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How to Avoid International Roaming Charges

2011-11-29T02:47:00.000-08:00

How to Avoid International Roaming Charges

In your excitement to travel overseas, don't let unexpected data charges leave you with a nasty cell phone bill as a souvenir.

It's a major headache for any traveler who didn't secure a mention on the Forbes list of the Richest People in America -- how to avoid getting whacked with excessive data and international roaming charges when traveling abroad.

Follow these tips to reduce the shock when you open your bill a few weeks after your trip.

1. Call your cellular provider before you depart.

Remember to call Airtel, Vodafone, Idea etc. before you set out, but know that you may have a hard time getting a straight answer from your service provider (each has varying coverage options for international trips). And not to mention their tariffs being very high.

2. Track usage while traveling to avoid big surprises.

It can also be a pain to keep track of your calling and data usage while you're trying to enjoy yourself abroad, but the financial consequences can be worse than your sunburn.

3. Use Wi-Fi for calling and data usage.

Most BlackBerry and Android phones come equipped with a Wi-Fi calling feature, which means you can sidestep international roaming and long-distance charges when calling the U.S. -- if you're connected to a Wi-Fi network. For U.S. customers, long-distance charges will come into play when calling non-U.S. destinations from abroad even when using Wi-Fi.

4. Text instead of e-mail.

Sending text messages instead of e-mailing can cut down on data costs if you're not on Wi-Fi.

5. Go incommunicado.

Staying off the grid isn't an attractive option for everyone, but if you want to avoid international roaming charges for phone conversations, forego making or answering phone calls while traveling around the world.

Power off your device to avoid text message charges. If you leave your Smartphone powered on, many mobile devices automatically access networks to fill your inbox with e-mails or to update your apps if they are set for automatic updates.

6. Buy a Matrix SIM card.

Matrix international SIM cards let’s you stay connected where ever you travel. Whether you're traveling to Europe or Asia you're able to find affordable rates and coverage where you need it. You can stay in contact with colleagues, friends and family while you are away from home. It's easy to find the best plan so you don't have to spend much when you are abroad and you never have to miss that important call. You save almost 80% on international roaming.

Here’s some information on Matrix Cellular Services:

Matrix Cellular (International) Services Pvt. Ltd. is the leading provider of complete telecommunication solutions for Indians travelling abroad. Matrix provides services in more than 30 countries all around the world and has its offices in more than 40 cities in India. They provide International SIM cards for business travelers, leisure travelers and students in both post-paid and prepaid. They also offer add-on data packs for using internet on mobile phones as well as data cards for accessing internet on your computer. And recently Matrix has forayed into traveler’s card by bringing Matrix Forex card, designed to give the customer a secure and hassle-free travel experience.

For any query on services provided by Matrix Cellular (International) Services Pvt. Ltd., one can call the toll free number: +91-5322232222 or write into: info@matrix.in

Matrix Cellular (International) Services Pvt. Ltd offers:

International Postpaid SIM cards

International Prepaid SIM cards

International Data Cards and

Forex Card

You have the power, but if you are not careful, it will cost you.

Matrix to partner Cathay Pacific Airways for their Diwali promotion

2011-10-19T06:01:00.000-07:00

Matrix Cellular the leading service provider of international telecommunication services today announced that the Company will partner with Cathay Pacific Airways in its endeavor to reach out to all customers traveling abroad during Diwali. Cathay Pacific is a top rated international airline in India offering flight services to more than 110 travel destinations around the world. Our partnership offers true value-for-money proposition, not only providing free talk time but also giving benefits in the form of 24X7 helpline and a postpaid connection for their country of travel.

All customers traveling to Hong Kong and Bangkok with Cathay Pacific Airways will enjoy free incoming calls and free talk time minutes for their country of travel. To ensure that all travelers stay connected to their loved ones during the festive season, they also get free calls to India worth Rs. 500.

