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Old Sep 5, 2010 | 9:05 pm
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drbala
 
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Originally Posted by msntriathlete
Thanks, everyone. That makes sense now. I'm glad to hear the iPhone coverage is so good.

I tend to rely on my iPhone heavily while travelling internationally (esp for Google Maps) and just buy the data plan that covers me best. I usu avoid the calls to avoid int'l roaming, but maybe it'd be worth getting a cheap phone for voice in India for that. The rates are good even for calling back to the US?
You can jailbreak iphone 3/3gs easily and unlock it. Works like a dream.
It is almost impossible to get an Indian Simcard without proof of address. Best is to ask a friend (??Bellman) for one and use it.
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