4 Reasons Why You Should Consider Ordering Pocket WiFi, SIM Online
Because of the Internet, people's attitude toward shopping has drastically changed. Back then, we see flocks of people going to brick and mortar stores lining up to get the coolest items and some commodities. Today, the market has been divided as more and more consumers start to discover the convenience and variety that online shops provide them with.
Although shopping inside a physical store has its benefits--think of the instant gratification and seeing the product firsthand--ordering online has a lot of advantages too. The same thing is true when renting a pocket WiFi or purchasing a Prepaid SIM card for your trip to Japan. Find out why purchasing online wins over purchasing on-site.
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Why Purchase Your SIM Card Or Rent Your Pocket WiFi Online BEFORE You Land In Japan
For a more seamless arrival and travel experience in Japan, we here at eConnect encourage travellers to make their data and WiFi purchases over the Internet because... why not!
Seriously, here are our top reasons.
1. On-site purchase is usually time-consuming.
With the magnitude of tourists going around Tokyo and other destinations, you can expect many people competing for the same data plan or portable WiFi device. Imagine the long lines associated with it, as well as the exhaustion that may result to irritability--especially when you're told that the last item was sold to the person lining before you.
With online shopping, there is no need for you to sign up for long queues and to be frustrated over an unavailable item. All you have to do is browse through the available plans, choose the SIM card or WiFi device that perfectly suits your travel needs and within seconds, you'll have the item reserved for you. All you have to do is pick up your prepaid SIM or pocket WiFi at the international airport. Another option is having it delivered to your hotel, ryokan, guesthouse, airbnb or a house in Japan. You can even opt for post office pickup if it suits you. Such a hassle-free experience, right?
2. On-site shopping is more expensive.
Physical stores typically offer their goods in fixed prices, which are often high because they also come with applicable governmental fees. Those purchased at the airport even come with airport tax so you'll expect items sold there to be even more costly.
On the other hand, if you get your mobile Internet needs online, everything is much cheaper as the extra charges and fees are eliminated. On occasion, there are discounts and promo codes provided so you can take advantage of those for a much sweeter deal.
3. On-site shopping does not provide you with ample selection time.
When you go around the mall, you only have to find your way through a variety of stores before finally reaching the one that sells the perfect mobile data or WiFi plan that you need. The discomfort brought about by the crowd plus the numbness of your legs brought about by prolonged walking will get to you, making you feel tired to continue choosing the most ideal product to suit your requirements.
Online shopping, on the other hand, is a more leisurely activity. Without having to stand up and go around tiring yourself up, you have more time to search for options, compare the SIM cards and pocket WiFi plans available, and finally choose the product that you want.
4. On-site shopping means on-the-spot payment.
If you are good with currency conversion, you'll have no problem with this. But let's face it--everytime you're eyeing something, you try to convert the price to your country's currency before you count all the yens you have. Such a hassle! And if you use your card, you have to remember that it might not be read by the swiping machine. It might not have been activated in your home country so every time you swipe it, it gets declined. Trust me, you don't want to subject yourself to such an awkward situation.
But when you shop online, all the struggles associated with payment is put at a minimum. All you need to do is to input your credit card information in a trusted e-seller's site, your order will be ready.
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SOME THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND
Shopping online is not 100 percent perfect. I'm sure you've heard horror stories of sensitive information stolen over the Web, undelivered orders or even of unauthorized purchases. To avoid this, always make sure that you are buying only from trusted websites. Read reviews and learn about other consumers' experiences. Stay away from sites that offer too-good-to-be-true deals because more often than not, they are indeed too good to be true.
Before making payments, check the website address bar and find the secure connection icon (usually a padlock). If you can't find this, do not proceed with your purchase or else you'll risk putting your confidential data open for phishing by cybercriminals.
Lastly, see to it that you are connected through a secure network and not through public WiFi. Here at eConnect, our site is highly secure, providing advanced encryption technology to prevent cyber criminals from lurking into your financial details. For a safe and enjoyable online shopping journey, check out what we can offer you.