Speaking on the association, Mr. Arun Batra, CEO said, “This partnership is a natural fit for both the companies. Matrix’s wide range of country specific SIM cards overlaps with Cathay’s extensive international routes. We hope this ongoing partnership will make travelling easier and offer greater opportunities to international travelers who currently book trips through the Cathay Pacific network.”

Matrix Cellular (International) Services Pvt. Ltd offers:

· International Postpaid SIM cards

· International Prepaid SIM cards

· International Data Cards and

· Forex Card

Matrix Cellular (International) Services Pvt. Ltd. is the leading provider of complete telecommunication solutions for Indians travelling abroad. Matrix provides services in more than 30 countries all around the world and has its offices in more than 40 cities in India. They provide International SIM cards for business travelers, leisure travelers and students in both post-paid and prepaid. They also offer add-on data packs for using internet on mobile phones as well as data cards for accessing internet on your computer. Recently Matrix has forayed into travels card by introducing Matrix Forex card, designed to give the customer a secure and hassle-free travel experience.

Matrix has been acknowledged with many prestigious awards, such as:

· “HR Excellence Awards” by Amity Business School (2011)

· “Innovative Product – International Mobile Connections and Data Products” by Economic Times Telecom Awards (2011)

These awards re-affirm our dedicated efforts to set new industry standards and continued efforts to grow up the ladder.

Matrix Forex card – Convenience that fits in the wallet

2011-06-14T23:26:00.000-07:00

Students studying abroad have many responsibilities they need to take care of, and cash is certainly one of the most important factors that need to be taken care of in the most appropriate manner. The reason for this is that since they are not at home, they need to manage their expenses, but since student life has a fair share of unprecedented expenditures, it often happens that they fall short of cash. In order to ensure that they are never high and dry in their times of need, parents and guardians need to set up an arrangement so that their ward always has access to monetary resources. One of the best solutions to tackle this situation is the Matrix Forex Card.

The card is a revolutionary step in globalising the flow of money across thousands of miles, with parents being able to deposit cash that instantly gets 'loaded' to the account, and students can use it at VISA ATMs, as well as merchant establishments and via the internet. This obviates the need to go searching for cash at many places, and even if one needs it, a VISA ATM is always nearby, since it is among the world's most accepted electronic funds transfer systems, and many of the prominent banks the world over are affiliated with the same. Also, one can check the account online to see how much cash is left in the card, so that parents/guardians can know when they have to recharge, and students would keep a tab on how much they can spend. There is also the option to check the transaction history, so that one can know where the expenditures were done.

Coming to the wide range of benefits being offered, first of all, one will save on the interest rates on international currency, in case a credit or debit card is used. Also, there is no need to go to foreign exchange traders, who also charge a hefty commission for the transaction. Hence, there are assured savings all around! Also, carrying cash is certainly a big problem for students, as they might misplace it, or someone might steal it. So, carrying a card is certainly a better option, since even in case it gets stolen, the chip and pin enabled cards ensure that the money can't be misused. Also, there are instant transaction alerts through SMS, so that whenever a transaction is carried out using that card, the person to whom it is issued gets a message on his mobile phone, adding on to the security factor. Further, there is also a comprehensive insurance cover, along with emergency medical and travel assistance to take care of unforeseen circumstances. A person visiting US, Canada, Singapore or the UK also has the privilege and benefit of an international toll free number. The card is available in 8 currencies, i.e., USD, GBP, Euro, Candian Dollar, Aus Dollar, Swiss Franc, Yen and the Singaporean Dollar, and can be reloaded from anywhere, at any time.

