Using mobile phones expensive

Using mobile phones expensive

An article that appeared in Kompas, on Oct. 14, 2001 titled
"Using mobile phone with prepaid card is expensive" interests me
a lot. It is hoped that after reading the article users of mobile
phones and would-be buyers of mobile phones realize that using
mobile phones is expensive.

The problem is everybody feels that they should have a mobile
phone, as using a mobile phone has become trendy. Whether they
need one or not, whether they can afford one or not, they must
have a mobile phone. They do not fully realize how expensive the
charges are -- not to mention the roaming charge of 30 seconds.

A roaming charge requires the users who receive calls to pay a
certain amount. A minimum charge of 30 seconds means a 30 second
charge is applied although users only speak for two seconds.

It is a good thing that Kompas published this article, as the
media should educate their readers.

ADRIANUS HIYUNG TJUNG

Jakarta