IPAD 3G data plans

I live in South Africa and wish to purchase an iPAD with 3G. I believe that these are only available with a data plan e.g AT&T. I am happy to purchase a 30 day plan with them seeing as I will be travelling to the USA next month. My question is when I get back to South Africa can I get a local simm card and use that in the IPAD or is the IPAD locked for the AT&T USA network only?

Not only are they not locked to AT&T, you don't even have to get a data plan. If you get one with AT&T, there is no contract and you can sign up or discontinue on a monthly basis.
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After using a new iPad mini on a Verizon data plan for 3 weeks, only 50 MB had been used. Then the device suddenly indicated that all data was used for the month, and refused to connect. A few hours after this, it "fixed itself", connecting, and showing that only 50 MB had been used for the month.
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I've never seen this happen on my Verizon iPad. I've been using it since July 2011 on my account.
ID suggest watching your usage though to see if it happens again. If it does I'd contact Verizon.

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I have recently cracked my iPad 2. It is a state iPad with unlimited verizon 3G data. The folks at the genius bar said they would give me a new or refurbished identical model for the discounted price of $249 in exchange for the cracked one. Can the state Verizon plan be transferred to the new IPad?

Delilah05 wrote:
I have been subscribed to a Verizon data plan on my iPad for a few months now, each month it's auto renewed for me. However, today I got a message that I was out of data and needed to add more. On my iPad I checked my data plan and my cycle date ended 7/8 but it says I have 1000MB left for -2 days. What does this mean? I then have the option to 'add another 1MB of data' but then I imagine Ill have 2MB per month? I'm very confused on why this is happening and what the -2 days mean. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated! thanks!
Hi Delilah05,
I apologize for any confusion caused by the message you received regarding your data usage. We normally send messages alerting you if you are approaching your data allowance before we alert you that you have exceeded your data allotment. If this was the first message you received most likely is simply alerting you about reaching your data allotment.
You are also provided the option to add an extra GB for the reminder of the billing cycle and if you choose to add that extra GB this will not be added on the following billing cycle as it is only added to your current billing cycle to cover any potential data overage.
If you receive these data usage alerts each month I would recommend to reconsider your current data plan and jump to the next Data option as it will cost you less that adding an extra GB each month.
Additionally, please keep in mind that forum members do not have access to your billing and usage information and are very limited as to the assistance they can provide regarding billing and usage. However, our customer service representatives will be happy to access your account and address all your billing and usage concerns if you call us at 1-800-922-0204 at your convenience.

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Can an iPad2 currently on AT&T shared plan be put on a new Verizon shared plan without the wi-fi router that costs $20/month?
The Verizon salesman says no, because AT&T "programs" the iPad differently.

You can't. The Verizon uses CDMA while AT&T uses GSM. They are not hardware compatible with each other.

IPad2 3G Data Plan with Verizon

I'm really looking forward to purchasing the new iPad 2 when it's released on the 11th. I was leaning toward the WiFi + 3G version with Verizon as the carrier because Verizon has a larger footprint in the U.S. and I'm already a Verizon customer.
However, I spoke with a customer service rep at Verizon a couple of days ago who suggested that Verizon would be charging an initial $35 activation fee. She also said that if you canceled the data plan and decided to re-active 3G service at a later time, there would be an additional $35 for reactivating the service if the service had been turned off for 6 months or longer.
I had only planned on using the 3G service when I travel and in those rare instances when I'm not near a Wifi hotspot - neither of which happens very often. I want the flexibility of being able to purchase a month of 3G service when needed without a contract, but a $35 activation/reactivation fee is a a deal-killer for me. I'm really hoping that the Verizon rep was misinformed and that what she told me was incorrect.
Can anyone confirm that Verizon is really going to charge a $35 activation/reactivation fee with their iPad 2 data plans? Does AT&T charge a similar fee?

have the same concerns about activation / reactivation fees.. went to AT&T store and the Verizon store..also spoke to reps on phone...as best I can find out is that AT&T WILL NOT charge activation or reactivation fees whereas Verizon WILL charge these fees....only specific I could not get from any Verizon rep was how long the 3G service would have to be off before they charged another reactivation fee
find it hard to believe that Verizon is actually doing this considering the imense competition for the Ipad2 between these carriers...
looks like AT & T even though I currently have 3 phones with Verizon...

How to apply Static IP address without disabling data plan

Our Network team does not want to open all ports on a server mobile staff needs to access. We ordered static IP addresses and entered them on the firewall so they can specificall access. Once the IP address is added to the iPad - the data plan is disabled.

I have just tried giving my iPhone's WiFi a static IP address and it did not stop the cellular data from working.
I probably misunderstand your problem.
I presume by a static address you meant the WiFi, was this a company internal IP address or an external one?
There could be differences between the iPhone and the iPad in how it handles this situation, my iPad is WiFi only so I could not test this.
If you get no other suggestions on the forum I suggest a visit to Appe store if possible or a phone call to Apple. If you are not under Apple Care there may be a charge for the telephone support but may save a lot of hassle. The option is to ask your Data plan provider.
Sorry I can offer no other suggestions.

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Unfortunately downloads larger than 20mbps require wifi due to most carriers having data limits. This "requirement" keeps people who are not familiar with data and what takes up a lot of data from going over.

