Half Price O2 Dongles until Thursday 11 March

greenman


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Message Posted:
08/03/2010 17:11

With this being a limited offer, thought I'd start a new topic.



O2 Broadband Dongles at HALF PRICE (£10) until Thursday 11 March 2010.





Look here: http://shop.o2.co.uk/promo/o2mobilebroadband/tab/Pay_and_Go





I use O2 mobiles and find them to be unlocked. Are the O2 Dongles unlocked too?

andrew4232



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Posts: 1543

Message Posted:
08/03/2010 18:35

thats great news apart from O2 are not a provider here !

TheScarlets



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Message Posted:
08/03/2010 18:41

Wouldn't it cost a fortune to use if we buy it in the UK and use in TRNC?



Sorry not very good at this

Hatty


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Posts: 260

Message Posted:
08/03/2010 18:43

If they are unlocked you could use a Telsim/Turkcell sim card

andrew4232



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Posts: 1543

Message Posted:
08/03/2010 18:45

i did not think you could do that with the internet i know you could with a phone

greenman


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Message Posted:
08/03/2010 18:55

andrew4232,

I was aware that O2 are not a provider in the TRNC.

Hoped you'd realise that you can put a Telsim or Turkcell sim card in it as the O2 dongle is unlocked.

greenman

andrew4232



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Posts: 1543

Message Posted:
08/03/2010 19:02

so do they just issue the sim card for the internet without you having to buy the dongle ? as i assume they have a dif sim card in them from the phone

greenman


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Posts: 526

Message Posted:
08/03/2010 19:08

Hi andrew 4232

On the link I gave you it tells you what you get.

Just click on 'view details' and then 'key features'



Here's what it says:



O2 USB Modem E160 Black (or could be pink)



PC and Mac compatible

30 day happiness guarantee

Plug & Play installation

Connection speed up to 3.6Mbps

2GB external memory



What's in the box?



USB Modem

SIM pack containing your Pay & Go SIM and Mobile Broadband number

USB Cable - improves signal reception

greenman


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Posts: 526

Message Posted:
08/03/2010 19:11

When you get it, pop in your Telsim/ Turkcell 3G sim card instead.

Other members who have these sim cards will tell you what to do next if you ask them.

greenman

Hatty


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Posts: 260

Message Posted:
08/03/2010 19:13

One thing to note is that they only have a connection speed of up to 3.6Mbps, I think you can upgrade most dongles to 7.2Mbps by installing the latest software from the manufacturer.

greenman


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Posts: 526

Message Posted:
08/03/2010 19:36

Just searched the O2 forum and there is a suggestion that the O2 connection manager is replaced with the less buggy Huawei E160 software.

See here:

http://www.dc-unlocker.com/downloads/Huawei/Huawei_E160



Haven't tried it yet, but will let you know.

TheSaints



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Posts: 1369

Message Posted:
08/03/2010 19:39

I tried my O2 Dongle and it would not work with the Turkcell sim card...

greenman


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Posts: 526

Message Posted:
08/03/2010 19:59

The saints,

May need to update your software - there was a recognised glitch -



See here: http://www.o2.co.uk/connectionmanager



or replace with the Huawei as mentioned in message 11.

TheSaints



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Posts: 1369

Message Posted:
08/03/2010 20:06

Got a Turkcell Dongle given problem solved

greenman


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Posts: 526

Message Posted:
08/03/2010 22:19

For those wishing to take up this offer, can anyone using an O2 dongle in TRNC give advice as to its suitability.

Thanks

spider


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Posts: 5527

Message Posted:
08/03/2010 22:23

Strange and i do not understand any of all this jargen But how come looking as i now have that my stick thing in my laptop says vodafone and my little card with my pin is tel sim..tiss all strange and i donot understand 3g or 5mgb whats it all about.anyway i just think all this tec,laptop is amazing to think we do not even have a little man in here laughing at me. )))



Spider,X

Groucho



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Message Posted:
08/03/2010 22:28

Spider, Vodafone bought TelSim some time ago. They also own CytaMobile in the south.

spider


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Message Posted:
08/03/2010 23:25

OK thanks more helpful information that goes over my little head...I must surly give this Forum a laugh..i never even knew about them till this one,!! )





Spider,X

Stewart


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Posts: 1107

Message Posted:
09/03/2010 11:24

If required, to unlock a dongle so it is usable with any sim throughout the world, costs £10,



Therefore, in my book, £20 gets you an Unlocked Dongle from o2 ( also available on ebay for £25)



not a bad price?



