“If I buy this, got freebies or not?” …is something that most of us Malaysians have grown accustomed to asking when we’re out shopping. We can’t help it, we just like to get the most value out of our money! In fact, some of us are even willing to go the extra length just to sneakily earn some freebies. Sounds familiar? Read on to find out if you’ve done some of these things too!
1. Using your expired student card to enjoy extra perks
One of the perks that come with being a university student is that you get to flash your student card and enjoy extra perks such as additional discounts or even freebies. Some of us still try to take advantage of this perk even after we’ve graduated!
2. Creating multiple social media accounts just to increase your chances of winning giveaways
We all have that one friend who is obsessed with entering online giveaways on social media (or you are that friend!). And in order to increase their chances of winning, they’d sometimes create multiple social media accounts just so they can spam these contests!
We can’t tell if this is genius or not… ?
3. Having 10 different email accounts to get free subscriptions
If you’re a university student, konfem you’ve done this before! This usually happens with streaming websites or online software that would offer free trials for a few months upon signing up.
Since we can’t afford to pay the full price, we’d create 10 different emails just to keep signing up for the same free trial so we can enjoy it for a longer period. Don’t judge us for being broke, please! ?
4. Hanging out for hours at cafes just for the free WiFi
If you’re planning to stay for hours just to use the WiFi, we hope you’ll order a few things from the menu (and not just sip from the same cup of latte for four hours ?). Plus, it won’t hurt to help out these kind businesses for offering free WiFi, right? Let’s sapot lokal, guys!
5. Intentionally passing by a samples booth to take multiples
Raise your hand if you’re guilty of passing by the same ‘free samples’ booth multiple times just so you can take multiple samples… ?♀️?♂️
It’s not that we’re stingy or can’t afford to buy the product. We just want to make sure we get a really, really good taste of it before we make our purchase. It’s called being a smart shopper, okay! ?
6. Singing up for a new credit card at those mall booths just to get the free air fryer/tablet/etc.
Those pop-up booths for credit cards at malls would usually have some amazing gifts like an air fryer or a tablet! In reality, even though we know we don’t really have any good use for the credit card afterwards, we’ll still sign up for it because the Asian DNA in us just can’t say no to such a good freebie!
7. Subscribing to a mobile plan just to get a free smartphone
Ever heard of a freebie that sounded THIS good? Well, we’re about to tell you all about it!
Malaysians can now get a new 4G phone at ZERO Ringgit just by subscribing to these postpaid mobile plans from U Mobile!
Nope, this is not a joke. You can really get a FREE phone, guys! ?
The postpaid plan that we’re talking about is none other than the GX68 plan! For only RM68 per month, you’ll be able to enjoy several benefits such as:
- UNLIMITED high-speed data and calls.
- NO upfront payment needed to get the device.
- NO approval needed upon signing up.
- A shorter 12-month contract period as opposed to the usual 24 months.
Of course, you’ll also get the Samsung Galaxy A02 for absolutely FREE with no hidden charges! You also have the option to get the Samsung Galaxy A03s or OPPO A16 at only RM199! If you’re interested, just head to a U Mobile store near you to subscribe to this plan and claim your FREE phone!
Apart from that, U Mobile has also partnered up with the government to launch the KM40 mobile plan as part of the Pakej Peranti Keluarga Malaysia initiative to ensure that every Malaysian family can own a 4G smartphone! For only RM40 per month, the plan comes with:
- 5GB high-speed monthly data
- FREE monthly calls for 50 minutes to all networks
- FREE 365GB daily data throughout the year!
And the best part is, each Malaysian will be eligible to get up to 2x FREE Samsung Galaxy A02! This way, you can give yourself or your loved ones the upgrade they need. ?
And the excitement doesn’t stop there because…
From now until 28 November, U Mobile with ERA and MY are inviting you to join the U Mobile Duet Challenge where you can stand a chance to win up to RM500 cash prize!
All you have to do is:
- Watch the announcers’ videos on ERA fm’s TikTok/Instagram or MY fm’s TikTok/Instagram accounts and duet with them.
- Post your video on your social media and include the hashtags #DuetWithU #UMobileERADuet (for duets with ERA FM) or #UMobileMYDuet (for duets with MY FM). Also, make sure your account is public!
- The five most creative submissions will stand a chance to win RM500 cash prize for each station! This means there will be a total of 10 winners and RM5,000 to be won! Good luck~
And that’s it! The contest will be ongoing from now until 28 November so hurry up and join if you want to bring home the prize! ?
So, don’t wait around guys! Make sure to post your submission ASAP, okay? You can stay updated with the contest by following ERA on their TikTok and Instagram and MY on their TikTok and Instagram as well.
Also, don’t forget to check out the ZERO Ringgit phone over on U Mobile’s website or you can also follow them on Instagram and Facebook to be the first to know their latest promos!
