Good news for Telstra customers
Telstra has made a huge announcement that is good news for customers of the national telco. And if you’re someone who’s regularly left frustrated by data limits, the telecommunications company’s offer is a real game-changer.
From today, new Telstra customers on home internet plans of $99 and above are set to receive unlimited data on their policy. Existing customers on plans under $99 are also set to get a major data boost, doubling their existing allowance.
Australia’s insatiable appetite for broadband data has seen the national telco record a 40 per cent increase in traffic recorded over the fixed network in the past year, as large downloads, online streaming and gaming grow in popularity.
Telstra executive for Consumer and Small Business, Vicki Brady, told News.com.au, “Streaming entertainment content has become a way of life for Australians, with around two thirds of us now streaming our favourite shows. We’re also using more connected devices in the home than ever before with the rise of smart home technologies.
“Not having a data limit will provide peace of mind as Australians’ data habits continue to grow. That’s why we have launched unlimited bundles for new and existing customers on our $99 and above plans.
“We’re also giving existing customers on plans under $99 a major data boost, automatically at least doubling their existing plan allowances.”
This move brings Telstra in line with other providers like TPG and Optus, which already offer their users unlimited data on home broadband packages.
What are your thoughts? Think it’s a win for Telstra?