Matrix Forex card: The window to secure and convenient forex

2011-05-26T00:32:00.000-07:00

While travelling abroad, foreign exchange, or forex, for short, is always a big area of concern, simply because money is needed practically everywhere, but unfortunately, a stack of notes that is worth quite a substantial amount in one country is probably just a stack of paper in another. If it's a short trip, i.e., 3-4 days, carrying cash probably makes sense (although there is always a risk of the same getting stolen, irrespective of the part of the world one is in), but in case it's a longer trip, or one requiring excessive purchases, there is a problem. Travellers' Cheques have, till date, sufficed as the preferred alternative. However, there is now another great opportunity in the form of the Matrix Forex card. One can get instant access to the currency of choice and use it across merchant establishments and VISA ATMs around the world, without paying any currency interest charges, which makes it a much better alternative than travellers' cheques.

Coming to other advantages, the moment one signs up, there is a standby card provided, to counter the unforeseen circumstance that the primary card is lost, as the secondary card performs all the functions of the former. Even in case of online transaction, one can use the Matrix Forex card for purchases. For instance, if any bill has to be paid, or an air ticket purchased, it's only a matter of a few moments! Another great advantage is that foreign exchange fluctuations, which are another grave area of concern, even though many don't pay attention to it till the time they face the consequences, are circumvented via this card. One can reload the card from anywhere, at any time, to maximise the convenience factor. Often, it so happens that one is unable to find the right shop for currency exchange, and when finally it is found, time has run out. However, that is not the case with the Matrix Forex card, and that is yet another reason why it is a preferred medium of transaction by millions of people flying abroad each year.

Another domain of prime importance is the security part. As mentioned earlier, it is not advisable to carry large amounts of cash for the fear of the same getting stolen. In a similar manner, even in case of a card, it is important for the same to be very secure while one is carrying out transactions. Matrix Forex card offers the very best of security with an embedded chip that stores encrypted and confidential information, so that the card cannot be misused in any manner. Also, there is no limitation regarding the variation of currencies, as the Matrix Forex card is available in 8 prominent currencies that are used in all the major countries across the world. One can also access the card account to check details like balance, etc. via the internet. And to top it all, there is and insurance cover that can be availed in case of emergencies. With so much to look forward to in one card, there is little reason to look anywhere else!

Matrix – an affordable SIM card for international travel

2011-05-19T23:23:00.001-07:00

Communication is certainly one of the most basic needs of any individual, irrespective of the religion, cultural upbringing, geographical location, or for that matter any factor. Everyone wants to interact with his/her family, friends and acquaintances on a frequent basis. Mobile phones have been a big boon in this sense of the word, and the last few years have seen calling rates go down drastically as more and more players have come into the domain. However, there is one aspect of mobile telephony which is still not exactly affordable, i.e., international calling.

Since the globalisation factor kicked in about a decade ago, more and more people have been travelling on a rather frequent basis. And with the increase in travel, the need for constant communication has grown exponentially. These calls may be related to work, business or personal relations, but the fact of the matter is that the world has become like one big country, but the one thing that hasn't changed as yet is the apprehension against using a hotel room phone or a pay phone while one is abroad, since both these options are extremely expensive. However, with Matrix international SIM card, this problem is taken care of in possibly the best manner.

The card offers a flawless network coverage across hundreds of cities and countries across the world. Comparing this to the scenario wherein one chooses to take the existing SIM card to be used on international roaming, there are often problem related to dropped calls and unclear voice. Be it a professional call or a personal one, it is obviously irritating to find out that the other person is not able to hear what one is saying. However, with Matrix, the SIM card performs perfectly, since the company has associations with the leading network providers in every country.

Coming to the cost part, Matrix offers more than 80% savings on international calls from all around the world, which means that one can talk as much as he/she wants without having to fret about the increasing call costs. Also, another great advantage that international SIM cards score over taking a domestic SIM card on roaming is that the incoming calls would be absolutely free! Often, it so happens that even when one gets calls from the home country, there is a heavy charge, but not in case of international SIM cards. However, even if there is a charge, it is only a marginal cost compared to what one would have to pay with a domestic SIM card on international roaming.

