How to Use and Activate Globe Micro Sim for ipad 2 and 3
By twentyfive
This hub is about how to activate and use Globe micro sim for the ipad 2 and 3. I mentioned 3 in advance because I’m gonna add it here anyway. When you don’t have a wifi, 3G network and 4G network is an amazing alternative especially while you’re on the road, or in a remote area. For Globe prepaid and postpaid subscribers, there are 2 ways on how to set the APN of the new ipad 2 to run the 3G and 4G network. Know them here.
So you are smiling like crazy and excited while unboxing your new ipad 2 with wifi and 3G or ipad 3 with wifi and 4G. Yeah you chose the latter because you knew you’re not always surrounded by wifi. And you are someone who is always on the go…camping, traveling sometimes planking. (laughs) Turning on your new gadget, you hit the internet already. How you are loving Safari so much but then it says, connection failed. And you realize you don’t have a wifi at home. Not a problem, that’s why you bought the ipad 2 with 3G in the first place or ipad 3 with 4G recently if you are so hip.
First let me tell you what you need to connect to the internet without wifi using your ipad 3g or ipad 4g. You’ll need a Globe micro sim. This is gonna be your best friend. Micro sim is different from the usual sim cards used to mobile phones. It’s micro and designed for tablets like that of the ipad 2. Some people though cut their sim cards to fit the sim tray of the ipad 2 3G or ipad 3 4G. For postpaid subscribers I think they give it for free. How much is the Globe micro sim? I bought mine just for 40 pesos. It’s Globe Tattoo microsim and can be used for call, text and internet. How cool! Instead of cutting your sim cards, why not buy a micro sim and use it to your ipad or iphone 4 right?
By the way, Globe is offering an ipad 3G plan of 999 with micro sim for postpaid. You will be having unlimited internet. Your 3G network is active all throughout the plan which expires after 2 years just like any other postpaid plan. But if you don’t prefer that, here are the ways on how to set your APN settings to keep your ipad 3G running and connecting to the internet. I know when ipad 3 is released here in the Philippines, Globe will definitely offer flexible plans for the ipad 3 with 4G too. And ipad 2 will be so lower in price for that matter.
How to activate 3G on the ipad 2:
- Turn off Wi-fi before browsing using the Micro Sim (tap Wifi menu and turn it OFF)
- Tap Settings
- Tap Reset then tap Reset Network Settings
- Tap Cellular Data
- Tap APN (Access Point Name)
- Type the following in the box
- internet.globe.com.ph (for postpaid)
- globe.com.ph (for prepaid)
It's also the same as how to activate 4G in the ipad 3.
Please remember that you have to repeat the steps every time you remove the sim from the tray. For prepaid users, there are PowerSurf services available to have unlimited internet browsing per day, or week or just use your regular load which consumes P5 per 15 minutes of surfing the web. If you want unlimited internet using 3G, bite the plan 999 for ipad 3g.
Another way on how to activate the settings of ipad 2 3G is by downloading the Globe App for ipad. It’s available via itunes of course. There is also Globe App for iphone users. When you have the Globe App, you can activate your 3G network, check your load balance, and do other services available for Globe users.
How to Load your Globe MicroSim for ipad 2 and ipad 3
This article explains the different and easy ways on how to load and reload your Globe MicroSim to be used in the ipad when browsing the internet.
© Copyright 2012 by Fehl Dungo
Comments
yeah internet is unlimited for the Plan 999 just like what I'm using right now. Contract is for 2 years though. There are also consumable options.. You wanna emigrate here seriously? You can live with me. My place is your home... Mwaaaaahhh :)
MMmmmhhhhhhhh......... Oh wow.... Oh drat I can't do hearts in this, it won't let me... hehehe...:) I love you Fehl. :)
hehe you are so cute...mmmmhhh have any idea what I wanna do to that micro sim on your ipad right right now? (winks) I love you, babe :)
Registered sim but getting error message, can anyone help?
what is the error message?
already activated my sim using globe apps for ipad using wifi... its so fast and i have already checked my balance. and also registered to a supersurf50 promo. all successfully registered as what the apps is displaying.it displayed my available load balance and my sim number on the main screen of the apps. I turned off my wifi and im very happy that I have already activated...when i got home from SM im so shocked to see that when I tried to connect to the internet...blag...there it was a word no NO CONNECTION ERROR...Globe what is that? I have tried what you have posted but to my dismay nothing really worked....
did you check your wifi if it's on? hope you have fixed the thing
can i call and text with this??
i did those steps but it says:"you have not activate cellular data network. you are not subscribed to a cellular data service". i bought this micro sim from globe store this morning. my signal has already Globe signal but not functioning.
