeoSIM, and whether it is one minute billing or 30/6.

I...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 24-01-2007, 19:50
Replies: 14
Views: 6,428
Posted By jeffharris
Who calls it "Red China" any more,...

Who calls it "Red China" any more, anyway?!!??
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 16-01-2007, 19:19
Replies: 21
Views: 7,956
Posted By jeffharris
Well, check their websites -- I believe there is,...

Well, check their websites -- I believe there is, maybe 180 days. But, it is not an issue with me, as I travel once a month to one of the places where I use it.
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 16-01-2007, 03:46
Replies: 21
Views: 7,956
Posted By jeffharris
I had it, it's a normal MANX telecom rebrand, it...

I had it, it's a normal MANX telecom rebrand, it works, it's billed by the minute, I switched to GeoSIM because it was 30/6 sec billing.
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 08-01-2007, 13:26
Replies: 9
Views: 3,545
Posted By jeffharris
Which other prepaid MANX SIMs use 30 second/6...

Which other prepaid MANX SIMs use 30 second/6 second billing? I seem to find they all seem to be rounded up next minute EXCEPT foeGeo SIM....
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 05-01-2007, 18:47
Replies: 9
Views: 3,545
Posted By jeffharris
Well, I am using GeoSIM. I can tell you it works...

Well, I am using GeoSIM. I can tell you it works fine. My big selling point for this card over the others, was the 30 second/6 second billing. It saves a lot in the end, over...
Forum: Africa, Asia and Pacific 04-12-2006, 19:52
Replies: 34
Views: 15,528
Posted By jeffharris
Well, in reality, as soon as you arrive in Narita...

Well, in reality, as soon as you arrive in Narita (and other Japan airports), in the arrival halls are a few phone rental places, and it's like $5 a day, free incoming, and reasonable outgoing (50c a...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 28-11-2006, 18:38
Replies: 19
Views: 5,643
Posted By jeffharris
Well, Yackiemobile seems to be nice compliment as...

Well, Yackiemobile seems to be nice compliment as an Asian-centric prepaid roaming card, which completes the picture in conjunction with the other Euro-centric cards, but, as a complete GSM/VoIP...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 27-11-2006, 01:44
Replies: 19
Views: 5,643
Posted By jeffharris
This is nice to hear. I looked over the new...

This is nice to hear.

I looked over the new rates, and, if it really works well, it is a perfect compliment to the other (IoM, UM, etc..) Euro-centric SIMs, as the countries that are not free...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 19-11-2006, 09:43
Replies: 16
Views: 6,167
Posted By jeffharris
Website fires up for me instantaneously!

Website fires up for me instantaneously!
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 15-11-2006, 18:04
Replies: 14
Views: 7,621
Posted By jeffharris
Well, if you get Blackberry service, through...

Well, if you get Blackberry service, through T-Mobile USA, with international e-mail data roaming, and Blackberry data, for a total of $48 per month, or $38 if you have a voice plan with the account,...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 15-11-2006, 14:00
Replies: 16
Views: 6,167
Posted By jeffharris
The 30 second/6 second billing from GeoSIM...

The 30 second/6 second billing from GeoSIM (globalsimcard.co.uk ) can be a big savings if you make a lot of quick calls. Over the long run, you can save from 25-70c per call (eg. a call to a Euro...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 14-11-2006, 07:20
Replies: 16
Views: 6,167
Posted By jeffharris
Well, I haven't tried the DTMF issues, like at...

Well, I haven't tried the DTMF issues, like at the bank, but, usually, I do not use the Skype callthru for callback calls, as I don't care about the 24c a minute rate for a cleaner, business call...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 13-11-2006, 04:01
Replies: 16
Views: 6,167
Posted By jeffharris
Well, given where you say you will be, I...

Well, given where you say you will be, I recommend my combination.

That would be an IOM SIM, which in my case, I opted for GeoSIM ( www.globalsimcard.co.uk ), as they are one of the few, if only,...
Forum: Callback, VoIP, Satellite and all other technologies 22-10-2006, 16:35
Replies: 11
Views: 6,198
Posted By jeffharris
Actually it is 25c a minute to UK mobiles, if...

Actually it is 25c a minute to UK mobiles, if you're registered in the USA (meaning no VAT is added -- I confirmed it on my statement)
Forum: Callback, VoIP, Satellite and all other technologies 22-10-2006, 15:29
Replies: 11
Views: 6,198
Posted By jeffharris
Yeah, $38 a year.... oooooh.... real expensive...

Yeah, $38 a year.... oooooh.... real expensive for reliability ... I save that in a couple of days roaming in Europe, between 2c and 17c, or whatever it is on Voicestick, plus the overage from VS...
Forum: Callback, VoIP, Satellite and all other technologies 22-10-2006, 04:30
Replies: 11
Views: 6,198
Posted By jeffharris
As I mentioned in my other thread, there's no...

As I mentioned in my other thread, there's no need for Voicestick-to-Manx forwarding. Skype will forward a call to Manx mobiles at 2c a minute ! - Skype (for now), still sees Manx mobiles as a...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 15-10-2006, 05:53
Replies: 1
Views: 2,405
Posted By jeffharris
So, I have a GeoSIM Manx number, and playing...

So,

I have a GeoSIM Manx number, and playing with my call options on my trip to Europe now. I discovered when I forward my Skype In number (which I use a US number) into the Manx number, Skype...
Forum: Callback, VoIP, Satellite and all other technologies 21-09-2006, 02:42
Replies: 7
Views: 5,296
Posted By jeffharris
I've been using Rebtel. Works well, as described....

I've been using Rebtel. Works well, as described. And it IS very confusing at first, but, then once you start using it, it gets easy. The only thiong is, it is only a few pennies cheaper than other...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 04-09-2006, 19:14
Replies: 26
Views: 7,749
Posted By jeffharris
OK, so now where getting somewhere in terms of an...

OK, so now where getting somewhere in terms of an answer. So, I gather the real answer is -- it's NOT free. Someone is paying (albeit a small amount) somewhere. It's just too small a niche for the...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 04-09-2006, 07:22
Replies: 1
Views: 1,881
Posted By jeffharris
Do any of the services (Manx, Lichtenstein,...

Do any of the services (Manx, Lichtenstein, Estonia) offer it?

And I mean real call waiting, not the call waiting notification type.

Can;t seem to find that on the sites.
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 04-09-2006, 01:39
Replies: 20
Views: 7,163
Posted By jeffharris
No, that ended in like 2001 or 2002. I had...

No, that ended in like 2001 or 2002. I had "other" help :D . But, sadly all good things end.

Was a nice thing, considering I travel internationally 150k-200k miles a year.

Luckily, at this...
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