I've always complained how mobile data plans in the Philippines are so expensive. We get sold the latest gadgets for mobile computing but we can't take advantage of their mobile benefits.
When I first got Hayate I was so excited about finally being able to do more with my mobile phone. I could check my email, maintain my documents, keep numerous notes and reminders, and finally organize my life better (well, at least I was planning to). Well, it was pretty much a success on most points, except for the ones which need me to be online. I didn't want to pay an additional P1,200.00 on top of my monthly subscription fee so I was reliant on free Wi-Fi. Sometimes when I really needed to go online or when I just feel like it I settle for the P10.00/30 minutes mobile internet charging. It's time based, though, so even if you're done checking your email in 5 minutes you're still charged P10.00. Sucks.
I recently heard about Smart's Always On mobile internet plans. Unlike the time-based charging for the usual mobile internet, Always On plans are data-based plans. There are different amounts and data caps you can choose from.
