Phone & Internet
Mobile plans, internet providers, du, Etisalat, and connectivity in the UAE.
UAE Mobile Plans Compared: Prepaid, Postpaid and What to Pick
How to choose between prepaid and postpaid mobile plans in the UAE, what etisalat by e&, du and Virgin Mobile actually differ on, and which plan type fits new arrivals, families and heavy data users.
VPNs in the UAE: What Is Actually Legal in 2026
The factual position on VPN use in the UAE: legal for legitimate purposes, an offence only when used to commit a crime. What the cybercrime law says, how VoIP calling fits in, and sensible practice.
Home Internet in the UAE: Providers, Speeds and the Building Rule
How home internet works in the UAE: why your building often decides your provider, what etisalat by e& and du offer, realistic speeds, contract terms, installation timelines and 5G alternatives.
Getting a SIM Card and Home Internet in the UAE: Plans and Prices (2026)
From tourist SIMs at the airport to fibre contracts tied to your building, here is how mobile and home internet actually work in the UAE, including typical 2026 prices and the VoIP rules.