They can be ordered online and sent to a German postal address, in their stores called 'Telekom shop' (locator) and many other kiosks, service stations, electronic market chains, post offices and other outlets. The stricter law only applies to all newly activated prepaid SIM cards from July 2017. To top up by code, type *104*#. You can keep SIM cards of O₂ and its subsidiaries alive for a minimal fee if you top it up with 1 cent per year by SEPA bank transfer. Lycamobile and Lebara let you recharge from €10 and Lidl Connect, Aldi Talk (only at their own Lidl / Aldi stores) and Vodafone (through its own website only) for as low as €5. For this change, they need to swap SIM cards of existing users by July 2022. It's also known to cover the major cultural festivals with additional back-up. On Sundays or at airports a much smaller choice is available, if any at all. The UK is still included, Switzerland is not. These special stores are called 'Lebara Registration Partner' and can be found through this locator. All allowances can be used at domestic rates for roaming in the EU/EEA and the UK. In the EU/EEA Roam like at home is applied to all allowances without surcharges. Vertragspartner und Leistungserbringer in Deutschland ist die E-Plus Service GmbH zugehörig zur Telefónica Deutschland Holding. Like any other ways, this service is completely free too. The standard voice rate is around 9 cents per minute for a domestic call (to any domestic mobile or landline) and about 9 cents for a domestic SMS, but most offers now include a voice/text "flat" (= unlimited) and a certain data volume. It's run on the network of O₂ with 2G and 4G/LTE up to 25 Mbit/s. Lycamobile from the UK is the main competitor of Lebara and operates on the Vodafone network on 2G and 4G/LTE in up to 42.2 Mbit/s. All add-on packages also renew automatically, if there is enough balance and have not been stopped before. Furthermore you need a rather fast and stable internet connection and cam and microphone. Die gesetzlich vorgeschriebene Identitätsprüfung kann bei ALDI TALK auf folgenden Wegen durchlaufen werden: Bei Registrierung und normaler Nutzung findet keine Bonitätsprüfung des Kunden durch die Schufa statt. I got an Aldi Talk SIM card to try in it, hoping to avoid buying another phone here, and it mostly works. The following list shows the most important players on the German prepaid market that can be bought in shops nationwide. Top-ups are made through Aldi Talk or eplus vouchers by typing *104*# or via SEPA bank account. So as a visitor to Germany you have essentially these options depending where you are: Check each provider in our list, because rules and options vary slightly between operators and brands. mobil and Penny Mobil are two brands of the Rewe retail group with a very similar portfolio. Or you can add one of their SpeedOn packs. In these pure internet plans, you will be billed for your calls and SMS per use. Other frequencies are rare to find and only used by one provider. Note that extra volume is only valid for the running time of the base package and won't roll over: On add-on packs no EU cap applies. Einen Ausdruck gibt es nur auf Bestellung für je 10,00 Euro, sofern der 80-tägigen Speicherfrist der Daten nicht widersprochen wurde. €1.49 for only 50 MB within 24 hours. All three networks give out detailed coverage maps that may be a bit optimistic: The physical coverage of all sub-brands is equal to the coverage of their network. Roam like home with roaming at domestic rates in EU/EEA countries is valid for all allowances and packages. Mit der kostenlosen Aldi Talk-App für Android-Smartphones können Sie unkompliziert Ihren Verbrauch überprüfen, Guthaben aufladen oder neue Tarifoptionen buchen. Some shops may be picky about the address. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website. Lebara – Amazing deals for worldwide calling, More mobile data with congstar Allnet Flat plans, Apple’s iPhone 14 is here – Prices in Germany, O2 – Great Discounts on Internet at Home Packages, Klarmobil: Free Earbud Headphones with Allnet Flat plans. In Switzerland it uses Sunrise UPC. Their vouchers are rarely to be found, but all of them can be topped up online by credit/debit card. Weiterhin kann man die SIM-Karte auch über die Webseite von ALDI TALK versandkostenfrei online bestellen. Registration in the store of a provider (point of sale verification) 1.4.2 2. When given high-speed data limit is reached, there will be a downgrade to 56 Kbit/s: All packages are auto-renewed at the end of the month. Both Aldi and Lidl offer for their own brands only a €5 top-up option, that is only available in their own stores respectively. 