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And now they're selling bonds to pay for the rice.

And the Ministry of Finance will probably buy all these bonds. Round and round she goes, where she stops, nobody knows.

They've been trying to auction white and Hom Mali but the bids have been deemed too low.

OK, it sounds like you have an AIS SIM in your Nokia 110, which you are utilizing as a GSM data (GPRS/EDGE) dial-up modem while tethered to your PC via Bluetooth. Assuming you have a signal from AIS you should be able to get mobile data, albeit at slow speeds.

My best guess is that you are having issues with the Bluetooth configuration? Did your set-up ever work successfully with the new Bluetooth adapter?

You could also get a USB aircard for less than 1,000 baht, and use your AIS SIM in that device. Or assuming you have 3G from AIS/2100, DTAC or TrueMove H/850, try a new SIM i anew aircard. Again, this is why you have to talk to neighbors to see what is available - trust me someone is using 3G - or be prepared to experiment with different SIMs.

Assuming you are eligible for the InterSIM rates, 00600 can be as low as 1 baht/min to land-lines...

http://truemoveh.truecorp.co.th/3g/sim-truemoveh/prepaid/entry/2271

Calling cards with free local access typically offer these same rates, which are more a function of local regulatory issues (termination fees) in the called country.

http://www.thaitelephone.com/EN/calling-card/thailand/catphonenet/index.php

Can you share any details: history, problems, location, equipment, SIM, plan, promotion?

I'd probably get a known, good, working set-up, then try it in your location.

Topic comes up often, a few theads from many...

http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/682168-success-in-using-a-yagi-antenna-to-improve-cell-phone-reception-in-remote-area/

http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/667798-3g-dtac-weak-signals-external-antenna-possible/

http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/598832-external-antenna-to-a-mobile-phone-any-one-using-this-type-of-connection/

Is anyone having battery issues with their S4? Mine is only 3 months old and has a very annoying issue which seems to be explained here http://www.androidauthority.com/galaxy-s4-battery-swelling-free-replacements-samsung-284308/

Did you ever get this problem sorted?

I've successfully sorted out some SGS4 battery issues re: Exchange Services. but am now running into a lot of complaints re: "Google Play Services" (consuming 60+%). This seems to be a common issue of late, perhaps addressed by Android 4.3, but there is still no release for the SGS4/THL. Play Store rev. is 4.4.21 (I have 4.4.22 on my GNex 4/Android 4.4.)

http://www.androidpolice.com/2013/11/19/its-not-just-you-google-play-services-seems-to-be-a-battery-hog-today/

^ My best guess is that "since 2006" means in the last seven years - BTW, quite by accident I flew out of Suvarnabhumi at 06:30 on 28 Sep. 2006 (UA: BKK-NRT), and that sometimes people check out the official taxi queue, perhaps on their way down to the SARL or seeing a long line and no taxis, head back up to level 4. Again, quite easy to comprehend, but understand we have many here who are challenged by the simplest of concepts, or who do not understand English.

I have used level 4 to grab a taxi, sometimes going to nearby Prawet, or because the official taxi queue is swamped, with a 30+ minute wait. But then, a few years ago during a temporary crack-down, I saw officials pulling people out of taxis on level 4, so not wanting to waste time going up, then down again, just head to level 1 now, and suffer the potential wait, which is 5 min. minimum, 30 minutes maximum. Yes, I often arrive at peak times. And, many air crew, who I have known for years, living here also head up to level 4 to save time.

Not sure how we got down this rat-hole, OK, I do know, this is ThaiVisa, but I think it is safe to say that most people who head up to level 4 do this to save time, rather than money.

Toronto mayor Rob Ford loses more powers

I am really glad he isn't from the US

Seems to be a fairly common problem, south of the border...

Rep. Trey Radel (R-Fla.) charged with cocaine possession

http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/post-politics/wp/2013/11/19/rep-trey-radel-r-fla-charged-with-possession-of-controlled-substance/

He faces a maximum of 180 days in jail and a $1,000 fine.