Coming to the last part, the convenience factor is always there, as one has a ready solution of calling anywhere across the world at the push of a button, as opposed to the case wherein one would have to go to the hotel room to make a call, or search for a pay phone in unknown streets. In most of the cases, it's not as much of a problem, but when there is an option at hand, isn't it best to take it?

Truphone International SIM card review

2011-05-09T02:18:00.000-07:00

While travelling abroad, one often takes it for granted that the journey on the whole would lead to heavy expenses, and that is the reason why many prefer to switch off their mobile phone to avoid the international roaming charges. Others, who can't afford to do so due to personal or professional commitments, do not have any other option but to go ahead with what is a sure-shot way to get exorbitant bills. On an average, a call costs a minimum of $2 per minute, to say nothing of internet access and data transfer, which is going to add on considerably to the already inflated telephone bill.

There are certainly options to counter this situation, like one could rent a mobile phone is meant to be used internationally, but even that would be quite the expense. The next thing one could do is to purchase a local prepaid SIM card and use it in an unlocked GSM phone. However, one would certainly not want to go hunting for a SIM card, irrespective of whether it is a business trip or a leisure one, to say nothing of the situation if one is travelling to numerous countries over a period of time. The best solutions in this case is provided by Truphone, a leading global mobile telephony services provider that offers lower rates for international calls while one is out of his/her home country. Also, data packages are available in conjunction with the calls. Not only are outgoing calls extremely affordable and convenient, with fantastic voice clarity, but even incoming calls cost do not come with any long distance charges for the other person. The reason for this is that Truphone gives users dedicated UK and USA phone numbers, which are perfect for people staying in the two regions, or constantly travelling to the same.

And while the calling part is a universal factor for everyone, even the internet access part, i.e., the data connectivity, is important for businesspersons and executives, for they might have to multi-task between their current assignment and other responsibilities. However, even casual tourists would certainly want to stay in touch with the rest of the world via mails, social networking sites, etc. and that is why one needs an affordable web surfing provision as well in the calling plan. For US customers, a basic level Truphone SIM card costs $29.99, and offers $15 worth of credit. One can also add a US number to the SIM card for a nominal additional cost of $8, or even transfer his/her own number. What's more, even a Tru Country number can be added to the SIM. By subscribing to the Tru membership plan, (costing $15 per month) one can call a landline in any of the Tru countries for $0.10 while travelling in the same. Presently, the United States, Australia and the United Kingdom are Tru countries, but the brand is in the process of expanding the umbrella of Tru countries to nations like Spain, Germany, France and Italy, to name a few.

To sum it up, the Truphone international SIM card is a great means to communicate and stay in touch around the world in an affordable manner.

Factors to consider before deciding to study abroad

2011-01-31T01:44:00.001-08:00

Owing to the expanding vistas in education and the relative ease of gaining admission to foreign universities, many students are considering studying abroad to improve their chances of a better career ahead. However, before taking this step, there are many things that need to be considered. Following is the list of the main areas of concern:

· Do the courses offered fit into the course of study? It is a very unfortunate situation if a student is forced to graduate one or two semesters late just because the course taken abroad does not fit into the planned curriculum. To avoid this, the moment a student realizes that the course offered at a particular institution is not as per his/her requirements, or does not give the required amount of credit for the courses it is offering, it's best to send emails to check for alternatives.

· Language: Often undermined by many as a very minute point of consideration, language does, in fact, play a big role, since the student not only has to study abroad, but also live, interact and socialize with people, things that can not be avoided. A majority of Indians prefer going to the USA, UK and Australia not only because these countries offer the highest quality of education, but because English is a known language in India, and one does not have to undergo training for the same.

· Social surroundings: Something that is seen as a welcome gesture of openness can easily be taken as an offence in another country, where the culture might be totally different. In a similar manner, something that is seen in India as socially unacceptable might be the order of the day in another country. So, before deciding where to pursue studies, it's best to study a bit about details like the night-life, social customs, gender dynamics, etc., since it might be the case that the city sleeps too early, or the culture is too open for one's liking. As mentioned above, the student does not only have to study there, but LIVE abroad as well.

