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abubakar
Joined: Sep 15, 2005
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coola: i second it! bring back photos!
ambyz: KING OF CELTEL, one day we will learn the secret. |
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ambyzown
Joined: May 11, 2005
Posts: 231
From: Lagos-Nigeria
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@Abu: Just as you are king of starcomms abi?
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brym!
Joined: Jul 08, 2003
Posts: 75
From: NAIJA
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@amby: I thought you were going for a postpaid Celtel line, which one be this? |
OluYom
Joined: Oct 27, 2004
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@ all:What is/are the difference(s) btw cdma and wcdma?...If cdma is CODE DIVISION MULTIPLE ACCESS & wcdma is WIDE CODE DIVISION MULTIPLE ACESS,shouldn't it be an improvement on cdma whislt still allowing the use of cdma phones? I ask,as gsm SIMs work on 3G phones...
One of the inherent disadvantages of GSM networks is their limited data capacity. WCDMA makes a way out for them.
WCDMA is a CDMA-based technology designed to introduce high-speed data on GSM networks, so even though it is a CDMA-based technology, it is neither CDMA network-compatible. Sorry, nothing you and I can do about that.
Again, as you will notice, your regular GSM phone too will not work with it. This is because it runs on a different frequency from what GSM networks run on. You need a GSM phone with WCDMA capabilities - a dual-network phone.
GSM SIMs will not automatically work on all WCDMA-based 3G phones. If the 3G phone comes with dual-network capacity i.e. GSM+WCDMA, your GSM SIM will work on it. If the phone was built strictly for WCDMA, you will need a special SIM (but thankfully I doubt if any manufacturer is stupid enough to put themselves at such a disadvantage).
Hope that helps.
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ambyzown
Joined: May 11, 2005
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From: Lagos-Nigeria
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@Aya: There aren't many GSM+WCDMA phones out in the market. Most of them are GSM+UMTS
@Brym: Yes o I was in the process of migrating to post paid when this offer came along, and this is so much better.
@All: I stumbled across something very interesting I want you to be a part of.
Let’s face it; we Nigerians have soiled our name completely when it comes to buying and selling online.
On EBay alone you will see items listed specifically warning Nigerians to stay away; also if you do a search for “Nigeria auction” on Google, you will only come up with results from fraud alert.
This is a pity I must say, because Nigeria is entrepreneur driven... buying and selling is in the blood.
As a result, because of many, not just a few bad eggs, this opportunity of online buying and selling has been blocked in many ways.
I would like you to join me in reviving this opportunity to allow Nigerians use the Internet for trade with a new auction platform dedicated to Nigerian Buyers and Sellers.
I really want you to be a part of this
Honestly this will probably change the way we do business in Nigeria forever.
I can't share any further details. But I can tell you this is definitely something you don't want to let pass you by.
The spaces are extremely limited and will be given on a first-come, first-served basis.
To be considered for one of these super-elite spots, go immediately to:
http://www.bidnigeria.com/partners/partners.php?ref=ambyzown
PS: Be a pal and forward this link to your friends
To Your Success and mine 
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mariwun
Joined: Jul 02, 2006
Posts: 84
From: london
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@ambyz
mein i checked out the link and i have a few suggestions...no.1-the story on the front page is toooo long not many people will scroll down till the end to catch the gist of the website. no.2..u r offering free money..everybody knos anything on the internet offering u anything FREE is not true in anyway.so i think u should simplify the weblayout.
@all....yes o..these stupid yahoo boys have spoilt alot of legit stuff naija people could be in.one of my friends who does business with a company based in the us (for like 4 years now) had aperson he usaully dealt with.the person was out sick once and he had a large order.the new person said that thier insurance wudnt cover him cause he was nigerian so he had to order less(he orders first and pays later) can u imagine? |
OluYom
Joined: Oct 27, 2004
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On 2007-03-21 16:47:00, ambyzown wrote:
@Aya: There aren't many GSM+WCDMA phones out in the market. Most of them are GSM+UMTS
We are talking about the same thing. W-CDMA is the transmission protocol (or the underlying air interface) used in the UMTS system. A lot of people are not aware of these technical details.
So note that when you see UMTS anywhere, you are looking at WCDMA.
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234hay
Joined: Jan 23, 2007
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@ aya,ambyz:Thanks for the clarification.I must admit though,its still slightly hazy.Nonetheless,if newer "clarifying clarifications" do come up,please do post.
Also,if you know of any current mobile phone that would support a Starcomm SIM and a GSM SIM @ the same time,again...please post.
@ all:it appears Dangote has his hands in a lot of pies.Just earlier in the year,it was sugar.Telecoms really is "sweet"...
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ambyzown
Joined: May 11, 2005
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From: Lagos-Nigeria
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@Aya: Oh, really...... I get it now. Thanks
@Mariwun: You're quite right in your assessment, but firstly, its not MY website, plus the FREE money is not as it seems, it is commission paid on referrals. I, as a matter of principle do not participate in schemes like these, but this seems real.The new auction site BidNigeria is up and running, but nobody knows about it, so as an incentive, a commission is paid to anyone who refers a new member, thus promoting the site. Not to worry, as soon as they ask me to make a payment for one sort of "processing" or the other, I'll flee.
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abubakar
Joined: Sep 15, 2005
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@ambyz: didnt look at the site yet but from what i hear here, it sounds like a pyramid scam. just like these GNLD people. i'll try to check it when i get my laptop online (i'm on phone now) then i'll post what i think. and i'm definitely NOT king of Starcomms. i've never gotten anything free from them as a dealer. Mtel is another thing....
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234hay
Joined: Jan 23, 2007
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@ all: I presume you've heard that Telkom SA just bought a 75% stake in Multilinks.I hope and PRAY its going to be better than the deal Nigerians are getting from MTN...any thoughts? |
brix25
Joined: Aug 20, 2003
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On 2007-03-22 23:03:10, 234hay wrote:
@ all: I presume you've heard that Telkom SA just bought a 75% stake in Multilinks.I hope and PRAY its going to be better than the deal Nigerians are getting from MTN...any thoughts?
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Telkom is EVIL:-( Good luck to those who'll be using their services.
Liar liar pants on fire/ You burning up like David Koresh- Ghostface Killah |
brym!
Joined: Jul 08, 2003
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Haba brix! More light please.
Always Exploring Possibilities |
OluYom
Joined: Oct 27, 2004
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On 2007-03-22 23:03:10, 234hay wrote:
@ all: I presume you've heard that Telkom SA just bought a 75% stake in Multilinks.I hope and PRAY its going to be better than the deal Nigerians are getting from MTN...any thoughts?
A few days ago, the report was that they were talking. Has the deal been sealed subsequent to that?
On 2007-03-23 05:05, brix25 wrote:
Telkom is EVIL:-( Good luck to those who'll be using their services.
 
Funny how the largest fish are always "evil". MTN Nigeria is evil. Microsoft global is evil. Telkom of South Africa is evil. NITEL Nigeria is/was evil. |
brym!
Joined: Jul 08, 2003
Posts: 75
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Wow! Celtel eventually did the right thing, reduced tariff to 33k per second to all networks. Hoping to hear more juicy details in the "unity" plans.
Where did i drop those my celtel sim cards?
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