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€15 for unlimited internet usage

  • 15-01-2012 4:40pm
    #1
    stevoman
    Registered Users Posts: 3,041 ✭✭✭stevoman


    So I have my galaxy s2 for the last few months on the €30 a month package that gives me 1gb of Internet. Last month I went over and this month I have burned through 400mb in 5 days as we don't have Internet at home. I upgraded to unlimited for an extra 15 a month. At the rate I'm using it its probably best so I don't have to keep tabs on it. Anyone find this option better for them?


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  • #2
    srsly78
    Registered Users Posts: 7,157 ✭✭✭srsly78


    Nope. 20Mbit cable is miles better.


  • #3
    Kristopherus
    Registered Users Posts: 11,907 ✭✭✭✭Kristopherus


    If you sign up with Three, you can get unlimited data plus unlimited texts, plus free wk/e calls for €20 a month.


  • #4
    JTMan
    Registered Users Posts: 5,535 ✭✭✭JTMan


    stevoman wrote: »
    So I have my galaxy s2 for the last few months on the €30 a month package that gives me 1gb of Internet. Last month I went over and this month I have burned through 400mb in 5 days as we don't have Internet at home. I upgraded to unlimited for an extra 15 a month. At the rate I'm using it its probably best so I don't have to keep tabs on it. Anyone find this option better for them?

    As the previous poster said, 3 offer unlimited data with a 20 EUR top up.

    See here: http://www.askaboutmoney.com/showthread.php?t=164321
    Top up bundles:
    • €20 Top up: €20 credit and unlimited data and unlimited any network texts and unlimited anytime 3 to 3 calls and unlimited any network weekend calls and unlimited Skype calls. All except regular credit apply for 30 days.

    Outside above bundles:
    • Domestic calls: 29.48 cent per minute plus 9.15 cent per call.
    • Domestic Texts: 12.20 cent per text.
    • International Texts: 13 cent per text (EU) or 25 cent per text (non EU).
    • Webtexts: 333 free domestic webtexts per month.
    • Data: 99 cent per MB or €4.99 for 500 MB with opt-in paid add on.
    • 3 give customers 'free roaming' at domestic rates in several countries including the UK. This means, for example, you can use your domestic data allowance while roaming on 3 UK. The product is called '3 like home'.


  • #5
    ITDemo
    Registered Users Posts: 47 ✭ITDemo


    Would you guys recommend three/3?

    That deals sounds amazing! But I have heard mixed reports about them, mostly bad to be honest.


  • #6
    irishchris
    Registered Users Posts: 3,168 ✭✭✭irishchris


    ITDemo wrote: »
    Would you guys recommend three/3?

    That deals sounds amazing! But I have heard mixed reports about them, mostly bad to be honest.
    Been with them for year now and cant fault them. Changed from prepay 3 to bill 3 and both are flawless. Great speed and unlimited usage for datd were most important factors for me


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  • #7
    TanG411
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,836 ✭✭✭TanG411


    'Unlimited' actually means 15GB a month. Can't fault Three either. Never had a problem.


  • #8
    StaticNoise
    Registered Users Posts: 2,402 ✭✭✭StaticNoise


    +1

    As a regular poster on the Three forum, with good comments and bad comments, I can say that there is 95% positive things said from me about them, and 5% bad. They are miles ahead compared to other networks, in my opinion.

    Give them a go, I say.


  • #9
    longhalloween
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,207 ✭✭✭longhalloween


    ThinksAmoral wrote: »
    'Unlimited' actually means 15GB a month. Can't fault Three either. Never had a problem.

    I have unlimited from Three and it actually is unlimited.

    However I signed up to the €40 a month bundle with the free galaxy 2 (which I lost :( )

    Does anyone know if I can switch down to the lower tariff?


  • #10
    Clay Thankful Gynecologist
    Posts: 0 ✭ Clay Thankful Gynecologist


    I'm with three. For smartphones, there's no better network.

    I actually got a call from a vodaphone rep trying to get me back on their network. They asked me how much do I top up by now, and I said, "Twenty euro a month". They then asked me, "What do I get for that?" I said, "Free texts to any network, free calls to any network at weekends, free 3 to 3 calls and unlimited data." He then told me to stick with three. It's an unbeatable deal at the minute.


  • #11
    rommy
    Registered Users Posts: 44 ✭rommy


    This sounds great i think ill get in on this deal 3 seem great.


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  • #12
    msg11
    Closed Accounts Posts: 3,572 ✭✭✭msg11


    Sounds excellent, think I will get this deal also!


