SIMBA Telecom discussion thread

[radon]

For those adhoc trip, can consider get those esim from shopee/lazada.
2.90 1 day for 500M full speed then cap after that.

 

[ranchfarm]

I'm starting to get used to the crappy speed, it's fast enough for tiktok, instagram, fb without lagging. Don't play games so I don't need to download game data. 100gb can be considered unlimited data and all this for $10.

 

[lohsenglte]

For those adhoc trip, can consider get those esim from shopee/lazada.
2.90 1 day for 500M full speed then cap after that.

That's if you're using compatible smartphone.

 

[compro_1975]

Why my s7 when I put in the SIM card dun detect the SIM??

 

[kbwang]

Now in NZ. .. roaming working well..

 

[crystalnox]

Why my s7 when I put in the SIM card dun detect the SIM??

Have you tried in another phone?

 

[Jurong640]

Why my s7 when I put in the SIM card dun detect the SIM??

You might need to tweak some things. Under network settings, make sure it's not connected to 2G. Under network mode, make sure its under 4G. Apn to set to tpg.

Also I've have tried s7 and it apparently cannot make calls out. But you can download their simba voice to make calls out.

 

[Milo Van]

The voLTe is really draining Hp battery

Agree, voLTE does drain the battery when turned on.

Just port over to Simba last night and battery drain has been obvious on my iphone.

It usually drops 0-1% while on standby. Now the % drop is very obvious with the same usage pattern.

 

[gapboy]

Agree, voLTE does drain the battery when turned on.
Just port over to Simba last night and battery drain has been obvious on my iphone.
It usually drops 0-1% while on standby. Now the % drop is very obvious with the same usage pattern.

Volte Is also enable on singtel network like gomo.. It is a batt drainer which is normal


S22ultra

 

[Tedicious]

Agree, voLTE does drain the battery when turned on.

Just port over to Simba last night and battery drain has been obvious on my iphone.

It usually drops 0-1% while on standby. Now the % drop is very obvious with the same usage pattern.

And the worse thing is you cannot off it cos if u off cannot even make any out going calls

 

[kelvinti]

Well! If you don't talk much. Disable the VoLTE then! Only enable it when you need to gossip by talking!

Nowadays, people text 99% of time!

My only time talking on the phone is via my office phone LOL!

 

[pewpewpewpewpew]

See below SIMBA FAQs
:
How am I billed for my mobile service?

When will I be billed for my service?

Thx but the payment is for the post 30 day of service right not for future?


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[froztheart]

Anyone has feedback on roaming in Thailand? Is it reliable or fast enough or should get local SIM instead?

 

[frizee]

Thx but the payment is for the post 30 day of service right not for future?


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Assuming 50gb plan at $10…

First time sign up you would've paid eg $10 (for the next 30days) right? Then the next time they deduct your $10 is like your normal telco postpaid mechanism, which is for the next 30 days

So to be safe, just charge up your wallet to let them offset from there instead of credit card

 

[hk7310]

Assuming 50gb plan at $10…

First time sign up you would've paid eg $10 (for the next 30days) right? Then the next time they deduct your $10 is like your normal telco postpaid mechanism, which is for the next 30 days

So to be safe, just charge up your wallet to let them offset from there instead of credit card

In addition, they will deduct your subscription fee 4 days before the next due date.

 

[pjs]

I would say maybe some places have weak reception, especially private areas.
Other than that, I don't really have issues.

I would suggest you get a $5 Senior Plan from the SIMBA Shops first with random number and cash payment (please don't pay extra, I know some ah Beng shop will try to say need pay $10 or something extra for "sim card" cost) and test the network.

Hi,
If getting Senior plan from shop with cash payment , need register?
Does Iphone X support Volte? I dont see 'volte' under settings.

If it works for you, then sign up new line and port over.

If it works and above cash payment line is registered, can i still sign up oline for new line?

Thanks for help.

 

[Bkgggg]

Assuming 50gb plan at $10…

First time sign up you would've paid eg $10 (for the next 30days) right? Then the next time they deduct your $10 is like your normal telco postpaid mechanism, which is for the next 30 days

So to be safe, just charge up your wallet to let them offset from there instead of credit card

For a $10/mth subscribed plan, the subscriber upon logging into the SIMBA account will see a balance of $0.

Q1. If additional charges are immediately incurred ( < $10 ), would the account balance reflect -$ or $0 ?

 

[lohsenglte]

I can't reply you because you replied in the quote itself @pjs.

If sign from shop, don't need to register online. The senior must be present at the shop to register though.
I would suggest going to SIMBA Shops to do to prevent "additional" charges from those ah Beng shops.

For most iPhone that's of iPhone 7 series and later, as long as the device is on iOS 13 and later, you can enable SIMBA VoLTE in settings.
Please ask the employee on site on how to activate if you ain't sure.

If the SIMBA line works for you, you can sign up a new line online at simba.sg
However, I would suggest self collection in the shops instead of delivery. There were many issues regarding activation of line, especially more for porting in customers.

 

[lohsenglte]

For a $10/mth subscribed plan, the subscriber upon logging into the SIMBA account will see a balance of $0.

Q1. If additional charges are immediately incurred ( < $10 ), would the account balance reflect -$ or $0 ?

There is no pay per use if there's no balance inside. You'll simply get the specific service barred.

 

[pjs]

I would say maybe some places have weak reception, especially private areas.
Other than that, I don't really have issues.

I would suggest you get a $5 Senior Plan from the SIMBA Shops first with random number and cash payment (please don't pay extra, I know some ah Beng shop will try to say need pay $10 or something extra for "sim card" cost) and test the network. If it works for you, then sign up new line and port over.
If it doesn't, at least you won't be stuck and think of it as eating one less plate of chicken thigh rice.

I can't reply you because you replied in the quote itself @pjs.

If sign from shop, don't need to register online. The senior must be present at the shop to register though.
I would suggest going to SIMBA Shops to do to prevent "additional" charges from those ah Beng shops.

For most iPhone that's of iPhone 7 series and later, as long as the device is on iOS 13 and later, you can enable SIMBA VoLTE in settings.
Please ask the employee on site on how to activate if you ain't sure.

If the SIMBA line works for you, you can sign up a new line online at simba.sg
However, I would suggest self collection in the shops instead of delivery. There were many issues regarding activation of line, especially more for porting in customers.

Thanks for quick reply.
I thought u suggested going to reseller if i wanted to try Simba (for a month) before i decide to port over,
If i go to Simba shop need to request port at the same time.
Am i correct?
Btw i am eligible senior.

Edit again: Btw how is Gomo? My son suggested getting Gomo 10Gb for $10plan.

Currently on SH Senior plan, but 1Gb and 50 min talk time is very tight. Left 5Mb/2 mins since 28Oct