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IT'S MY SIM, MY PLAN AND MY CHOICE

25 June 2013

Optus brings freedom to consumers with the launch of new postpaid mobile options Navigating the minefield of mobile phone plans can often be a confusing and stressful experience with more options than most care to consider, but fear no more as Optus unveil My SIM Plan & My Mobile, smarter mobile options that are all about one thing – the customer. My SIM Plan will be available on July 1 along with the new My Plan. It will provide consumers with the freedom of a postpaid plan without the hassle of buying a new phone or the commitment of a 24-month contract. Whether they upgrade to the latest phone, or keep their much loved mobile on a budget conscious $25 p/month plan, Optus has it covered. Optus is also introducing My Mobile for those who prefer to buy their mobile. They will now have the flexibility to do so over 1, 12 or 24 months, alongside a My SIM Plan. ItÓ³ their choice. Vicki Brady, Managing Director, Customer at Optus said, Ô—e understand that not all customers are the same, with some eager to get their hands on the latest smartphone, whilst others are happy to stick to the trusty basics. What they all need are plans that deliver simplicity and fit with their lifestyle. "Together with My Plan, My SIM Plan & My Mobile provides consumers with assurance in knowing they finally have the freedom to find a plan that is all about them."

Here are the easy to understand options:

Optus My SIM Plan is perfect for consumers who want:

  • To keep their current mobile on a month to month option
  • A simple plan with great value when they need to increase voice or data
  • The option to add a new mobile when ready

Optus My Mobile & My SIM Plan is the ultimate combination for consumers who want:

  • A new phone with a plan that fits their budget
  • A choice of payment options for their mobile
  • A simple plan with great value on voice & data

Optus My Plan is the best fit for consumers who want:

  • The latest high end smartphone
  • To get the best out of the 4G network
  • To commit to a 24 month contract for assurance and value

What do consumers get on any of the new Optus postpaid mobile plans?

  • The assurance of knowing that if they go over their limit, they will be charged reasonable rates starting at just $10 for a block of minutes or data, rather than large excess fees.
  • Plans that talk their language in minutes not dollar value.
  • Tools such as usage alerts to keep them on top of their spend.1
  • Unlimited standard national SMS & MMS to ensure they are always connected.

The nuts and bolts of what consumers get on My SIM Plan:

PLAN INCLUDED STANDARD MINUTES INCLUDED DATA ALL VOICE LEVELS ALL DATA LEVELS CONTRACT LENGTH
$25 100 200 MB $10 for 50 mins up to a maximum of $100 for Unlimited standard mins $10 for 100 MB Month to Month
$40 500 1 GB $10 for 100 mins up to a maximum of $60 for Unlimited standard mins $10 for 500 MB Month to Month
$65 Unlimited 2 GB N/A $10 for 800 MB

Available for new and existing customers, Optus My SIM Plans start from $25 per month for 100 included minutes and 200MB of included data on a month to month basis.

More information can be found at www.optus.com.au/mysim from July 1 2013.

MEDIA CONTACT:

Claire Wong or Dianne Edwards
Optus Corporate Affairs
(02) 8082 7850

  1. There may be delays of up to 48 hours for usage alerts.

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