· Food: Similar to the language factor, the kind of food available too, plays a vital role in deciding whether that the person will be able to survive in the country being considered or not. Many people are allergic to certain substances, which might be basic ingredients in all dishes at the new destination,while some might just not like the dishes being cooked in a particular cuisine. All in all, this factor also needs to be considered.

· Communication: Owing to the difference in the exchange rates, and the fact that calling rates in foreign countries are much more expensive compared to India only makes the situation all the more complicated. However, now there is a solution to allow students to keep in touch with family and friends without having to spend a fortune. Matrix international sim cards give as much as 80% concession compared to regular calling charges, and deliver fantastic voice clarity and network coverage.

3G data card for travelling Germany

2010-12-14T00:33:00.000-08:00

The internet has revolutionised communication around the world ever since its inception, and a similar story has been the case with India, where the world wide web has increased its reach exponentially over only a period of one decade. Particularly during the last few years. WiFi was the next step after broadband, giving wireless connectivity, while 3G has started making waves of late due to the provision of super fast internet speeds that facilitate video conferencing, among many other plus points. However, the problem of staying connected to the internet is always a hassle till date, particularly for individuals flying to foreign countries like Germany.

Due to its stature as one of the most developed and industrial nations not only in Europe but also the world, Germany receives a high number of Indians as travellers, besides a few thousand every month who visit the land of the mighty Hitler to relive the glorious era. Irrespective of the purpose, if one wants to stay connected to the internet on the move, it's always a problem. For leisure travellers, this is certainly not a priority, but for business professionals, having internet access is probably as important as a passport! Matrix 3G data cards for travelling Germany are a great boon in this regard.

Regular data cards provide internet connectivity, and very few provide the same out of India, but the kind of speed and service that is provided by Matrix is unmatched by any other service provider. Many users have this misconception that just because their laptops have WiFi, they can make do with their requirements by going to Hot Spots in the city of their travel to stay connected to the internet. First of all, this only works in case a person has been to the destination at least ten times, and visited every possible nook and cranny to identify which cafes, restaurants, clubs, etc. have WiFi. Even if one is so well versed with the city, there is always the chance of low or no connectivity at that particular place, not to mention the highly likely event of an establishment shutting down or shifting premises. Secondly, for those who are relative newcomers, this optin is certainly not possible, since mere searching for a reliable place to stay connected might take more than a couple of days, enough time to cause irreparable damage to the business.

By subscribing to Matrix 3G cards for travelling to Germany, one has the distinct advantage of super fast internet connectivity that can be made possible even while one is travelling. This basically means that a person wanting to hook on to the world wide web does not necessarily have to stay at once place to do so. He/she can remain mobile and yet enjoy flawless connectivity to the web world, thanks to Matrix's fantastic service. Further, with a range of tariff plans to choose from, a user is never too far from a customised plan that suits his/her requirements.

International SIM cards and their benefits

2010-12-06T20:27:00.001-08:00

After a long and hectic flight to your favorite destination, you check in to your hotel room, unpack and unwind for some time. And then, just as you have called back home to give news of your safe arrival, you see that your current mobile phone service is having a really expensive international roaming charge, and you are bound to get ripped if there is no other alternative. Checking the hotel tariff is the next best thing, but unless you are extremely lucky, the hotel rates are going to be even higher. In either case, you would have to shell out quite a substantial amount of money to get in touch. The next best option, talking from a phone booth, is both inconvenient and impractical, since you are probably not going to find a phone booth every where you go.

Another option one might think of is an international call card that can be used at phone booths, but even that requires one to go through quite a lot of hassles like language and currency problems. To sum it up, it's best to avoid the situation altogether. How then, you might ask, can one find a solution? The perfect solution to this problem is an international SIM card, which gives you both, fantastic savings as well as the flexibility to call any one from any where.

