Providr with 'best' data plans/packages?

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Provider with 'best' data plans/packages?

I need a provider with decent data package and signal, I'm currently with giffgaff and its not too reliable... I use my phone as GPS and its no fun when it cuts out in the middle of a journey.

I don't really need minutes that much 200 is plenty and I don't text that much. 5gb should be enough, I think...

It would be great if it was pay as you go, but don't mind a contract if it gives me a greater deal/saving.
 
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Yes, I dumped giffgaff a couple of months back, and should have done it a long time ago. I still have it on my spare phone, just for their cheap international calls.

I went to EE and I find them superb, and I've had good experiences with Three as well.
 
Personally I would grab a PAYG SIM from all the major networks (except O2 as you're already using their network) and see what offers you the best coverage. I'm with giffgaff as they offer the best coverage for me in the areas I travel around, including as a GPS.
 
I could be wrong here but i dont think the network you're with has any effect on GPS capabilities - thats just down to the phone / location?
 
I heard some horror stories some time ago about 3, is that still the case? To me minutes and texts aren't as important as the data, GiffGaff is terrible...

I mainly use Waze as the voice instructions are quick and in time, even my dad ditched his sat nav and uses waze on his S3.

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Just doing some quick googling and found some articles...

http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/best-worst...vodafone-comes-last-1487326#slideshow/1423360

http://www.techweekeurope.co.uk/mobility/4g/ee-three-vodafone-o2-best-161558

http://www.theregister.co.uk/2015/02/10/ee_is_still_the_best_mobile_network/

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I'll give Three a go and see what they're like, the difference on test is not that big compared to EE. But the price difference is noticeable. Three is not limiting the data like giffgaff and o2 do?
 
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GPS doesn't rely on your provider. If you're having data issues, just use GPS with offline maps. You don't even need a data sim for GPS and mapping - with offline maps, you can use location tracking in airplane mode.
 
Waze relies very heavily on a constant data link for those who havn't used it, a lot more reliant on it than say, Gmaps as it uses it for the secondary map systems (live user interaction) rather than the actual map & direction system. Waze also gets fairly shirty with you when you don't have a data connection and throws a bit of a wobbler with it's little red text.

Three will suit your needs fine, their geo footprint is what's important when using these types of system.
 
As above, I find Waze one of the most data reliant GPS on the market.

3's all you can eat data is truly unlimited, only limit is if you try to tether. They're a lot better than before so give them a go and see if they cover your routes.
 
The difference between 3 and EE seems marginal around my area, EE seems very expensive but apparently its the No.1 in the UK. O2 is really low compared to vodafone even.... :o

Waze is really quick with the calculations, traffic info and I see quite a lot of wazers around my area. :)
 
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Waze is good for re-routing when there is traffic, and it also shows you safety cameras. But on my Windows phone, which I know you love :D Here Drive + is superior in all other respects in my view.
 
Waze is good for re-routing when there is traffic, and it also shows you safety cameras. But on my Windows phone, which I know you love :D Here Drive + is superior in all other respects in my view.

We did a 200 mile run in 1 day (next day after passing my CBT :p), me and my mate. He used Nokia Drive + on his Lumia 1020, we got lost around 10 times. He then got fed up and used his HTC ONE M7 with Waze and we only missed 1 exit on a bigger roundabout which was a bit dodgy, but Waze quickly re-routed us without too much hassle.

I tested lots of GPS Apps before, so has my dad and we both settled on Waze in the UK and I'm still searching for a GPS which works well in offline mode.

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Nokia maps was showing a roundabout which didn't exist :p
 
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Considering Google uses the same data as Waze, I find Google maps to be very quick and reliable in terms of avoiding traffic and rerouting. I just stick with Google as I prefer their UI over Waze :p.
 
Waze is so ugly and annoying to use.

I find that to be the case as well. But it does have safety cameras. :)

If I'm navigating somewhere, I use Here drive +, but if I'm merely driving then I sometimes fire up Waze for the safety camera alerts.
 
Wouldn't be surprised if the navigation in Google maps starts to become a little like waze now google own them. Could be the other way round though :)
So Google bought out Waze, I swear they buy out every community ran company... So, will Google maps now have the same functions as Waze or at least the additional information from Waze users about different hazards on the road?
 
So Google bought out Waze, I swear they buy out every community ran company... So, will Google maps now have the same functions as Waze or at least the additional information from Waze users about different hazards on the road?

It's been providing information such as traffic, accidents, etc and using that to reroute from Waze for a good while now. The only thing it lacks is speed cameras but apart from that it's pretty much Waze reskined Google style.
 
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