1 Basics 1.1 Networks 1.2 Frequencies and coverage 1.3 2G, 3G and MMS shut down 2 KPN 2.1 Availability 2.2 Data feature packs 2.3 EU roaming 2.4 More info 3 T-Mobile (merged with Tele2) 3.1 Availability 3.2 Data feature packages 3.3 EU roaming 3.4 More info 4 Vodafone (VodafoneZiggo) 4.1 Availability 4.2 Data feature packs 4.3 EU roaming It can be used for all brands and operators. I wish at this time to only continue with Packet L since my access to Wifi is currently unavailable. The most convenient way to purchase a SIM card for a visitor is to go to one of the big supermarkets, drugstores, service stations, electronic market chains or right away to an operator's store or a post office and look for one of the providers shown below. These tend to be found in inner city areas. All packages can only be activated only once per month, but these add-ons are can be added to all packages: Add-on data is valid for the rest of the running time of the base plan. Registration and verification is done in their stores by showing your ID document (click on Registration). This article now follows a new order: Telekom has won most network tests and rewards within the last decade in the country. Then you have 4 weeks to make a rechargeable activity to your card (making a call, sending SMS or do a top-up) to keep it stay active. Per Bon, der in jeder ALDI-Filiale mit den folgenden Beträgen erhältlich ist: Per Bankeinzug in folgenden zwei Varianten: An Bankautomaten und Online-Banking der Sparkasse (Cash&Go-Logo, Hingegen funktionieren Überweisungen wie früher bei E-Plus-Karten definitiv nicht (, Onlinebanking der Postbank Ndl der Deutschen Bank: Aufladung mit Wertgutscheinen à 15, 20, 30€: "E-Plus Prepaid Aufladung schnell und einfach online kaufen. You need to accept the conditions for the WiFi network, but you don't normally need to give a phone number, most often only an email address. 225 Mbps and with 4G/LTE included, beyond included allowances throttled to 32 Kbit/s. Top-up by credit card online (some foreign cards may not be accepted) or vouchers sold at Lidl discounter stores or any Vodafone cash card called 'Call now'. Im ALDI TALK Archiv finden Sie alte Preislisten und andere Dokumente. For public transport in Berlin, it's currently the only network that covers all underground tunnels of both the U-Bahn and S-Bahn in 4G/LTE. Top-ups can be made with cash cards sold at the shops mentioned above or by Vodafone CallNow vouchers, even more widely available. Initial validity is 1 year and top-ups of €5 give 4 months, of €15 12 months, and of €30 or more 2 years of validity. ALDI TALK Starter-Set (Basis-Prepaid-Tarif), Price per minute or SMS: 0.11€ within Germany and 0.03€ within Germany to another ALDI TALK number, Calls from Germany to North America & Europe: 0.12€/minute (landline) and 0.29€/minute (mobile number), ALDI TALK Internet Flatrates (500MB to 5.5GB). Vertragspartner und Leistungserbringer in Deutschland ist die E-Plus Service GmbH zugehörig zur Telefónica Deutschland Holding. The ALDI TALK app can be downloaded for free here. You can also employ a mail forwarding service to get the SIM card abroad, eSIM is not offered. Check credit by *100#, to top-up type *104*#. MEDION AG Legally, topped up credit must not be lost and the provider is obliged to give it back to you after having disconnected the SIM. Blau starter packs can be found at a large number of retailers at many service stations, some supermarkets, the big electronic market chains and at most O₂-branded stores too. The brands are an invention of Aldi, which are used country-specific. How do I track my sim order online? If you have a SEPA-based bank account in Europe, you can add amounts as low as 1 cent to keep it alive or top-up less than €15 by bank transfer (details in German). They also offer two day packages valid for 24 hours with 10 GB for €4.99 or 20 GB for €7.49, activation by texting 'STARTDATATICKET#' with # as S or L to 55300. You can't activate SpeedOns on the smaller plans. Seit der gestiegenen Verbreitung von Smartphones, Tablets und Netbooks gibt es Flatrates für verschiedene Nutzungsarten der Kunden. You can get new SIM cards almost everywhere, but not a registration that you need to connect. Register your ALDI TALK SIM with with the APP. Similar to Poland and Austria many more places sell SIM cards, than are allowed to register. give free internet access. MVNOs are popular for prepaid in Germany and often cheaper than the MNOs. EVN kann online eingerichtet werden, enthält jedoch nur kostenpflichtige Verbindungen und keine Verbindungen, die per Flat abgedeckt sind. It operates