treetops Posted June 24, 2023 Share Posted June 24, 2023 (edited) I hope I've got the terminology correct and I've read a fair bit in here about them, but by no means confident about what I should be looking for. I'm moving location shortly and it apppears this will be the most efficient method of connecting my laptop and TV stick to the internet in my new digs. The new place has a good signal on the AIS SIM in my phone, so I'm tempted to go straight to AIS rather than experiment with other suppliers. Good idea or not? If anyone keeps an eye on Lazada or wherever, can you tell me the current goto SIM package considering I'm a low volume (I think) user? Laptop browsing several hours a day (occcasional youtube vid), TV usually on for a similar amount of time with occasional sport watching, no torrents. Finally, any recommendations on the portable hotspot required? Maybe more important, anything to really avoid? I've read about issues with the Thunder SIM and it's unique hotspot requirements and although I don't think they'll affect me, is there anything similar waiting to catch me out? Thanks all. Edited June 24, 2023 by treetops Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norbra Posted June 24, 2023 Share Posted June 24, 2023 (edited) I'm currently using this AIS Marathon 12 month sim,300mbps and 70GBpm. Lazada 1280baht. Installed as 2nd sim in my phone. Phone Hotspot supports 2nd phone,PC and laptop for internet access,no problems for 3 months use. Download 45mbps Upload 50mbps Ping 23ms. Edited June 24, 2023 by norbra 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NextG Posted June 24, 2023 Share Posted June 24, 2023 If you have a Thai partner, look at GoMo https://gomo.th/package You can obtain unlimited 10Mbps for 149 baht per month. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NextG Posted June 24, 2023 Share Posted June 24, 2023 Was there an impediment to the Thunder SIM? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norbra Posted June 24, 2023 Share Posted June 24, 2023 (edited) 8 minutes ago, NextG said: Was there an impediment to the Thunder SIM? If your question was for me. Unsure if my cheap router and channel 40 are compatible . I have a second Aiis Marathon sim in the router which I use to share traffic loads as my wife uses more than the 70GB monthly allowance Edited June 24, 2023 by norbra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NextG Posted June 24, 2023 Share Posted June 24, 2023 17 minutes ago, norbra said: If your question was for me. Unsure if my cheap router and channel 40 are compatible . I have a second Aiis Marathon sim in the router which I use to share traffic loads as my wife uses more than the 70GB monthly allowance It wasn’t for you. If you have a Thai wife, consider GoMo.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sungod Posted June 24, 2023 Share Posted June 24, 2023 (edited) https://www.advice.co.th/product/4g-5g-router-mifi-aircard/4g-5g-router/4g-router-tp-link-tl-mr100-wireless-n300 I use this router with a DTAC SIM. Sim is unlimited Max download speed 30mbps for 1 year. https://www.lazada.co.th/products/i977508811-s10680212926.html?urlFlag=true&mp=1&tradePath=omItm&tradeOrderId=685602746934804&tradeOrderLineId=685602747034804&spm=spm%3Da2o4m.order_details.item_title.1 Works OK in a 2nd location for browsing and streaming. Edited June 24, 2023 by sungod 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treetops Posted June 24, 2023 Author Share Posted June 24, 2023 1 hour ago, NextG said: Was there an impediment to the Thunder SIM? The channel thing as mentioned and therefore the need to pair it up with a specific spec of router to get the best use, and I don't think it is an AIS product which is my first choice for SIM. 1 hour ago, NextG said: If you have a Thai partner, look at GoMo https://gomo.th/package You can obtain unlimited 10Mbps for 149 baht per month. I can see the website in English, but don't see the deal you mention. Can you point me in the right direction, and also explain the reference to having a Thai partner? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NextG Posted June 24, 2023 Share Posted June 24, 2023 20 minutes ago, treetops said: The channel thing as mentioned and therefore the need to pair it up with a specific spec of router to get the best use, and I don't think it is an AIS product which is my first choice for SIM. I can see the website in English, but don't see the deal you mention. Can you point me in the right direction, and also explain the reference to having a Thai partner? You should have gone to Specsavers ☺️ Thai only sign ups. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NextG Posted June 24, 2023 Share Posted June 24, 2023 27 minutes ago, treetops said: The channel thing as mentioned and therefore the need to pair it up with a specific spec of router to get the best use, and I don't think it is an AIS product which is my first choice for SIM. I can see the website in English, but don't see the deal you mention. Can you point me in the right direction, and also explain the reference to having a Thai partner? Did you check your existing router for Band 40? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treetops Posted June 24, 2023 Author Share Posted June 24, 2023 22 minutes ago, NextG said: ☺️You should have gone to Specsavers Indeed, in my defense I was only looking at the main packages, not the top ups! 17 minutes ago, NextG said: Did you check your existing router for Band 40? Per the OP, I still have to decide on a router as part of my move to a new system so not looked at individual specs yet. From my brief perusal, the routers I have seen are mainly 4G, not 5G (I've only looked at a couple so far). From my described usage would the slower speeds affect me adversely Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NextG Posted June 24, 2023 Share Posted June 24, 2023 1 minute ago, treetops said: Indeed, in my defense I was only looking at the main packages, not the top ups! Per the OP, I still have to decide on a router as part of my move to a new system so not looked at individual specs yet. From my brief perusal, the routers I have seen are mainly 4G, not 5G (I've only looked at a couple so far). From my described usage would the slower speeds affect me adversely Aaah… it was norbra who mentioned a router. Darned hijackers ☺️ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NextG Posted June 24, 2023 Share Posted June 24, 2023 3 minutes ago, treetops said: Indeed, in my defense I was only looking at the main packages, not the top ups! Per the OP, I still have to decide on a router as part of my move to a new system so not looked at individual specs yet. From my brief perusal, the routers I have seen are mainly 4G, not 5G (I've only looked at a couple so far). From my described usage would the slower speeds affect me adversely 4G or 4G+ 5G is for SIM packages with no speed caps. