48.ie - Was 7.99/month - 100 GB, all calls, all texts, 10 GB EU data - [Now 10.99]

Mimikyu · 01-02-2023 9:07am

New SIM arrived. Log in and enter the activation code and my number was changed over immediately.

Was a bit concerned for about ten mins as signal was 1/2 bars and only getting 10mbps on a speed test but it jumped back up to full signal and 170mbps.

SIM toolkit is still there with all the same options for roaming, etc. Thought this might have been gone. Be interesting hearing if roaming is actually better for anyone.

Banjo Carney · 01-02-2023 10:37am

Is the change of sim only for solving roaming issues does it help with slow speeds or dropouts at home at all.

robwen · 01-02-2023 3:41pm

Is everyone getting emails to replace sim or is it just people with older sims are being notified?

I haven't got any communication to get a replacement sim or I see no mention of it in app or the website

Banjo Carney · 01-02-2023 3:53pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120187448#Comment_120187448

See @amber2 post above for how to order a replacement sim

cakedrive · 01-02-2023 8:17pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120185631#Comment_120185631

Yeah they fixed roaming thankfully. Used to get 2g speeds and now getting 4g abroad and I'm delighted. I did notice my pixel decided to deselect all APNs as soon as I went abroad and auto inserted a slow roaming specific APN. I remembered from some threads here that 48months.liffeytelecom.com is now the APN to use both at home and abroad so when I created a new APN for it, I started getting 40mbps+ 4G again.

I'm delighted at the changes and the EU forcing this rule through in the summer. Previous trips on 2g wasn't even good enough for whatsapp.

robwen · 01-02-2023 9:06pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120187514#Comment_120187514

I know how to order a replacement sim, my query was is it necessary

robwen · 01-02-2023 9:09pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120188804#Comment_120188804

So were u contacted to order a replacement sim for roaming or did your current sim suffice?

cakedrive · 01-02-2023 9:41pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120189037#Comment_120189037

Nobody contacted me about a new sim. I'm using the same SIM I've had since the 7.99 offer launched.

Now I'm able to use the same APN in Ireland and abroad without using the SIM Toolkit and get good quality 4g roaming. On the same sim.

beachhead · 02-02-2023 1:42am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120187448#Comment_120187448

Emails could be going to people who have been roaming or who contacted 48 over roaming issues.Maybe rolled out wider after that run.

not1but4 · 07-02-2023 10:47am

For what its worth I was in NI last week and I had to go through the SIM app (48 SIM Menu) to get roaming to work. Was again in NI yesterday with the new SIM and I didn't have to change any setting for roaming to work (i.e. it happened automatically). Only thing I noticed was my speed was slower than the week before but that could of been for other reasons.

DopeTech · 07-02-2023 4:57pm

Question for any current subscribers, Is 5g enabled on 48 yet?

not1but4 · 07-02-2023 5:48pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120211922#Comment_120211922

People have reported picking up 5G in certain areas. See https://confusedbird.com/thread-146.html

I'd personally say we'll be waiting a while before it's common place. I personally think they'll drag it out as long as possible so to get people off the 8e a month deal.

DopeTech · 07-02-2023 6:22pm

Thanks, I was with them previously and had decent 4g speeds. Once they implement esim I’ll be back to them. Hopefully sooner rather than later. 3uk started rolling it out a few days ago so hopefully 3irl and 48 do the same soon.

beachhead · 07-02-2023 8:10pm

5G does appear but it's not consistent.

MarkR · 08-02-2023 12:03pm

Probably depends on where you are. I get quite a bit of 5G around Limerick and Clare. Saying that, 5G is no guarantee of fast speeds even when you have the icon.

beachhead · 10-02-2023 12:52am

Any one got problems since changing to the new roaming sim card on 48/ No outgoing calls or SMS or any data for 8 days now.They are "looking into it".Otherwise known as a black hole.Email going to COMREG on Sat morning for Monday reading.

PeterDuggan · 10-02-2023 1:08am

Yes I'm only getting 4G and 2-3 bars now whereas I used to regularly get 4G+ and 4-5 bars.

gar · 10-02-2023 5:06pm

In the UK now since changing to the new SIM. No signal. 48 Sim menu not doing anything like before. Thankfully dual SIM phone and other part working

DownByTheGarden · 10-02-2023 7:10pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120222359#Comment_120222359

Yes. two 48 sims 2 weeks old and we both lost all connection, bith voice and data as soon as we crossed into northern ireland last week.

waynescales1 · 10-02-2023 7:32pm

Just ordered a new sim, how long does it take to arrive?

beachhead · 10-02-2023 8:05pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120225538#Comment_120225538

2/3 days and pray to the gods that it works.

7 days since I changed mine over.4 of those with no service at all.Remaining 3 days with no outgoing service - no call,SMS or data.Still waiting.Complaint gone to Comreg this evening.It's a technical issue says 48 chat-that's all they ever have.

beachhead · 10-02-2023 8:10pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120225437#Comment_120225437

I would advise all affected by the new roaming sims and losing service to complain to Comreg straightaway.No point in engaging with 48 chat after initially informing them of your problem.

TheDriver · 11-02-2023 5:31pm

Comreg only entertain a complaint if you've already tried the 48 complaints procedure.so formally complain, get a complaint number, wait the 7 days or whatever and then go to comreg.

TheDriver · 12-02-2023 2:49pm

Got new sim last week. Went abroad (EU) and roaming worked straight away, no settings change required. 4G with great speed.

beachhead · 13-02-2023 2:03am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120229278#Comment_120229278

Comreg do actually state that.It's not a new procedure.

flazio · 19-02-2023 12:23pm

Kind of confused, got a sim with the intention of porting my Vodafone number over, have a dual sim Sony Xperia 5ii and am buying the 5iv from Harvey Norman for a grand and need a cheaper contract to offset the big upfront cost. (currently €35pm, down from €40pm when I bought the 5ii on a 24 month contract).

Had the two sims in the phone, no issues with 48, ready to buy the membership for the advertised €12.99pm when I'm brought to a contract summary page on the app which says the total cost is €25.98pm

I'm sorry, what? Is there really another 12.99 in vat a month or something?