on the O₂ network in 2G and 4G/LTE up to 25 MBit/s. Totenlicht • 5 yr. ago. Read about which German mobile networks are the best here, See this overview of all ALDI TALK options, Vodafone GigaKombi: The Ultimate Mobile and Fixed-Line Internet Package. Congstar is a subsidiary and secondary brand of Deutsche Telekom giving a less expensive alternative to access the Telekom network. Starter packs are available in all Lidl discounter stores (store locator) sold at €9.95 with €10 credit. In Austria, it uses Magenta Telekom. The UK is included at least until the end of 2021. Check our Swiss article for details. It offers 2G and 4G/LTE at max. Dezember 2005 in Deutschland gestartet. As this offer is totally app-based, you need to download the Funk app from Google or Apple store. It offers coverage where no other network does and speeds often faster than its competitors. Enter your current location, click on Filtern, open the list of Leistungen auswählen and click on PostIdent durchführen. O₂ top-up vouchers can be found there and many other places too for €15, €20 or €30, eplus vouchers don't work. You can get it registered by showing you ID card or passport and any address in many (but not all) of their resellers stores. Tchibo mobil is the brand of Germany's leading coffee roaster store chain and one of the oldest MVNOs in Germany. When you buy it in an O₂ store, let them do the activation. Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. Both SIM card and credit stay valid for 6 months after the last recharge. German providers give you different ways to manage your SIM card e.g. So better add packages from the start: Activation is done online, by ALDI Talk app or dial *121*004# to activate, *123# to check status of activation, *122# to cancel data pack after the present plan expires. By Alertify Last updated Aug 31, 2022 12,656. '2 GB' or 'Day') to 80808 or use the Tarifmanager by calling 22044. Verification is through WebID every day 7am-11pm over a video chat. 40472 Düsseldorf, Vertragspartner: SIM cards should be activated in Telekom Shops at the point of purchase showing your ID. Ortel Mobile is another brand of Telefónica/O₂ aimed at migrants, not only the Turkish market like ay yildiz. You can reset data for more high speed data for the given rates. It contains text or voice at a higher price and can't be switched from a voice SIM card. To register the SIM card you need to use video ID or go to a German post office with your ID document. [1], Der Vertrieb wurde zunächst mit dem Namen yesss bei der Tochtergesellschaft Hofer in Österreich getestet. SIM management is done through mein Aldi online account or mein Aldi Talk app. Different starters are offered: To top-up use eplus vouchers sold everywhere. The brands in this section are sorted in alphabetical order. Online registration hours are normally 8am-10pm, but not 24/7. The CallYa prepaid contract ends only with a notice. These add-on packages can be added for extra data valid for 14 days: All regular plans auto-renew, add-on data is not. To activate any package, use their app or go to your personal account. Abgehende Anrufe/SMS/Daten werden bei Aufenthalt in einem der genannten Länder nach gleichen Konditionen wie beim gebuchten Tarif in Deutschland verrechnet. Starter packs are for €10 with €5 credit. of 500 Mbit/s on 4G/LTE or 5G. We only show here the data bundles valid for 28 days because of limited space: Lyca mobile will automatically renew your bundle after 28 days. Default data rate is an excessive €1.49 per day rate for 50 MB. 1 GB (overuse: throttled to 64 kbit/s), VoIP, tethering (but officially no "stationary use") are allowed, VoLTE and WiFi calling are enabled. This can be done online on your account. 4 SMS-Versand zur Vorwahl 032 kostet 19 Cent. First eSIMs are available in Germany for prepaid customers by Telekom and its subsidiaries only. (*) = The Basic plan can be added by one of these 4 data-only plans for 28 days; To activate text "Surf-Flat #" to 77733 where # stands for size. Tchibo offers these combo or data packages valid for 28 days: Data beyond included allowance is throttled to 64 Kbits/s. In Switzerland it uses Sunrise UPC. Mai 2023 um 12:45 Uhr bearbeitet. It's the place to go, when you have been declined by another provider like Telekom. A triple size SIM card in mini, micro and nano is given out. Hello my Aldi talk sim cart has the message sim cart is not provisioned. Online you can top-up by credit card on telekomaufladen or by using one of the many service companies. These packages are available for 20 days: (*) = These calls are to all networks of Germany and Bangladesh, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Pakistan, Puerto Rico, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, USA and landlines of Kazakhstan, Russia and Slowenia. The World Internet Package can be used beyond the scope of the regulated EU roaming tariff to use mobile Internet access with a smartphone or tablet. Medion AG is the mobile virtual network enabler (MVNE) for Aldi Talk in Germany and Australia, while the MVNE for HoT Hofer Telekom is Ventocom GmbH. Swiss roaming is only for data, not voice or SMS. To cancel the auto-renewal dial *190# before the expiry date and follow the instructions or call customer service for free on 322 before the expiry date. 77 Me gusta. 