Thanks to the advent of technology, users can call internationally at really affordable rates to save while talking their heart out to friends and relatives. What's more, not only can your loved ones call you on the same number, but in many cases, you would not even have to pay for incoming calls! Comparing the call rates to regular cell phone rates is like comparing a mole hill to a mountain. There is such a huge amount of difference. Also, another benefit of international SIM cards is that one can maintain a universal number every where. This is a great boon for people who frequently have to travel a lot and find it hard to keep track of different SIM cards for each country or location. Now, there is one card for keeping in touch with every one, and one would neither have to shuffle through various SIM cards, nor have to carry different cell phones.

Even though the international call rates and SMS charges for different countries and locations depend on the local mobile service provider, buying and maintaining an international SIM card like Matrix is still a much more affordable solution, since you would have a one touch access to countries around the world. In normal usage, that leads to comparable rates with a regular connection, if not less. So basically, there is only benefit in going for such a service, since the former would not be as affordable while traveling. In short, an international SIM card is a must for all kinds of travelers, since what could be better than visiting your favorite destinations and saving money while keeping in touch!

Mobile connection offers for students going to UK / US

2009-11-01T23:58:00.000-08:00

Acquiring a post-paid mobile connection abroad is a nightmare since you require a credit history or else, you end up paying large deposits. Get a Matrix student post-paid mobile connection instead. It is more convenient to use than any other mobile connection available abroad and we offer customized tariff plans for students going abroad.

USA: Free mobile phone & unlimited free minutes. Range of tariff plans to choose from.

UK: Deals starting from £4.99 where you get free Talk time for £18. Call India at 24 pence/minute from your mobile. Other plans also available.

Features of a Matrix student mobile connection:

Get the mobile number before you leave
Post-paid mobile connection
Better than any other pre/post-paid mobile connection
Pay in Indian rupees
24X7 Customer Care

Do you Matrix when abroad?

The smarter way to stay connected

Call: +91 53222 32222,
Toll-free: 1800 11 1500
(Only from BSNL/MTNL landlines)
E-mail: inquiry@matrix.in

Student post-paid mobile connections are also available for France, Germany and Singapore.

Experience the world of seamless connectivity with Matrix

2009-10-20T00:49:00.000-07:00

Matrix Platinum Credit Card offers mobile phone, and 3G data services for international travelers.

Connectivity

With country-specific mobile connections by Matrix, you get:

* Up to 60% savings on international roaming bills
* Free incoming calls in most of the countries
* Convenience of carrying a local mobile number abroad
* Billing in Indian rupees
* Delivery anywhere in India
* 24x7, round the year, Matrix customer care toll-free helpline

Value for Money

With Matrix 3G Data Card, connectivity costs less, and happens anywhere.

* 70% cheaper than other Indian data cards
* Connect to the Internet at broadband speeds of up to 1.8 mbps
* Sleek, space-saving design makes it travel-friendly

Business as usual

Matrix also offers a full range of voice and data communication solutions that are tailored to fit the particular needs of your business with your personalized account manager.

Student Solutions

Getting a post-paid mobile connection abroad could be a nightmare for students. Don’t end up paying huge deposits for a local SIM card. Prepaid SIM cards are also inconvenient. Avoid all hassles!

Please call the Concierge on 6601 6660# to avail special offers on your Matrix Platinum Credit Card.

* Terms and conditions apply.

# Available in all cities with Deutsche Bank branches except Gurgaon / Noida where you need to prefix 011. If dialing from any city (other than where DB has a branch), please prefix the STD code for Mumbai (022). If dialing from any location other than India, please prefix +91 22 before dialing.

ETA Star sponsors Fashionova 2006

2009-10-19T23:19:00.001-07:00

ETA Star co-sponsored Fashionova 2006, an annual graduation event by the MAHE Dubai students, held this year at the Jumeirah Beach Hotel on 28th May. Grandeur Residences, ETA's luxury residential project on the Palm Jumeirah was featured and presented at the show.

