Claro Chip Internet
Walberto Kennedy
Hi Everyone,
We recently bought a condo in Cabarete and will be visiting and staying there for the first time in mid-October. We are having a lot of work and decorating done now in preparation and I'd like to get the TV and Internet up and running in time for our arrival. The Condo has staff that can let the Techs into the unit.
Claro has been the most recommended for service in the area. I visited their website and tried to set up something but was stymied when I did not have a Cedula/ID number to input.
Is it possible to do this online? Any tips as to how to get it done? Can I set up Credit Card payments with them?
Also, they package their residential phone service with the cable and internet. Any recommendations on those would also be appreciated!
Any information would be helpful!
I found Claro the most difficult to open an account as a resident.
They need DR credit ratings to open a contract for 18 months. At least in SD
Altice was more flexible.
Cable provision in DR is not so good imo and expensive for what you get.
Imo go for good wi fi and Netflix, Amazon etc to get what you watch. Much cheaper.
Viva offers a cheap unlimited wi fi package without contract. You buy the modem and pay monthly. Check the coverage on line. You walk in buy the modem and chip and buy a months service and done. Modem and chip cerca 5000 pesos. 5mb 1100 monthly.
Altice in capital was 3100 monthly with 18 month contract for medium package and variable wi fi despite stating fast. And they owned the equipment.
I have found altice to be faster and more flexible with contracts. One option is to pre pay the contract.
Viva 5 mb contract will be eaten up fast if you don't have cable and use online services like netflix! It will get expensive.
Is there anyone who can go and open the account in their name for you? Once you have 3 to 6 months of payment receipts they will often let you transfer the contract into your name.
My error - Viva is either 5mbps or 3mbps unlimited. Not enough for gamers or business users with fast service needs, but more than enough for most of us.
You pay once a month for unlimited service. with 5mbps you do have a limit but it then drops to 3mbps.
That is more than enough for Netfix unlimited viewing each month. the coverage is good for most places as link below too.
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This is correct, I have a condo and wanted claro for internet, I was told they are taking applications but they are then reviewing those applications and turning down people, in order to get internet I had to sign up under the real estate company for 6 months, the real estate company has an agreement with them, otherwise I would still be waiting.
This just applies to Fiber Optics.....
your friends have Hi - Speed ?
the source
No cedula no fiber optics high speed from Claro to many gringos and expats took off or failed to pay once given service.
You can get low speed and work your trust level up that way takes 1 or 2 yrs
Thanks for the advice! It's much appreciated.
The Condo complex I bought in is wired for Claro from what I'm told. I have asked them to check out what I can do, but it's been a manana thing so far.
This Condo has a pretty active rental program that they administer and they get a lot of Dominicans renting. Hoping that means they can help. I would think that renters want both cable and internet!
I do have several friends in the Cabarete-Sosua area who might be able to help... I hope!
El chip Internet Ilimitado Claro es una excelente opcin para aquellos que buscan una conexin rpida y estable a la red 4G LTE de Claro en Argentina. Con este chip, podrs disfrutar de una navegacin ilimitada sin lmite de datos, velocidades de descarga de hasta 150 Mbps y acceso a redes sociales, streaming de video y msica sin consumir tus datos. Adems, es compatible con una amplia gama de dispositivos mviles y routers, ofreciendo cobertura nacional y planes flexibles de contratacin mensual. Descubre todas las ventajas que este chip tiene para ofrecerte!
En cuanto a los chips de internet ilimitado de Claro en Argentina, se pueden encontrar principalmente dos tipos de productos: los chips para dispositivos mviles y los chips para routers o mdems porttiles. Los chips para dispositivos mviles suelen ser nano o micro SIM que se insertan en telfonos celulares, smartphones o tablets, permitiendo el acceso a internet ilimitado a travs de la red mvil de Claro. Por otro lado, los chips para routers o mdems porttiles son tarjetas SIM de tamao estndar que se utilizan para conectar dispositivos como computadoras porttiles, cmaras de seguridad o sistemas de domtica a internet de manera ilimitada.
