Rogers/Fido 6GB Data Plan Ends on September 30th

By Gary Ng on September 24th, 2008 121

If you’re using the iPhone 3G on Rogers or Fido, most likely you are on the 6GB/$30 smartphone data plan. This plan was supposed to expire at the end of August but it was extended to the end of September. After analyzing my data usage over the past couple of months, I have come to the conclusion that exceeding the 6GB data cap is going to be next to impossible unless I’m tethering the iPhone 3G for internet, or streaming online radio 24/7 (I know some of you guys are music junkies out there).

Anyways, if you recall, I did post some breaking news regarding new data plans coming on October 1st. These plans were leaked to me from a very reliable source, with close ties to the Rogers empire. Let’s also remember the new data plans that will be announced too. How does 500MB for $25 sound? :)

If you’re on the fence about getting an iPhone 3G, maybe it’s time to decide now since this 6GB plan is THE data plan. Tethering is possible through Netshare and iPhone Modem (posts coming soon!). However at this point in time it’d be interesting to see if Rogers can detect it, even through a proxy. Regardless, the peace of mind knowing that you won’t exceed your data plan is what we are all looking for. There’s nothing worse than constantly tracking data usage. I like to surf, stream radio, stream live videos with QIK, and use data freely and frivolously!

September 30th is around the corner so if you haven’t added the 6GB data plan to your account, you better do so quickly. Here’s a breakdown of my data usage from August 12 to September 12th.

Yes, I know I need to use more data. Currently I only use 3G and have turned off WiFi to see how much data I can consume. I’ll let you know my results next month!

6GB Data Usage Contest

This will get very interesting. If you have used up to 6GB of data in one month and send me a screenshot to prove it (please, no photoshopped entries), you will win a MYSTERY PRIZE (ooooh! how exciting)! The first person to do will be a lucky winner of a free iPhone 3G accessory! Good luck!! Spread the word and email this contest to your friends! LOL!

How much data have you used in one month so far? Over 1GB? 2GB? 3GB+?!

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  • thomas

    Just wanted to add that I work for Rogers and reading the comments above I’ve got a few things to point out…

    1. Look in your contracts (if you got a full copy). All 3G Rogers data plans INCLUDE tethering. So plug it in, use PdaNet all you want. You can tether to your hearts content, it won’t cost you a penny more until you hit 6GB.

    2. Rogers Data plans are a separate contract. However, Rogers policy is that “All voice and data contracts must terminate at the same time” So basically, if you renew your data, your voice should be renewed and vice-versa. BUT, that is not done automatically, so it depends on the CSR you get when you call/go in to change it.

    3. Lastly, the 17.50 EPP may be a steal, but Rogers offers much better plans. For example… Rogers Retention plan $20:

    250 Weekday
    Unlimited Evenings and Weekends
    Includes call display.

    Sure, it doesn’t sound that great off the top. BUT, when you call in to complain and get switched to that plan (through retention only) They will also give you whatever add-ons you have for free and credit you for the call display if you’re already paying for it in your $15 iphone pack.

    So basically, switch yourself to a Rogers to Rogers plan, add incoming calling, 6pm evenings… and then you get: (make sure you switch first so that you already have these options when you call Retention)

    $15 ($20 minus $5 credit for call display)
    250 weekday
    unlimited evenings and weekends at 6pm
    unlimited Rogers to Rogers calling (shows as $5 charge plus $5 credit)
    Unlimited incoming calling (shows as $10 charge plus $10 credit)

    add $30 data and $15 iphone pack and for $60 bucks a month (before tax and fees) you get pretty well unlimited everything!!!

    Hope that helps you all!!

  • thomas

    Just wanted to add that I work for Rogers and reading the comments above I’ve got a few things to point out…

    1. Look in your contracts (if you got a full copy). All 3G Rogers data plans INCLUDE tethering. So plug it in, use PdaNet all you want. You can tether to your hearts content, it won’t cost you a penny more until you hit 6GB.

    2. Rogers Data plans are a separate contract. However, Rogers policy is that “All voice and data contracts must terminate at the same time” So basically, if you renew your data, your voice should be renewed and vice-versa. BUT, that is not done automatically, so it depends on the CSR you get when you call/go in to change it.

