Hey community!
I will be in canada for about 4 months for my fall term as an exchange student from Germany!
I want to get myself some data package and esim came across and affordable one called „Public Mobile“.
Could anyone tell me if its a good one or if there are better ones and more affordable ones?
Thank you guys much in advance😊
I've always paid my devices off in full, so I've always been on their old "bring your own phone" plan. There was a rate increase of $5 a while back, but I'm still considered on this "old plan."
My current plan is $45/mo: 20GB data + bonus 20GB data + 5 hours data, unlimited talk/text Canada wide, picture & video messages Canada and US, call display, voicemail, call waiting conference calling, etc.
They are now offering me a deal on a plan at the same rate as what I'm paying: $45/mo 120GB talk/text plus, unlimited talk/text Canada, unlimited text & picture/video message Canada+US+international.
They then highlight the new plan is $45 after the "automatic payments discount," which I'm assuming is a new discount they're offering because I've always had automatic payments, and that the original price for this plan is $55. Could that potentially mean the price will go back to $55 next year?
I don't use much data at all, I don't even come close to reaching 20GB so I've never felt the need to switch, but they are now offering me this plan at the same price as what I'm paying and also offering a Google Pixel 10 for $0 if I'm on this new plan. I apparently don't even have to trade in my current device for this.
Just want to ensure there's no catch here, since I don't necessarily NEED all this data. I've heard some friends complain that their phone service got worse after switching to 5G but I'm pretty sure I'm already on 5G.
Thanks for your help!
Rogers is opening its satellite-to-mobile network at no charge to all existing Rogers wireless customers across British Columbia as the province continues to deal with widespread wildfires and a provincial state of emergency.
The temporary activation applies not only to individual customers, but also to Rogers business and government wireless accounts. Rogers says the service is being rolled out province-wide and will remain available during B.C.'s state of provincial emergency.
Rogers Satellite can connect compatible phones when regular cellular coverage is unavailable, including if a tower loses service because of wildfire damage or a power outage. It supports text messaging and text-to-911, while compatible devices can also use selected satellite-ready apps including WhatsApp, Messenger and Google Maps.
There are some important limitations. Satellite connectivity generally requires the user to be outdoors with a view of the sky, and functionality depends on the phone and software version. Rogers is not promising that normal cellular voice calls or every mobile app will work over satellite.
The move is also effectively a province-wide emergency test of direct-to-device satellite connectivity. Rogers says it wants to study how residents, communities and emergency services use the technology during natural disasters. Outside this emergency offer, Rogers Satellite normally costs up to $15 per month for customers who don't already have it included with an eligible plan.
Rogers is separately crediting Internet, TV and home-phone services for customers evacuated from their homes and will match new donations to the Canadian Red Cross B.C. Wildfires Appeal up to $100,000.
Sources & more: Rogers – B.C. wildfire satellite activation / Rogers Satellite / EmergencyInfoBC
Been with PM for many years. I currently have:
$34, Canada/US/Mex unlimited text and call with 60GB as well.
The downsides to an online only support are never too large but all the small things seem to add up and seem to happen when I need something.
I really want to use my reward credits up and go elsewhere but no one comes close to $34 with coverage in the US AND in Mexico which I do take advantage of. I notice to that a lot of other company don't "lock" your rate in as my account is with PM.
Mexico and a locked in rate are my stumbling blocks.
Any recommendations or experiences to share?
TIA
I’m travelling abroad and would like to keep my Canadian number mainly to receive OTPs and important text messages. Is there any reasonably priced or very cheap plan that would work for this?
A few people recommended Fongo, but I’m not sure if it reliably receives OTPs from banks and other services. From what I understand, they provide a Canadian number and also allow you to transfer your existing number for a one-time fee, which I believe is around $5.
Has anyone used Fongo for this purpose, especially while living abroad? Would you recommend it, or is there a better low-cost option?
I have a terrible mobile package ATM from Rogers and looking to upgrade