M1 last week announces the launch of a nationwide 4G network from 15th September 2012. With the launch, it will be the first to have 4G roaming service, starting with Hong Kong and other partners later. Please read on for data plan details for Smartphone and mobile broadband service.
Here are the subscription plans.
New M1 Smartphone Service Plans
New M1 Mobile Broadband Service Plans
Here are the devices that support M1 4G network at launch.
Smartphone:
Samsung GALAXY Note LTE
Samsung GALAXY SII LTE
HTC One XL
LG Optimus True HD LTE
Tablet:
ASUS Transformer Pad TF300TL
Samsung GALAXY Tab 8.9 LTE
USB modem:
Huawei E392
Mobile Wi-Fi modem:
Huawei E589.
Here is the Press Release
M1 launches first nationwide
4G service in South East Asia
Introduces new smartphone and mobile broadband service plans
SINGAPORE, 6 September 2012 – M1 Limited (M1) today announced the launch of its nationwide 4G service – the first in South East Asia, to be made available from 15 September 2012.
M1’s 4G service, operating on its advanced dual band network in the 1800MHz and 2600MHz spectrum, will encompass both street level and in-building coverage. With M1’s 4G network, mobile users will be able to enjoy faster data access on their smartphones, tablets and other mobile devices, with theoretical download speeds of up to 75Mbps, and typical download speeds at fixed locations ranging from 6.9Mbps to 17.4Mbps.
This will provide retail and business customers an enhanced experience especially on rich multimedia applications such as high definition video streaming, online gaming, as well as enable business customers faster access to cloud applications on-the-go.
“We are excited to be the first in South East Asia to offer nationwide 4G service. This launch marks another ‘first’ in M1’s milestones, which includes being the first to commercially launch nationwide 3G mobile service in February 2005, mobile broadband service in December 2006, as well as 4G service within the financial district in June 2011. We will continue to drive innovation in our network and services to ensure our customers consistently enjoy a better experience with us,” said Ms Karen Kooi, Chief Executive Officer, M1 Limited.
A first with 4G roaming
Customers on M1’s 4G network will be able to enjoy 4G roaming services in Hong Kong with our partner, SmarTone Telecommunications Holdings Limited. More countries and operators will be added in the near future.
New smartphone and mobile broadband service plans
M1 also announced that it will introduce new smartphone and mobile broadband service plans, in conjunction with its 4G service launch.
New M1 Smartphone Service Plans
New M1 Mobile Broadband Service Plans
With the new data bundles starting from 2GB per month, the majority of customers will not incur higher charges. 78% of smartphone users consume less than 2GB of mobile data per month and 93% less than 5GB of mobile data per month. For customers who use beyond bundled allowances, excess data will be priced at an affordable $5.35 per GB.
Furthermore, re-contracting M1 customers will be given an additional 1GB of complimentary data bundle on the new smartphone and mobile broadband plans.
M1’s new smartphone and mobile broadband service plans will be made available to all new and re-contracting customers from 15 September 2012.
At launch, 4G devices that will be available include handsets: Samsung GALAXY Note LTE, Samsung GALAXY SII LTE, HTC One XL and LG Optimus True HD LTE; tablets: ASUS Transformer Pad TF300TL and Samsung GALAXY Tab 8.9 LTE; USB modem: Huawei E392, and mobile Wi-Fi modem: Huawei E589.
Live Demonstration
Customers can experience live demonstration of the amazing 4G service at M1’s flagship shop at Paragon from 6 September 2012. At the Live 4G demo-zone, customers will be able to test out new 4G handsets and tablets on M1’s 4G network, and experience first-hand, the next generation mobile experience.
For more information on M1’s amazing 4G network and services, please visit www.m1.com.sg/4G.
Note:
– Prices in the above tables are inclusive of GST.
^ 4G Monthly Subscriptions are derived from combining the monthly subscriptions of a 3G Smartphone/ Mobile Broadband plan with a 4G VAS.
* The typical download speed range refers to the range of download speeds that users can experience 80% of the time based on the specific test conditions and parameters published on m1.com.sg/ MBB speeds. Testing period: April to June 2012 (3G) and August 2012 (4G).
M1 is Singapore’s most vibrant and dynamic communications company, providing mobile and fixed services to over 2.0 million customers. Established in 1997, M1 achieved many firsts, including the first operator to launch ultra high-speed fixed broadband, fixed voice and other services on the Next Generation Nationwide Broadband Network (NGNBN). With a continual focus on network quality, customer service, value and innovation, M1 links anyone and anything; anytime, anywhere. For more information, visit www.m1.com.sg.
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