Query on data usage and charges - Nokia Messaging Email on E71

[nishantgandhi]

I have been using Nokia Messaging Email since the last 9-10 months on my E71. I have configured my work email, Yahoo, Gmail and Hotmail on it.

However, I need to have push email only when I'm out of the office (i.e. post 7 pm) and over the weekend. Hence, I have configured it over my home wifi network till now. Additionally, whenever I am traveling, I sync my mails twice a day via GPRS (I don't like constant pushing of emails throughout the day).

Basically I use push email more as a substitute for not wanting to open my laptop and check mails.

Now the situation is such that I have to go for an extended leave. And I may be away from my laptop all this while. I am considering keeping the push mail 'on' throughout the day (sigh, some work requirements demand that!).

What I wish to know - how much will this inflate my data cost and bill? Assuming I get close to 30 mails across all email IDs daily? (mostly text, if they have attachments, I shall HAVE to use my laptop to download).

I'm currently on Vodafone Advanced GPRS (Mobile Connect) Rs 199/month package, with data charges at 5p/10 kb.

 

[hiviky2212]

i guess with your plan your monthly package plan around 1-2 gb will be free and that will be more than enough for your email and browsing necessities

 

[Pat]

On my iPhone, the usage meter shows approximately 1 to 2 MB per day (Assuming 15 mails per day)! Ofcourse, I have disabled downloading of images in emails!

If I had to make a very rough estimate, I would say it would use around 500 KB - 1 MB a day just to maintain an active connection with the Server!

 

[mk76]

Charges for Nokia messaging are quite confusing.

You may incur charges in connection with the transfer and receipt of data to your mobile phone and may not be included in your flat data rate plan.

What does the above statement means? So, if I have the new Airtel GPRS plan (98/- for 2GB monthly) do I need to pay extra/separately for Nokia messaging?? Not sure if Nokia will charge anything ??

 

[live2drive]

I'm currently on Vodafone Advanced GPRS (Mobile Connect) Rs 199/month package, with data charges at 5p/10 kb.

Nishant, I'd suggest you opt for the VMC 250 plan. You'll get a benefit of 100mb free per month.

I've been using this plan for quite a while now with zilch issues. Not sure about its availability in your city though.

 

[dharmilstar]

Charges for Nokia messaging are quite confusing.

What does the above statement means? So, if I have the new Airtel GPRS plan (98/- for 2GB monthly) do I need to pay extra/separately for Nokia messaging?? Not sure if Nokia will charge anything ??

Nokia messaging is currently free for Indian users. You will only be charged by Airtel for data usage if your monthly quota exceeds 2gb.

 

[mk76]

^ Thanks. But my question is not abt charges by Nokia. I am more worried abt Airtel.

As there are 2 kind of SMSes - normal and premium (rates 10-30p and Couple of Rs respectively). Similarly this statement at Nokia website mentions that some service providers can consider Nokia Messaging as special service and charge premium rates.

That is what I am concerned about.