Market Overview Of Mobile Companies in Pakistan

The Pakistan market has nearly 97 million subscribers as of Nov2009 (PTA data).The growth slowed down in 2009 but has picked up again gradually. See more about the recent competition among mobile network providers. For those interested in the change from last year, the chart below shows the market share of mobile phone companies of Pakistan, as of September 2008. Compared with July, the market share changed little. Mobilink lost 1% share (35%), picked up by Zong which is cash rich and has a ready-to-invest attitude. The ARPU in Pakistan remains low and is not projected to go up. The year 2008 was marked by changes in SIM sales and registration process, enforced by PTA, the government regulator. If you are interested in the actual numbers and analysis, leave a comment for me. Now let’s review some recent history. At 2006 year end the total subscribers were 48.2 million. In June 2007 the total mobile users reached over 63 million. Based on numbers published at PTA website for 2007, the total number of subscribers (technically it is the number of SIMs issued) was 76.6 million, a teledensity of nearly 49%. In 2007 the average growth rate was about 2.5 million new subscribers each month! After second half of 2007 it seemed as if the growth had slowed down but overall it was fine. One remarkable achievement was by Zong (formerly Paketl) which launched very successful campaigns towards 2007 end completed rebrand launch in April of 2008. See this chart for a breakdown of market share by mobile companies at the end of Q1 of 2007. For detailed one-page tariff information for all the packages (pre-paid and postpaid) offered by the mobile companies, refer to the consumer notice from PTA below - posted as of August 4, 2008. Here’s a brief description of the top mobile companies in Pakistan. At the top is Mobilink, the Pakistani unit of Egypt-based telecom company Orascom. It has been operating in Pakistan since 1994. Subscriber share is 35% at the end of Sep 2008. Ufone, a wholly owned subsidiary of Pakistan Telecommunication Co. Ltd (PTCL), is now under the control of Etisalat group of UAE. It has 21% of subscriber share and added the most lines (2.4 million) from 2006-07. For those in Pakistan it is the one company where they can easily invest locally. Warid, owned by the Abu Dhabi group of the United Arab Emirates and sister of Wateen group is number 4 with 18% market of subscribers. Recently it sold 30% share to SingTel. Norway’s Telenor, a recent entrant with about a billion US dollar investment in Pakistan has been doing well, based on its recent earning report. It has about 20% of the market share. Telenor stock is listed in the Oslo stock market (TEL) and in US(TELNY.PK). CMPak (Zong brand), formerly Paktel, was the latest target of foreign acquisition. After it got acquired by China Mobile it was rebranded as Zong and launched one of the most successful and aggressive campaigns. Within a matter of few months, Zong has achieved a 6% market share. 2. Fixed Wireless (WLL)Please see this post for an overview of the WLL operators and technology. Wireless local loop services are based on CDMA and are considered an alternative to copper lines. Recently rebranded Vfone service by PTCL is the market leader and recently there have been many intersting marketing and pricing moves. You may also follow this link for a list of WLL providers from PTA site. 3. WiMAXThis post provides a summary of WiMAX situation in Pakistan. Wateen has emerged as the largest player and has started advertising for its WiMAX services though as of Sep 2007 the pricing had not been announced. Mobilink Infinity also started commercial WiMAX service in Karachi. Dancom used to be an independent provider but it was acquired by Mobilink. Wi-tribe is another player. 4. Voice over IPCompanies providing VOIP and call forwarding services. In other words: International calls, local rates. See my posts about VOIP related issues for Pakistan.

Mobile Network Portability - MNP

Q: What is MNP?
A: MNP stands for Mobile Network Portability and it allows you and any of your friends or family members using services of other cellular operators to move to your favourite cellular service provider carrying the same Mobile numbers i-e mobile network change without change of your mobile number.

Mobile Network Portability Process for Zong

• Write MNP in sms and send it to 667 for verifying the ownership of your number.
• Now use the Name, CNIC and SIM No. (ICCID) received in the SMS from 667 in response pf your SMS for MNP booking.
• Now use the link http://203.82.55.30/mnp/ for online booking of Mobile Network Portability

For placing MNP request through web Click Here.

Mobile Network Portability Process for Ufone

Now to shift from all other networks to the ufone network process is very smooth & easy just dial 033-12361236. Previously Customers of any other mobile operators (Mobilink, Telenor, Warid, Paktel, Instaphone) wanting to convert their connection in Ufone network/services will be required to visit the nearest Ufone Sales Service Centers or Ufone Franchise Centers.

