Telenor launches affordable 3G-enabled handsets

KARACHI:In line with its commitment to build an ecosystem to further facilitate 3G and internet uptake in the country, Telenor Pakistan has announced the launch of Telenor Devices comprising of affordable 3G-enabled handsets. The announcement was made during an interactive media event in Karachi.
Telenor Devices portfolio so far include; Telenor Easy 3G – 3G-enabled feature phone with front camera functionality and preloaded social media apps (Facebook, Twitter and Whatsapp); and Telenor Smart 3G – one of the most affordable 3G smartphones preloaded with Telenor Music , Telenor Appstore, Viber, Skype and social media apps. With Telenor Devices, Telenor Pakistan aims to bring 3G phones within the affordability range of people belonging to low and middle income groups.
With the launch of these devices Telenor Pakistan brings 18 months warranty for its customers, which is the first time in Pakistan that any handset comes with an extended warranty. Additionally Telenor Pakistan’s customers can avail a balance of PKR 600 and 3GB data over the first six months with these handsets.
The two handsets will be available from 15th April 2015 on all Telenor Sales & Service Centers and franchises as well as in selected mobile shops across Pakistan. In order to enhance the reach of these devices to the customers, Telenor Pakistan has appointed i2 Pakistan as the distribution and warranty partner with over 800 collection points.
On this occasion, Irfan Wahab Khan, Chief Marketing Officer, Telenor Pakistan said, “We are witnessing higher demand for 3G and healthy uptake in across all segments but specially in rural and low income segments. The launch of affordable 3G-enabled handsets is yet another manifestation of our philosophy that the internet is something for the mass population of Pakistan, and not just the select few. We will continue to strengthen our device portfolio and network reach and stay committed towards building an ecosystem to further facilitate internet growth in the country.”**