If anyone wants one, I am out in 20 days time and will add £5

Hatty


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Posts: 260

Message Posted:
09/03/2010 11:36

I do not think this particular dongle can be upgraded to 7.2Mbps

greenman


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Message Posted:
09/03/2010 18:19

Hatty, Can you actually achieve more than 3.2 Mbs in TRNC? The figures given are maximums, and following a USB dongle test in the UK (London), PC Pro called the high speeds a fantasy.

For emailing and general internet usage 3 Mbs is more than enough.

If you are wanting to watch video then the big problem is bandwidth not speed.

Could you let us know what broadband you use and how successful it is?

greenman


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Posts: 526

Message Posted:
09/03/2010 19:44

Update: Just received my O2 USB dongle (excellent service by the way from O2. Next day free delivery and mobile message delivery updates)

Popped in my 3 sim card and am now connected to internet and sending this message.

This does suggest that the USB dongle is sim unlocked.

Would be good to hear if anyone has been successful in using an O2 dongle in TRNC.

Last half price day is Thursday for anyone interested.



greenman

greenman


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Message Posted:
09/03/2010 20:00

Hatty,

Did a speed test here: http://www.broadbandwatchdog.co.uk/speed-test.php



Download: 2.1 Mbps Upload: 0.3 Mbps



Of course the location of the dongle is important so may be able to better these times, but not by much.

gillken


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Posts: 521

Message Posted:
10/03/2010 11:24

Hi



Sorry I am really ignorant, can you explain



The dongle will cost £10 a month?



How much for the sim card?



Is it the same sim card as for a phone?



How much will the sim cost a month?



How much in total will it cost per month for 7/24 internet access?

greenman


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Posts: 526

Message Posted:
10/03/2010 12:16

Hi gilken.

These 'dongles' are USB sticks which take a broadband (3G) sim card (looks like an ordinary mobile phone sim)

I've now received the O2 USB which cost me £10 - that's it, no monthly fee. However, this is a bit like buying a mobile phone without a contract. You now have to pay for your sim connection. Now the beauty of this O2 USB is that you are not limited to using O2 - in other words you can shop around for the best broadband deal. In the TRNC you are limited to Telsim or Turkcell (although you can use a UK sim, but would be very expensive)

I'm not in TRNC so I use a 3 sim card and pay £10 for a month of internet connection. Not sure what it is in TRNC but I'm sure that the information is on this message board.

Hope this helps.

greenman


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Posts: 526

Message Posted:
10/03/2010 12:21

Sorry, should have said the O2 USB comes with an O2 sim card, but you don't have to use it.

gillken


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Posts: 521

Message Posted:
10/03/2010 12:40

Just called O2, very nice man explained that I would require a "data" sim card, do not confuse this with a "voice" sim card.

He told me the data is stored in a packet of maltesers,..............couldn't get past this thought lol

Anyway the "data" sim card goes into the packet of maltesers and finds the maltesers with the information I want, then sends it back to me.

He said this is how he was told.

greenman


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Posts: 526

Message Posted:
10/03/2010 13:39

You get a data sim card with the O2 dongle. Just have to top it up (or use another data card)

Doonhamer


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Posts: 65

Message Posted:
10/03/2010 14:01

so.... would a Turkcell dongle work in another county?

greenman


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Posts: 526

Message Posted:
10/03/2010 14:35

Doonhammer,

If it's unlocked you can put another data sim card into your Turkcell dongle. You will need others to tell you if they are unlocked as I'm in UK.

gillken


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Posts: 521

Message Posted:
10/03/2010 14:39

so how do you go about getting a sim card in Cyprus for the o2 dongle?

greenman


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Posts: 526

Message Posted:
10/03/2010 14:45

Think it's been mentioned above, but to repeat, you need a Telsim or Tukcell data sim card.

The offices for both are on the Lapta road (leave Girne ( pass Colony hotel) for Lefkosa and turn right at roundabout. Tukcell office on the left and Telsim further down on the right.

Doonhamer


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Posts: 65

Message Posted:
10/03/2010 16:36

Thanks greenman - Can anyone here in TRNC, confirm either way, if Turkcell dongles are unlocked?

woody


Joined: 24/02/2008
Posts: 171

Message Posted:
10/03/2010 16:56

Can anyone tell me how much it is to buy the sim card only and prices to top this card up please

woody


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Posts: 171

Message Posted:
10/03/2010 17:00

I have my o2 dongle in Esentepe I go to Turkcell or Telsim shop and ............................. can anyone talk me through the rest please.