Is there any way to have an ipad wifi 3G but not use the 3G (therefore avoiding the extra data plan costs) and just use the wifi?

i am looking to buy an ipad 2 or the new ipad (preferably 32gb) but dont want to buy the 3G version as i have unlimited data usage in my mobile phone plan, i know the wifi only ipad is generally cheaper, but i was wondering if there was a way to buy the ipad with 3G capabilities but not use the 3G and avoid the cost of paying the extra unnecessary data plan? (I know this is a really weird question but i have the opportunity to buy a 3G ipad and was curious of the possibility? any help would be greatly appreciated. cheers

Yes to your questions.
You can download a complete iPad User Guide here: http://manuals.info.apple.com/en/ipad_user_guide.pdf
If you want an iPad 2 32GB it will have to be a refurb model. The only new iPas 2 is 16GB.
What are all the differences between the iPad 3rd Gen and the iPad 2? Is the iPad 2 worth the cost savings?
http://everymac.com/systems/apple/ipad/ipad-faq/differences-between-ipad-3rd-gen -2012-ipad-2-2011.html
What are all the differences between the iPad 3rd Gen models? Which should I buy?
http://everymac.com/systems/apple/ipad/ipad-faq/differences-between-ipad-3rd-gen -early-2012-models.html
Should I Buy a New iPad? Or an iPad 2?
http://www.maclife.com/article/blogs/should_i_buy_new_ipad_or_ipad_2
iPad 3 vs iPad 2 vs iPad 1- Feature comparisons with iOS 5
http://ipadhelp.com/ipad-help/ipad-3-vs-ipad-2/
iPad Q&A
http://www.everymac.com/systems/apple/ipad/ipad-faq/differences-between-ipad-3rd -gen-early-2012-models.html
A Few Questions (and Answers) About the New iPad
http://pogue.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/03/15/a-few-questions-and-answers-about-the- new-ipad/?ref=personaltechemail&nl=technology&emc=edit_ct_20120315
New iPad: A Polishing of the Old
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/03/15/technology/personaltech/the-new-ipad-is-much-t he-same-only-better.html?nl=technology&emc=edit_ct_20120315
iPad 1, 2 and New Specifications
http://www.everymac.com/systems/apple/ipad/index-ipad-specs.html
16GB vs 32GB vs 64GB: Which new iPad storage capacity should you get?
http://www.imore.com/2012/03/08/16gb-32gb-64gb-ipad-capacity/
How much content will fit on my iPod or iPhone?
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1867
If you think you may get an iPad 2:
Refurbished iPad Prices
http://store.apple.com/us/browse/home/specialdeals/ipad
New 16GB iPad 2 Prices
http://store.apple.com/us/browse/home/shop_ipad/family/ipad/select_ipad2
When iOS 6 comes out in the fall, the iPad 3 will get Siri, but the iPad 2 won't.
 Cheers, Tom

I have an ipad2 with wifi and 3G. My wife and I are traveling in France (Nice) then into Italy. We are unable to purchase a data plan because our Verizon IPad will not accept a sims chip...we are told. We were advised that this model wound work in Euro

I have an ipad2 with wifi and 3G. My wife and I are traveling in France (Nice) then into Italy. We are unable to purchase a data plan because our Verizon IPad will not accept a sim chip...we are told. An Apple store employee here said this model is good only in the US. The iPads here take a sim card. We were advised by an Apple Store Employee at home that this model would work in Europe and that we could buy our service here. That does not seem to be the case. We have been told that we must invest in a modem at 200.00€ and then purchase a separate service plan for each country. We can use the free wifi wherever it is available but we cannot connect to the outside world when out of range. Is there anything else we can do?
Thanks, John

Unfortunately, no other solution is available.
Hope this helps

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How do I add to my data plan on the iPad once I have run out and no longer have an internet connection? I am working out of the country and got a message that I was running low,followed immediatly by a you're out message.

Should you not be asking your carrier? They are the people supplying your data plan.

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I have a 32GB Verizon iPad2. I have tried repeatedly to sign up for the 1 GB $20.00 Verizon Data Plan but when I click on the Next button after filling out all of the account information (including selecting the 1GB level plan) a summary account screen flashes that shows that I have selected the 10GB $80 plan!! Then in about 2 seconds that screen disappears and the terms and conditions screen appears with the options to Back or I Agree, or Cancel the screen altogether. So I either Back or Cancel. I have called Verizon--they have no idea. Called Apple and they had me set up a Genius Appt. Anyone else having this problem? Just received the iPad this past Tuesday.

Well now I have 3G service. This is what I did since I posted this question. I got iPad2 the Missing Manual and started reading it. It very clearly said that after you fill in the account information, you get the terms/conditions screen and then you get a summary of the account and a chance to change it before you finally agree. So I decided to do it again, and this time ignore the screen that says I want the $80.00 plan. And yes, it then took me to the account summary page and there was the 20.00 plan and 1 GB! Yeh!! I have just tried it and it works and I then shut it down brought it back in the house and it is now on the WiFi. Go figure what that flashing page is doing!

Can I use the same plan that I have for my iphone 4s with my new ipad? or do I have to buy a new data plan for my new ipad? I would love to use my new ipad away from home but not sure how to use it?

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See the answer on the same question you asked a few minutes ago.

Can I use Apple TV with unlimited data plan for my IPad without any other internet connection?

I Live in a weird area with no hardwired internet connection.
My only internet connection is my iPad Air's UNLIMITED DATA plan from AT&T... It's LTE and it works great for my usual work.
i Want to cancel stupid Direct TV acct and use Apple TV instead...
IS it possible to subscribe a TV account online by using my ipad air's unlimited data plan and watch in on my TV via Apple TV without using any other type of home network account?

If you intend to use your iPads data plan then that will require use of the tethering/hot spot feature. As I said, you will not be able to use airplay, that needs a wifi LAN (home network). This may change with IOS 8, but won't know for sure until the release.

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