Many people travel to their hometowns over the New Year holidays, visit shrines or take part in first sales of the year. However, some people may be troubled by the lack of Wi-Fi at their parents' house, the fact that their children get bored of playing online games, or the fact that they want to make effective use of their free time while traveling or visiting their hometowns.
KDDI's online-only* brand "povo2.0" offers "Data Topping," which allows you to avoid data usage issues even at the end of the year. You can add data as much as you want, whenever you want, so it can be used in situations where you need a lot of data.
We are also offering a special trial Topping that can be used for three months for just 427 yen/month if you use less than 1GB of data per month until January 10, 2023.
In this article, we will explain how to use povo2.0 to your advantage during the New Year holidays and how to proceed.
*: As this is an online-only plan, all procedures and support will be handled online. Please contact us via the povo2.0 app or official website.
Some people may be planning to go back to their hometowns, visit shrines, take advantage of first sales, or go on a trip during the New Year holidays.
Because you spend a lot of time out, some people may be worried that they have used up their data capacity or that they want to watch dramas or anime but are worried that their data usage will be limited.
povo2.0 allows you to Topping your data capacity as you go, so there is no need to limit your data usage or save on data.
One of the attractions of povo2.0 is that you can add data capacity as much as you want, when you want.
Below, we will explain three reasons why we recommend povo2.0 to those planning to go out during the New Year holidays.
With povo2.0, you can choose the amount of data you want to add depending on validity your stay, such as when you go home for the New Year holidays or when you go out, so you can enjoy a comfortable smartphone life even in an environment without Wi-Fi.
For example, povo2.0 has the following data Topping that can be used for validity:
Among these, we especially recommend Unlimited data (*1) (24 hours) and the [Limited offer] Unlimited data (*1) (7 days).
Since you can use it without worrying about data usage, you can binge-watch movies, dramas, and anime on video streaming services such as YouTube, Netflix, and Amazon Prime while traveling home or in your spare time.
povo2.0 is essential for making effective use of your spare time.
*1: Communication speeds may be limited during network congestion or when using video or cloud games.
povo2.0 allows you to use tethering for free, so it can also be used as a pocket Wi-Fi alternative.
By using tethering within the povo2.0 communication area, you can use your game console or PC anywhere, even in environments without Wi-Fi. Since you can share data communication from your smartphone, there is no need to carry a separate router.
For example, povo2.0 can be effectively used in the following situations:
In addition, povo2.0 has a system where you can add Topping yourself, so you have a wide range of options, such as adding data capacity as much as you want when you want to use it, and not purchasing Topping when you don't need them.
When signing up for pocket Wi-Fi, most services have a fixed monthly fee, but povo2.0 allows you to save on your usage depending on your usage, so many people sign up as an alternative to pocket Wi-Fi.
povo2.0 uses the same smartphone lines as KDDI, so it can be used in a wide area across the country.
KDDI has published an "area map" that allows you to check the signal availability in advance, so if you are considering using the service, be sure to check it out.
povo2.0 is perfect for reviewing your smartphone fees when you get together with your family over the New Year holidays. As it is an online-only brand, you can sign up without visiting a store, so you can switch plans on the spot.
In addition, povo2.0 has a friend referral program where the person who refers someone else will receive 3GB of data, and the person who is referred will receive an Unlimited data bonus (*1) (for 24 hours).
Please feel free to use this service to introduce your relatives.
For a Limited offer Limited offer, we are also offering an Data Top-up (for 90 days), and if you take advantage of this Topping, you can use povo2.0 for 3 months for just 427 yen/month if you use less than 1GB per month.
In addition, since povo2.0 has a basic fee of 0 yen (*2), there is no fees unless you purchase additional data Topping or call Topping (such as Topping for unlimited calls within 5 minutes (*6)). The appeal of povo2.0 is that you can customize it with your favorite Topping depending on the time of use.
*2: If you do not purchase Topping for more than 180 days, your usage may be suspended or your contract may be terminated. 0 yen 0 GB, the maximum sending/receiving speed will be 128 kbps. Data Only In the case of *1, initial Topping purchase is required at the time of contract. Calls＋Data In the case of 0 yen 0 GB, domestic calls: tax included 22 yen/30 seconds Some calling rates, such as calls to satellite phones, may differ. See here for details. In addition, designated call charges apply to calls to phone numbers set up fees by other companies. Sending domestic SMS: tax included 3.3 yen/text (up to 70 characters) Receiving: Free Up to 670 full-width characters can be sent depending on the model. However, up to 134 characters, two SMS will be sent, and after that, one SMS will be sent for every 67 characters. If you subscribe to 5 lines (*) under the same name, a contract administration fee of tax included 3,850 yen/line will be charged for the 6th line and thereafter.
*Including lines that have been terminated or cancelled by the Company within the past year.
*6：Calls to phone numbers set by other companies starting from 0570 (Navidial, etc.) to fees, number guide (104) (number guide fee is not free, calls to fees are free), administrative 1XY service (188), # dial (Quick Dial), SMS transmission, calls to satellite phones, calls to phone numbers specified separately by the Company, etc. are not covered by this service. The Topping service is not available for free calls to international calls and calls made overseas. International calls and incoming/outgoing calls overseas are also not covered. Calling charges are based on the service.
The procedure for povo2.0 is as follows:
First, prepare the documents required for the povo2.0 procedure. If you prepare the following five items, the procedure will go smoothly.
Once you have prepared the above, download the official povo2.0 app, click "Apply for povo2.0," and select the contract method that suits your situation, such as a new contract or switching.
Applications for povo2.0 are made through the official app, so please download the official app first.
Once you have downloaded the app, follow the steps below to verify your identity and enter your customer information.
The povo2.0 app is designed so that even those who are not familiar with smartphones can sign up by simply following the instructions on the screen.
If you have any problems, you can contact support through the povo2.0 app.
The SIM activation procedure differs depending on whether you sign up for an eSIM or SIM card.
If you are wondering about the difference between eSIM and SIM cards or how to sign up, please refer to the article below.
The activation procedure for eSIM is as follows:
The activation procedure for a SIM card is as follows:
The povo2.0 contract procedure is carried out sequentially, so during busy times it may take several days to complete. Once completed, you will receive a notification to your registered email address, so please check it frequently.
*3: Depending on the device, APN settings and OS updates may be required (automatic settings are configured on some models).
*4: Not required for iPad.
In this article, we explained why we recommend using povo2.0 during the New Year holidays.
povo2.0 is an online-only brand that offers the appealing Topping of allowing you to add as much data as you want, when you want.
povo2.0 is perfect for those who are planning to go out over the New Year holidays and have the following concerns:
For people like this, we recommend povo2.0. Until January 10, 2023, we are also offering a data Topping called "Limited offer Unlimited data (*1) (7 days)." With this plan, you can enjoy unlimited social media, tethering, and video streaming services over the New Year holidays without worrying about data restrictions.
Please take this opportunity to consider applying for povo2.0, which has a basic fee of 0 yen (*2) and no contract processing fee (*5).
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