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Avoiding Roaming Charges in 2025: 3 Simple Tricks That Work
- Avoiding roaming charges in 2025 is crucial for travelers to prevent excessive phone bills post-vacation.
- Three effective tricks for dodging roaming fees include using an eSIM, strategically utilizing free Wi-Fi, and disabling roaming and background data.
- eSIM, a digital SIM card in phones, allows users to access affordable data plans globally without physical SIM card changes.
- Utilizing free Wi-Fi smartly by pre-downloading maps, content, and using VPNs enhances data security while connected.
- Turning off roaming and background data in phone settings can prevent unwanted data usage and charges while abroad.
- Traditional local SIM cards remain a cost-effective option for long-term stays in a single country, though they require effort to purchase and set up.
- By following these tricks, travelers can save significant amounts of money on roaming charges and allocate funds to memorable experiences during their trips.
- Staying connected without incurring hefty roaming fees is possible with simple adjustments and proactive measures.
- Travelers are advised to invest time in setting up eSIMs or toggling phone settings to avoid unexpected data charges.
- Being cautious with Wi-Fi usage, turning off roaming features, and considering local SIM cards are practical ways to manage phone expenses while traveling.
- Embracing modern technology and understanding data-saving strategies can empower travelers to navigate the digital landscape without financial burden.
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Verizon launches updated $20 Cruise Daily Pass with WMS
- Verizon and WMS have enhanced the Verizon Cruise Daily Pass, offering unlimited data, calls to the US, and texts for $20/line per day on more than 200 cruise ships.
- Verizon customers receive 0.5GB of high-speed data, followed by unlimited data at 3G speeds.
- The collaboration aims to improve the mobile experience for cruise passengers as the industry continues to grow.
- GigSky offers a flexible eSIM option for cruise travelers seeking data connectivity without relying on their mobile carriers.
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Forget Paris — Millennials and Gen Z Are Choosing Travel to Unusual Destinations Like Uzbekistan and Jordan
- Millennials and Gen Z are leading a shift toward more meaningful, authentic travel.
- New generations are increasingly embracing off-the-beaten-path escapes, with rising interest in far-flung destinations like Uzbekistan, Namibia, Jordan, and Kyrgyzstan.
- Uzbekistan is emerging as a solo travel gem, offering culture, history, and affordable adventures.
- Namibia, Jordan, and Kyrgyzstan also provide unique and off-grid experiences for millennial and Gen Z travelers.
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Barca Mobile Kicks Off with Global eSIM for Travelers
- Barca Mobile, FC Barcelona's MVNO and eSIM service, offers a Global Travel eSIM for mobile connectivity in 170+ countries via the Barça Mobile App.
- The Global Travel eSIM provides unlimited mobile data at various prepaid rates, starting at €4.50, accessible on iOS and Android devices through the app.
- Barça Mobile aims to enhance fan experience and plans to expand services to include telephone and fiber optic connectivity.
- FC Barcelona integrates 5G SA network infrastructure at Spotify Camp Nou to offer top-notch connectivity in the sports venue.
- Real Murcia and Real Madrid have also entered the MVNO and OTT platforms in Spain, respectively, for enhanced fan engagement.
- President Joan Laporta emphasizes the club's commitment to innovation through digital transformation and ESPAI Barça development.
- Bîrlădeanu from New Era Visionary Group envisions Barça Mobile as a platform connecting fans globally and offering innovative services.
- FC Barcelona members will receive exclusive discounts on Barça Mobile products to deepen the fan-club connection.
- Barça Mobile signifies the club's evolving fan engagement strategies, blending technology with sports to redefine fan experiences.
- Users can avail a free eSIM with 1GB data for 80+ countries for 2 years by using the code: ALERTIFY for a trial experience.
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TCA enhances eSIM with interoperable profiles
- Trusted Connectivity Alliance (TCA) has released Version 3.4 of its eUICC Profile Package: Interoperable Format Technical Specification (Interoperable Profile Package Specification).
- The latest version includes major updates to support full alignment with 3GPP Release 18 to enable advanced 5G functionality and secure authentication in 5G network slicing, as well as enabling the remote management of eSIM profiles on low-power and network-constrained devices.
- TCA’s Interoperable Profile Package Specification standardizes the format used for the remote loading of subscriptions onto eSIMs, promoting security and interoperability.
- The latest enhancements aim to bring seamless connectivity and advanced security to new and established use cases of eSIM technology.
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Buzz Unveils BAE The World’s First AI Travel Companion with AI Avatar
- Singapore-based startup Buzz has announced the global expansion of BAE (Buzz AI Experience), the world's first AI-powered travel companion with an interactive avatar.
- BAE offers real-time, location-aware recommendations and seamless booking capabilities, learning user preferences to create tailored experiences.
- Buzz's innovation extends to BuzzPay, an AI-driven payment solution that addresses cross-border transactions in international travel.
- Buzz's rapid growth is fueled by partnerships with tourism authorities and technology leaders, allowing the company to refine BAE's capabilities and stay at the cutting edge of AI and fintech.
