2 DAYS LEFT! THIS IS YOUR FINAL CHANCE TO GET THE CHEAPEST WAY TO ROAM AT SUCH AMAZING RATES!
As a frequent traveller, it was difficult communicating with
colleagues around the world and providing real-time updates to key agencies and
customers. I required constant connectivity via calls and data, especially in a
constantly connected world It is frustrating that when overseas, we would have
to cut down on the likes of Facebook, email or WhatsApp to lower data usage.
Though, the most frustrating part about being on the go is
the inability to keep in touch with my colleagues, family and friends,
especially when we are in different timezones. When you are halfway around the
world and 15 hours apart, there is a small window where everyone is awake.
Those important moments can be missed due to the prohibitive high cost of
overseas calls and roaming data usage.
The existing options were extremely disappointing. First, I
was frustrated with buying local SIM cards everywhere. While it was cheaper, it
was not ideal to keep track of so many of them. Second, I couldn't keep my
local number, having to always hope the recipient will answer my calls or not
being able to log in to my apps. Third, paying for roaming was too expensive,
many a times to return home to find a colossal bill waiting for me.
That's why Interfone launched the SIM sticker: A convenient,
affordable, and game-changing 0.5mm sticker placed on any micro-SIM (Apple /
Android) that retains your number when overseas that can drastically reduce
international roaming charges!
It is the easiest way to stay connected. Save on roaming
with Interfone's SIM Sticker. Never change your SIM card again! The sticker
requires only a one-time installation and comes with an accompanying
easy-to-use app to make calls or use the Internet.
It'll connect
you to the best local networks in almost 100 countries, when you make calls,
texts or use data roaming with our high-quality and cost effective services.
My unique perks for the Interfone SIM Sticker
As contributors to the campaign, we would like to share a series of exciting perks to thank you for your help in getting me closer to our eventual goals. Along with the revolutionary Interfone SIM Sticker, we will be giving out DOUBLE OR MORE credits and Interfone branded travel accessories! The perks are as follows:
- Basic: USD $25 for USD $50 credit
Double the credit for those in Home SIM tested countries to try out the service. Backers of this tier will also receive 2 X Interfone branded travel accessories (luggage tag and passport cover).
- Intermediate: USD $50 – USD $112.50 credit
2.25 times the credit for those in Home SIM tested countries to take advantage of this exclusive deal on Indiegogo. Backers of this tier will also receive 2 X Interfone branded travel accessories (luggage tag and passport cover).
- Advanced: USD $100 - $250 credit
2.5 times the credit for those in Home SIM tested countries to get maximum gains from the campaign. Backers of this tier will also receive 3 X Interfone branded travel accessories (luggage tag, passport cover, and inflatable pillow).
With your support, if we do get to exceed the funding goal, we will make sure that everyone gets extra rewards to immediately start saving money on your travels, enjoying your trips, and keep closer connection to those who matter.
After buying a perk, we will need the following details to personalise the Interfone SIM Sticker:
- Go to the Campaign page, and click on the "Ask a question" link, located below my name (Anton Colton).
- Type your details in the field
- Mobile number
- Country
- Network
- Mobile Phone Make/model
- Email address
- Click 'Send Message' and see confirmation the message was sent.
INDIEGOGO IS THE ONLY PLATFORM WHERE ANYONE CAN GET THESE DEALS!
The magnitude of what contributors will help me achieve
Having researched and developed this technology over the
last two years, we are now looking for public support to make it better. You
are the key to setting off the next global revolution in mobile communications.
Besides getting an opportunity to make overseas calls and
data cheaper, contributors to the campaign will also stress test our system. We
have individually tested the SIM Sticker on SIM cards in 54 countries:
Argentina /Australia / Austria / Bahrain / Belgium / Brazil / Bulgaria / Canada / Chile / China / Cyprus / Czech Republic / Denmark / Dominican Republic / El Salvador / Estonia / Finland / France / Germany / Greece / Hong Kong / Hungary / India / Indonesia / Ireland / Israel / Italy / Japan / Korea / Latvia / Lithuania / Luxembourg / Malaysia / Mexico / Netherlands / New Zealand / Norway / Peru / Poland / Portugal / Puerto Rico / Romania / Russia / Singapore / Slovakia / Slovenia / South Africa / Spain / Sweden / Switzerland / Thailand / Turkey / United Kingdom / USA
With the SIM Sticker, we have been able to roam in almost
100 countries, now I need your help to try it at scale.
If we can get just 1,000 SIM stickers up and running at the
end, we will have enough data to streamline the service even more. This will
prove to the world that no one should just accept existing troublesome roaming
solutions anymore. Together, the Interfone SIM sticker will have enough momentum to expand to
even more countries to help more people stay connected.