Process for Mobile Network Portability on Ufone:

The port in request form is to be filled by you giving out the mobile number, name, CNIC/NIC/passport # & SIM number. In addition to port in request form , you will be required to fill in CSAF just like it is done for new sales as per the product opted prepaid or postpaid followed by payment of security deposit in case of postpaid as per tariff plan. For prepaid port-in sales there will be no other charges except porting. There will be no payment of tax required in case of port-in sales. Mobile Network Portability Process for Telenor There is separate procedure for Mobile Network Portability on Telenor for Postpaid and Prepaid customers. Details for postpaid customers are available at http://www.telenor.com.pk/postpaid/mnp.php For forwarding request of Mobile Network Portability to Telenor, please click the link below. http://www.telenor.com.pk/postpaid/www.telenor.com.pk/weblounge/ For Prepaid Port in Customers of Telenor please check the following link. http://www.telenor.com.pk/talkshawk/mnp.php

Mobile Network Portability Process for Mobilink:

Mobilink JAZZ switching from any other to Mobilink network is as easy as dialing 030 5678 5678!

Mobilink has established a dedicated Customer Care helpline 030 5678 5678 for providing information to people who want to join the Mobilink Network. Now, you can simply dial 030 5678 5678 & get all the required information and guidance needed to join Mobilink network without changing your mobile number & code.

Mobile Network Portability Process for Warid:
You can switch to Warid by By simply calling 0321 321 321 1 or visiting the website online at the
http://www.waridtel.com/consumer/cs/online-port-in.php
All off-net subscribers can get their complete existing number (along with network code) ported-in to Warid’s network. You will be provided personalized consultancy and support regarding the process of porting-in, its prerequisites and details of packages and tariffs, along with special MNP offers.

Ufone Mobile Internet Data Packages for Prepaid & Postpaid Users

Ufone Mobile Internet Data Packages for Prepaid & Postpaid Users

Internet on Mobile is increasing day by day due to the growing number of GPRS supported handsets, increasing WAP email access and other interesting web/wap portals, sites and applications. The young generation prefers to have always-on connectivity with their friends and family via internet through chat, email or online social networking.

Get your Ufone Mobile Internet Data package today and enjoy the lowest price per MB for all month round. “Subscribe NOW & enjoy mobile internet access as low as 33 Paisas per MB” from your Prepaid connection or totally unlimited monthly mobile internet usage for just Rs. 500/- on your Postpaid connection.

Sr. # Mobile Internet package Name Package Volume Subscription Charges Validity Activation SMS Shortcode 1. Daily Internet Package 2 MB Rs. 3.99 + tax 24 Hours 804

Sr. # Mobile Internet package Name Package Volume Subscription Charges Price per MB Validity Activation SMS Shortcode 2. Prepaid Mobile Internet 5 5 MB Rs. 50/- Rs. 10/- 15 Days 801 3. Prepaid Mobile Internet 30 30 MB Rs. 150/- Rs. 5.00/- 30 Days 802 4. Prepaid Mobile Internet Unlimited Fair Use Policy* Rs. 500/- Rs. 0.33/- 30 Days 803 5. Postpaid Mobile Internet Unlimited Unlimited Rs. 500/- N/A Prorate Monthly Billing from date of activation 805

* 1.5 GB data transfer limit as per fair use policy.

Note:

Multiple subscription of Daily Internet Package is not allowed within 24 hours of subscription. To Unsubscribe Daily Internet Package send to 8804 Mobile Internet data packages are available for all Prepaid (Sr. 2-4) and Postpaid (only Sr. 5) subscribers on all packages. Postpaid subscriber can subscriber/unsubscribe Mobile Internet unlimited Data package by sending SMS “SUB” to 805, call Ufone Help line 333 from their handsets or can visit the nearest Ufone Customer Service Centers. Postpaid subscriber can subscriber/unsubscribe Mobile Internet unlimited Data package by sending SMS “SUB” to 805, call Ufone Help line 333 from their handsets or can visit the nearest Ufone Customer Service Centers. Prepaid Subscribers can check their remaining data package volume & expiry date by USSD command send to *706# or call 706. After Prepaid expiry or Postpaid un-subscription of Mobile Internet Data packages, standard GPRS charges of Rs. 15/- per MB will be applicable. In case of credit limit expired or non-bill payment, Postpaid Mobile Internet Unlimited Data Package will also get blocked automatically. There will be no change on Mobile Internet data packages if voice package is switched (e.g. from Uwon to Ufone Ghanta Package or change in Postpaid Voice Package etc.). Complete packages & tariff details can be pulled by sending SMS ‘info’ to 800. Once converted to Ufone Life Value Package, the 500 rupees conversion fee will be put in your balance after deduction of taxes. This means that 424.67 rupees will be available to you for use. All charges are exclusive of Tax. Tax will be included / deducted at the prevailing rates. The packages are not offered on Prepaid and Postpaid VPN packages. MMS, Premium URL, Premium downloads OR International data Roaming is not allowed via these data packages.

Zong Internet for only Rs.200/ Month

Zong has offered Internet for only Rs.200/ Month (excluding taxes) with 2GB downloading.

Internet for full month in Just Rs. 200/month is the cheapest in Pakistan.

Zong is leading in offering cheaper internet packages.

You can subscribe by sending an sms to 905

(write sms SUB 2GB and send to 905)

Taxes will be deducted .

Mobile Internet Package - Zong

Daily Mobile Internet Package- Zong

Zong has introduced the only daily mobile internet package of Pakistan.

