How to use this device? Mr. Ramon Bautista tells us how through this video:

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With Plan 1,500, you can enjoy as fast as 2Mbps internet with the Smart Bro USB modem anytime, anywhere you want. Anytime you need to surf, just plug it into the USB port of your computer, and you’ll get connected.

To avail of the service you need to pay an initial payment of P1,500 (upon subscription) and Monthly Service Fee (MSF) of P1,500 only.

If you’re the type of subscriber who rarely uses the internet, you can use their other Smart Bro Per-Minute Packages, instead.

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How to load your Smart Bro using a load card?

a. Lightly scratch off the ink on the Smart Load card to see the 14-digit PIN.

b. On any Smart GSM cell phone, text Reload <PIN> <Smart Bro Prepaid number> and send to 1510.

Example: Type in Reload 12345678912345 09291234678 then send to 1510.

c. You will receive an SMS from 1510 on the Smart GSM cell phone showing the updated Prepaid balance and another SMS on your Smart Bro modem message inbox confirming load receipt.

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I found a cool service from Smart called Smart Uzzap where it allows me to chat with friends, even when not in front of my laptop or PC. It’s a recommended service to Smart subscribers on-the-go but needs to connect to their loved ones online most of the times.

What is Smart Uzzap?
The Smart Uzzap is a new service from Smart Telecom that lets its subscribers to connect with friends through instant messengers like Yahoo! Messengers and MSN and to friends who has Smart Uzzap account.

What are the features of Smart Uzzap?
- It has an “Automatic Buddy Matching” feature which allows your address book contacts to be automatically listed in your Buddy List when they are registered to Uzzap by uploading your address book.
- The “Instant Messaging” feature allow you to with your YM and MSN friends wherever you are!
The Smart Uzzap incorporates of buddy list from Yahoo! Messenger, your Smart Uzzap contacts, and MSN Messenger.
- The “Extended Messaging” allows you to send messages to all your buddies even if you are online.
- The “Chat Room” feature allows you to chat with other registered Uzzap users.
- Best of all, the Smart Uzzap is free. It is currently on its Beta Trial period. There are currently no chargers for data or sending messages. After the Beta period, logging in and receiving messages will still be free, however, charges will apply for sending messages.

What do you need to use Uzzap?
- You have to download the software and install it to your phone.
- It requires a GPRS or 3G enabled phones.
- And most of all, of course, you have to be a Smart subscriber.

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I, myself, had several frustrations over Smart Bro Prepaid since I bought it last September 2008. I’ve had experienced frequent internet connection interruptions, with almost 5-15 minutes of disconnection. So I had to make several dialing attempts but usually ended up disappointed. I called their Smart Bro Hotline, even e-mailed them, only to end up disappointed again. It took a customer service representative a week to update me of the report, when they said I should expect a call of update within 24 hours. In fairness to them though, the customer representatives I’ve talked with are polite enough to assist me with my connection problems with Smart Bro Prepaid.

Despite the different techniques I’ve tried to speed up my Smart Bro connection and avoid frequent interrupted connection, I only got disappointments. I almost gave up on my Smart Bro Prepaid Kit. I stopped re-loading my Smart Bro SIM for over two weeks until a friend bought his own prepaid kit and said the connection is just alright. I tried to load my Smart Bro Prepaid SIM and was happy to find out that indeed, the connection has improved. I think though that the promised speed of 2Mbps is not true but at least the new Smart Bro Prepaid internet is much faster than dial-up. I didn’t have the 15-minute disconnection dilemma unlike before. However, there are still rare instances that the modem disconnects by itself.

So do I consider Smart Bro Prepaid Kit now as a smart buy? As I have said in my previous post, it has its pros and cons that should be considered before buying you own modem. Most importantly, you must consider your internet activities. If its only for e-mailing, internet browsing and the usual stuff you do in the internet, or if you are just like me who could not apply for an unlimited plan because of the lack of requirements, then Smart Bro Prepaid is maybe a good choice. It can also be a supplement for your unlimited plans, especially if you’re the on-the-go type of internet user. Not everywhere has WiFi signal, but almost everywhere has 3G signal. However, if you are into online gaming, downloading and a frequent internet user, then you should go to an unlimited plan.

I always discouraged my friends not to buy a Smart Bro Prepaid modem before, but now, I can already recommend it due to a much better speed I’ve experienced with it during the past few days. I hope though that the connection stays as is.

I tested the connection speed at Speedtest.net, and here is the result:

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Connect to the internet anywhere

I been wanting to own a SmartBro Prepaid Kit since the product was launched. I finally got my budget for it last week so I am using it now as my internet connection. Since the purchase, I’ve been evaluating it if it’s a wise buy and compiled the advantages and disadvantages of this modem.

Advantages:
1. It is very portable and handy.
2. You can basically use it anywhere (where there is Smart 3G signal of course). But with the nationwidest coverage of Smart, you can basically use it anywhere.
3. It is cheaper than its competitors available in the market. Globe Visibility modem costs P4,500 and Sun Cellular’s own prepaid kit, although unlimited, have a lock in period of 1 year and requires you a high-paying job to apply. You have to have at least P20,000 salary per month to qualify.
4. You can conveniently load it up using E-Loads and PasaLoad.

Smart Bro Prepaid Kit: Perfect for Laptop Computers

Disadvantages:
1. It works as your ordinary dial-up modem which needs to be dialled to connect. Although, it’s much faster than dial-up.
2. They employ the 30-minute block metering. Once you’re connected, P10 pesos (consumable for 30 minutes) will be automatically deducted from your current load. To understand the this method, you may refer to the Smart Bro Prepaid Website. SmartBro Prepaid Kit
3. The modem can be sucky at times (all the times actually) making you re-connect several times.
4. It’s more costly than the unlimited plans offered by most internet providers. Like in my case, I can consume P100 per day. The rate of course depends on the usage.

I still recommend the unlimited plans if you are a frequent internet user. But if you are always on-the-go, Smart Bro and other prepaid plans can be a good internet connection supplement. So ruit is a wise buy? Well, I am still shrugging myself when someone asks me.

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