Not exact matches
The new service is designed to address the biggest complaint from the company's wireless subscribers: the
cost and complexity of
international roaming.
I checked my cell phone carrier's website, and found that by the end of my planned travel for this winter and spring, the Solis would be less expensive than any useful
international roaming plan I could sign up for — that includes the
cost of the device and day passes, though factors in my travel companions who can also avoid the pricey
roaming plans.
To avoid hitting Amazon with serious data
roaming costs, the
International Kindle lacks the web browser that US users get, nor do you get images in your newspapers, just plain text.
Trips like these can add up quickly, so in addition to normal travel
costs (like flights, food and hotel accommodations), you'll need to consider currency exchange rates, foreign transaction fees on credit cards,
roaming charges on your phone, whether you need certain immunizations before entering your destination country and
international departure fees (if you're flying).