The Impact
Why my project is valuable to you and to the world.
Save up to 90% on roaming
With international roaming calls for as low as $0.50/min, you can reduce your roaming costs by up to 90%. Enjoy the same low rates when you make international calls from your home country.
Embedded SIM & number
With the Interfone Sim card, you can travel anywhere, call & surf the web with just one universal SIM!
Pay-per-Use
Pay only for what you use, with no monthly subscription, no minimum monthly usage or contract.
Convenience
Skip the hassle of purchasing local SIM card overseas or hold multiple SIM cards for different countries with just one Interfone chip.
Stay on your mobile plan
Enjoy the best of both worlds – your home operator for local calls and Interfone chip when abroad and for international calls.
Global Impact
The first step to changing the world, is to change oneself. More converts to Interfone SIM Sticker instead of the alternatives will lead to more people accepting the inevitable change towards technology that betters our travel experience.
What We Need & What You Get
We are hoping to raise $25,000USD in this campaign. It is
quite an ambitious goal for us, though it is necessary considering the goal of
disrupting local pre-paid SIM cards and more. The funds raised will be put
towards marketing efforts to get the word out to a global audience. It will
take considerable effort to convince frequent travellers to change their usual
routines (i.e. overpaying for roaming).
As the target audience is global, the
bulk of the funds will be spent on online marketing. First, through search
engine optimisation (SEO) to get a global audience who are searching keywords
to visit our site. Second, will be spent on advertising on social media to get
more viral sharing, if possible. Lastly, public relations will be needed to
educate a wider audience on Interfone SIM Sticker's simpler alternative.
After receiving the Interfone SIM Sticker, there is a one-time Installation:
You’re almost ready to roam!
To set up your device, follow these steps before your flight:
1. DOWNLOAD THE MY INTERFONE APP
2. SWITCH TO ‘AWAY’ MODE
Sign in to the My Interfone App with your account details.
3. CHANGE YOUR MOBILE SETTINGS
To enable data roaming while you’re away, always remember to
(i) Change your APN settings
(ii) Enable your mobile data and data roaming
To do this, please follow these steps:
iOS:
> Mobile Data
> Enable Mobile Data
> Mobile Data Options
> Enable Data Roaming
> Select Mobile data Network
> Change APN to <Interfone> (case sensitive), leaving the username & password field empty.
Android:
> Settings
> Mobile Networks
> Access Point Names
> Add
> Change name and APN to <Interfone> (case sensitive)
4. ACTIVATE YOUR DATA ROAMING
To activate your data or buy a package in ‘AWAY’ mode, select ‘Activate Data’ on the My Interfone App.
· If you have a Wi-Fi connection, follow the instructions on the App.
· If you do not have a Wi-Fi connection, you’ll receive an SMS from us with step-by-step instructions on how to buy or activate your data package.
Alternatively you can activate your data or buy a package in ‘HOME’ mode before travelling. All you need to do is make sure that you have a data connection, and then remember to switch to ‘AWAY’ mode when travelling to enable data roaming and start using the package.
5. REGISTER YOUR INTERFONE SIM STICKER
Click the link below and complete the registration process using the chip serial number located at the back of the Interfone SIM sticker card. The serial number starts 8160317xxxxxxx
https://my.interfone.com/signup-now
Where the funds go if I don't reach my entire goal
As this campaign is on a flexible funding
scheme, even if we do not get to the goal, we will honour the perks as
promised. The key goal of this crowdfunding campaign is to get SIM Stickers
into your hands to help you out and help us be better. Increasing users of the
SIM Sticker by 1, 100 or 999 will help me understand more about travellers and
mobile call/data consumption to improve the product and service. I personally
guarantee that there will be the best support for users regardless of funds
raised.
My successful track record with projects like this
I personally have spent quite some time in the
telecommunications industry so I am confident that our Interfone SIM Sticker
works and with your help, will be successful.
My previous corporate role was
the Head of Campaigns at O2 in the UK. I led the launch of SMB Digital
(Connected Devices), the largest campaign in the history of SMB. The campaign
included TV, radio, online, social and PR. It was awarded the best global
campaign by Microsoft and was a finalist in O2’s annual awards. I've been part
of many great products before but nothing as revolutionary as this.
Risks & Challenges
Anything worth doing is never going to be easy. The biggest
risk is that our technology is unable to scale as fast as the demand. We expect
that many people be interested to give the Interfone SIM Sticker a try - the
worry is that the volume exceeds our capabilities to service it.
Also, the biggest challenge is that people are too used to
travelling the same way. Advanced technologies sometimes put people off as too
avant-garde. Even after pointing out the benefits outweigh the costs, it often
takes a giant push to get someone to change.
