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[NEW] Blog Post: Phone Recycling

The Call to Recycle: Transforming Old Phones into New Opportunities In an age where technology evolves at lightning speed, most of us have old mobile phones collecting dust in drawers. But what if those forgotten handsets could help reduce waste, sav...

J_PM by Public Mobile
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Blog Post: Unlock the Power of Public Points

The More You Know: Unlock the Power of Public Points Introduction As a subscriber to Public Mobile, you're likely familiar with the variety of unique perks that come with using our service. Among them is the Public Points Rewards program, which is a...

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J_PM by Public Mobile
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Blog Post: Why 5G is the Future with Public Mobile

When it comes to technology, standing still is the same as moving backward. That's why at Public Mobile, we're not just keeping pace with change; we're leading the way with Canada's first 5G subscription phone service.  What's So Special About 5G?5G ...

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J_PM by Public Mobile
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Top Contributors - Congratulate

Hey Community, Thank you to everyone who contributed to the great conversations this month! We'd like to encourage community members to congratulate other members and share comments under this thread. However, we will keep the Top Contributors announ...

J_PM by Public Mobile
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Leaving Bell

I called bell to pay off my balance owing and he said Bell owns Public...that was news to me, I thought it was Telus.

HLC by Good Citizen / Bon Citoyen
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Issues with iOS 18

I purchased an iPhone 13 Pro Max last month on Facebook at a good price.The owner indicated that the screen is a 3rd party aftermarket screen installed by a local repair shop.Everything was working fine until last Monday. I installed the iOS 17.7 and...

BKNS27 by Mayor / Maire
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accessing Cellular at Sea

We are sailing from Vancouver to Hawaii.  We will have the cruise line's Basic WiFi.I plan on adding a US Roaming Add-On (talk/text/data) for while we are in Hawaii.  However, I need to be able to receive and/or make voice calls while at sea (emergen...

Oilfan by Great Neighbour / Super Voisin
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Leaving Public Mobile Community

I am leaving the Public Mobile community and will not be returning.  As such I will not be reading any responses to anything that I have posted nor will I be replying, obviously.It is not in my best interest to think or say anything publicly, nor is ...

WillyWanka by Good Citizen / Bon Citoyen
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Change nickname/handle

Is it possible to change my nickname/handle on these forums?   I don’t see any place in the settings/profile to do that.   Is it just not possible or did I miss something?

WillyWanka by Good Citizen / Bon Citoyen
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Looking to buy new phone

So it seems my current Samsung phone is a little long in the tooth and in need of replacement.  I’ve been scouring Amazon for a replacement and I’m looking at getting a BlackBerry.  I’ve heard good things about BlackBerry.  Does anyone have any thoug...

WillyWanka by Good Citizen / Bon Citoyen
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SIM cards from Amazon

I was searching for Public Mobile SIMs on Amazon and found one for $4.99.   It’s a SIM for or from Mexico.   Will this SIM work with Public Mobile in Canada?

WillyWanka by Good Citizen / Bon Citoyen
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How to customize the lock screen on your Motorola device?

I'm trying to make my Motorola lock screen look cooler with those widget things you know like showing weather or steps or whatever. But I'm kind of confuse and lost on how to do it. Can someone explain it easy ? Like step by step and and i heard some...

Nickbick7788 by Good Citizen / Bon Citoyen
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New plan $20 3GB 4G

Public mobile has added a new plan $20 3GB 4G speed for some of the existing customers, possibly it may be limited to customers with plan $20 or less.Check your account for eligibility. 

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EB0 by Deputy Mayor / Adjoint au Maire
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Super User Access

So to all of you out there with androids, do you realize if you have bought your phone outright that your paying for your precious device with only half the capabilities that it can performI have a oneplus nord n30 and a Samsung A05 and I have both r...

Sullyy by Great Neighbour / Super Voisin
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Re: 310 2010 to Enmax still not working with PublicMobile?

and @Chalupa_Batman  you don't have to be upset for not able post.  You were only asking for extra info , nothing major. And I provided you that I had the same issue that my post got to unmoderated items too.  It could be the number from the subject ...

hTideGnow by Mayor / Maire
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Goodbye Public Mobile

Public mobile has worked well for me for the past five years, and the lack of features was easy to justify with the low cost.  When public mobile changed the rewards system, my bill more than doubled (although there is the bill credit you can apply e...

Moon_mack by Good Citizen / Bon Citoyen
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What has happened to Public Mobile?

Public Mobile is a shell of its former self. There is nothing to distinguish this tier 3 mobile service from its competition. With the removal of autopay rewards, loyalty rewards and the cheap mobility plans there is nothing left. Their $15 plan was ...

Ventura by Good Citizen / Bon Citoyen
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Pop up ad

Strange ad while playing a game

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La0mbra by New in Town / Nouveau en Ville
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Wifi calling

I'm not sure if this was already addressed anywhere else in this forum but does Public Mobile ever plan on supporting wifi calling in the near future? I live in a rural area and I feel like it would be a very useful feature to have available to me.I'...

PeeBoy by Good Neighbour / Bon Voisin
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Just noticed new plan 50GB for $34 with 10GB bonus data 5G

As the title  says is this 10GB bonus data just for limited time or is it just limited time offer ? Will I get to keep 60GB at 5G for $34 so long as I don’t change plans or is that 10GB bonus just for 12 months can anyone confirm 

Handy1 by Mayor / Maire
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SOS Calling is Planned via Satellite with Starlink - More to Know

Original Post: https://mobilesyrup.com/2024/08/28/elon-musk-starlink-offer-free-satellite-emergency-services-worldwide/ Elon Musk provided T-Mobile with exclusive Cell-To-Satellite Starlink service as it is currently in testing in some parts of the U...

fixin1 by Deputy Mayor / Adjoint au Maire
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So sad telus destroyed Public Mobile

As a longtime Public subscriber all I can say is that telus has stripped Public's mission statement of providing excellent value at a reasonable price while rewarding long term loyalty. So sad. Adieu Public (aka telus)  

obd by Good Citizen / Bon Citoyen
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