Enjoy clearer voice calls and faster mobile web experience by activating 3G services on an Idea connection bearing mobile phone.

Idea Cellular promises video call experience with the series of Idea powered devices in select circles. The Video Call using front facing camera is the boon of the third generation cellular technology.

Idea Mobile Subscribers who have mobile phones capable of supporting 3G network connectivity can enjoy the 3G services. Idea offers the 3G services in the following circles -

Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh (East) and Uttar Pradesh (West).

Follow this guide to activate 3G services on your mobile phone with Idea Cellular connection.

Step One

Open the SMS or Message app on your phone. Select "New Message" option to compose a new SMS.

Step Two

In the recipient box, enter the number - 12345.

Step Three

Enter text in the message - ACT3G

Step Four

Send the message.

Idea will send the confirmation SMS after receiving your 3G activation request. Idea takes couple of hours for 3G services to be activated.

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