Daily Mobile Internet Package is a spectacular Mobile Internet offering form Zong that will keep you entertained 24/7. After rocking the market with our Hourly Mobile Internet Package, Zong is back with an outstanding package for all internet users;

ZONG Daily based Internet package.

Internet was never this economical and easy. In just Rs. 5/day you can surf all you want and whenever you want!

It is really very simple…Use the 60 minutes any time during the day without any additional connectivity charges. Charges after Flexi minutes (60 minutes) are Rs 0.25+tax

ZONG is committed to offer such packages for customers because the true spirit of mobile internet is only with ZONG.

To use the service

Activation is as simple as the package, just dial *906# from your ZONG connection and get connected!

Zong Daily Mobile Internet Package

Activation Charges	Daily charges	Flexi Minutes Can be used any time during the day	Charges after Flexi minutes
Rs 10+ tax *	Rs 5	60	Rs 0.25+tax

* Existing per hour subscribers are exempted from the subscription fee of Zong daily package.

Note

• Validity of the free minutes is one day (24 hrs)
• To unsubscribe SMS “unsub” to 909 (unsubscription charges are Rs. 5 +tax)
• If you have no balance nothing will be deducted after reload.
  

SMS Bundle Offer

SMS Bundle Offer- Ufone

Ufone introduces an unbeatable SMS bundle offer which provides lowest SMS rates to any network in Pakistan. To enjoy the fantastic rates on SMS offered by Prepaid, just dial 100 to subscribe to the package of your choice, or select your SMS package from the details below and subscribe through SMS.

Packages Subscription No. of Free Sms Validity SMS 'Sub' to *Uth Package Daily SMS Bucket Rs. 1.99 + tax 500 24 Hours 612

*This package is only valid for U th Package customers

Packages Subscription No. of Free Sms Validity SMS 'Sub' to *Daily On-net SMS Package Rs. 2 + tax 500 24 Hours 611

*This package is only valid for Ufone to Ufone SMS

Packages Subscription No. of Free Sms Validity SMS 'Sub' to *Night Package Rs 1+tax 300 8 Hrs (12 am to 8 am) 609

*Limited time offer.

Packages Subscription No. of Free Sms Validity SMS 'Sub' to Daily Package Rs 3.99+tax Unlimited* 24 Hrs 605

*Fair Use Policy is applicable, up to 500 SMS.

Packages Subscription No. of Free Sms Validity SMS 'Sub' to Fortnightly Package Rs 25+tax 2500 14 days 603

Packages Subscription No. of Free Sms Validity SMS 'Sub' to Unlimited Package Rs 80+tax Unlimited* 30 days 607

*Fair Use Policy is applicable, up to 8,000 SMS.

Packages Subscription No. of Free Sms Validity SMS 'Sub' to Weekly Package Rs 6.99+tax 1200 7 days 608

Note:

• The weekly sms package only available on all Ufone Life Packages, (Life Value, Life Standrad, Life Plus, U Circle Life & U Circle Life Plus) & Uth Package. • All rates are exclusive of GST • Standard rates apply to all SMS sent to the respective ShortCode. • These offer do not include Premium SMS OR International SMS. • Validity of the Daily Package is 24 hours from the point of the subscription. • To check remaining free SMS & expiry date you can send blank SMS to 606. • Customer can subscribe to one Daily Package in 24 hours. • The Daily SMS Package will NOW automatically re-subscribe after 24 hrs , i.e. you will not have to re-subscribe the bucket through 605 everyday • You can unsubscribe to the package at any time by simply SMSing “Unsub” to 506 • If in case you have insufficient balance, you will automatically be unsubscribed from daily package • To unsubscribe weekly SMS Package SMS ‘UNSUB’ to 8066 • 19.5% FED on usage and 10% withholding tax at recharge or bill applies.

How to Subscribe

To subscribe to the SMS package which suits your requirement simply follow the mentioned procedure

Step 1: Write message “Sub” Step 2: Send to “type the respective code of the required subscription plan

Difference between BL-5C, BL-5CA, BL-5CB

What is the difference between BL-5C vs BL-5cA? What is the difference between bl5c and bl5ca? Different charging of BL-5C and BL-5CA?

In batteries BL-5C series is the most popular battery type in Nokia phones. They have the widest compatibility with other .
The only difference between the BL-5C, BL-5CA & BL-5CB types is battery Charge Carrying capacity.
These are all interchangeable i-e, you can use in any one for you compatible Nokia Mobile sets.

1100	1101	1108
1110	1110i	1112
1200	1208	1209
1255	1280	1315
1600	1616	1650
1680 classic	1681 Classic	1800

6030, 6230i	2300
2310	2323 Classic	2330 Classic
2355	2600	2610
2626

The breakdown of battery capacity is as under:

BL-5C — 970 mAh
BL-5CA — 700 mAh
BL-5CB — 800 mAh


Therefore the BL-5C — 970 mAh will give a longer battery time for your set as compared to BL-5CA, BL-5CB.