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TSjames2306
post Apr 9 2023, 09:54 AM, updated 3y ago

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Hello all,

Im looking for some advice.

Recently family member passed away.

Package was Maxis 128.

Now want to keep the line/number active for at least 2+ years.

What is the best option to do this?

This phone will not be actively used, just need to keep active to be able to receive calls/sms/whatsapp. (at home all the time with wifi)

Steps taken already...
Step 1 Change the account name to the next of kin.
Step 2 Change from Maxis128 postpaid to Hotlink prepaid.


Thanks nod.gif

This post has been edited by james2306: Apr 9 2023, 09:56 AM
TSjames2306
post Apr 12 2023, 12:08 AM

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QUOTE(jaetz @ Apr 9 2023, 10:08 AM)
Can try XOX, their prepaid got 365 day validity option(RM25-35) or RM10 every month for a minimum postpaid plan
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Thank you, will research this option.

QUOTE(zeng @ Apr 9 2023, 12:42 PM)
MNP to XOX Prepaid- Normal (neither WAWA nor Black plans).
Within 10 days of sim activation, subscribe in apps any one-off Welcome Deals (Minimum RM30 or more).
Straight away gets 28 months sim validity without further top up.
Thereafter within apps, go to 'Rewards' and redeem for additional 8 months validity totaling 36 months.
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Looks like best bang for buck option, Thank you.

QUOTE(dgboy @ Apr 9 2023, 02:08 PM)
Switch plan to Hotlink Pantas (if not already done)

Buy one year validity for RM30
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I had trouble looking for this in the app. Had to go thru 123 to get it to pop up.

QUOTE(#chihuahua @ Apr 10 2023, 06:59 AM)
Go with Unifi Bebas. Cheapest of all to keep the number. Just need to use data, send sms or calling out every 90 days, then it will extend indefinitely.
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I actually have a backup unifi bebas line. But i worry they might forget to trigger the usage then the sim will expire.

QUOTE(WaCKy-Angel @ Apr 10 2023, 07:02 AM)
Unifi prepiad would be the cheapest but requires usage once every 90 days. Costs around RM25 i thik

Xox no maintenance needed just higher cost i think rm35
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Thank you, looking into XOX now.

TSjames2306
post Apr 12 2023, 12:17 AM

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QUOTE(alexchew_2020 @ Apr 12 2023, 12:14 AM)
unifi mobile prepaid la..new sim rm10 only. free 3gb 4g data.

use on data for evcery <90days. reset cycle. repeat. u will receive email if going terminate soon due to unactive.

can buy call mins aswell. wont burn rm7 60mins i think. very cheap. using it for main number... few years ald.
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i agree, but this use case, rather not have to deal with 90days activity thing really.. older generation and live far away, so less hassle is better.

 

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