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I encountered this problem about a year ago: Some of the US carriers require a 5G phone to work on their networks. Is the Samsung. S10 5 G capable? For ATT a 5G phone is required but only certain models will work on its network. I would suggest researching some of the US cell phone companies very carefully before you leave. I have a 5G capable Samsung phone and so fare T-Mobile has not been a problem. I spent 3 weeks back in California and bought a prepaid sim at a local T-Mobile store..
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I'm in CNX and two weeks ago I was locked out of the Bangkok Bank app as well. I called the customer service help line (sometimes it is not so helpful), Through trial and error and in the end the only I can access the bank app was to deactivate the Anti-Virus software on the phone. So every time I use prompt pay or access my account I have to first deactivate the anti-virus software. So far I have not been able to determine why this only impacts the Bangkok Bank Application. I have lived in LOS long enough to know the most important thing when it comes to dealing with Thai People or Thoi companies is: NEVER ASK WHY.
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Chiang Mai’s haze crisis: Health and tourism at risk
sqwakvfr replied to webfact's topic in Chiang Mai News
Came back from BKK yesterday and the skies around CNX still looked like the Haze was hovering over the city. BKK had rain for two days the air was a little better. -
Does your Thai partner know much about history outside of Thailand?
sqwakvfr replied to sharksy's topic in General Topics
I even asked some Thai’s “who’s is Tiger Woods?”. The answer is “who he”. I thought for sure at least some would know one of the greatest golfers is half Thai. -
Mysterious death: Australian tourist found dead in police station cell
sqwakvfr replied to webfact's topic in Phuket News
I have taken people to jail many times. A pre booking search is supposed to remove, inventory and store everything a prisoner has. This even includes shoe laces because an improvised noose can be made from them. In terms of CCTV, it is impossible to watch a prisoner 100% of the time. Cell checks should have been conducted at least every 60 minutes or 30 minutes. Also, does anyone think jail personnel are trained in first aid or even CPR in LOS? I doubt it.- 112 replies
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Which one? Lotus, Orchid or Ban Din Ki?
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I heard from a local business person that possibly a Terminal 21 Chiang Mai in the future? But even she said “this is Thailand, so who knows”. It could also be used as movie set for a zombie or post apocalypse world.
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I am not in BKK. I am in CNX. I went to the 90 Day reporting window and was given the receipt for the next 90 day report date. I have lived in the same place for many years but sometimes if you stay at a hotel in Thailand the TM-30 system appears to indicate that the hotel is your new residence. For TM-30 reporting or update a rental agreement if you are a renter and probably proof of ownership if you own a condo.
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Are there any 'normal' farangs living in Thailand?
sqwakvfr replied to bob smith's topic in ASEAN NOW Community Pub
Very few are “Normal”. If I was “normal” I would probably would not have ever moved to LOS. My first year I met a guy who said he had two passports(I presumed he was a dual citizen?). Anyway his favorite topic was a well known visa agency that can do “everything” for the right price and I should contact them immediately and mention his name. He failed to register the fact I was on an OA and was good for almost two years. He had never heard of an OA visa and kept on talking about this magical visa agency. I avoid this guy as much as I can. HIs other pitch was for an optometrist who did LASIK. He again said I should get my eyes done even though I had excellent vision. Also, I had to mention his name if I contact the optometrist. I never contacted the Visa Agency or the optometrist. Anyway, I prefer to have conversations that do not require the “hard sell”. -
Does anyone agree with her demands?
sqwakvfr replied to sqwakvfr's topic in US & Canada Topics and Events
But as usual she said the key word that most are yelling out loud: "Free". Many might support her if she had said in a humble manner that because of her large size she would be willing to pay extra for a larger seat. I do recall that there are things called "Business" class seats that are bigger. But what I do know. This just appears to be a growing trend in America where 1) It is not my fault 2) It is not my responsibility 3) It has to be free or someone else has to pay. The other con that I have heard from some former Law Enforcement friends is this. When a black person is stopped for shoplifting many are saying "this is reparations for slavery and you can't arrest me". Kind of odd because California never had slaves from Africa. I might be going back to the US permanently next year and I can't wait to sell all this in person. Actually not really. -
As an American I am utterly speechless at the things that are coming out of my home country.
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Is Immigration closed today nationwide?
sqwakvfr replied to Bingo66's topic in Thai Visas, Residency, and Work Permits
Confirmed. Went by the CNX Central Festival location and it was closed. -
Songkran to generate billions in revenue for Thailand
sqwakvfr replied to webfact's topic in Thailand News
Especially after all the 300 Baht waters guns are sold. -
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Well my experience was working in Kuwait and things were more or less Black and White there. The best times were the days I spent in Dubai, Doha or Manama. Pretty much anything one wanted and could afford was available in Dubai. But in the end I turned down a job in Dubai because I just got tired of living in that part of the world. It is not for everyone.
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Bangkok voted No.3 top destination for backpackers 2023
sqwakvfr replied to webfact's topic in Bangkok News
I see backpackers all over Chiang Mai. I saw two talking over whether or not to eat at my favorite Thai Restaurant. In the end they walked because Ginger Chicken with steamed rice was 80 Baht. It’s 80 Baht because the quality of the food is good and every dish is made to order. More backpackers are needed to keep the hostels going strong. -
"And masking up would also be sensible in areas where the PM2.5 particulate matter was high." ??? That would be everywhere for us in Chiang Mai. Also, what if I get doused with water? This will surely ruin the mask I am wearing (what is this 2020 again). Lately whenever the AQI below 200 it is a good day. Wait I spoke to soon because the AQI is now 245 and we are just two days from the start of Songkran.