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ByteSIM Expands Global Reach with Innovative Partnership Frameworks
- ByteSIM, a global eSIM provider, has unveiled innovative partnership models at the Connect Marketplace Hong Kong 2025.
- The partnership models cater to different partner types, such as affiliates, distributors, resellers, and brand partners.
- Affiliates can earn commissions by promoting ByteSIM's services, while distributors can integrate the company's products into their platforms.
- Through reseller and brand partnerships, ByteSIM aims to offer eSIM products at wholesale prices and develop customized eSIM solutions for specific markets and customer needs.
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BICS expands global standalone 5G roaming with Hutchison Drei Austria & Elisa
- BICS has expanded global standalone 5G roaming with Hutchison Drei Austria and Elisa.
- Drei and Elisa are the first operators in their respective countries to adopt 5G standalone international roaming.
- BICS' 'Service Hub' solution simplifies 5G roaming management and offers benefits such as roaming steering and detailed analytics.
- BICS has achieved several 5G SA milestones, including the first live roaming connection in the Middle East, Europe, and Asia.
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lastminute.com partners with Amadeus for personalised travel offering
- Amadeus and lastminute.com have renewed and expanded their collaboration to offer personalized travel experiences.
- The partnership includes integration of NDC content from the Amadeus Travel Platform and the use of Outpayce B2B Wallet for payments.
- lastminute.com will have access to a comprehensive range of airline content and continue developing its flight and dynamic holiday packaging offerings.
- The extended partnership reflects the industry's focus on smarter, integrated digital travel solutions to meet evolving traveler expectations.
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Airtel Business Transforms Network Infrastructure for Major Indian Pharma Retailer with SD-Branch Solution
- Airtel implemented its SD-Branch solution, transforming the network infrastructure of a leading Indian pharmaceutical company across its over 6,000 stores nationwide.
- The SD-Branch solution integrated SD-WAN, security, Wi-Fi, and hybrid connectivity for rapid and cost-effective deployment.
- The deployment enabled real-time visibility into store operations, enhanced surveillance and theft control, and proactive monitoring through Airtel's Network Operations Center.
- Post-implementation, the pharmaceutical company experienced improved network uptime, faster store rollouts, simplified vendor management, and more efficient billing processes.
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Acer to Launch Smartphones in India on April 15
- Acer, a Taiwanese tech company, is set to launch smartphones in the Indian market on April 15, 2025.
- Two rumored smartphone models are the Acerpure Acerone Liquid S162E4 and Acerone Liquid S272E4, expected to run on MediaTek SoC and feature AI capabilities.
- The launch delay from March to April is yet to be explained by the company.
- Acer will face tough competition in the affordable smartphone segment in India, with brands like Samsung, Motorola, POCO, and Xiaomi already active in the market.
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MediaTek Launches Dimensity 9400+ Chipset to Enable On-Device Gen-AI and Agentic AI Capabilities
- Taiwanese company MediaTek has launched its latest flagship mobile chipset family, the Dimensity 9400+, featuring generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) and agentic AI capabilities.
- The Dimensity 9400+ features an All Big Core architecture, integrating one Arm Cortex-X925 core clocked at 3.73GHz, alongside three Cortex-X4 cores and four Cortex-A720 cores.
- The MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ will make it easier to deliver innovative, personalized AI experiences on-device, combined with enhanced overall performance to ensure your device can handle all tasks with ease.
- The first smartphones powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ will be available in the market later in April 2025.
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Apple Flies Out iPhone from India to US to Escape Higher Tariffs
- To escape the newer tariffs, Apple has been flying out iPhones from India to the US.
- Apple flew out six cargo jets from India since March 2025, totaling about 1.5 million iPhones.
- Apple set up a “green corridor” at Chennai airport to clear customs in just 6 hours.
- Manufacturing partners, such as Foxconn, boosted iPhone production in India by approximately 20%.
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Mobile will Add $2 Trillion to China’s Economy by 2030, GSMA said
- The impact of mobile technologies and digital transformation will contribute $2 trillion to China’s economy by 2030.
- Mobile technologies and services generated 6.2% of China’s GDP in 2024, amounting to $1.2 trillion in economic value added.
- 5G and its ecosystem are expected to benefit all sectors of the Chinese economy, with the manufacturing sector projected to drive 40% of the $2 trillion economic impact by 2030.
- The number of mobile internet users in China is projected to reach 1.22 billion by 2030, increasing the penetration rate to 84%.
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Trippido Launches Global Travel Platform for Travelers and Travel Agencies
- Trippido has launched its online platform, offering a streamlined approach to travel bookings for individual travelers and travel professionals.
- The platform provides comprehensive services such as activity and event tickets, visa processing, accommodations, transportation, and vacation rentals.
- Trippido, initially established as an offline service provider in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Ras Al Khaimah, has expanded operations globally, serving multiple destinations including Thailand, Turkey, Malaysia, and Singapore.
- The platform aims to simplify the travel industry, providing a unified platform for seamless access to travel services and giving partners better margins and control.
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