Good thing he's not black, he be in jail for 20 + years.

Someone post a photo of the new turnstiles as a month ago they where no where to be seen

See post #11 in this thread.

I've had TOT Wi-net for about two years now and recommended it regularly during that time but we've had nothing but problems for the last 5-6 weeks.

Like many things operated by a moribund state agency, there is a big initial flourish then the thing is left to rot away.

As I mentioned in a previous post, "this topology has inherent limitations - line of sight, interference, back-haul capacity, and may not scale. Like anything, it will work until it doesn't.".

Since all up-link bandwidth is shared, and voice gets priority, you should expect spotty performance. But it beats a sharp stick in the eye.

Always a good idea to cancel data plans if you will not be needing them:

How to cancel internet package services

IVR automated service dial dial(free of charge)

Most service providers have buffet, and special number plans, which allow for reduced on-net cost calling.

You'll have to get everyone on the same provider, then grind through the various promotions and plans.

It sounds like you have a good handle on your usage patterns: many short calls, few long calls.

TrueMove H have this Comfortable SIM, which offers quite low cost on-net calling, at least until 28 Feb. 2014:

http://truemoveh.truecorp.co.th/3g/sim-truemoveh/prepaid/entry/2378?ln=en

http://www.thaimobilecenter.com/promotion/Promotion_TrueMove%20H.asp

^ Oops. I didn't read down that far. You are correct. Good until 28 Feb. 2014. Hopefully the CAT and TrueMove networks can handle all these calls.

TV commercials, print ads and and the printed terms and conditions seem clear...

Prepaid. From 20 September to 30 November 2556, or until there is a change of Real Move.

so I guess there was an announcement extending the promotion date until 28 February 2014?

If you want to test apps. with Android 4.3 and 4.4 then you could get a GNex 4 here for 12,900. It comes with 4.3, and Google just released 4.4/KitKat factory images for the GNex 4 a few days ago.

I just flashed 4.4 on my GNex 4, and have not encountered any issues, although a lot of problematic apps. have been updated over the past few days. Great modem/baseband, BTW. (Attached speedtest is from DTAC, before rooting and adding AdAway . )

The GNex 5 does have some unique characteristics/capabilities vis-a-vis 4.4, I guess if you have budgetary constraints then you could order one from the U.S.? I think you could probably land it here for $425 all in, assuming no undue challenges with Thai customs/Excise officials.

A bit off topic but here goes: I pay ais 100 baht for 20 hours. There is no mention of gb. So what have I got? 3g?

Sent from my GT-I9100 using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app

Yes, but...

Time-based plans are usually limited to 384 Kbps for obvious reasons, which can be delivered over 3G, or GSM (2G:GPRS/EDGE: ~ 200 Kbps avg.)

If you want higher speeds you'll have to subscribe to a volume-based plan (daily/weekly/monthly: capped or uncapped, one time or recurring). You might also consider porting to the new AIS/2100 MHz subsidiary (AWN), and maybe get a new SIM.

As I mentioned Note2 is one of the phones with higher spec. and now S4 has a drop in price which both phones will do better than Nexus either on battery or Hardware. HTC devices are also great . This my personal idea and I'm not imposing it . for me I will not consider to buy N5 at 16K+

So buy a Note 2 or SGS4, and stop dreaming about a GNex 5? Seems straight-forward enough to me?

Note that Google does sell un-locked, un-subsidized, Pure Android variants of popular models, on the U.S. Play Store:

HTC One: $599

Samsung Galaxy S4: $649

I still have the will power and self control to not read posts from those that I find irritating or foolish.

So you've built and maintain your own "Ignore" list? The forum feature simply automates your amazing "will power" and "self control".

Seriously, it used to be good when it included the ability to block avatars. I think it got a lot more use then?

Also, be careful if you add someone, and then they later become a Moderator as it is against the ToS to block messages - which is a feature within the "Manage Ignore Preferences" menu - from Moderators.