Stewart


Joined: 19/07/2008
Posts: 1107

Message Posted:
10/03/2010 18:22

Hi woody...I hope this is right cause I am just about to do the same......go to one of the shops ( situated as stated above )....take in your laptop and ask them to set it up with the new sim card you get from them..if you do not have a laptop...ask them to set it up anyway, after choosing amount of download that is suitable for you.

Stewart


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Posts: 1107

Message Posted:
10/03/2010 18:28

500MG - 14.99



1GB - 24.99



3GB - 44.99



10GB - 89.99



15GB - 139.99



"We got the 12 month 3GB last february and STILL have 16GB left so if you're only here for 3 weeks it may be worth considering the 50MB option. "

Stewart


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Posts: 1107

Message Posted:
10/03/2010 18:31

am not quite sure how 3Gb bought last feb still has 16Gb on it!?...still, you get the picture

woody


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Posts: 171

Message Posted:
10/03/2010 18:36

Thanks Stewart thing is nobody has actually said that the o2 dongle works with Turkcell or Telsim

woody


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Posts: 171

Message Posted:
10/03/2010 18:47

Whilst we are on the subject what is the speed like heading out towards Bacheli I want this for email and skype

Hatty


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Posts: 260

Message Posted:
10/03/2010 19:19

I think the O2 dongle is unlocked and will work with either Telsim or Turkcell sim cards.



I do not think a Turkcell dongle is unlocked as they are part of Vodafone and there's are locked but you can get them unlocked on line for about 10 euros.



Try this for the Telsim costs



http://www.kktctelsim.com/?ver=00

woody


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Posts: 171

Message Posted:
10/03/2010 19:47

IS ANYONE USING THE O2 DONGLE YET

greenman


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Posts: 526

Message Posted:
10/03/2010 22:53

Hi Woody,

I agree, it would be helpful if someone in N Cyprus who is using an O2 dongle could let us know.

The issue is whether the O2 dongle is unlocked and my message 22 suggest that it is. However confirmation from a TRNC user would be good.

woody


Joined: 24/02/2008
Posts: 171

Message Posted:
10/03/2010 23:17

Well there's 24 hours left to order one and I have to say it's not looking good ! £10 is only a bargin if it works

greenman


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Posts: 526

Message Posted:
10/03/2010 23:30

Just looked on eBay and you can get the O2 USB at a 'Buy it now' for £24.95 or there is an auction for one ending in just under an hour. Currently £15 + £2.50 postage.



I would say at £10 delivered it's a bargain, and worth the risk (not that I think there is one)

andrew4232



Joined: 04/07/2009
Posts: 1543

Message Posted:
11/03/2010 08:29

am not aware that either turkcell ot telsim just sell the data sim cards without the dongle/ usb modem otherwise there is no point in having any other make of dongle/usb modem when you can get them from turkcell or telsim can anyone clear this question thats living here and done it !

Stewart


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Posts: 1107

Message Posted:
11/03/2010 10:46

Hi....mine is being delivered today....I will be trying on my arrival next week..will let u know

Hatty


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Posts: 260

Message Posted:
11/03/2010 11:23

Turkcell and Telsim will supply just the data sim card, I have had both

Stewart


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Message Posted:
11/03/2010 11:25

Dear hatty....any preference....for use in Esentepe?

girne 29


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Posts: 1488

Message Posted:
11/03/2010 12:12

A lot of shoulds and coulds.

Can someone please confirm that they use an unlocked dongle with telsim, and what dongle is it.

Hatty


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Posts: 260

Message Posted:
11/03/2010 12:28

I have an unlocked Huawei E220 dongle (ex 3 mobile), it works with both Telsim and Turkcell data sim cards in the TRNC (I have had both), I see no reason why any other unlocked dongle would not work.



My preference is for Telsim because I think it is cheaper.



I cannot get 3G (blue light) in Bahceli (only 2g - green light) as yet, as the mast is not close enough, I can get 3G on the main road around Esentepe so the mast must be there somewhere and I am led to believe you can get 3G in Tatlisu - another mast. I am out next week so I will have a drive around and try and confirm. 2G is ok at my house for internet browsing and e-mails but it is a bit slow, I can use the text facility on skype with 2G but not the phone or video, I can use the video and phone when I am in a 3G area.



