There will always be a need for good international SIM deals.
I was talking to a cellco in Germany recently who told me a number of MVNOs (mobile virtual network operators) are planning to offer stick-on SIMlets that will peel on and off as required, to overlay your existing SIM card, and so get around the network lock problem.
The SIMlet will only cut in when you are roaming or making an international call - a bit like Foocall's app on smartphones.
Introduction is Q3 in Germany and the UK, I am reliably told - think the name is Kingcall.
+Steve
[size=2]Steve Gold
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Home mobie: Telefonica O2
Other UK mobiles: 3, Vodafone, Virgin
Foreign SIMs: Toggle (multi); Germany (Fonic); Poland (Orange PL);
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