SIMBA Telecom discussion thread

[kelvinti]

With Speedtest figures like this, I dun think I can use it to replace my home broadband.


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CMI! Time to port out if Interstellar data roaming is not your priority!

After all, Aliens don't use data to communicate! They just blink blink their giant eyes!

 

[cybertech]

My $10 central region full bar, 2nd slot has Malaysia Hotlink Prepaid roaming on ST, either 2 bar or 1 or nothing.

M1 works too, but I port that to Maxx to save cost.

Is M1 MAXX $7.90 (after 12 months $9.90) plan good?
- 290GB Data
- 500 mins Local Outgoing Calls
- Free Caller Number Display

Read that is only 4G but not a problem just want a good stable reception coverage everywhere.

 

[Kiwi8]

CMI! Time to port out if Interstellar data roaming is not your priority!

After all, Aliens don't use data to communicate! They just blink blink their giant eyes!

I am using the data only $5 plan, no port in so no need to port out!

I will just let it lapse then no longer top up liao.

Heng I use Paynow to pay the $5 so that I dun let Simba store my credit card number.

 

[gregory_choo]

With Speedtest figures like this, I dun think I can use it to replace my home broadband.


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You should try other points in your house. May be much better. Try both 4g and 5g too

 

[Kiwi8]

You should try other points in your house. May be much better.

I did!

Even placed the phone outside the window also get such figures.

 

[gregory_choo]

I did!

Even placed the phone outside the window also get such figures.

4g or 5g ?

 

[Habrosus]

Is M1 MAXX $7.90 (after 12 months $9.90) plan good?
- 290GB Data
- 500 mins Local Outgoing Calls
- Free Caller Number Display

Read that is only 4G but not a problem just want a good stable reception coverage everywhere.

Don't know. Mine is the $12 old one from retailer. I hardly use so might let it die naturally.

 

[Kiwi8]

4g or 5g ?

I can't even see 5G network anywhere in my home or even my home downstairs.

 

[Kiwi8]

Maybe is my phone issue? My phone is Pixel 6a.

 

[gregory_choo]

I am using the data only $5 plan, no port in so no need to port out!

I will just let it lapse then no longer top up liao.

Heng I use Paynow to pay the $5 so that I dun let Simba store my credit card number.

If it is a post paid plan, you can't do this.

You have to submit an Account Termination Form and email it to service@simba.sg.

Don't do it too late, else you will be billed for next month.

 

[Kiwi8]

If it is a post paid plan, you can't do this.

You have to submit an Account Termination Form and email it to service@simba.sg.

Don't do it too late, else you will be billed for next month.

According to this Critical Information Summary the plan will be automatically terminated if there is no top up isn't it?

https://simba.sg/static/media/CIS_SIMBA_DataOnlySIM_08112024.737b682b.pdf

 

[gregory_choo]

According to this Critical Information Summary the plan will be automatically terminated if there is no top up isn't it?

https://simba.sg/static/media/CIS_SIMBA_DataOnlySIM_08112024.737b682b.pdf

Read the last paragraph in your attached document.

 

[Kiwi8]

Read the last paragraph in your attached document.

I see... thanks for the notification.

I will initiate the termination request after 2 weeks.

 

[Habrosus]

Read the last paragraph in your attached document.

A friend got his line terminated by Simba after they couldn't charge to his overspent credit card. Seemed by the time he got to their office to check why his line had no network, and then wanting to pay the outstanding, he's told he's already exceeded a certain period so they'd to terminate. Couldn't get the number back.

 

[A7997A]

According to this Critical Information Summary the plan will be automatically terminated if there is no top up isn't it?

https://simba.sg/static/media/CIS_SIMBA_DataOnlySIM_08112024.737b682b.pdf

It will automatically try to top up.
But if you have no CC info and no credit, then it is not really an issue and after some time it should be automatically terminated.

Manually terminating it will help terminating it cleanly.

 

[absoluthk]

The best thing about SIMBA is FOC free roaming calls as long as you are calling to SG numbers or receiving from SG numbers.

Simba IDD roaming means can call to or receive calls from anywhere in those 20+ covered countries. The app is optional.

https://support.simba.sg/hc/en-us/articles/15792995970585-What-is-SIMBA-IDD

Now that you have mentioned it, i never take note of T&C is for roaming call as well. I have used Simba mainly for data.

Now I am thinking when previously using voice app.. is it cannot detect location, or it count as roaming call ?

Anyway.. i tried voice app.. it can dial out but cannot dial in.

 

[absoluthk]

I see... thanks for the notification.

I will initiate the termination request after 2 weeks.

one time i did not update my expired credit card, but the line is still able to use.. but it get slower and slower.
until one day it stopped.. need to top up to get it back. but 30 days still count from the last bill cycle.

 

[Byfrost]

Forget about the repeater at home.

Then, how about bad speed outside the house.

I actually cancelled the repeater installation after much thought about it.

So, Just port out. Now, happy with the super speed with another MVNO!

Goodbye and please don't come back ever...

 

[kelvinti]

Goodbye and please don't come back ever...

Ya! I don't see any reason to come back as I have gotten the most awesome lucky number for my primary line now!

 

[Kiwi8]

A friend got his line terminated by Simba after they couldn't charge to his overspent credit card. Seemed by the time he got to their office to check why his line had no network, and then wanting to pay the outstanding, he's told he's already exceeded a certain period so they'd to terminate. Couldn't get the number back.

It will automatically try to top up.
But if you have no CC info and no credit, then it is not really an issue and after some time it should be automatically terminated.

Manually terminating it will help terminating it cleanly.

one time i did not update my expired credit card, but the line is still able to use.. but it get slower and slower.
until one day it stopped.. need to top up to get it back. but 30 days still count from the last bill cycle.

no need, since you use paynow there is no card to deduct from and they will lapse into basic plan for 21 days with unlimited data and then auto termination. this apply to so called "postpaid" plan as well.

if you terminate early there is no refund. best is to fully utilise all the 300gb and unlimited data after that. all fully stated in the link you posted (at the middle of the pdf)


anyhow say, depend on telco and plan one. you old man use singtel postpaid right, dont know anything dont anyhow write. i curse you singtel confirm bill you lots of extra nonsensical add on charges and overuse and overdue charges i tell you for anyhow saying

What gregory_choo wrote has some merit though.

The key question is, will Simba treat the unpaid next month's bill as debt that needs to be cleared and the credit record affected or will they discharge the debt once the line is terminated?