New contract instead of upgrade

poppy2013

I’m looking for a new phone. I’ve found the deal I want but it’s cheaper as a new contract than an upgrade. I can’t change network as only o2 works well where I live. I have seen that is possible to PAC your number to a third network and back again. Firstly has anyone done this and does it work? Secondly how long does each move take? Thank you

giraffe69

Not a direct answer to your question but have you phoned O2 to see if they will match the new customer offer. Nothing ventured...............

poppy2013

It’s via mobiles.co.uk so I assume not?

ballyblack

. I can’t change network as only o2 works well where I live.

There are providers who use the o2 network such as Tesco mobile which in my experience gives a better deal than o2 itself

also Sky and GifGaf use o2

You will need the PAC to move

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rsvtoddy

Have you thought about wifi calling as an alternative?

I have a similar problem at home as there is no mobile signal but my IDmobile phone does wifi calling perfectly. That would mean not being stuck to O2 and you may find a cheaper contract with another provider that does wifi calling.

mnbvcxz

https://www.ofcom.org.uk/about-ofcom/latest/media/media-releases/2019/end-it-with-a-text-mobile-switching

Haven't tried it but interesting ideas on how to get your pac code..

grumbler

AFAIK, you can transfer your number within O2 without and third network and any PAC


https://community.o2.co.uk/t5/Pay-Monthly/How-to-transfer-a-number-between-two-o2-contracts/td-p/1092869