Fashion technology students at MAHE Dubai showcased their work at this gala event. Popular with the public, the event attracted a widespread audience in excess of 1000 people, providing publicity for the students and a platform for starting their career or business venture. The fourth batch of fashion design and technology students graduating from MAHE Dubai launched their careers as designers and entrepreneurs on this occassion. Top models from the Indian fashion community showcased the ensembles created by the designers.

Going to Germany for higher studies? Get Matrix.

2009-10-12T01:56:00.000-07:00

Charges

Rental per month	€5
Incoming calls	Free
Local calls to landlines and same mobile network, per minute	€0.12
Local outgoing calls (cross network), per minute	€0.30
International calls to India per minute	€0.70
Local & International SMS	€0.20

Matrix Features

2009-09-28T23:58:00.000-07:00

Local US post-paid mobile number
Better than using pre-paid/calling cards
Excellent tariff plans with free talk time
Get the number before you leave the India
Payment in Indian rupees (save your foreign exchange)
Special offers for parents going abroad to visit children

Matrix 12 talk plan for UK

2009-09-14T02:51:00.000-07:00

Rental per month	£5	£10	£12	£20
Free minutes to call India	40 minutes	70 minutes	100 minutes	170 minutes
Free local minutes	40 minutes	70 minutes	100 minutes	170 minutes
Charges applicable when free minutes are used up
Incoming calls in UK	FREE
Local outgoing calls within UK per minute	12p
Calls to India per minute	12p
SMS within UK	12p
International SMS	12p
Voice Mail service/minute	12p
Contract period	12 months

What’s new?

2009-08-31T04:48:00.000-07:00

Cheaper roaming SMS
Customer while on roaming India, across Vodafone networks, will pay as low as Rs 2.50 for all local and local SMS*. This special offer is applicable to both pre-paid and post-paid customers of Vodafone.

* Conditions apply – SMS on all special and international numbers will remain at Rs 3.45.

Cheaper call rates to Friends and Family
Take our friends and family services and talk at 20p per minute. Add a maximum of Vodafone number to your friends or family circle and talk at cheaper call rates. Pay Rs 15 per month for every local number selected.
To activate this service, SMS to 144 or for more details call +9198111 88888 (toll free from your Vodafone mobile).

Free talktime to Indian students going abroad

2009-08-17T03:36:00.001-07:00

Keep in touch with your friends and family back home with a postpaid UK/US mobile connection from Matrix. Matrix student mobile connection for UK and US are cost effective and continent. With Matrix, you enjoy free time, rock bottom call rates, and the very fact that you get the UK/US mobile number before you leave India, makes it extremely convenient for you to stay connected.

Local mobile number of UK/US
Get the number before departure
Receive free incoming calls in UK
Payment in Indian Rupees – Save foreign exchange for other important things
Receive free itemized bills
24 hours customer helpline

Matrix special offer for BA students

Matrix offer for students going to UK: 15 minutes of FREE calls to India, each month for the first 6 months worth 67.5 GBP*.
Matrix offer for students going to US: First 50 minutes of free calls to India worth 34.5USD*.

Terms:

The above offers are valid on all plans that are offered by Matrix.
This offer cannot be clubbed with any other Matrix offer.
Student will need to give a copy of a valid British Airways ticket to redeem the offer.

Mobile

2009-08-03T04:17:00.001-07:00

With the advent of latest technologies, life has become easier. To deal with the hectic schedule of our daily life, these inventions have contributed a lot and one such contribution is the Mobile phone which has played a key role in simplifying our complex lives. Mobile phone is certainly one of the most incredible technological inventions of all time. Mobile phone, also known as cellular phone or cell phone, has become a way of life these days. In this modern era, we can’t imagine a life without this communicative device which enables us to talk to our family and friends, our colleagues and mentors. It also allows us to stay connected with our near and dear ones while going from one place to another.

