OK, let's talk Cell C BIG BUCKS!

[MeNeZ]

Or what if they have different groups for people that send a little/lot/average amount and then only choose from the top group!

My point is, are these things random or "calculated randomness" like slot machines

 

[steed]

most computers dont have a true random number source, so its pseudo-random at best ... aka "calculated randomness"

 

[[email protected]]

We would also like to know by how many points people are winning

 

[Yuu]

I figured i would try this, they say that the more entries you have, the greater your chances are of winning but that doesn't mean a lower number will not be possible.

My idea, send 1 correct answer and hope for the best

And to answer my own question (CellC Rep is gone ) , your points are not reset should you opt out. +1 there.

 

[mika1000]

its actually free. you dont pay to participate.

 

[hambone]

It would appear one needs to load airtime before one can participate if you are with ControlChat... obviously.

 

[¯\_(ツ)_/¯]

its actually free. you dont pay to participate.

Wrong!

http://www.cellc.co.za/bigbucks (under FAQS)

You must send a response SMS to 14707 with your answers (charged at R1.50/SMS).

As for opting out: opt out of something you never subscribed to? Sent to people requesting to not receive junk like this? Yes, sure ....
http://hellopeter.com/cell-c/complaints/repeated-cpa-violations-1190660

 

[NeonNinja]

Why would MyBB cover this?

 

[Cell_C]

The BigBucks Trivia quiz competition is back with a total CASH prize value of R2 Million! With daily, weekly, spot prizes and a One Million rand CASH grand prize to be won. *DM*

 

[nfbs]

The BigBucks Trivia quiz competition is back with a total CASH prize value of R2 Million! With daily, weekly, spot prizes and a One Million rand CASH grand prize to be won. *DM*

Is it free to participate?

 

[Cell_C]

Is it free to participate?

To opt-in, you need to send an sms with the word WIN to 14700(Free of Charge), you will receive a Welcome sms and be awarded 100 bonus points automatically.
Once registered you will receive trivia questions.
you send a response to 14707 with your answers (charged at R1.50/sms)... *DM*

 

[Ecco]

Cell_C how does one opt out of getting sms's for these competitions?

 

[TehStranger]

Oh look, a trivia SMS promotion.

I've received 18 of your daily animations so far Cell C (haven't played yet) and must say, your content could do with some work. Also, starting with the MSISDN? Kicking it old school man.

 

[¯\_(ツ)_/¯]

Cell_C how does one opt out of getting sms's for these competitions?

You don't, since Cell-C believe themselves to be absolved from the CPA (and don't let that bit on their web page regarding them to adhering to the CPA fool you either).

 

[Cell_C]

To opt out, SMS 'STOP' to 14700 or contact Customer Care by dialling 140. *DM*

 

[ginggs]

To opt out, SMS 'STOP' to 14700 or contact Customer Care by dialling 140. *DM*

Thanks.

I sent STOP to 14700 and straight away received:

Thank you for taking part in Cell C BigBucks. You currently have 100 points. To resume, send WIN to 14707. Hope to see you again soon!

Edit: There was no charge for this SMS; I still have the same topup airtime balance and all my inclusive SMS for the month.

 

[Redeemed]

Cell_C has assured me twice already that I have been removed from their SMS spam list, but I still receive them.

 

[Spitfire007]

I get at least one a week. South Africa really need to start clamping down in Data Privacy. In Europe now you can take legal action against any company that spam you without you having manually opted in for communication from them. In SA our Private Data is sold to the highest corporate bidder.

Don't even get me started on the "Pre recorded phone calls" I now get. You cant even swear at the person!

 

[ginggs]

Cell_C has assured me twice already that I have been removed from their SMS spam list, but I still receive them.

Did you SMS STOP to 14700?

 

[Redeemed]

Did you SMS STOP to 14700?

No, the forum rep (Cell_C) told me I had been removed.