8.ta launches internet bundle for prepaid market

This offer is unique in that it gives users the freedom to choose how and when they access the Internet. All the data will be allocated upfront giving users full control of their data usage meaning that they could use it all in one month or manage their usage over the 12 months. There is no restriction on the number of data bundles users can purchase.

The prepaid promotion is only available on the 8·ta network and offers high-end data users the low per megabyte price of 1.5 cents, provided they are situated within the 8·ta coverage map. There is general coverage in the six major metropolitan areas. Consumers can have a look at the 8.ta map to see if there is coverage in their areas at http://www.8ta.com/coverage/8tanetwork

Free SMS's and email account

Pre-paid customers who purchase this offer will also enjoy free 8.ta email account with 5GB mailbox giving users access to 25GB online storage, free access to online Microsoft Office suite, which includes Word, Excel and PowerPoint and can send five SMS's daily and receive 50 free SMS's to use on that day.

No modems are bundled with the promotion offers and customers will have the freedom to use existing modems or buy a modem that suits their needs. Data modems with up to speeds of 7.2Mb per second and 21Mb per second will be available in store. Users will receive free call-out and support services with every purchase of a 3G data modem. All participating Telkom Direct Stores, 8.ta Flagship stores, Altech Auto Page and Nashua Mobile can activate the SIM card for access to the Pre-Paid PSB data promo rate plan immediately.

Existing Pre-paid Per Second Billing (PSB) and Per Minute Billing users will have to contact the 8.ta call centre on 081180 or 081183 to convert to the pre-paid PSB Data Promo Rate plan first to get access to purchase the Once-Off Internet 60GB Promo bundle.