Both Tesim and Turkcell tell me they are planning additional masts so the coverage should get better, but this is the TRNC so I will not hold my breath



Hope this helps

girne 29


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Posts: 1488

Message Posted:
11/03/2010 15:41

Thank you Hatty.Thats all the info I need.

Stewart


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Posts: 1107

Message Posted:
12/03/2010 11:48

Thanks hatty....Esentepe should be good..the mast is half way up towards the village....Have recieved my £10 dongle from o2...will give it a try when i arrive in 2 weeks..thanks for all your help

Stewart


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Posts: 1107

Message Posted:
12/03/2010 12:03

ps the o2 ones are Huawei dongles

Stewart


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Message Posted:
12/03/2010 12:04

Offer now extended for whole of March

andrew4232



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Posts: 1543

Message Posted:
12/03/2010 18:13

cheers thanks

Stewart


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Posts: 1107

Message Posted:
13/03/2010 16:07

Hi.....the link http://www.dc-unlocker.com/downloads/Huawei/Huawei_E160 works well..will try it with the new sim card next week

Stewart


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Posts: 1107

Message Posted:
14/03/2010 12:35

Hi.....The £10 Dongle bought from the o2 offer, has been unlock and does work with any sim card..confirmed

greenman


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Posts: 526

Message Posted:
14/03/2010 18:01

Thank you Stewart. I understand from your previous posts that you are not in the TRNC for another week. Would appreciate a further post on how you get on with the dongle there, and which data sim you use - I believe you're in the Esentepe area.

greenman

Stewart


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Posts: 1107

Message Posted:
15/03/2010 00:28

Dear Greenman, no problem....I unlocked the o2 ( not sure wether it needed to be unlocked ) but went through the process as above ( took two mins )....then tried it with a t mobile sim..it worked no problem....so it is currently accepting any sim...will let u know which network is best next thurs ( via the dongle! )



Damned good offer £10 for an unlocked Dongle...think I may offer them on ebay for £20! ( would be the cheapest available )...some ebay sites are requesting £10 just for unlocking! ie no dongle

Mallard


Joined: 14/05/2009
Posts: 107

Message Posted:
15/03/2010 07:56

I have tried getting into the O2 site but it is denying access saying they cannot sell to overseas buyers. Any suggestions please?

Hatty


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Posts: 260

Message Posted:
15/03/2010 08:32

Update. I am in Bahceli, near the sea, could only get 2G but now get 3G, E220 dongle, Telsim data card

bjrice


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Posts: 53

Message Posted:
15/03/2010 08:43

hatty, can you tell me how much you paid for the telsim sim card.

Stewart


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Posts: 1107

Message Posted:
15/03/2010 09:14

from bootsie? earlier last week:

prices are:

Dongle - 139TL

500MG - 14.99

1GB - 24.99

3GB - 44.99

10GB - 89.99

15GB - 139.99

"We got the 12 month 3GB last february and STILL have 16GB left so if you're only here for 3 weeks it may be worth considering the 50MB option."

greenman


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Posts: 526

Message Posted:
03/04/2010 13:21

Stewart. Hope you're settled in TRNC with your new O2 dongle :o)

Can you update on how you have found it?

Which area you are in?

Which data sim are you using?

Many thanks

Stewart


Joined: 19/07/2008
Posts: 1107

Message Posted:
04/04/2010 12:49

Hi Greenman

Am now back..the dongle worked great..in esentepe...but..

1. bought from Turkcell

2. needed to take my laptop to them to set it up..one guy was an expert..did it in minutes..not straightforward

3. VERY expensive for the week...could only buy 4gb / month worth as a minimum...16ytl for the sim...60ytl ( minimum for the month...good value if you are using for a full month, so cost was 76ytl for a week!

4. Friday evening was VERY busy...soooo slow it stopped...could not use it for a coupple of hours.

all other times was great...skype worked perfectly as did recieving / sending emails...watching tv online was not bad either

5. easy to log on once set up

greenman


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Posts: 526

Message Posted:
04/04/2010 13:03

Thank you Stewart.

i'll copy your reply to the other USB Dongle post if you don't mind to try and generate a few more replies.

Hopefully your good assessment will inspire others to share their experiences of mobile internet in the TRNC.

greenman

Stewart


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Posts: 1107

Message Posted:
04/04/2010 18:22

Dear Greenman...I will try the telsim when I come over for June...will let you know how that works...if anyone is still interested....also anyone wanting an unlocked dongle form the uk..let me know