77 de aprecieri. By texting "Start DayflatL" you get 25 GB for 24 hours in LTE Max priced at €4.99 as an add-on. This option is often suitable for passports, that are not accepted through the online way. In Slovenia, it uses A1 Slovenija. Only pay the given price on the sleeve of the package. For data you can choose among these plans shown below in up to 300 Mbit/s on 4G/LTE and optional 5G, all valid for 28 days: (#) = the Basic plan without a monthly fee requires a special starter that is hard to find. All packages must be activated through your personal account. For add-ons text "Speed-on XS", M or L to 77733. It was one of those regular SIMs with a detachable micro SIM, so after popping out the micro SIM, it worked fine in my Nexus 4. The annual tariff XS from Aldi Talk is the cheapest at a one-time price of 59.99 euros. WiFi calling (or VoWiFi) is possible on all brands of Telekom and O₂ providers. former eplus): The merged O₂ network which still shows as 'e-plus' on some old phones has improved over the recent years. Andere Nachbuchoptionen und Surf-Tickets als bei den aktuellen (Stand: 10.03.2022) anderen Tarifen Neben den Tarifen wurde dieser um Smartphones und Tablets zum Verkauf erweitert.[6]. You need to go the nearest post office which you can find here on the map. Don't expect Korean or Japanese speeds and coverage. In Germany, it uses the Telefónica Germany network . So stay polite, shop around or use other ways like WebID or PostIdent. Ask before purchase, if they are really able to register you and how long it takes, when you need to go online instantly. Initial SIM and credit validity is for 12 months. must be accepted. These voice plans with data up in 4G/LTE up to 300 Mbit/s and optional 5G for a surcharge are valid for 4 weeks (= 28 days): Unlimited domestic on-net calls on the Vodafone network are included for free to all options. A basic allowance is given out for free, in the hope that you purchase more for pay. This applies to all supermarket brands or SIM cards that you buy off the shelf. You can check your remaining mobile data with the ALDI TALK app (for Android or iPhone). For extra data, you activate the same package again ahead of time or add 1 GB for €4.99, 3 GB for €9.99, 6 GB for €14.99 or 12 GB for €19.99 by texting 'START MEHR#GB' to 55300 with # as volume. Telekom (and its sub-brands) is the only German provider that sell eSIMs to prepaid customers. Die mobile Freiheit liegt in Ihren Händen - und zwar zu niedrigen Preisen. It's promoted as a plan especially for tourists and fair visitors and can be only bought in some Vodafone flagship stores. Azoren und Madeira), Rumänien, Schweden, Slowakei, Slowenien, Spanien (inkl. As long as you receive advertisement mails and SMS' your unused credit has an unlimited validity, which is unique for German prepaid SIM cards. 56 Stuttgart Posted 4 Apr 2017 I have my old Samsung Galaxy S4 that I brought over from the US. You can top up by credit/debit card, PayPal. If you haven't updated your address or can't get an SMS while staying abroad, you might loose your line. It's offered around the clock in 5 languages including English. zum . Dieser eGutschein wird von der Postbank - eine Niederlassung der Deutsche Bank AG im Namen und auf Rechnung von Telefonica Germany angeboten. Many other providers compete for special segments and local or limited audiences or are available online only. In summer 2021 these data volumes were doubled as a promotion. Both starter packs are for €9.95 including €10 credit and come in all three sizes. It should be the first choice, if you go to remote or rural areas. Ein Beispiel ist das Musik Paket M mit einer Telefonie-/SMS-Flat inklusive, einem Datenvolumen von 2 Gigabyte und einem Zugang zu Aldi Life Music für unter 10 Euro pro vier Wochen. To add value, type *103*#. