Optus new $50 SIM only with roaming

[SYD]

Yes is it a bad Apple?

Probably

 

[SYD]

New thread to share ideas on what actions to take following the Optus data breach.

What to do about the Optus and future data breaches?

Quite a few of us have or used to have Optus via a range of deals and promos but rather than clog some of the related threads: https://www.australianfrequentflyer.com.au/community/threads/optus-new-50-sim-only-with-roaming.93987/...

www.australianfrequentflyer.com.au

 

[Be.au]

Looks like minimum plan with international roaming is now $79...

For anyone signing up, it's still on offer - Qantas | Optus

 

[transpactraveller]

For anyone signing up, it's still on offer - Qantas | Optus

Looks like it's gone now.

Optus emailed me today to say they're changing my plan to remove all included roaming data, starting in May.

Looking for alternatives ASAP, I fly to the US/Canada for month in about 2 weeks.

 

[SYD]

Looks like it's gone now.

Optus emailed me today to say they're changing my plan to remove all included roaming data, starting in May.

Looking for alternatives ASAP, I fly to the US/Canada for month in about 2 weeks.

Nothing here - yet but not looking good. As per my comment in the other thread, I'll weigh up just using an eSim for roaming data and Optus for local/international calling (assuming we all get the same offer for the free roaming call/txt bundle - which was also calls from Oz to OS (Zone 1) as well as calls/txt while overseas.

eSims, what is your experience.

I am interested in the concept of eSims but have no experience with them. The notion of running my local sim plus having an international sim for phone use while in USA and EU could be handy. What have members experience been? TIA

www.australianfrequentflyer.com.au

 

[exceladdict]

What was the date in may you were given @transpactraveller ? Still no word on my end, but current month expires in the next few days, wonder if there'll be something on the next bill.

 

[randomly_chaotic]

What was the date in may you were given @transpactraveller ? Still no word on my end, but current month expires in the next few days, wonder if there'll be something on the next bill.

Mine's gone from 4 May.

 

[transpactraveller]

What was the date in may you were given @transpactraveller ? Still no word on my end, but current month expires in the next few days, wonder if there'll be something on the next bill.

4 May for mine as well.

The email I got is quite insulting, pretending it's an upgrade, thanking me for my loyalty, and saying this new plan I'm being forced on to is better value than the current one I'm on, which is obviously completely untrue. Then in small print down the bottom it says we're removing your $10/month discount, bonus data, free streaming and international roaming inclusions.

 

[SYD]

Email 4 May for mine as well.

The email I got is quite insulting, pretending it's an upgrade, thanking me for my loyalty, and saying this new plan I'm being forced on to is better value than the current one I'm on, which is obviously completely untrue. Then in small print down the bottom it says we're removing your $10/month discount, bonus data, free streaming and international roaming inclusions.

You’re still getting $10 off the $50 plan? !!!

I just missed out on the $40 period but SYD+1 was lucky. Neither of us have received the downgrade email - yet.

 

[transpactraveller]

You’re still getting $10 off the $50 plan? !!!

I just missed out on the $40 period but SYD+1 was lucky. Neither of us have received the downgrade email - yet.

Almost! My bill randomly changed to $42.50 about a year ago with no explanation, but I never bothered asking Optus about it.

Hope they're not downgrading my plan because of the discount? I'd happily pay more to stay on it - even $80 a month would still work out better than the new plan they're forcing on me.

I do at least 4 overseas trips a year, out of the country for 90+ days. This plan was perfect for me, but nothing like it seems to exist anymore.

 

[AIRwin]

Looks like Optus still has a $79 which includes roaming:

https://www.optus.com.au/qantasplans

 

[exceladdict]

Looks like Optus still has a $79 which includes roaming:

https://www.optus.com.au/qantasplans

This is the leading candidate for us at the moment, but the lack of data share and fact we haven't been kicked off our the current plan yet has stopped us from moving.

 

[randomly_chaotic]

I'm waiting to see what the new Amaysim roaming option is that's being released 4 April before I choose what's next, but I'm definitely picking something that's not Optus because I'm just really annoyed with them about this now!

 

[AIRwin]

I'm waiting to see what the new Amaysim roaming option is that's being released 4 April before I choose what's next, but I'm definitely picking something that's not Optus because I'm just really annoyed with them about this now!

Oh I haven't heard about this... Thanks for the heads up!

 

[Lynda2475]

but I'm definitely picking something that's not Optus because I'm just really annoyed with them about this now!

Optus own amaysim

 

[randomly_chaotic]

Optus own amaysim

well damn

 

[transpactraveller]

Looks like Optus still has a $79 which includes roaming:

https://www.optus.com.au/qantasplans

Restricted to new services only, you need to get a new number if you're already with Optus!!! Do you think they'd make an exception for us because this is now the closest new plan they offer to the plan they're kicking us off?

Though I'm honestly wanting to leave Optus forever now, and will most likely port to Felix and use this:

International Roaming Phone Plan Add-On

Share your favourite moments and stay connected to friends and family when you are overseas in over 40 selected countries with our International Roaming pack.

felixmobile.com.au

 

[AIRwin]

Though I'm honestly wanting to leave Optus forever now, and will most likely port to Felix and use this:

International Roaming Phone Plan Add-On

Share your favourite moments and stay connected to friends and family when you are overseas in over 40 selected countries with our International Roaming pack.

felixmobile.com.au

Not 5G though...

 

[qaz]

I'm waiting to see what the new Amaysim roaming option is that's being released 4 April before I choose what's next, but I'm definitely picking something that's not Optus because I'm just really annoyed with them about this now!

Oh I haven't heard about this... Thanks for the heads up!

already posted elsewhere

Amaysim international roaming packs are available from next week (e.g. 365-day | 5GB | 90+ destinations | $50)

International Roaming

Ditch daily roaming charges. Add roaming in 90+ selected destinations to your plan from just $20, with 365 days to use.

www.amaysim.com.au

https://www.amaysim.com.au/content/dam/amaysim/documents/critical-information-summary/critical-info-summary-RP-282200-281101-280005-282205.pdf

 

[exceladdict]

Restricted to new services only, you need to get a new number if you're already with Optus!!! Do you think they'd make an exception for us because this is now the closest new plan they offer to the plan they're kicking us off?

Though I'm honestly wanting to leave Optus forever now, and will most likely port to Felix and use this:

International Roaming Phone Plan Add-On

Share your favourite moments and stay connected to friends and family when you are overseas in over 40 selected countries with our International Roaming pack.

felixmobile.com.au

I imagine porting in and out would be feasible