Stay Connected When Travelling With Buzzme m8 World SIM
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Thanks to the wonderful invitation, I recently went to the launching event of m8 World SIM by Enabling Asia Tech Sdn Bhd (EA), Malaysia’s first and only integrated Mobile Virtual Network Aggregator (MVNA).
In conjunction with its 4th anniversary celebration, EA announced the launch of the m8 World SIM product under its MVNA business model, along with the Buzzme World SIM Starterpack under EA’s in-house Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) business model.
m8 World SIM, a premier telco product registered as a trademark of EA – is a successful commercial partnership between EA and Taisys Technologies Co Ltd from Taiwan, with advanced technological and management support from EA’s official Mobile Network Operator (MNO), U Mobile Sdn Bhd.
Following 2016’s regional expansion efforts, m8 World SIM services are expected to further enhance EA’s current service portfolio at the enterprise level – transcending geographical boundaries and accelerating EA towards becoming ASEAN’s most preferred aggregator for MVNOs. For consumers, this remarkable milestone, coupled with the commencement of regional brand exposure into the five ASEAN countries consisting of Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines and Myanmar, will allow Malaysian and regional customers to stay connected abroad with just a single SIM card – enabling them to travel in style and be connected to the world in a borderless manner.
m8 World SIM adopts a local mobile number of the destination countries instead of the conventional roaming arrangement to ensure seamless connectivity. As all SIM cards under MVNOs hosted by EA offer the same consumer advantages, customers can now stay connected to the world in more than 200 countries within an informed and controlled cost environment.
Buzzme World SIM Starterpack, with the tagline “ONE WORLD. ONE SIMCARD”, has a recommended retail price of RM99 with RM50 worth of pre-loaded credit and can be purchased online as well as at a number of appointed channels across the country. Customers can start planning for their business trips or vacations without having to worry about connectivity and the hefty charges of International Roaming.
The hybrid model prepaid wallet allows the pre-loaded credit and any subsequent credit top-ups to be used for Malaysian local traffic or to purchase a subscription plan abroad when traveling. Customers able to top-up their prepaid wallet via m8 Reload, a common reload currency. This can be done online at m8.com.my or nationwide at any 7-Eleven stores and e-Pay touch point as well as any appointed dealers.
Furthermore, Buzzme’s Reload Indulgence Programme rewards you with 5 benefits whenever you reload. Customers will enjoy free 500MB data, double credit during birthday month and free Personal Accident insurance coverage in the following month with a minimum reload of RM30. Customers who reload online will also receive free 30% extra credit and will stand a chance to win prizes if they reload RM100 or above.
After purchase the Buzzme Prepaid Starterpack, you can then subscribe to the following plans with available credit in prepaid wallet:
* Smarter Bundle – An all-rounded, value-for-money package with data, calls and SMS
* Smart Surf – Smart and reasonable data plans for customers who care more about data
* Smart Validity – Allows customers to enjoy 365 days of validity by paying a one-time fee of RM38
“The consumer segment of Buzzme World SIM Starterpack is niche but has an immensely handsome potential. Especially with today’s advanced lifestyle due to globalization, it is inevitable for individuals to travel abroad for business or vacation. In addition, competitive air fares and low-cost tickets encourage people to travel even more. With our value-for-money plans and lifestyle innovations, our position has further strengthened as a great deal for lifestyle-savvy, always connected youths,” said Mr Loke Yee Siong, EA’s Group Chief Executive Officer.
How to Travel in Style with m8 World SIM
Step 1 – Getting Started
Insert the Buzzme World SIM into a mobile device, connect to WiFi and download the m8 World SIM mobile application (APP).
Step 2 – Login
Login with the mobile number and APP password printed on the SIM card, then register your personal details as required. You will receive an SMS notification and email upon completion.
Step 3 – Before Departure
You can purchase a subscription plan from the destination country via the APP and payment can be made via your existing prepaid wallet or credit card. You will receive an SMS notification and email once the transaction is successfully completed. The destination country’s mobile number will automatically be pre-assigned and will appear within the APP together with the purchased subscription plan.
Step 4 – Arriving Abroad
Login to the APP and select the destination country’s subscription plan. The first usage abroad of the plan shall commence from this point and you can now enjoy your trip while being connected to the world.
Step 5 – Coming Home
Login to the APP and select your home country’s mobile number to use the SIM card locally once you are back in your home country.
For more information, please visit buzzme.com.my, call the Hello Centre at 6011-3400 4400 or email to hello@buzzme.com.my.
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Zayani Zulkiffli
June 2, 2017 at 7:52 am
Waah. Banyak betuk pilihan sim card for travel to oversea after this. Its really good also la, we as a consumer can survey which one is suitable for us.
Leo T. Ly @ isaved5k.com
June 1, 2017 at 7:52 am
Staying connected is often an issue because of the roaming and data cost. The m8 sim is definitely something that I would love to have when I start to travel more.
precious cla
June 1, 2017 at 7:52 am
COOL ! one of the option when I go traveling. Thanks for the post !
Miera Nadhirah Tan Abdullah
May 30, 2017 at 7:52 am
cool.. I really need one of this for my next trip… thinking of bangkok with my daughter
Aqalili Azizan
May 29, 2017 at 7:52 am
Heard about this sim card and I’m pretty sure will get my hand on this soon.
Aliza Sara
May 29, 2017 at 7:52 am
oooo this looks something new. Will definitely consider this during my next trip 😀
Emily
May 29, 2017 at 7:52 am
Read about this new service but haven’t really checked the rates with my current service. Will do so before my next overseas trip.
Sebrinah Yeo
May 29, 2017 at 7:52 am
Interesting..kinda like another webe? The name however “m8” keeps reminding me of my favourite Menang 8 Raja Kayu products (aka m8 products) lolxxx
emi
May 27, 2017 at 7:52 am
Sounds interesting. It is useful for those who loves travelling. I do love travels, but rarely go travel because travel consume lots of money T_T
SiennyLovesDrawing
June 5, 2017 at 7:52 am
Yeah! This is definitely gonna be useful for travellers, either business or leisure, am gonna use mine in my next trip cheers, SiennyLovesDrawing