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NextG Posted June 24, 2023 Share Posted June 24, 2023 Your first ports of call should be investigating the Thunder SIM and GoMo. Even with your usage, you can easily go over the 3GB per day allowance of an AIS Marathon SIM. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treetops Posted June 24, 2023 Author Share Posted June 24, 2023 A mate just sent me this. Plenty data by the look of it and speeds "are not capped". A bit more expensive than those on Lazada. Is it worth pursuing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NextG Posted June 24, 2023 Share Posted June 24, 2023 15 minutes ago, treetops said: A mate just sent me this. Plenty data by the look of it and speeds "are not capped". A bit more expensive than those on Lazada. Is it worth pursuing? No. It’s speed capped at 15 Mbps and you’d have the same 3GB per day even if it wasn’t. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NextG Posted June 24, 2023 Share Posted June 24, 2023 1 hour ago, treetops said: A mate just sent me this. Plenty data by the look of it and speeds "are not capped". A bit more expensive than those on Lazada. Is it worth pursuing? Good you didn’t doubt me ???? https://become-ais-family.ais.co.th/find-by-sim-type?categoryId=4283304 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norbra Posted June 24, 2023 Share Posted June 24, 2023 (edited) 2 hours ago, NextG said: Aaah… it was norbra who mentioned a router. Darned hijackers ☺️ I only responded to Your I'll directed question re thunder sim, In my post preceding your question I described what I was using in simple terms that would be an option for the OP to consider You obviously got your threads crossed Edited June 24, 2023 by norbra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NextG Posted June 24, 2023 Share Posted June 24, 2023 (edited) 2 minutes ago, norbra said: I only responded to Your I'll directed question re thunder sim, In my post preceding your question I described what I was using in simple terms that would be an option for the OP to consider If I don’t quote someone, then the reply is to the OP. I was joking about your being a hijacker… Edited June 24, 2023 by NextG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norbra Posted June 24, 2023 Share Posted June 24, 2023 10 minutes ago, NextG said: If I don’t quote someone, then the reply is to the OP. I was joking about your being a hijacker… No sweat,but I didn't see where the OP had knocked back the thunder sim. On another thread I think you suggested I try the thunder sim thus my response just assuming the question was for me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NextG Posted June 24, 2023 Share Posted June 24, 2023 5 hours ago, treetops said: I've read about issues with the Thunder SIM and it's unique hotspot requirements and although I don't think they'll affect me, is there anything similar waiting to catch me out? 3 minutes ago, norbra said: No sweat,but I didn't see where the OP had knocked back the thunder sim. On another thread I think you suggested I try the thunder sim thus my response just assuming the question was for me From his initial post Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norbra Posted June 24, 2023 Share Posted June 24, 2023 6 minutes ago, NextG said: From his initial post Sorry approaching 90 memory is full of crap no room for too much new info and must cutout speed reading too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buick Posted June 24, 2023 Share Posted June 24, 2023 about two years ago i bought a router directly from the AIS shop. lightweight, has a battery so it can be used for about 4-5 hours w/o being plugged in. i think it was about 2,000thb. not the cheapest option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NextG Posted June 24, 2023 Share Posted June 24, 2023 53 minutes ago, norbra said: Sorry approaching 90 memory is full of crap no room for too much new info and must cutout speed reading too ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treetops Posted June 25, 2023 Author Share Posted June 25, 2023 I've ordered the GoMo SIM recommended above from AIS and a "no-name" router from Lazada. Hopefully here by the middle of the week and I'll try them out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
voyagerUSA Posted June 25, 2023 Share Posted June 25, 2023 I have a related question, doesnt buying a sim card these days require passport ID and your picture taken at the shop? If so how can you get a sim card on Lazada? Or do you then have to go to the shop to activate it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottiejohn Posted June 25, 2023 Share Posted June 25, 2023 11 hours ago, voyagerUSA said: I have a related question, doesnt buying a sim card these days require passport ID and your picture taken at the shop? If so how can you get a sim card on Lazada? Or do you then have to go to the shop to activate it? On receipt of the SIM from Lazada put it in your phone. Have your passport to hand, Log onto the web site of the SIM card provider (DTAC/AIS etc) and follow the instructions! No need to go to the shop! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NextG Posted June 26, 2023 Share Posted June 26, 2023 21 hours ago, treetops said: I've ordered the GoMo SIM recommended above from AIS and a "no-name" router from Lazada. Hopefully here by the middle of the week and I'll try them out. Let’s have a look at the router…. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treetops Posted June 26, 2023 Author Share Posted June 26, 2023 49 minutes ago, NextG said: Let’s have a look at the router…. Just to have a laugh and tell me I should have spent a few hundred baht more for a brand named one? ???? OK, here goes: https://www.lazada.co.th/products/i4250982040-s16824617902.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NextG Posted June 26, 2023 Share Posted June 26, 2023 17 minutes ago, treetops said: Just to have a laugh and tell me I should have spent a few hundred baht more for a brand named one? ???? OK, here goes: https://www.lazada.co.th/products/i4250982040-s16824617902.html It’s a bit limited in the LTE Bands supported. Let us know what actually turns up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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