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  1. SeñorJacques

    Using Airalo app on CF

    Yes, should be .com and not .net as I mistakenly typed. Sorry about that! ‘Tis been fixed.
  2. trecile

    Using Airalo app on CF

    @SeñorJacques - your link for simoptions is not working for me. Can you please check it? Thank you. Edit: Was it supposed to be simoptions.com? That's the site mentioned in your first link. https://www.simoptions.com/esim-europe/?wpam_id=74
  3. SeñorJacques

    Using Airalo app on CF

    ...Peg’s post in this thread, I learned about this site, which I found to be very helpful in explaining the various and myriad SIM and (especially) eSIM options: https://www.traveltomtom.net/travel-tips/europe-sim-card Among other things, it explains the difference between Airalo and Holafly...
  4. SeñorJacques

    Phones, Sim Cards, Choices and Questions, Oh, So Many Questions!

    This is a tremendously helpful site - not just for buying physical SIM cards in Madrid, but also for explaining how eSIMS work and comparing the various options. Thanks for sharing!
  5. DoughnutANZ

    Using Airalo app on CF

    Yes, Vodafone Spain (and undoubtedly the other two big network providers) support eSIMs. The complicating factor if you are from the USA and have a phone that only uses eSIMs is that most customer service staff are unfamiliar with this and, especially if they are busy, they will tell that it...
  6. DoughnutANZ

    Using Airalo app on CF

    ...14 or iPhone 14 Pro that does not have a physical SIM slot (for example, if you bought it in the US), then you will have to activate it with an eSIM. -------- No todos los smartphones tienen esta funcionalidad, sólo podrás activarla en: Apple: iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14...
  7. K

    Using Airalo app on CF

  8. A

    Using Airalo app on CF

    From Vodafone Can all Vodafone customers activate their line with eSIM on their smartphone? No, the service is available only for individual Clients and Professional and Small Business prepaid and postpaid compatible with any rate that the Client has. If you are a new prepaid customer, it...
  9. K

    Using Airalo app on CF

    I’m in Spain now and have been to both Orange and Vodaphone and both say they can’t help me because I have an e-sim. Im going back to Vodaphone again this afternoon and show them an article from Apple support. Otherwise, I guess I’ll buy one of those plans mentioned in this thread
  10. K

    Using Airalo app on CF

    Does vodaphone have an eSIM option? Can you buy it at the airport in Madrid? I am in the USA.
  11. annette zarb

    Using Airalo app on CF

    Thanks for this. I used Airalo last year and although it was easy to use was frustrated with needing to top up the data continually over the Camino. I will try Holafly next year instead when I do the Norte.
  12. C

    Using Airalo app on CF

    There are two popular eSim providers, Airalo and Holafly. Each has there own pros and cons depending on your priorities. Here is a good article comparing them: https://esim.holafly.com/data-plans/holafly-vs-airalo/
  13. Stellamaris

    Using Airalo app on CF

    « Just to advise, you may have to enter APN settings in addition to installing/activating the esim. Instructions are in the app. » what is APN setting ?
  14. M

    Using Airalo app on CF

    Thanks for the advice!
  15. A

    Using Airalo app on CF

    I've used it in Spain Just to advise, you may have to enter APN settings in addition to installing/activating the esim. Instructions are in the app. My experience was (and is likely still the case unless they saw sense and updated the app to have these instructions offline) you can only see...
  16. Steve5000

    Phone connection on VDLP

    ...the walk but no major dead spots. USD 10 per day sounds outrageous to me!😀 Local sims would provide a more effective solution imho 🤷‍♂️ For the eSIM users, yes you can use multiple/additional eSIMs on most leading phones. Check or google for details but not difficult if I can do it! Buen...
  17. Rick of Rick and Peg

    Bank verification with Spanish SIM

    Google's Pixel lineup of phones also have dual physical SIM and eSIM. I'm not arguing against @trecile and Samsung's phones (or any other) because I haven't done comparisons but I've been happy with my Pixels. Here are some reasons you may like them too. The "a" series (e.g., Pixel 7a) have the...
  18. J

    Phones, Sim Cards, Choices and Questions, Oh, So Many Questions!

    I recommend buying a used iPhone with eSIM capability off SWAPPA and then get an eSIM for data only, you’ll use your primary U.S. telephone number for calls and messaging, from Airalo or Nomad. Data service in Spain is very affordable and reliable.
  19. trecile

    Bank verification with Spanish SIM

    The new Samsung Galaxy phones all have dual eSIM capabability. While you are getting a new phone you might want to consider switching to T-Mobile if it works well in your area. Many of their plans offer free roaming data while abroad, and they have discounted plans if you are over 55. The...
  20. Calvin & Hobbes

    Bank verification with Spanish SIM

    ...seems few phones have this now. Be careful if they say they do. My current Motorola phone (Android) can accept 2 Sims, BUT, one of the slots has dual purposes. It is also the slot for an SD card. So, my phone can have either 2 sims or 1 sim + sd card, but not both. Oh, and it won't accept an...

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