    3. Lastly, the 17.50 EPP may be a steal, but Rogers offers much better plans. For example… Rogers Retention plan $20:

    250 Weekday
    Unlimited Evenings and Weekends
    Includes call display.

    Sure, it doesn’t sound that great off the top. BUT, when you call in to complain and get switched to that plan (through retention only) They will also give you whatever add-ons you have for free and credit you for the call display if you’re already paying for it in your $15 iphone pack.

    So basically, switch yourself to a Rogers to Rogers plan, add incoming calling, 6pm evenings… and then you get: (make sure you switch first so that you already have these options when you call Retention)

    $15 ($20 minus $5 credit for call display)
    250 weekday
    unlimited evenings and weekends at 6pm
    unlimited Rogers to Rogers calling (shows as $5 charge plus $5 credit)
    Unlimited incoming calling (shows as $10 charge plus $10 credit)

    add $30 data and $15 iphone pack and for $60 bucks a month (before tax and fees) you get pretty well unlimited everything!!!

    Hope that helps you all!!

  • thomas

    Just wanted to add that I work for Rogers and reading the comments above I’ve got a few things to point out…

    1. Look in your contracts (if you got a full copy). All 3G Rogers data plans INCLUDE tethering. So plug it in, use PdaNet all you want. You can tether to your hearts content, it won’t cost you a penny more until you hit 6GB.

    2. Rogers Data plans are a separate contract. However, Rogers policy is that “All voice and data contracts must terminate at the same time” So basically, if you renew your data, your voice should be renewed and vice-versa. BUT, that is not done automatically, so it depends on the CSR you get when you call/go in to change it.

    3. Lastly, the 17.50 EPP may be a steal, but Rogers offers much better plans. For example… Rogers Retention plan $20:

    250 Weekday
    Unlimited Evenings and Weekends
    Includes call display.

    Sure, it doesn’t sound that great off the top. BUT, when you call in to complain and get switched to that plan (through retention only) They will also give you whatever add-ons you have for free and credit you for the call display if you’re already paying for it in your $15 iphone pack.

    So basically, switch yourself to a Rogers to Rogers plan, add incoming calling, 6pm evenings… and then you get: (make sure you switch first so that you already have these options when you call Retention)

    $15 ($20 minus $5 credit for call display)
    250 weekday
    unlimited evenings and weekends at 6pm
    unlimited Rogers to Rogers calling (shows as $5 charge plus $5 credit)
    Unlimited incoming calling (shows as $10 charge plus $10 credit)

    add $30 data and $15 iphone pack and for $60 bucks a month (before tax and fees) you get pretty well unlimited everything!!!

    Hope that helps you all!!

  • thomas

    sorry about the spacing. it was easier to read when I wrote it, then all the line breaks were taken out when I posted it!

  • thomas

    sorry about the spacing. it was easier to read when I wrote it, then all the line breaks were taken out when I posted it!

  • thomas

    sorry about the spacing. it was easier to read when I wrote it, then all the line breaks were taken out when I posted it!

  • http://www.iphoneincanada.ca Gary

    thanks for the awesome post Thomas!!!! :)

  • http://www.iphoneincanada.ca Gary

    thanks for the awesome post Thomas!!!! :)

  • http://www.iphoneincanada.ca iPhone Fan

    thanks for the awesome post Thomas!!!! :)

  • http://www.iphoneincanada.ca Gary

    Call Fido to block your data.

  • http://www.iphoneincanada.ca Gary

    Call Fido to block your data.

  • http://www.iphoneincanada.ca iPhone Fan

    Call Fido to block your data.

  • Thomas

    That’s what I’m here for. I’m you’re inside man! ;)

  • Thomas

    That’s what I’m here for. I’m you’re inside man! ;)

  • Thomas

    That’s what I’m here for. I’m you’re inside man! ;)

  • moe

    used 1.5gb this month

  • moe

    used 1.5gb this month

  • moe

    used 1.5gb this month

  • dysfunctdoll

    Actually I am on the phone with Fido now and that plan expired on Sept 15th…..sucks to be me I guess lol

  • dysfunctdoll

    Actually I am on the phone with Fido now and the $30/6Gig plan expired on Sept 15th…..sucks to be me I guess lol

  • Vic Chan01

    Remember few months back I actually used 5.8gb of data just at 10th day of my new billing cycle….

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