My qualities to overcome these hurdles
I have a great team behind me to ensure the technical
aspects of the Interfone SIM Sticker are rock solid. Also, as a seasoned
marketing professional, I see changing consumer behaviour as an exciting
challenge.
My plan for solving these challenges
To prepare for the increase in traffic and requests, the team
and I will be on standby around the clock. Our system is built with excess
redundancy to handle major fluctuations in data usage.
As for consumer mindsets, we plan to keep
communications open on social media channels. My team and I will be more than
willing to openly address any concerns for all to see. I hope that the
transparency coupled with the benefits and publicity will turn even the most
cynical of doubters around.
For starters, here are our frequently asked questions at the
end of this page. If you cannot find your answer, please email us at
info@interfone.com and we’ll get back to you shortly.
Other Ways You Can Help
As mentioned earlier, Interfone SIM Sticker is currently
available for SIM cards in 54 countries. I would only offer these goods where
I'm confident of its optimal performance. Hence for all those who are not in
those countries, you can get the Fundamental: USD $10 Rewards only
For those in countries that have not been tested for Home
SIM usage, this fee will ensure they will be first to have the SIM sticker when
Interfone has expanded into that market. Backers of this tier will receive 1 X
Interfone branded travel accessory (luggage tag).
For everyone else, help the revolution when you Share,
Share, and Share!
The more word-of-mouth we can get, the more people will
accept the movement towards providing better communication tools like Interfone
SIM Sticker. Remember to share this campaign with your colleagues, clients,
family and friends. You can do so with the social media links through Indiegogo
so more will able to directly access this page.
FAQs
GENERAL
+ How does my Interfone SIM Sticker work?
Your Interfone SIM Sticker functions similarly
to your local SIM. You’ll be able to make and receive calls, send and receive
SMS, and use data – just at a lower price than if you were to use your home
operator.
All you need to do is stick the Interfone
Global SIM Sticker onto the back of your local SIM card in a one-time
installation. You won’t have to purchase an overseas SIM or use a dual SIM
phone in countries with access to Interfone’s network anymore.
And, you’ll even retain your original number
when making calls.
+ Do I have to buy a new Interfone SIM Sticker
every time I travel?
No, the Interfone SIM Sticker has a one-time
installation and you’ll be able to use it every time you travel abroad to a
country that’s a part of our network.
+ My phone is SIM locked, will I be able to use
my Interfone Global SIM Sticker?
No. Your operator will not allow the Interfone
SIM Sticker to work if your phone is SIM locked.
+ Which phone models are compatible with the
Interfone Global SIM Sticker?
The Interfone SIM Sticker is compatible with
most smartphones, including the Apple iPhone & Android smartphone models.
However, the Interfone SIM Sticker is currently
NOT compatible with any Blackberry device.
+ Which SIM cards are compatible with the
Interfone SIM Sticker?
Your device must use a Micro or Nano SIM to be
compatible.
+ How is the Interfone SIM Sticker different
from purchasing a prepaid local SIM card while overseas?
You’ll be able to enjoy absolute convenience
when you travel to multiple destinations with the Interfone SIM Sticker, see
how:
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One SIM for everything – you won’t need to purchase another SIM at your
travel destination with Interfone coverage.
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Retain your original number for both incoming and outgoing calls, unlike
a prepaid local SIM.
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Enjoy savings when you make and receive calls, send and receive SMS, and
use data roaming.
SET-UP
+ What do I need to do before I travel? How do
I activate my Interfone SIM Sticker?
For information on what to do before you travel
and how to activate your Interfone SIM Sticker, watch our videos for a detailed
walkthrough.
Always remember to enable your mobile data and
data roaming on your phone to ensure that you’ll be able to use mobile data in
‘AWAY’ mode.
+ What do I need to do when I return home? How
do I de-activate my Interfone SIM Sticker?
For information on what to do when you get home
and how to deactivate your Interfone SIM Sticker, watch our videos for a
detailed walkthrough.
+ How do I know if my Interfone SIM Sticker has
been installed correctly?
When you have activated ‘AWAY’ mode through the
My Interfone App, your device’s home screen will display:
“INTERFONE AWAY ON”
This means that your Interfone SIM Sticker has
been detected and you’re now on roaming mode.
When you’re on ‘HOME’ mode, your device’s home
screen will display:
“INTERFONE HOME ON”
+ Will my Interfone SIM Sticker interfere with
my local operator’s service?
No. The Interfone SIM Sticker will not
interfere with your local operator’s service and you’ll even be able to make
outgoing international calls from our platform at cheaper rates.
+ When using my Interfone SIM Sticker, how do I
know if my call has been connected?
When you make an international or roaming call,
you will hear our “We Connect” tone. This indicates that your call has been
connected via Interfone.