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. It will be on a separate slip from the rest of your purchases. Alternatively, you can go to a post office after having entered your data and print out a QR code (or by showing it on the phone) with your ID document. Switzerland has been excluded from their European roaming zone and is charged much higher. Diese Neuerung wurde im April von der Bundesregierung zur Terrorismusbekämpfung beschlossen. Recharges called "Xtra Cash" are sold in most supermarkets, kiosks, service stations and even at ticket machines all over the country. The same applies to mobile hotspot use aka tethering. So better buy it offline at the shops of Deutsche Telekom (called T-Punkt) or other sales outlets. The ALDI TALK Music Package M includes the music service and 1GB of mobile data, as well as unlimited minutes and text messages for 9.99€/month. Free Roaming in All EU-Countries with All German Carriers! The brands are an invention of Aldi, which are used country-specific. Their data-only product is aimed at modems, tablets and routers. Im Mittelpunkt der Produktpalette stehen Kombi-Pakete, die Kontingente mit kostenfreien Telefonminuten und Internet-Datenvolumen enthalten. German SIM cards can be topped up in many ways, but only few of them are suitable for visitors as some of them require German payment systems. Thank you for your assistance. To all options a short-time Datenpass can be added to be activated on their website: www.datapass.de. Auch online sowie mit SEPA-Lastschriftmandat per automatischer Aufladung bei Unterschreitung einer bestimmten Guthabensgrenze ist eine Aufladung möglich. It has a daily rate for real unlimited data based on a calendar day and is linked to a PayPal account. To unsubscribe text 'HALTDATA' to 55255 at least 24 hours before expiration. If you don't want junk ads, consider other offers instead. Default rate is high €0.24 per MB. It's offered by mobile provider Freenet on the O₂ network in 2G and 4G in up to 225 Mbit/s. I recently switched from pack M to packet L hoping for more data and better service, but I still am rarely able to surf or use any of my apps without being connected to WiFi. To top up use O₂ vouchers from €15 or Tchibo cashcards from €10. The usual two UK-based providers Lebara and Lycamobile are active in Germany too. In Australia it uses Telstra Wholesale. With the free ALDI TALK app for all ALDI TALK customers, you can quickly and easily check your consumption, recharge your credit or book tariff options. High-speed data will be used up to the specified limit, after reaching it, there will be a downgrade to GPRS/EDGE speed. This may leave you with a newly purchased SIM card, that doesn't work as you still need to register. On a plus side, you will always have a place to top-up by vouchers there as long as you visit the same chain store. Ankommende Anrufe und SMS innerhalb der EU/EWR-Länder sind kostenlos. Edeka smart starters are sold in larger Edeka supermarkets (locator). It is using the network of O2, a network that is used by many third party providers, because it is usually more affordable than the networks of Telekom or Vodafone (D1 and D2). Just like with Spotify, you can use ALDI life Musik to listen to millions of songs and audiobooks. As these brands are popular with immigrants, it may be the easiest way, if you carry a very "unusual" passport coming from overseas. A top-up of €5 gives 6 more months, of €15 and more 12 months of validity. Der Kunde erhält, z .B . So if you don't use the card for 3 months or longer, it will be deactivated. LIke all German operators O₂ has implemented EU roaming at domestic rates from 2017 in all EU/EEA countries. Danach wird die MEDIONmobile Prepaid Karte deaktiviert, wenn Aldi Talk (also known as MEDIONmobile, ALDImobile, Aldi Suisse Mobile and HoT Hofer Telekom[1]) are mobile virtual network operator in Germany, Australia, Switzerland, Austria and Slovenia. This option is only possible for providers and brands that are present in physical stores like those of the network operators Telekom, Vodafone, O₂ and a few secondary brands and SIM cards purchased there, but no other brand or even the same SIM brand bought somewhere else can't be registered. The below mentioned brands are often sold in special stores, independent phone outlets, internet cafés or other meeting points of the immigrant population. Order and registration are only done online, because this SIM isn't sold offline in any stores. Many German retailers sell their own brand exclusively and they remain popular for the mass market. These packages can be activated for more data on up to 4G/LTE and only 21.6 Mbit/s: Activation is online through your O₂ account. There are no restrictions using VoIP services like Facetime or Skype (effective 