Data Roaming stories
The popularity of smartphones and iPads is putting pressure on 3G networks, making Wi-Fi hotspots a viable alternative.
Vodafone slashes global data roaming costs to $10/MB, offering a significant 93% cut for Australian travel. Promotion ends 26 Aug.
TUANZ Chair Pat O'Connell shares savvy strategies to dodge high mobile charges, turning to WiFi and local phones over costly data roaming.
The Western Roamer, a frequent traveller to Europe, the US, and Australia, faces varied mobile roaming charges but finds data use hotel fees may be costlier.
The Pacific Rim Roamer dodges high mobile roaming costs, opting for local wi-fi in Asia-Pacific's patchy coverage zones.
Telecom's XT Network offers simplified roaming pricing, but there is little difference in cost compared to Vodafone.