Occasionally, the “We Connect” tone will only
be heard partially. This depends on the connection between Interfone and the
local network and won’t impact on your call quality.
+ What should I do if I’m overseas and I'm not
connected to the operator network?
If you have switched to ‘AWAY’ more and are not
connected automatically to an operator network, please try to restart you
device.
If you are still not automatically connected,
please manually search for an available network under your phone’s carrier settings
to connect to the 3G network.
If the problem persists, you can reach us at
info@interfone.com
To activate your local service provider’s
roaming services, please switch back to ‘HOME’ mode on the My Interfone App.
+ What do I do if my Interfone SIM Sticker
doesn’t work while I’m roaming?
Do not remove your Interfone SIM Sticker if it
does not work.
If your Interfone SIM Sticker does not work,
connect to Wi-Fi and switch from ‘AWAY’ mode to ‘HOME’ mode on the My Interfone
App and restart your phone.
If the problem persists, you can contact us at info@interfone.com
+ How can I track my usage?
You’ll be able to track your usage through the
My Interfone App or the Interfone Portal where you can log in to view your call
usage, manage your account credit and check the call rates.
You’ll also be able to top up your account
balance if you are using a prepaid account.
To access the Interfone Portal, visit
my.interfone.com
MAKING
CALLS
+ How do I make a call?
WHILE AWAY
Just call as you normally would from your
phone’s keypad. Simply dial the country code and your recipient’s number. No
additional codes are required.
Before the call gets connected, you will hear a
beep to confirm that the call is going through our network.
AT HOME
To make a call after installing the Interfone
SIM Sticker, simply dial the country code and recipient’s number into your
phone’s keypad as you would normally.
When you make international calls, there are no
additional codes required and we’ll route them through the Interfone network to
make sure you get the best rates.
+ I’m making a local call in Singapore, will
this be through my operator or Interfone?
All your locals calls will still go through
your local operator as normal.
We’ll only route your call through Interfone’s
network when you dial an overseas number.
+ Will I receive calls on my home number when
my Interfone SIM Sticker is activated?
You’ll receive calls to your home SIM through
the Interfone SIM Sticker.
+ Will I receive calls on my home number when
my Interfone SIM Sticker is activated?
Yes, you’ll receive calls made to your original
number, and will be able to make outgoing calls through that number too.
All you need to do is dial as you would
normally from your keypad.
+ How is the call quality?
When using our services, you will seldom
experience any difference between our service and your home operator.
+ Are calls made using GSM or VOIP?
When using the Interfone SIM Sticker, the first
leg of the call is a GSM connection.
Once the call reaches the Interfone network,
we’ll convert the call to a VoIP call.
DATA
ROAMING
+ Will I be connected to 3G or 4G network?
The network you connect to will be dependent on
your destination country’s infrastructure, and your phone model.
+ I’m overseas, but I’m unable to connect to
data. What should I do?
Check if mobile data and data roaming have been
enabled on your device.
Some operators may switch it off by default and
you will not be able to connect to data if so.
To enable data roaming and set up your APN
settings, please follow these steps:
iOS:
> Mobile Data
> Enable Mobile Data
> Mobile Data Options
> Enable Data Roaming
> Select Mobile data Network
> Change APN to <Interfone> (case sensitive), leaving the username & password
field empty.
Android:
> Settings
> Mobile Networks
> Access Point Names
> Add
> Change name and APN to <Interfone> (case sensitive)
+ Why do I need to set up call forwarding?
In order to receive calls as per usual when
roaming, you will need to set up call forwarding before you travel. When call
forwarding is done, the cost of receiving an incoming call will typically be
significantly lower compared to your normal operator.
Call forwarding is automatically activated when
you switch to ‘AWAY’ mode.
IMPORTANT:
If you do not activate call forward or activate
it only after you arrive at your destination, you will still be able to receive
incoming calls with Interfone’s low rates.
However, your home operator will recognise that
you’re travelling – and all your incoming calls will be recognised as an
international call, resulting in a higher incoming call rate charged by your
operator compared to Interfone’s incoming call.
OTHERS
+ What are the payment methods?
We accept payment by MasterCard and Visa.
+ Is this product/service by Interfone legal?
Yes, it’s legal. Interfone is holding a SBO
license from IDA in Singapore and we work with the best providers to provide
you a fully legal service.
+ My company’s telecommunication expenses are
on a reimbursement basis. What should the individual staff do?
Your individual employees can sign up for a
personal account. They will be responsible for their personal usage and
billing.
+ How long do the credits purchased through Indiegogo last for?
The amount paid for each tier of perks (Basic $25 / Intermediate $50 / Advanced $100) will be permanent. The additional credit given exclusively through this campaign ($25 for Basic / $62.50 for Intermediate / $150 for Advanced) will expire 6 months from expected delivery date.