The Hotspot Feature We can confirm that our ‘Japan Unlimited’ SIM cards do support use of the hotspot feature and so the majority of smart phone handsets should allow you to share the data connection with multiple devices if you wish to. For instructions on how to enable this feature on most Android handsets, please […]
Category: Cellular Data
Creating a Hotspot / Tethering
If you are using an Android device (and you have purchased the Android version of the ‘Japan Unlimited’ SIM card), we can confirm that you can share the data connection with multiple devices by enabling the “Mobile Hotspot” feature on your handset. Before you will be able to access data on your primary device / […]
Cellular Data Setup (MiFi)
To use the service you will need to enable “Cellular Data” (also referred to as Mobile Data) and configure the APN (Access Point Name) profile with the settings below: APN: plus.4g Username: plus Password: 4g If required, you can also enter the additional APN profile settings below: MCC: 440 MNC: 20 Authentication type: PAP or […]
Can I keep my existing Whatsapp account when I switch to a Mobal SIM?
Yes, if you switch SIM cards in your phone, Whatsapp will continue to work as usual (linked to your old phone number). You’ll keep all the chats and groups that are already setup. As long as you don’t log out of your Whatsapp account (e.g. by resetting your phone or uninstalling Whatsapp) if should keep […]
Cellular Data Setup (Android)
To use data, you will need to enable Cellular (Mobile) Data… Tap “Apps” (circle with six dots) > Tap “Settings > Tap “Data usage” > If necessary, tap the switch to toggle “Cellular data” to Enabled: Usually, no other configuration is needed as the Access Point Name (APN) is automatically configured! However, should you still […]

Can I keep my existing Whatsapp account when I switch to a Mobal SIM?
Yes, if you switch SIM cards in your phone, Whatsapp will continue to work as usual (linked to your old phone number). You’ll keep all the chats and groups that are already setup. As long as you don’t log out of your Whatsapp account (e.g. by resetting your phone or uninstalling Whatsapp) if should keep […]
Adding Additional Data
Due to a recent update, you can now add additional high speed data to your SIM card directly through your Mobal online account (MyAccount). After you have logged in to your online account, please click on the “More Information” button to the right of the listing for your SIM card as shown below – On […]
Adding Additional Data
Due to a recent update, you can now add additional high speed data to your SIM card directly through your Mobal online account (MyAccount). After you have logged in to your online account, please click on the “More Information” button to the right of the listing for your SIM card as shown below – On […]
Adding Additional Data
Due to a recent update, you can now add additional high speed data to your SIM card directly through your Mobal online account (MyAccount). After you have logged in to your online account, please click on the “More Information” button to the right of the listing for your SIM card as shown below – On […]
Cellular Data Setup (iPhone)
IMPORTANT: The Global Unlimited SIM provides you with unlimited texts and data in over 120 countries. Outside of these, data is not available and texts are chargeable. Regardless of your location, calls are always chargeable. To view the countries covered and the rates that apply, click here. To use data, simply enable Cellular (Mobile) Data […]