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    Giffgaff or who?

    So anybody using giffgaff? My T-Mobile contract has just finished and with their new data cap I am going to jump ship. I dont use a huge amount of calls or texts a month, but do need data. Any thoughts on giffgaff or an alternative cheap payg / 30 day contract thats worth a look.

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    Re: Giffgaff or who?

    I'm on Giffgaff

    Not had any problems apart from one outage that lasted about 4 hours last November (Details are on their website if you want to see them)

    Works well, the payback scheme is great.

    Overall I'm glad I made the jump as it's saving me money
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    Re: Giffgaff or who?

    Also looking at changing as not using anywhere near my o2 allowance.

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    Re: Giffgaff or who?

    I've been using them for a while, no problems at all. All I wanted was unlimited internet and since it was impossible to find that even on contract someone mentioned giffgaff to me. For a tenner a month I get more calls and texts than I ever use and actual unlimited internet, brilliant! The only thing I was worried about was the lack of official help in case of problems, but using the message boards I've got an answer to any question I've had within literally 2 minutes. Everybody wants to gain free credit by answering questions so people dive on something as soon as you ask!

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    Re: Giffgaff or who?

    It's a shame they use O2 as their network, their signal up here sucks.

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    Re: Giffgaff or who?

    giffgaff here too since late last year and they are way better than O2 - cheaper calls and the online support and cashback are great. It can end up you get your mobile free or better. Unlimited texts and internet are truly unlimited which is a pleasant surprise. The £10 goodybag will be your best option (250mins voice + u/l internet/sms). If you want to join I can provide a link (like any member) and you'll get £5 free credit when you activate it

    Lastly, there is no contract!
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    Re: Giffgaff or who?

    ok geezerone shove me a link via pm

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    Re: Giffgaff or who?

    Activated my GiffGaff SIM before and haven't stop downloading crap on my San Fran
    Kalniel: "Nice review Tarinder - would it be possible to get a picture of the case when the components are installed (with the side off obviously)?"
    CAT-THE-FIFTH: "The Antec 300 is a case which has an understated and clean appearance which many people like. Not everyone is into e-peen looking computers which look like a cross between the imagination of a hyperactive 10 year old and a Frog."
    TKPeters: "Off to AVForum better Deal - £20+Vat for Free Shipping @ Scan"
    for all intents it seems to be the same card minus some gays name on it and a shielded cover ? with OEM added to it - GoNz0.

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    Re: Giffgaff or who?

    Quote Originally Posted by Terbinator View Post
    Activated my GiffGaff SIM before and haven't stop downloading crap on my San Fran
    same phone I am going to use it with, think I will flash a newer rom tomorrow, currently on a 2.2 but haven't tried jellyfish

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    Re: Giffgaff or who?

    Quote Originally Posted by Flibb View Post
    same phone I am going to use it with, think I will flash a newer rom tomorrow, currently on a 2.2 but haven't tried jellyfish
    Jellyfish straight up refused ot connect to the router :/

    I'm on a Modaco R7 one now, there is R8 but i couldn't find the download on the website and apparently it has quite a few fixes over 7 >_>
    Kalniel: "Nice review Tarinder - would it be possible to get a picture of the case when the components are installed (with the side off obviously)?"
    CAT-THE-FIFTH: "The Antec 300 is a case which has an understated and clean appearance which many people like. Not everyone is into e-peen looking computers which look like a cross between the imagination of a hyperactive 10 year old and a Frog."
    TKPeters: "Off to AVForum better Deal - £20+Vat for Free Shipping @ Scan"
    for all intents it seems to be the same card minus some gays name on it and a shielded cover ? with OEM added to it - GoNz0.

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    Re: Giffgaff or who?

    Quote Originally Posted by Flibb View Post
    ok geezerone shove me a link via pm
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    Re: Giffgaff or who?

    Quote Originally Posted by Terbinator View Post
    Activated my GiffGaff SIM before and haven't stop downloading crap on my San Fran
    It is a hidden gem isn't it @Terbinator?

    The current economic climate will see giffgaff take off imho as no one can compete with the cashback (credit, paypal or charity donation).
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    Re: Giffgaff or who?

    Cheers for that, have registered etc.

    Anybody want a sim from me to pass on the love?

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    Re: Giffgaff or who?

    You're welcome Flibb

    They give cashback twice a year (June and Dec) so get earning!
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    Re: Giffgaff or who?

    I use giffgaff and the oragami envelope they send the sim to you in is actually very cleverly pu together.

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    Re: Giffgaff or who?

    Guys, how does Giffgaf work - Do you have to topup and thats it or is it a Monthly topup thing or a Monthly contract thing ?

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