Optus has just launched Naked DSL, which gives you ADSL2+ broadband speeds without having to pay line rental each month. iinet, Internode, Exetel and a number of smaller providers have already launched it, but Optus is the first of the big telcos to move in this direction. AAPT has been rumoured for some time to be bringing out Naked DSL, but it hasn’t happened yet. And of course Telstra is holding on and defending their landline network – and charging everyone $30 per month for the privilege of being connected.
Bundle Naked DSL with your Mobile Phone
Optus has taken a different strategy from iinet and Internode, who are focusing on providing VoIP services to replace the landline. Optus is offering their best deal if you bundle your mobile phone with your Naked DSL service. With a great range of Cap and Timeless mobile plans, that will be great for you if you just want to make calls from your mobile. If you don’t bundle your mobile, then there is a $248 set up fee plus modem costs for joining Optus Naked DSL. That s hardly worth it, so if you want to get Optus NDSL, then you really need to combine your mobile too.
The bundled plans start at $49.99 for 7GB and $59.99 for 15GB with free set up and a free basic modem. Uploads and downloads are counted in the data allowance, but the data can be used any time – there are no peak and off peak times. There is also a $99.99 plan for 30GB, which includes free set up and a free Wi-Fi modem if you bundle.
Sign Up Your Mobile With Optus First
We’d suggest getting your Optus mobile online first – that way you will get the $50 or $100 Online Bonus Credit! Once that is approved, you will be an existing Optus customer and can start getting your Naked DSL organised. If you do it all over the phone at one time, you’ll miss out on the Online Bonus Credit.
You can see the Optus iPhone, HTC Dream and other mobiles on the Optus Website.
Compare Naked DSL Plans
If you want more information about Naked DSL plans, providers and comparisions, head over to www.Naked-DSL.com.au. You’ll find find far more information there about connecting to Naked DSL and what the best plans and offers are. Click through to read more about Optus, Internode, iinet and Exetel and compare Naked DSL.