Spark do a bolt-on for $9 call Socialiser. It gives you 1GB of data you can use on Facebook, Messenger, Twitter and/or Spotify. 

This is why I see no need for Band 28 in NZ.

Seriously, does anyone actually STREAM music or do you download it on Wifi and then play it?

NZ Mobile Broadband prices are a joke, and Im not playing the game.

I feel really sorry for people who are out of DSL coverage and can only get 3g etc.

I just got my fibre installation approved.

TeaLeaf:

 

This is why I see no need for Band 28 in NZ.

 

NZ Mobile Broadband prices are a joke, and Im not playing the game.

 

@TeaLeaf Are you kidding us? This shows how far you are detached from the real world and have zero idea what you are talking about

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TeaLeaf:

 

This is why I see no need for Band 28 in NZ.

 

Seriously, does anyone actually STREAM music or do you download it on Wifi and then play it?

So you don't see the point of fast data, got it.

TeaLeaf:

 

NZ Mobile Broadband prices are a joke, and Im not playing the game.

 

I feel really sorry for people who are out of DSL coverage and can only get 3g etc.

 

I just got my fibre installation approved.

 

You love fast data and you can't wait to get it.

I'm confused.

steve98: Streaming music doesn’t even need a particularly fast connection

Bingo hence why I didnt reply to the Nubs.

I see your point on augmenting downloads with the 1GB, good idea. I think I get 5GB, of which I use about 300MB. But doing it your way, I might just start using the google music shuffle mode in the car. Music I know I like is already downloaded, but choosing a Genre, this could be a good way to get to hear some new stuff that I like. I use a remote on my wheel anyway so if I dont like it, just skip, no biggy.

TeaLeaf:

 

Bingo hence why I didnt reply to the Nubs.

I wouldn't call John a "nub" as you put it. He has far more experience in the industry than anyone here...

Also for many people who can't get anything except 4G data most are appreciative they can get fast speeds out in the middle of nowhere - most are there for the lifestyle, not to torrent. This is diverting off-topic however and is in no help to the OP.

Personally with me I have 11gb of data on my mobile plan - I do a bit of driving and use Spotify. I download what I can locally to my phone (stuff I'd listen to often) but also like changing it up a notch. I estimate around 6gb of my use per month comes from Spotify but I still don't reach my mobile allowance. Mobile data in NZ is very good both cost wise, speed / coverage and with the allowances they give you and if you want proof just travel to the US (like I did recently).

michaelmurfy:

 

TeaLeaf:

 

Bingo hence why I didnt reply to the Nubs.

 

I wouldn't call John a "nub" as you put it. He has far more experience in the industry than anyone here...

 

Hey no Offense, wasnt specifying anyone.

I get your point about being in the middle of nowhere, I do feel bad for people who also need mobile broadband.

I just personally dont. But now Ive got a new perspective of using my data for streaming genre lists I might just well be changing my mind on using up my data, but for me 3g suffices.

I can't stand commercial radio so my car is permanently set to bluetooth. As soon as I start my car my phone begins to stream the last played playlist on Spotify (always open in background). I do download for off-line listening (flights etc...) but 95% of my music is streamed. Probably around 3GB a month. I don't pay for my phone or data but always stay under my allocated quota according to my employers fair use policy.

Interesting, but 3G should suffice for Spotify streaming....?

Again I wasnt meaning call John or anyone specifically a Nub, I apologise. I just meant I didnt respond as the replies werent based on what I meant.

I can see where some are coming from for music.

So given the above use case, would 3GB suffice the OP? But yeah the VF music pass......

I guess its having a look at home much your music really does use and whether $10 vs included data is worth it?

Can you add the music pass to pay & go? that would be the cheapest.

Also fantastic Fridays, on my vodafone sim i just use them, every friday data and voice deals (never text thought), like 60c for 120mins etc. You could survive on fantastic fridays outside texts.

TeaLeaf:

Can you add the music pass to pay & go? that would be the cheapest.