Thursday, April 23, 2009

Taking a new mobile number while in Singapore

While in Singapore you can take a new number because it will save your money a lot. You have to take points in your mind. Some of them can be mentioned as you have to carefully check the validity of the top up card. You need to make it sure that the card has longest possible validity dates. In this way you won’t loose the card soon.

Some of the other facilities are there which can also be enjoyed after taking the new SIM card in Singapore. These are listed as Roaming facility, Voice Mail, International as well of course domestic dialing, SMS, Caller ID, WAP access, Call Waiting, Call transfer, Free Emergency Numbers, and Call Barring. Don’t think that it cost much to you. The Top up value cards are available from around Sin$15. You will get it in numerous locations around Singapore.

Singlet and M1 are the two places where you will get new SIM for your mobile. Usually they offer good discounts and packages such as if you are taking a new connection you can get some small gift. Singtel is recommended as the service is better there. At Singtel local SMS cost Sin$ 0.10 while for global SMS costs Sin$ 0.20. M1 costs Sin$ 0.104 per SMS.

The reason of this difference in rates is mainly because of the competitive market. In a very short period of time the rates change. The companies have some special pack such as if you chat more than you SMS and vice versa with different rates. It depends on the style you prefer. It is important to carry the passport with you while you go to the shop for taking the SIM card. The ID or passport number will be used in case your phone is ever stolen or lost or if the SIM card breaks down. If any one of those things happens, there is a chance to transfer your existing number to a new SIM card. Afterwards the old SIM card will be disconnected by the service provider.

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