@Pauu You can call someone using the ipad by having viber or just simply use Skype. Text using iMessage or just simply use Gtalk.
@Anabel hi. Try disconnecting any wifi connection. Then restart your ipad. Be sure you typed the correct APN name for prepaid if you are using prepaid plus you have enough load.
nice post. just bought ipad2 yesterday and i am searching the net on which microsims to use... globe, smart, or sun?? which is best? thanks.
Smart got the strongest signal everywhere especially now that they developed and added LTE networks. I don't always use a microsim for my ipad though because wifi is so strong naman. ipad 2 is so fast and connects easily to wifi what more the ipad 3 :) Globe is fast too but it's my second choice. Sun microsim, hmmm I think they still need to add more networks and coverage to stay at the top.
That's right 3g is a good alternative.
yes Rocky :) and now ipad 3 is here for the 4G so it's really awesome to have it too. LTE is so coming I know
HI, hope you can help me with this one
meron kasi ako ngaun na ipad3 wifi+4g from UK(maybe u need to know kung saan galing) nasync ko na sya but i am having difficulties connecting sa 3g. na follow ko na yung steps 1-6 and napalitan ko na din ung APN. di ko alam kung paano gagawin. this is my first time to have an apple device thanks
if you're using prepaid sim, how can you register to unlisurfing?
@Leo Your ipad 3 runs in 4G so we have to wait from network service providers here to offer that. Actually ipad 3 is not yet released here in the Philippines. I was hoping this April but it looks like they will release it on May since their official website has no date yet compared to countries like Thailand and Malaysia, both are releasing ipad 3 on the last week of April. Globe was the one who released ipad 2 last time. I'm sure the plan for the 4G service is in the oven already. What we can do now is wait til they released ipad 3 in here. In the mean time, just use your wifi. :)
@Xang You can use Powersurf.Just type POWERSURF15 and send to 8888 (valid for 1 day for 1 hour of surfing) Powersurf 30, 50, 99, 299 and 499 are available too.
If you want to use unlimited internet surfing you can use Supersurf instead. Just type SUPERSURF50 and send to 8888
Supersurf 50 is valid for 1 day
Supersurf 200 is for 5 days
Supersurf 999 is for 30 days
Make sure your ipad's Cellular Data is turned on. Go to Settings to check it. Install M.Globe app to make it all easier for you :)
Using the prepaid micro sim that is inserted in the iPad 2, where can you type in or select when you want to register for unlimited internet?
I have explained the different ways on how to load the microsim for ipad. I put the link at the end of the article. If you cant see it, just go to my profile you will see it. Thank you.
i bought a globe microsim for my ipad but i always get an error msg. i followed ur instructions but still i cant connect to the net :-(
Please register the microsim by downloading the Globe Service app. It's free. Activate your mobile number and PIN. Read the article about 'how to load Globe microsim for ipad' I posted the link at the end of the article above. Thanks :)
globe unlimited internet for plan 999? hmmm, better checked!
Thanks for the infos. I was having trouble with my iPad. Luckily I chanced upon site. Mabilis maubos load ko and at times mabagal ang connection. Thanks again.
That's why I don't rely on load so much since wifi is always here. :)
my prepaid is not working whats the problem?i did all the steps how to activate my sim but still its not working cnt connect to the internet
Astra Nomik 4 months ago
Wow, are they really no limit broadband? That is impressive. In UK they say there is no limit, subject to "fair usage" and not exceeding a certain amount of yada yada blaaah. LOL. The network there seems better. I will emigrate there.... can you recommend a place for me? Hehehe..... Mwaaaaaah. :D