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Forum: BeNeLux 24-05-2014, 19:04
Replies: 4
Views: 8,003
Posted By rfranzq
Look Piranha over, it might be a good solution...

Look Piranha over, it might be a good solution for you.
I got my area code and it also has a UK number.
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 18-05-2014, 03:40
Replies: 10
Views: 6,533
Posted By rfranzq
The companies. I am unclear what the ultimate...

The companies. I am unclear what the ultimate point of this is.
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 17-05-2014, 18:33
Replies: 10
Views: 6,533
Posted By rfranzq
Could you give some examples of such actual...

Could you give some examples of such actual providers?
Forum: Off Topic (any other discussion) 16-05-2014, 18:59
Replies: 10
Views: 35,527
Posted By rfranzq
Thanks for bringing up ATMs

Ironically, 2 of 4 of my credit cards' companies were swallowed up by an ever increasing giant cc company who does NOT charge a percentage fee--and really does not advertise this actual benefit...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 15-05-2014, 04:03
Replies: 4
Views: 2,833
Posted By rfranzq
G3 Wireless?

Is anyone familiar with G3 Wireless??

www.g3wireless.com

Any comments?
Forum: Europe 14-05-2014, 22:48
Replies: 25
Views: 17,677
Posted By rfranzq
That might be useful. I wish this could be done...

That might be useful. I wish this could be done in the US somewhere. A market for large balance PAYGO SIMs could be created if even one city had this ability.
Forum: Mobile Phones 03-05-2014, 05:53
Replies: 44
Views: 67,513
Posted By rfranzq
Well, if Telna's agreement with T-Mobile is what...

Well, if Telna's agreement with T-Mobile is what Piranha uses
for T-Mobile in USA then it is a yes for 3G on T-Mobile.
The Piranha UK phone number I have says it is a Telna phone number.
[For...
Forum: Mobile Phones 03-05-2014, 03:16
Replies: 44
Views: 67,513
Posted By rfranzq
Saw your related [& vague---no details/specs]post...

Saw your related [& vague---no details/specs]post on HoFo.
You are not planning to use Telna for 3G in the US, are you?
Looking forward for your reports and review.
Forum: France 02-05-2014, 03:01
Replies: 11
Views: 7,332
Posted By rfranzq
Really good description of what you need. I am in...

Really good description of what you need. I am in California, so can not help except suggest
you add one piece of info: where all in France wlll you be?
Big cities, little villages, 2 or 3 places...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 30-04-2014, 19:13
Replies: 19
Views: 6,918
Posted By rfranzq
Oh, sorry. I was thinking that you were the one...

Oh, sorry. I was thinking that you were the one traveling when I said this and that they could send the messages to you from their computer.
Forum: Off Topic (any other discussion) 30-04-2014, 00:16
Replies: 10
Views: 35,527
Posted By rfranzq
I bought something today from amazon.co.uk and...

I bought something today from amazon.co.uk and they seemed to offer something like DCC also:


It could be avoided but seemed rapacious with the rate.
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 29-04-2014, 06:16
Replies: 431
Views: 173,432
Posted By rfranzq
It will be a few days before I switch networks. ...

It will be a few days before I switch networks.
Actually, switched today to do the test on T-Mobile network.

This afternoon I tried sending SMS to both numbers
from a T-Mobile MVNO and an AT&T...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 28-04-2014, 21:35
Replies: 431
Views: 173,432
Posted By rfranzq
Let get this fixed.

If you use the Piranha SIM and are not getting SMS to the UK phone number: lets gather some data and send it to Piranha.

If you are in the USA, please specify which network you are on.
It will...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 28-04-2014, 21:26
Replies: 19
Views: 6,918
Posted By rfranzq
Also free to receive on the Piranha SIM.

Also free to receive on the Piranha SIM.
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 26-04-2014, 23:36
Replies: 19
Views: 6,918
Posted By rfranzq
Another option to send SMS to Piranha

Another option to send SMS to Piranha to test or perhaps easier for your parents to send is from their website under features:...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 26-04-2014, 07:29
Replies: 19
Views: 6,918
Posted By rfranzq
Are you sending these texts to the US or UK phone...

Are you sending these texts to the US or UK phone number or both??
[And using the +1xxxyyyzzzz and correct UK format +447??????????]?

Same question, although it is working for the Piranha SIM?...
Forum: Mobile Phones 24-04-2014, 19:31
Replies: 8
Views: 12,470
Posted By rfranzq
That would probably make it a E2210 or E2210B. I...

That would probably make it a E2210 or E2210B. I got both of them when the phones with Truphone SIMs were dumped.
Forum: Mobile Phones 23-04-2014, 00:54
Replies: 8
Views: 12,470
Posted By rfranzq
That is an interesting combination. Until a few...