From the SRTET "Announcement":

However, the development of facilities and commercial zones, including duty-free shops, must be completed before the check-in service can be expanded, he added.

So be patient.

I honestly did not even realize they were still allowing check-in at the CAT; I thought that it had long ago been shut down, and the CAT just now only used to film TV commercials and dramas?

But the TG/OZ web-site has a recent update, which I assume is accurate - the check in from T-3 to T-12 hours is handy...

http://www.thaiairways.com.au/thai_special_offers_desc.asp?special_cat=What's%20New&id=351

I would speak with neighbors to see if CAT/TrueMove H, or TOT have 3G nearby.

AIS may be transitioning from 900 MHz to 2100 MHz in your locale. I honestly can't follow your exact situation - ramblings about TV/CTH et al., are not necessary; more details re: your exact equipment (make/model) and what mobile data plan you've been subscribing to would help, how much data do you need per month, and what is your budget.

Can you share your approximate location?

Then maybe get a shared WiFi device. These allow you to share a mobile data connection in your home via WiFi. Newer smartphones also allow for this capability. http://www.totalaircard.com/categories/3G-Router/3G-Mobile-MiFi/

I am reading this promotion the same as you.

Looks like it is meant for new subscribers, and is good for another twelve (12) days.

Beginning 1 Dec. you'd default to some "normal" per minute on-net and off-net charges.

Definitely a good way to get new customers.

OK, I was misled by your statement in your OP...

"I was thinking of getting a Nexus 4"

to mean that you had not yet purchased this phone.

But then you say...

"I just got it a couple days ago"

so now understand that the "gift" has already been purchased.

Trust me, "someone" is collecting, analyzing, reviewing and archiving "Snaps".

Suspect his investors had at least a little input to the decision?

Evan Spiegel was highlighted in this New Yorker article from April 30, 2012 by Ken Auletta, "Get Rich U", about Stanford...some might enjoy it

On a sunny day in February, Evan Spiegel had an appointment with Wendell and Nasr to seek their advice. A lean mechanical-engineering senior from Los Angeles, in a cardigan, T-shirt, and jeans, Spiegel wanted to describe the mobile-phone application, called Snapchat, that he and a fraternity brother had designed. The idea came to him when a friend said, “I wish these photos I am sending this girl would disappear.” As Spiegel and his partner conceived it, the app would allow users to avoid making youthful indiscretions a matter of digital permanence. You could take pictures on a mobile device and share them, and after ten seconds the images would disappear.

Stanford University is so startlingly paradisial, so fragrant and sunny, it’s as if you could eat from the trees and live happily forever. Students ride their bikes through manicured quads, past blooming flowers and statues by Rodin, to buildings named for benefactors like Gates, Hewlett, and Packard. Everyone seems happy, though there is a well-known phenomenon called the “Stanford duck syndrome”: students seem cheerful, but all the while they are furiously paddling their legs to stay afloat. What they are generally paddling toward are careers of the sort that could get their names on those buildings. The campus has its jocks, stoners, and poets, but what it is famous for are budding entrepreneurs, engineers, and computer aces hoping to make their fortune in one crevasse or another of Silicon Valley.

http://www.newyorker.com/reporting/2012/04/30/120430fa_fact_auletta?currentPage=all

You can buy one here for 12,900; official/localized LG version with local warranty.

The GNEX 4 supports all GSM and 3G bands here so no issues working with any/all mobile service providers. 850/2100 MHz are the required 3G frequencies now.

My GNex 4 (purchased form the Play Store in the U.S.) has the Thai language option in Settings, Language & input, Language. Thai characters are displayed and you can use the DroidSans Thai Keyboard, or one of several others, all available for download from the Play Store.

Larger screen Android phones from Samsung are probably cool these days? The GNex 4, and newer 5, run stock Android, and LG doesn't really promote them here so awareness is probably close to zero.

If giving a phone as a gift which you hope will be used,appreciated and remain un-sold, it may be better to find out exactly what the giftee wants, and then wrap that instead of trying to pass off something you might appreciate.