Tag: econet
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Econet’s Smart4U Bundle Is Vanishing for Some Users, and Getting Pricier for Others
Read More: Econet’s Smart4U Bundle Is Vanishing for Some Users, and Getting Pricier for OthersEconet’s personalised Smart4U bundle has been disappearing from *143# or getting pricier for some subscribers since 1 September 2026. Here’s what Smart4U actually is, what’s likely behind the changes, and what to do if it’s happened to you.
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How to Claim Your 6-Month Free Google Gemini Plus Trial with Econet
Read More: How to Claim Your 6-Month Free Google Gemini Plus Trial with EconetAre you an Econet subscriber looking to boost your productivity and Google Drive storage for free? You are in luck. Econet has recently launched an exclusive partnership with Google, giving selected customers in Zimbabwe a free 6-month trial of the Google Gemini Plus Plan. If you have been hearing a lot about artificial intelligence (AI)…
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Why Starlink’s Direct To Cell Will Not Save Telecel or Revolutionise Zimbabwean Connectivity
Read More: Why Starlink’s Direct To Cell Will Not Save Telecel or Revolutionise Zimbabwean ConnectivityIf you follow the world of technology, you have likely heard the buzz surrounding Starlink’s Direct to Cell service. Currently making waves primarily in the United States, this technology promises a future where your standard mobile phone can connect directly to satellites, enabling texts, calls, and data access from anywhere on Earth, regardless of traditional…
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NetOne’s Big, Beautiful and Slightly Bizarre Bundles: A Deep Dive
Read More: NetOne’s Big, Beautiful and Slightly Bizarre Bundles: A Deep DiveDo not ever let the “Private Limited” part in NetOne’s name fool you; it is a government baby, bred and born. To their credit, the government has attempted to run it as a commercial venture with considerable success. However, every so often, you are reminded of its state-owned origins. They often lag behind private players…
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The Best LTE in Zimbabwe Right Now? A 2025 Deep Dive
Read More: The Best LTE in Zimbabwe Right Now? A 2025 Deep DiveAt Zimpricecheck, we get a lot of questions in our inbox, but one of the most frequent is, “Who is the best LTE service provider in Zimbabwe?” It is a simple question with a surprisingly complex answer. Our team has extensive experience navigating the Zimbabwean internet landscape. Our journey began with a 56Kbps dial-up connection…
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You can no longer buy Starlink Kit in installments
Read More: You can no longer buy Starlink Kit in installmentsStarlink has been no doubt a game changer in Zimbabwe’s telecommunications landscape bringing in much needed disruption including their installment option which allowed people to purchase both the mini and standard kit in installments. It now appears, that over the past couple of days Starlink have quietly withdrawn its equipment instalment plan. This move, made…
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Is Tagtel Worth It? A Close Look at Zimbabwe’s “new” Internet Provider
Read More: Is Tagtel Worth It? A Close Look at Zimbabwe’s “new” Internet ProviderThe Zimbabwean telecommunications landscape has experienced notable shifts especially last year when Starlink officially entered the ring. While the introduction of Starlink garnered significant attention, another development has been quietly unfolding: the emergence of Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs). Among these, Tagtel Communications has positioned itself as a popular contender especially among those with a…
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Unraveling Econet’s mysterious Smart4U bundle. Is it for you?
Read More: Unraveling Econet’s mysterious Smart4U bundle. Is it for you?Ever since its introduction – or, more accurately, its trial period – Econet’s Smart4U data bundle has been a source of both fascination and frustration for many Zimbabwean internet users. At Zimpricecheck.com, we have observed a significant level of confusion and discontent among our readers regarding this bundle. The root of the issue? A distinct…
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We got the SmartBiz 5 Mbps for just US$39: Here’s how you can too
Read More: We got the SmartBiz 5 Mbps for just US$39: Here’s how you can tooThe year 2024 proved to be a turbulent one when it came to broadband in Zimbabwe. At the start of the year, we were accustomed to paying in the region of US$300 for a 100Mbps internet connection. Liquid Home was demanding a hefty US$180 for a 15Mbps fixed uncapped LTE connection, and that was widely…