Multi-Links Telkom has introduced a ground-breaking Internet service: EV-DO for seamless, hassle free connection to the Internet.
The new service is presently available in Abuja only and comes in two packages to meet the demands of the different strata of the public.
The new service which is known as 3G Blue Broadband Internet service is running on EV-DO Rev. A. The first of this tariff friendly Internet package options launched in Abuja last week is the "Up to 900kb/s" which will be in the market as "Blue 900."
The second package: "Up to 600kb/s" branded Blue 600 is due for launch next week and is designed to address the needs of subscribers who want to regulate usage of their connection.
In the past, Multi-Links Telkom had provided the highly popular narrowband 1X internet in its areas of coverage across the country to which many customers have subscribed. The new broadband internet service will be enjoyed by both new and old customers in the city of Abuja and it provides the highest EV-DO data rates currently available in the industry.
Commenting on the new package, Dipuo Msimang, the company’s chief sales and marketing officer stated that it will be available in the market in several segments to cater for the needs of the customers.
She added that the product will be available in two broadband speeds of up to 900kb/s and up to 600kb/s for customers to choose from.
To subscribe to the up to 900kb/s option, customers who want to be connected 24hours daily will pay a subscription of N25, 999 per month while peak period of 8am to 8pm users will pay N19, 999 per month.
Subscribers who opt for the up to 600kb/s speed will pay a subscription of N20, 999 for 24hour daily connection per month while peak hour connection will attract N15, 499 per month. There is also weekend subscription at this speed option for N11, 999 which allows connection from 9pm on Friday till 8am on the following Monday.
As an attraction to customers, there is a special introductory service offer at N4, 999 per month and Multi-Links Telkom plans to roll out this service in more locations across its network soon.