That is an interesting combination. Until a few months ago if you would look up the US rates on Piranha it would show 4 networks. Something in Alaska. AT&T, T-Mobile and Telna. Before they had...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 22-04-2014, 03:04
Replies: 431
Views: 173,432
Posted By rfranzq
Canadian number with Piranha?

Does he have a Canadian number with Piranha or just does not need one?
Do you happen to know what Piranha charges for a Canadian number?
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 22-04-2014, 01:38
Replies: 431
Views: 173,432
Posted By rfranzq
Piranha versus Canadian Prepaid Plans

How well does Piranha compare to Canadian prepaid options? Same rates from Canada to Canada and the United States.
Better expiration, I imagine.
Certainly beats AT&T and T-Mobile PAYGO rates....
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 21-04-2014, 02:51
Replies: 19
Views: 6,918
Posted By rfranzq
Please report back after the 'test'.

Please report back after the 'test'.
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 20-04-2014, 05:02
Replies: 19
Views: 6,918
Posted By rfranzq
If you log onto your ekit account with the...

If you log onto your ekit account with the Passport Plus number it will have the instructions under 'My Service'.
'Getting started' shouod at least get your phone turned on. You shall find info for...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 20-04-2014, 02:07
Replies: 19
Views: 6,918
Posted By rfranzq
Hello. My qualifications to answer this question...

Hello. My qualifications to answer this question are that I have
a Piranha SIM and more than two ekit SIMs.
I have no knowledge of the phones mentioned.

Why did you need to unlock it? You...
Forum: Off Topic (any other discussion) 19-04-2014, 21:46
Replies: 10
Views: 35,527
Posted By rfranzq
It is not just commisison---Capital One and...

It is not just commisison---Capital One and Discover do not charge the 1% commission most other credit cards charge. The exchange rates are not the same either. And indeed that is where the larger...
Forum: Off Topic (any other discussion) 19-04-2014, 02:50
Replies: 10
Views: 35,527
Posted By rfranzq
Just to verify again. Basically did the same...

Just to verify again. Basically did the same thing again with same results.
Forum: Off Topic (any other discussion) 17-04-2014, 20:23
Replies: 10
Views: 35,527
Posted By rfranzq
Thanks for verifying.

Thanks for verifying.
Forum: Off Topic (any other discussion) 17-04-2014, 00:47
Replies: 10
Views: 35,527
Posted By rfranzq
further info

Made a purchase from a UK seller on ebay and if I had funded it with a checking account PayPal showed the FX rate they would use. When I chose a credit card, it said that the rate would be...
Forum: Off Topic (any other discussion) 16-04-2014, 21:05
Replies: 10
Views: 35,527
Posted By rfranzq
Credit Card vs. PayPal exchange rates

I am wondering if anyone has experience or an educated guess
at which might have a more advantageous exchange rate for people in the USA?

In the US most credit cards companies charge a 1% fee...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 15-04-2014, 01:44
Replies: 7
Views: 4,662
Posted By rfranzq
Not to question your sanity, but are you really...

Not to question your sanity, but are you really sure you saw such a thing?
Perhaps it was on offer on the cruise ship for a wifi data bundle?

'Unlimited data would cost unlimited money.'
Forum: Mobile Phones 11-04-2014, 19:59
Replies: 44
Views: 67,513
Posted By rfranzq
Let me assure you the phone did not feel a thing....

Let me assure you the phone did not feel a thing.
Thanks for updating this thread.
Forum: Mobile Phones 09-04-2014, 05:30
Replies: 3
Views: 10,117
Posted By rfranzq
how to lock/unlock BLU dual/tri-SIM phones.

Whereas BLU provides the most inadequate manuals imaginable:
In case anyone has a BLU qwerty dual or tri SIM phone
I accidentally found out how to lock and unlock it.
Pressing the navigation key...
Forum: Off Topic (any other discussion) 04-04-2014, 01:39
Replies: 9
Views: 15,548
Posted By rfranzq
Well, $2.99/minute will really give them...

Well, $2.99/minute will really give them incentive to test Viber.
Forum: Off Topic (any other discussion) 03-04-2014, 03:34
Replies: 9
Views: 15,548
Posted By rfranzq
Well, I do not see 'Africa' on their coverage...

Well, I do not see 'Africa' on their coverage map.
That there are two 'with Mexico' plans would seem to indicate to me that they will not be roaming in Africa.

If you could only get them to...
Forum: Off Topic (any other discussion) 02-04-2014, 17:49
Replies: 9
Views: 15,548
Posted By rfranzq
1. You tried. 2. Best thing that can probably...

