How do I use a cell phone while on Vacation in the Philippines without having to bring my US based units?
Currently, I live in Northern California and have a cell phone subscription with Sprint. I will be traveling to the Philippines for 3 weeks in December, and I do not want to add international roaming on my Sprint phone. I am looking for a solution that I can purchase here in the US to take as long much like those "pay as you go" phones, but on an international level. I am looking to keep in touch with my wife and kids while I visit family for the first time abroad, as well as for security reasons. I have been told to buy any SIM style phone (some suggested Ebay, and to make sure I get a charger), and then buy SIM phone cards while in the Philippines.
Any insight or comments would be greatly appreciated!
THANK YOU VERY MUCH!
BrianB.
One Response
Hengky W
09 Feb 2010
That is correct. I think Sprint is using a CDMA system that only works in certain frequency. You should get a GSM TRIBAND phone (remember, it must have a triband capability since the frequencies in US and Asia are different). Then get a pre-paid SIM card when you arrive in Phillipines, and you’re good to go…