En cuanto a las caractersticas de estos productos, los chips de internet ilimitado para dispositivos mviles suelen ofrecer velocidades de conexin 4G o 4G LTE, permitiendo una navegacin rpida y fluida. Adems, suelen incluir servicios adicionales como llamadas y mensajes de texto ilimitados. Por otro lado, los chips para routers o mdems porttiles suelen ofrecer una mayor estabilidad de conexin, ideal para hogares u oficinas donde se requiere una conexin constante y sin interrupciones. Adems, suelen contar con la posibilidad de conectar varios dispositivos a la red wifi generada por el router o mdem, permitiendo compartir la conexin ilimitada entre varios equipos.
To make calls within Peru without racking up expensive roaming charges, travelers with an unlocked GSM phone can purchase and use SIM cards in Peru. This explanation might leave those unfamiliar with tech-savvy lingo asking the question: what does this mean?
GSM (Global System for Mobile) and CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access) are two basic technologies in cellular phones. To give some background, most countries in Latin America, including Peru, are connected by GSM.
GSM carriers put customer information on a removable chip called a SIM card. If the SIM card is taken out and put in a different phone, the same number is transferred to the new cell phone. For this reason, SIM cards make it easier for compatible devices to switch between different GSM network carriers as well as cross-borders. In the United States, AT&T and T-Mobile use GSM, as does the majority of the rest of the world.
Note that to remove the SIM card on earlier phones, one can simply remove the back case, remove the battery, and below the battery is a tiny chip that can slide out, to be replaced by a Peruvian SIM. However, in the latest models it is a bit different. There is actually a tiny hole on the side of the phone where a special pin must be inserted for the SIM card tray to pop out, so that it may be changed. Peruvian carriers all have this tool for replacing SIM card.
Claro, Movistar, Bitel, and Entel are the dominant communication providers in Peru. All offer a variety of mobile phone and home internet plans, but buying a prepaid SIM card (with no contract) is generally the best option for foreign travelers in Peru. A prepaid SIM card come with data, calls, texting, and the ability to add additional credit when needed.
Claro, Movistar, Bitel, and Entel all have locations throughout Peru. In the Miraflores district of Lima, all of these providers can be found a 2 to 10 minute walk from Parque Kennedy . There are convenient locations in Cusco, Arequipa, Puno, and other major cities as well.
A store representative will assist you with the purchase of a SIM card. Bring your passport for identification and local currency to avoid any inconveniences. The words un chip de prepago, or prepaid SIM card, will get you on the right track if your Spanish is limited.
A SIM card in Peru costs about S/.5 (about US$1.50). At the time of purchase, buy some credit so that you can leave the store with a functioning phone, with internet access and call capability. An amount of S/.20 (about US$6) of prepaid credit should be enough to get you started. Once you add credit, you will receive a text message confirming the amount. This is a good indicator that your phone is working properly.
These are two convenient alternatives to the major providers, and are focused more on the market of millennials and travelers. Cuy Movil and sub-brand PeruSIM both operate on the Claro network, which has some of the best coverage in the country.
Claro (Conecel) by Amrica Mvil is the market leader in Ecuador with 2/3 of all mobile customers. It has the best coverage especially in remote areas. 4G/LTE has started in 2015 in Guayaquil, Quito, Cumbay and Sangoloqu and is rolled out in other regions available for prepaid: coverage checker.
If your chip isn't activated (e.g. you try to register on and if it tells you the number isn't activated), you should call another person on the claro network from your phone. This will activate the chip.
Movistar is the 2nd network in the country, giving even better speeds in the cities, but a lower coverage: coverage checker outside. 4G/LTE is open for prepaid and available in Guayaquil, Salinas Quito, Cuenca, Azogues, Ambato and Tonsupa in 2016.
CNT for Corporacin Nacional de Telecomunicaciones is the public provider in Ecuador. They focus mainly on ADSL and landline phone connections. It has a mobile network too, but this is rather limited in coverage. So check before: coverage map. 4G/LTE is open for prepaid and gives the best speeds in cities of all operators in the country.
They offer an exclusive "Chip Turista" with preactivated SIM card on 2G/3G and 4G/LTE including $3 airtime valid for 30 days. This plan is only for foreigners and they must present a foreign passport or ID.
Tuenti is the first MVNO in Ecuador and started in 2015 on the Movistar network (for coverage see above). They focus mainly on the urban youth. In 2016 4G/LTE was opened to all their plans. You should combine it with their Tuenti app for free VoIP calls and SIM management.
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