  • #13
    stevoman
    Registered Users Posts: 3,041 ✭✭✭stevoman


    3 do seem to be doing a great deal but I'm on contract with meteor until September's so I can't change to be honest.


  • #14
    Kensington
    Closed Accounts Posts: 3,683 ✭✭✭Kensington


    ITDemo wrote: »
    Would you guys recommend three/3?

    That deals sounds amazing! But I have heard mixed reports about them, mostly bad to be honest.

    Try before you commit.
    If you can get good coverage where you need it, happy days.

    I have found quite a few issues with their network in certain areas of Dublin but then again other areas are fine. I tried raising it with them but it never went anywhere.

    If something goes wrong, their customer service is nothing short of abysmal - both the Irish and India centres. No-one will take accountability, if your issue doesn't fit into the script you will simply hit a brick wall, you'll be fobbed off the phone as a matter of urgency and any promised call backs never materialise.

    A look over at their forum here on boards will show I am by no means alone in my experiences.

    But again, try it out for yourself - you may be one of the lucky ones who get great service.


  • #15
    Kenno90
    Registered Users Posts: 3,184 ✭✭✭Kenno90


    I really want this offer and will cancel my meteor bill for it ( bill pay lite)

    a few questions though. After the month of free everything , will i need to top again straight away to keep getting the offer,

    or can i wait till my remaining credit goes because i'm never going to use 20 quid a month with that offer.

    Is this offer for life , or will it end in a year/ 6 months

    Also what are network speeds like in the City Centre and Country Side (i'm a commuter)

    Cheers Ken


  • #16
    ITDemo
    Registered Users Posts: 47 ✭ITDemo


    Ah brilliant thanks for all the feedback, sounds really good!
    Does anyone know if their prepay plans work on an unlocked phone?

    I presume they would but it says "See mobiles on this plan".
    http://www.three.ie/products_services/priceplans/prepay/index.html

    Also, do I have to top-up every 30 days, or can I leave a gap in between top ups?

    Thanks again!

    P.S Sorry for kind of hijacking thread, just good responses here :)


  • #17
    Clay Thankful Gynecologist
    Posts: 0 ✭ Clay Thankful Gynecologist


    My phone is unlocked (from meteor) and not listed there, and I still get the deal.


  • #18
    JTMan
    Registered Users Posts: 5,535 ✭✭✭JTMan


    ITDemo wrote: »
    Ah brilliant thanks for all the feedback, sounds really good!
    Does anyone know if their prepay plans work on an unlocked phone?

    I presume they would but it says "See mobiles on this plan".
    http://www.three.ie/products_services/priceplans/prepay/index.html

    Also, do I have to top-up every 30 days, or can I leave a gap in between top ups?

    Thanks again!

    P.S Sorry for kind of hijacking thread, just good responses here :)

    The package works on all phones including unlocked phones.

    You can leave gaps between the top ups.


  • #19
    _AVALANCHE_
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,620 ✭✭✭_AVALANCHE_


    3 National Broadband Scheme - how do I escalate a complaint?

    ^^^ONE of many many many similar Threads. Try before you buy.


  • #20
    ITDemo
    Registered Users Posts: 47 ✭ITDemo


    Thanks for the answers lads, really appreciated :)


  • #21
    casandra
    Registered Users Posts: 43 ✭casandra


    You guys are so lucky, here in Gran Canaria Vodafone charge E35 for 2GB, with care, no downloading, lasts about 16 days !!!!!!!


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  • #22
    Kensington
    Closed Accounts Posts: 3,683 ✭✭✭Kensington


    ITDemo wrote: »
    Ah brilliant thanks for all the feedback, sounds really good!
    Does anyone know if their prepay plans work on an unlocked phone?

    I presume they would but it says "See mobiles on this plan".
    http://www.three.ie/products_services/priceplans/prepay/index.html

    Also, do I have to top-up every 30 days, or can I leave a gap in between top ups?

    Thanks again!

    P.S Sorry for kind of hijacking thread, just good responses here :)

    You can leave gaps, but make sure you buy a 500MB bundle for €5 once AYCE expires - internet is charged at 99c/MB outside of a bundle so a youtube video could set you back a few euro in credit.

    Also, on prepay, the internet will not work in areas of no 3G coverage (of which there are many). Only calls and texts outside 3G.

    Finally if you travel up North at all, the 3-UK network is practically non-existant outside Belfast/Newry and you can only use 3-UK on prepay.


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