OPTUS DELIVERS A TECH-TASTIC CHRISTMAS WITH THE SAMSUNG GALAXY TAB 10.1

Optus today announced the landing of the Samsung GALAXY Tab 10.1 to its tablet range, in time to fill Christmas stockings around the country. Available from today on the Optus online store, the GALAXY Tab 10.1 will be offered on a range of competitive plans for consumers and small and medium businesses (SMBs).

Consumers will be able to sign up for the GALAXY Tab 10.1 for $0 upfront on the $49 Optus Tablet Plan, enjoying 4GB of mobile broadband data over 24 months (minimum total cost is $1176).

Optus SMB customers can experience the advanced business capabilities of Samsung's new GALAXY Tab 10.1 for $20 a month on the $19.95 Mobile Broadband Plan, providing 2GB of mobile broadband data and 24/7 Business Technical Support (minimum total cost is $958.80). Optus mobile customers will also be able to share data between their tablet and mobile device plans, giving SMBs the freedom to use either of their mobile devices to stay connected when on-the-go.

Rohan Ganeson, Managing Director, Optus Small and Medium Business Group said, "The Samsung GALAXY Tab 10.1 has been highly anticipated and we're excited to be bringing it to our customers in time for Christmas.

"It's important for businesses to stay connected with what is important to keep their operations running smoothly and competitively. The GALAXY Tab 10.1 on the Optus Open Network provides our customers with a portable platform to do just that. With our 24 hour a day, seven day a week technical support team backing up our SMB customers, there's no greater reason to choose Optus this holiday season."

The Samsung GALAXY Tab 10.1 is available to buy online today from the Optus website and through selected Telechoice stores before Christmas.

For more information on the pricing and availability details of the Samsung GALAXY Tab 10.1 through Optus, please visit www.optus.com.au/shop/Broadband/Mobile-Broadband/Devices-on-Plans/Samsg-Tab-10-1-OMB SMBs can get more information on business plans at www.optusbusiness.com.au/galaxytab

Media Contact:
Danny Wong
Optus Corporate Affairs
02 8082 7850