Instructions To Configure Ipad 3G In Thailand: Truemove

[jhs]

The information is out there, but it becomes incorrect as time passes. This information is accurate as of summer, 2010.

The iPad can be difficult to activate because the microSIM works in few phones, and most TrueMove support numbers require dialing from a True phone.

I am using the TrueMove post-pay microSIM with the iPack "promotion" (i.e. service package), called "Microsim 699" in my receipt. This is the most official route one has at this time in Thailand.

I purchased brand new service from the True shop so my SIM card was already activated. However I successfully inserted the Micro SIM into an old Samsung SGH-M200 and placed a call. I simply jammed it deep into the SIM slot; using a needle and thread through the plastic portion to pull it back out. (Not terribly wise in hindsight but it worked after a few tries.) This implies one could cut, using guides from the web, a standard SIM (even prepaid) from any carrier and perhaps get it working.

How to configure the iPad to use TrueMove 3G data.

1. Go into the Settings app
2. Tap: Cellular Data
3. Turn "Cellular Data" ON
4. Turn "Data Roaming" OFF
5. Tap: APN Settings and input the following verbatim
   1. APN: internet
   2. Username TRUE
   3. Password TRUE

To confirm:

1. Go into the Settings app
2. Tap: Wi-Fi
3. Turn "Wi-Fi" OFF

After a moment you should see "TRUE 3G" at the top. Run Safari! I also suggest the speedtest.net iPhone app which can hit the thaivisa Bangkok server.

I would appreciate additional, confirmed information about other carriers as well as prepay usage.

I would not appreciate opinions about the iPad or anything else. Let's keep this thread factual and useful for those needing fast info. Thanks!

[stellatje]

Hi there

Thanks for the info.

I did the exact same purchase, brand new Postpay 3G+WIFI Sim with 699 service, I reckon the SIM was activated as well(I didn't go buy it personally), and all settings are done as you said, however there is no "3G" sign showing up on the topleft corner 1 hour after inserting the SIM in and ofcoz my iPad still can't access to internet without a WIFI.

Seems you had made a phonecall, So i'm wondering if I need to make phonecall before insert it into iPad? if yes, what number to call?

Thanks a lot for your help.

[lomatopo]

The activation instructions are included in the package.

Quote:

"Simply dial 9300 and press SEND or press #110# and press SEND. Then follow the interactive instructions. You can use your phone in 15 minutes after the confirmation."

So this implies you need GSM voice capability, i.e. a handset. I guess if I didn't have an iPhone to activate it I would just go to a True Shop and have them activate it. For a post-paid account I assume you'd have to go to a shop anyway, so they can verify your eligibility for a contract, where they could activate it for you.

TrueMove micro-SIM Pre-pay options

For those who are adventurous you could wade into the TOT 3G pool. At least one of the MVNOs has a uSIM card.