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(More customer reviews)I bought this sim card because it seemed like a good concept and as a National Geographic Society member, I trusted that they had done their homework before putting their name on a product of this sort. Unlike some other reviewers, I read the description and was aware of the call-back feature. In practice, it worked well enough in the UK, but in the Netherlands, it could only receive calls. When I tried to make a call, I received a message: "you are forbidden to make this call." And no callback. I ended up buying a Dutch sim card for 10 euros and it worked fine.
On my return to the US, I went back to the Amazon website and got permission to return the card, hoping to get a partial refund (I obviously did not expect a full refund, since the card worked fine in the UK). I sent it back and now, 2 months later, have not received a refund, nor has the card been returned to me. You would think that if the company felt I was not entitle to a refund, they would at least have the decency to return the card to me, since it must have had at least $30 of credit on it.
The bottom line is that in most situations you are much better off buying local sim cards abroad. Apparently the attractive idea of using a single sim card throughout much of the world is difficult to implement, and in any event this company cannot be trusted to deal honestly with its customers.
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Keep in touch even when you're traveling the world with the Talk Abroad International SIM Card and take advantage of low international rates and free incoming calls as you travel the globe. Whether you are a frequent business traveler, or a tourist seeking a reliable yet affordable calling solution, the Talk Abroad International Travel SIM will cover you in more than 100 countries--as well as provide free incoming calls in over 60 countries. Because the Talk Abroad service is a prepaid solution, there are no contracts to sign or monthly bills--ever. It includes 30 minutes of initial call credit to the United States from many popular destinations, and it's easy to recharge or add time to the Talk Abroad SIM by calling customer service 7 days a week.
This package includes just a SIM card that's compatible with GSM-based mobile phone. For international use, it's recommended that you operate an unlocked tri-band (900/1800/1900 MHz) or quad-band (850/900/1800/1900 MHz) GSM phone.
The Talk Abroad International SIM offers the following features:
U.K.-based phone number
Unlimited free incoming calls in more than 60 countries
Low outgoing rates
Prepaid service--no bills, contracts, or hidden fees
One phone number in all destinations
Voice mail, text messaging, and 24/7, U.S. based customer support
Easy to check your call credit 24/7
Easy to add talk time
Uses the same GSM technology that over 200 countries around the world use.
Rates:
Call-to-cell surcharge: US$0.25 / min
Text-messaging (SMS): Incoming: FREE! Outgoing: US$0.60 / msg.
Rates subject to change.
Outgoing base rates vary depending on the points of origination and the destination of calls (Refer to rate above.
It is possible to call countries not listed in the calculator.
Billing increments: 60 seconds
VAS = Recharge, Balance Inquiry & Voicemail access
Activating Your Service: Simply make a call in order to activate your Talk Abroad™ International SIM card. Your service is valid for 12 months from the day of activation. Recharging your SIM card (adding talk time), extends the validity for another 12 months from the day you add the credit.Please note that while the service does work in North America (in areas with GSM coverage), the service is intended for use overseas and therefore, placing a call from your handset in North America is expensive.
Your Phone Number: You will have a UK phone number, regardless of where you are traveling. Your phone number will be clearly marked on the SIM card packaging.
Checking Your Credit: You may check your credit at any time by dialing 187 on your handset. This is a free service. You will receive a text message with your current credit. You will also receive an SMS text message after each call notifying you of your current credit.
Adding Talk Time to Your SIM Card: You can add talk time at any time - together with your purchase as well as prior to and during your trip. Simply call Cellular Abroad 24/7 on our toll free number and we will immediately add talk time for you using your account information already on file or an alternative credit card. Additional call credit is $29 for 30 minutes of talk time (for most popular destinations). Each time you add call credit or "recharge" your account, you will extend your service life for an additional 12 months from the date of the recharge.Previous call credit will accumulate to your new call credit.
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