So, in a week when the words “information bank” are splashed across the front page of the Nikkei, it seems that a large contingent from Japan is heading to the My Data 2017 conference, and I happen to be one of them. Unusually, though, I am going without being a speaker. (It is extremely rare for me to attend a conference where I am not giving a talk.)
A SIM is still the most convenient option for communications, so I got one during my layover on the way to Tallinn, Estonia.
In the Schengen area, you can get a SIM at the WHSmith next to Victoria’s Secret.
This is the package I got.
It costs 7 EURO and can be used for 1 week. Roaming fees within the EU should have been abolished as of June 15 this year, so it should work in Estonia too!
One thing to keep in mind is that this SIM can only be activated within Finland. Put it into your phone right away.
Your phone will then ask for the SIM PIN. You can find it by scratching off the concealed section of the SIM card holder. (Naturally, the PIN is hidden in the next photo!)
After entering it, you should see your usual screen. First, try accessing Google or another site. If you can connect, activation was successful.
Next, send ENG by SMS to 14600. This changes the messages sent by the mobile carrier to English. Of course, you can leave it as it is if you can read Finnish, but I cannot, so I did this.
I hope this post is helpful to you!
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