2015) anymore. The UK is still included, but Switzerland is not. USSD-Code for Aldi Talk use. From 2016 on you can use their Telekom WiFi Hotspots for free with unlimited data on most plans. Coming from a different country, they won't be displayed to be installed even if you are using a SIM card of the very same provider. Dies ist gesondert beim Aktivieren der Aufladung durch den Kunden zu bestätigen. To stop call 1155 and dial 83. Netzclub is a free ad-sponsored SIM card with a 200 MB high speed volume per month without any charge. The SIM card can only be ordered to a German postal address, making it inconvenient for usual travelers. There are now three network operators in Germany: A 4th network is about to be started in 2022/3: All other offers mentioned below are secondary, ethno and discounter market brands, service providers or MVNOs on the three network operators shown above. This SIM has only data, no voice and is aimed at tablets and modems and generally not a good deal. Aldi Talk is the most popular supermarket brand in Germany available nationwide in all Aldi stores or online. The so-called ethno providers Lebara and Lycamobile have set up own registration points in their sales outlets which are shown on their website. keine Aufladung erfolgt. Until at least the end of 2022 the UK will belong to the Euro-zone. Take care, if you choose these packages with auto-renewal. Activation is online, through the app or by texting "START " to 5667. You'll have the option to take your number for a small fee from aldi talk (something like 25 to 30 Euro) which is usually even compensated by a ~25 Euro Bonus from your new provider. Now you can choose whether your card will be charged to the respective beginning of the month, or if you fall below a credit balance of € 5 under. Anfangs wurden standardmäßige Telefonie-/SMS-Tarife zu vergünstigten Konditionen angeboten. ALDI TALK stellt dem Kunden einen ALDI TALK- Mobilfunkanschluss im Netzverbund der Telefónica bereit, über den der SIM management is through your personal account called "Mein Kundenkonto", or their app. Apple iPhone Xs: Best German Phone Plans with the new Apple iPhone (and 8 / X), Cheap All Net Flat Plans: Check out SimDiscount, Community Flat: unlimited calls/SMS to all ALDI TALK numbers – 2.99€/4 weeks, New High Speed Data: Reset your allowance of high speed data – starting at 3€ per reset, Switzerland & EU Mobile Data: 500MB – 4.99€/7 days, Switzerland & EU Voice Calls: 150 minutes – 4.99€/7 days. But you need to buy a physical SIM and activate it first to swap it to an eSIM profile later in a rather complicated process. These monthly packages are valid for 28 days: Included calls in combo packages are to all German lines and Turkish landlines. Alles über Anbieter, Tarife und Soderaktionen von Prepaid-Anbietern in Deutschland findet ihr im Prepaid-Wiki. Users, politicians and major CEOs alike now put pressure on the operators to improve the situation. Most reseller brands sold in supermarkets, service stations and kiosks can't be registered at their point of sale. Yes, you can. The United Kingdom is still included, while Switzerland is not. The brands are an invention of Aldi, which are used country-specific. Additionally, 700 MHz (B28), 900 MHz (B8), 1800 MHz (B3), 2100 MHz (B1) and 2600 MHz (B7) are employed. 2 Automatische Aufladung entweder monatlich zum jeweils 2. Is there something special I need to be doing in order to have better access on LTE? In Germany, it uses the Telefónica Germany network (since 2014; before, it used E-Plus). To find the stores you should go to a shopping center or a downtown high street from Monday to Saturday during business hours (roughly 10am - 8pm). In den aktuellen AGB[7] finden sich keine entsprechenden Regelungen (so genannte "Schufa-Klausel"). Though O₂ has improved in recent times, it's still not flawless and lacks coverage in the countryside of some regions and suffers from overcrowding in city or event hotspots. Penny Mobil is sold in all branches of their discounter store chain called Penny. Mitmachen. SIM card and credit will stay valid for at least 12 months after your last top-up. As a subsidiary of Telefónica, it uses the O₂ network in speed up to 25 Mbit/s on 2G and 4G/LTE. Top-ups are sold in Edeka chain stores, use any Telekom voucher or top-up online. Take care, that the default rate is still often charged very high at around 20c-25c per MB, while data in packages is sold much cheaper. Some other IT stores have set up registration points for SIM cards like the big electronic appliance markets of the MediaMarkt / Saturn group, Euronics and EP (Electronic Partner).