1. You tried.
2. Best thing that can probably happen is the phone not working wherever they are.
3. Can you have the 2nd person [you use 'they' & 'them'] sneak your phone and charger along 'just in...
Forum: Off Topic (any other discussion) 31-03-2014, 22:21
Replies: 14
Views: 20,350
Posted By rfranzq
Spring is here and it is starting to look busy here. Thanks to all who contribute.

As we have now entered Spring 2014 and thoughts turn to future travel plans I would like to again thank everyone for contributing.

This year I have a special request. If you use the kinds of...
Forum: Europe 06-03-2014, 22:57
Replies: 609
Views: 343,287
Posted By rfranzq
Anyone use/test Toggle in the USA?

Has anyone used or tested Toggle in the USA?
How has it been. What network[s] does it use?
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 26-02-2014, 23:39
Replies: 4
Views: 3,026
Posted By rfranzq
What countries do you need?

What countries do you need?
Forum: Africa, Asia and Pacific 17-02-2014, 03:11
Replies: 3
Views: 7,114
Posted By rfranzq
While that can be an issue, I have not left...

While that can be an issue, I have not left California with it since 2007
[Europe] and have never not had it on roaming since I have never been to the Philippines.
I figured I would use it as a...
Forum: Africa, Asia and Pacific 16-02-2014, 07:20
Replies: 3
Views: 7,114
Posted By rfranzq
I was able to contact CS through their web based...

I was able to contact CS through their web based help.
Today [2/15/2014] it is now connecting to AT&T but not T-Mobile.
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 06-02-2014, 03:26
Replies: 431
Views: 173,432
Posted By rfranzq
more Mexico

18 cents to call US from Mexico. Both are better than AT&T GoPhones 25 cents which has been a good & easy choice for Americans.
What do Mexican SIM cards cost to call Mexico and the US,
let alone...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 05-02-2014, 22:54
Replies: 431
Views: 173,432
Posted By rfranzq
Lower USA rates [on T-Mobile] & Mexico too!

Lower USA rates on T-Mobile. Matches AT&T data rate at $0.15/MB.
Forum: Africa, Asia and Pacific 04-02-2014, 21:33
Replies: 3
Views: 7,114
Posted By rfranzq
SMART prepaid not connecting in California

My SMART prepaid SIM has stopped connecting to either AT&T or T-Mobile here in California. T-Mobile stopped a week or so ago. AT&T stopped this weekend.
[Times are approximate, they are when I...
Forum: Off Topic (any other discussion) 29-01-2014, 07:59
Replies: 1
Views: 11,627
Posted By rfranzq
Still believe the above.

Still believe the above.
Forum: France 21-01-2014, 19:15
Replies: 254
Views: 177,786
Posted By rfranzq
cheapest chargeable event?

How much is an SMS from UK to ??
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 18-01-2014, 19:32
Replies: 157
Views: 69,554
Posted By rfranzq
Good observation and synthesis. Outside...

Good observation and synthesis.


Outside this forum are more camps.
1. Those who don't know international SIM cards exist.
2. Those who see one advertisement for an international SIM card and...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 15-01-2014, 18:54
Replies: 157
Views: 69,554
Posted By rfranzq
Here is some hard-earned wisdom:

TAKE TWO! ONE WILL BE BETTER. (http://www.prepaidgsm.net/forum/showthread.php?t=7515#top)

Piranha is a good choice. You do not mention what phone you have.
Having a second/different SIM will...
Forum: Americas 11-01-2014, 23:08
Replies: 17
Views: 43,267
Posted By rfranzq
Who is 'normal' in the USA?? Or California...

Who is 'normal' in the USA?? Or California [where I live]?

I think 'young people' tend to text a lot.
Forum: Americas 04-01-2014, 20:37
Replies: 17
Views: 43,267
Posted By rfranzq
Odin Mobile

How about obscure?

Odin Mobile (http://odinmobile.com/plans/)

They have an unlimited text plan that is $10 with 150 voice minutes.
Not sure who underlying carrier is. $9.99 for SIM.
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 30-12-2013, 19:06
Replies: 5
Views: 2,642
Posted By rfranzq
Well, It is not 'hidden'. A few months ago I had...

Well, It is not 'hidden'. A few months ago I had something to call about and asked them specifically what tax this was that you are charging [kind of tax, not rate] and they never got back to me. I...
Forum: International GSM prepaid cards 18-12-2013, 22:35
Replies: 26
Views: 9,457
Posted By rfranzq
I am going to take this opportunity to thank...

I am going to take this opportunity to thank everyone here whose first language is not English for the excellent English you do post.
I fear that your educational systems do a better job of teaching...
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