no wonder the rm20/mth BB wif free Modem expires on 31/Oct .........

we can actually start registering for this new 42Mbps HSPA in Oct but i am based in Seremban, too bad

My youtube streaming getting reallyyyy slow since last few days

Is it true to say that the modem costs RM100 if you take the one with modem package?

not true, cuz that RM100 u paid upfront will be rebated in 5 monthly RM20 reduction in ur bill.. so u actually not paying the RM100

Then what about the modem itself after 6 months does it belong to you or you will have to return it? I don't think I see it in the site maybe I should check the TnC @ the site mmm

i guess its yours to keep

Are you sure?

Anyway, anyone know if you're using UBroadband Prepaid can you generate monthly bill statements? And actually what's the difference between prepaid/postpaid for the HSPDA 3G Modem?

I know I read all the TnCs and went @@ cos there's like for handphone and laptop ones as well

Ya I asked the staff before, it'll belong to you no matter when u terminate.. not necessarily after 6 months..

Oh nice thanks. =D

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So if any kind soul can help me figuring the below out as well?

Anyone know if you're using UBroadband Prepaid can you generate monthly bill statements? And actually what's the difference between prepaid/postpaid for the HSPDA 3G Modem?

u can even terminate after the first mth

but who would if its UB40

so basically the modem is yours immediately after signup.

(handphone image)
prepaid = prepaid voice plan + ubroadband tag-on <-- prepaid credit must be enough to subscribe each plan
postpaid = postpaid voice plan + ubroadband tag-on <-- each plan's price will be calculated together with voice during bill cycle (voice + data)

laptop (image) = ubroadband data-only (no voice call functionality) <-- similar to postpaid but without voice. u will get the monthly bills for data-usage


prepaid/postpaid + ubroadband can be used on 3G modem too, but i think it's more targeted for mobile devices usage (phone).

laptop data-only sim is more of full-time broadband using 3G modem (for those who dont need voice plans).

This post has been edited by cybpsych: Oct 26 2010, 09:44 AM

Hey thanks guys for the prompt reply. I'm really contemplating hard cos:

1. Previously I tried MaxisBB and coverage problem in Wangsa cos two towers got problem (they say it'll be fixed in 2weeks/1month)
   
2. So I returned MaxisBB as it's still within 7 days.
   
3. I tried a UMobile sim (RM8) on my phone and modem and it showed 98% 3G
   
4. I use it at home and for work (and that means I need the receipt to claim)
   
5. Maxis one can generate from their portal while I'm not sure about UBroadband prepaid
   
6. Maxis coverage throughout Malaysia seems more awesome than UBroadband (Klang Valley area only and Ipoh Johor)
   
7. Maxis got contract 6 months while UMobile don't (till 31st Oct)
   

So hard to choose

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saw your edit



So for the laptop sim must get specifically from UMobile? Cos I Asked the shop in my area they only have the prepaid. =X So my 018 SIM no use already if I can't generate monthly bills lol.

This post has been edited by eXPeri3nc3: Oct 26 2010, 09:47 AM

eXPeri3nc3, do you have any existing modem?

if yes, use your existing Umobile prepaid and purchase UB68 plan. Test it for a month or two.

dont think there is bill for ubroadband/prepaid

yes, service ctr to get the data-only sim.

Nope the one I tried was using Maxis's that I unlocked. XD

But returned it already. 2nd hand modems don't come too cheap too.

Ohh I see thanks.

get the maxis e1762 modem from this seller: http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/1367324

RM108 per unit only.

Woo nice. But I found a cheaper one for RM90 without shipping. But that one can't receive calls and everything I guess.

What's the use of it anyway, I mean does anyone use their BB cards to receive calls?

Anyway thanks for the link appreciate it Will contact the seller

I just got mine with U yesterday. Works far better than Pi.. even though I m on 10th flr. My average speed were 2.3. I will stick to U until unifi come..

I am using Umobile since 1 month ago because of its mobile internet.. i think its not bad bcoz they concentrate on their 3G service.. and i am subscribing for the second month with UB20 for rm20 average speed.. maxis 100mb is RM18 and slow..compare them..maxis is really ****.. overcharged many of its customers with the mobile internet subscription.. i am one of the victims.. =/ umobile for me is quite good.. ^^

Can you elaborate on the overcharged issue? As I'm aware of Maxis one isn't too far off UMobile's rates. I know Celcom is the stupid one with the rates.