Earlier, cell phones were bulky and expensive and did not have much features. But nowadays we find Mobile phones with different shape, size, colour and features. It is also coming in all forms such as clamshell, sliders and swivel. Modern day Mobile phones have not only handy features like SMS, camera, games, music, and videos but are also reasonably priced. There are several special features that are offered to add to your phone that include voice mail, caller ID, holding or call waiting and call forwarding, GPS and Internet. With development in technology, Mobile phone user numbers have increased significantly around the world.

Telecommunications

2009-07-22T03:21:00.001-07:00

Telecom over phone lines is called point-to-point communication because it is between one transmitter and one receiver. Telecom through radio broadcasts is called broadcast communication as it is between one powerful transmitter and numerous receivers. A collection of transmitters, receivers or transceivers that communicate with one another is known as a network.

The advent of Telecom has changed the world immensely. Earlier, people from one part of the world were isolated from the other part but now they have multiple ways to see and hear each other. It has brought the world closer. Telephone, television, and the Internet have kept the world connected.

Telecom Industry is growing at a fast pace in India and it stands fifth in the world. The wireless technologies currently in use in Indian are Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) and Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA). There are 9 GSM and 5 CDMA operators in India providing mobile services in 19 telecommunication circles and 4 metro cities, covering more than 2000 towns across the nation. Telecom Industry in India is regulated by Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI).

The popularity of mobile phones in Telecom Industry has been sky-high by the advent of a variety of SIM cards. These SIM cards enable you to make a call to any number in the world from any place. Matrix, a Delhi-based company, provides complete Telecom solutions to Indian users. It is associated with Vodafone Essar. It provides local post-paid mobile services, BlackBerry solutions and data connections for Delhi and the National Capital Region. Other services include international SIM cards, 3G data cards and wireless communication for use in India and abroad.

www.matrix.in- New Website

2009-07-05T22:07:00.000-07:00

Welcome to www.matrix.in, in all new look and feel. Log on to our website and enjoy new features such as RSS (real simple syndication), Matrix Newsletter, New Service, Funky downloads and much more.

Some of highlights of www.matrix.in

RSS- (Real Simple Syndication) - allow you to get real time update from different sections of the matrix website. Get alert on new talk plans, exclusive offers and much more; right in your inbox.

New Services- Check out our new section such as corporate solutions b2b solutions (for international mobile players), Matrix1, SIM, Matrix newsletter subscriptions, feedback options and so on.

Downloads- Some of the most innovative and exciting Matrix downloads are waiting for you. Spruce up your desktop with funky Matrix wallpapers.

USB Stick Data Card

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Get access to internet any time, anywhere across India and Vodafone data cards. You can use this service when you can roam internationally. Enjoy multi tasking with our EDGE and GPRS enabled data cards.

Make sure the most of a mobile internet connection for both your laptop and desktop. With the Vodafone Mobile connected USB stick, you can access internet in real-time. Just plug into in your system and get connected to the internet. Free yourself from installation hassles.

Features-
• Get high-speed connectivity to the internet through the Vodafone EDGE network.
• Easy to install- just plug in and you are ready. No CD’s needed.
• The USB stick is compatible with any laptop or PC

Travelling abroad? Roam free with Matrix mobile connection

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Matrix enables Indian travelers to roam the world and stay connected smartly. Reduce your international roaming bills by almost 60% with a country-specific mobile number. Enjoy lower call rates, free incoming calls and seamless connectivity when traveling abroad.

Renting out a Matrix post-paid connection gives you the best communication flexibility, whether you are traveling on business or leisure. Get convenient mobile solutions vis-à-vis international roaming, calling cards, phone cards or pre-paid cards.

Benefits of Matrix post-paid SIM cards

Get a local country-specific mobile number before travel
60 % cheaper as compared to using an Indian mobile number abroad
Free incoming calls in most countries
Better than using pre-paid / calling cards
Stay connected the moment you land
Payment in Indian Rupees

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