What is GOMO?
GOMO is awesome rolled in fun, and dipped in cool! It’s the game changer that lets you experience all the fun you want with large data allocations that NEVER expire!
A few days ago, this digital telco launched in the Philippines. GOMO can be found in four markets — Singapore, Ireland, Thailand, and the Philippines (gomo.ph). If you’re wondering what GOMO stands for, it’s ‘Go Out More Often’, according to Mr. Yuen Kuan Moon, CEO of Consumer Singapore at Singtel.
In October 2019, ‘GoMo’ launched in Ireland operating on the Eir Limited network.
In May 2020, it launched in Thailand on the AIS (Advanced Info Service) network.
Then in October 2020, it launched in the Philippines on the Globe Telecom network.
Globe filed for the GOMO trademark in its SEC FORM 17-A dated April 2020.
What kind of operator is GOMO?
Source: What you need to know about GOMO
GOMO calls itself a fully digital telco. What it means is that it’s a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO). It’s an entity that offers services similar to a mobile network operator (MNO) such as Globe and Smart but doesn’t own any radiofrequency. What happens is that the MVNO enters into a business agreement with an MNO so it can use the latter’s network for its services.
It’s similar to how Cosmic Technology’s Cherry Prepaid is powered by Globe. That’s why GOMO Singapore runs on Singtel, GOMO Ireland on Eir, GOMO Thailand on AIS, and GOMO PH on Globe.
Do GOMO PH SIM cards support 5G?
Yes! It works under Globe’s nationwide LTE Network and is also capable of 5G. Since it uses Globe’s network, it also means that the quality of its connection also depends on Globe’s network resources or bandwidth. So better check the signal quality in your location.
“Several factors may contribute to your signal strength and network experience such as distance from cell tower, processing power of your mobile device, infrastructures and obstructions in your area such as tall buildings, thick walls, that may be blocking your signal, and being in a high-traffic area, where network resources/bandwidth is shared among numerous subscribers using Globe network,” says GOMO PH in its FAQ page.
Therefore, having a GOMO PH SIM card doesn’t give you any technical advantage in terms of signal reception and download speeds. You’re just like any other Globe subscriber but with different perks or packages.
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How do I purchase GOMO Sim?
Simply click on ‘Get SIM w/ 25GB’ in the GOMO website or GOMO PH app and follow the steps to order your SIM. After completing your SIM order, the SIM card will be delivered right to your doorstep for FREE!
You can also purchase a GOMO SIM via the official GOMO Lazada and Shopee stores.
Currently, there’s two options for the payment. You can either use Gcash or Debit/Credit card.
What’s the advantage of using GOMO PH?
What caught my attention is GOMO PH’s big data allocation that doesn’t expire, which is great for those who are tired of purchasing data promos every time their subscription expired. There’s also an option with call and text allocations that don’t expire as too.
Another perk is the ‘Mo Creds. Since the offerings already come with a relatively large data allocation for an affordable price, users can convert data to call and text allocations. It’s like customizing your own promo whenever you want. This is the best feature for those who want to have more control over their subscription and usage, whether you want it as data, calls, or text.
So this what makes it suitable for users who is not a heavy users of data, don’t like validity periods, and want to have more control over your allocations. Even so, you have to take into consideration the benefits and limitations of the Globe network in your area. If Globe runs great in your area, then good, but if the reception is too weak or traffic is too heavy, then I’d suggest otherwise.
List of GOMO SIM Promos and Data Offers
This list of GOMO promos is accurate as of July 7, 2021 and is subject to change without notice.
GOMO Data Promos
The following GOMO data promos can be registered and purchased on the GOMO app. Download the GOMO app from Google Play or the App Store if you haven’t done so already.
For a limited time, you can buy the GOMO SIM with 20GB of no-expiry data for only ₱199. The promo runs from July 6 to 8, 2021.
You can also buy the GOMO SIM with 30GB no-expiry data and 30-day unlimited data for ₱299 and ₱499, respectively. To purchase the GOMO SIM, visit the GOMO website or go to the GOMO official online stores at Lazada and Shopee.
How to Register to GOMO Promos
GOMO subscribers can register to GOMO promos only on the GOMO mobile app, so there are no keywords to text or numbers to dial. If you haven’t downloaded the app and created a GOMO account yet, read this article to learn how.
Here’s how to register to a GOMO data promo:
- Open the GOMO app and login to your account.
- Click the Shop icon.
- Inside the GOMO shop, select “Local Promos.”
- Choose the GOMO promo that you want to register (e.g. No Expiry 20 GB Data Only).
- Select a payment option such as GCash. Tap “Proceed to Payment Details.”
- Enter your payment details and complete your payment.
- If payment is successful, you will receive a text message confirming your transaction.
- Enjoy your GOMO data.To monitor your data usage and check your remaining data balance, just open the GOMO app. You can register to another GOMO promo even if you still have unused data balance from your previous promo. You can even register to an unlimited data promo alongside your existing no-expiry data promo, and vice versa.
How to Convert GOMO Data to Calls and Texts
Do you know that you can convert your unused GOMO data to call minutes and SMS? With ‘Mo Creds, you can turn your data balance to any of the following:
- 30 texts to all networks for 0.2 GB.
- 6 minutes of calls to all networks for 0.4 GB
- 50 texts and 5 minutes of calls to all networks for 0.5 GB.
All texts and call minutes will never expire and you can convert your data as many times as you want, as long as you still have remaining data balance.
Follow these steps to convert your data to calls and texts using the GOMO app:
- Open the GOMO app and login to your account.
- Click the ‘Mo Creds icon.
- Choose the call and text pack to avail (e.g. 30 texts to all networks for 0.2 GB). Tap “Next.”
- Tap “Confirm Conversion.”
- Congratulations! You’ve successfully converted your data to SMS or call minutes.
GOMO is a refreshing addition to the Philippine telco scene, thanks to its no-expiry data promos and affordable unlimited data offers. If you’re looking to save money on mobile Internet costs, you definitely can’t go wrong with GOMO. You can register to a GOMO promo and make it last for several months, saving you thousands of pesos in the process.
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