MTN has rolled out a free way to access Facebook via mobile phones, through 0.facebook.com.
The operator says the 0.facebook.com site is lightweight and optimised for speed. MTN's standard data charges do not apply for the site since it has free mobile browsing.
This site does not have graphics or photos, and 0.facebook.com's pages have been designed for performance on MTN's network. Standard data charges will apply when users leave the site to view photos.
Says MTN's chief marketing officer Santie Botha: “In the true spirit of innovation and bringing our customers convenience - including the latest in technology at affordable rates - MTN has collaborated with Facebook on this venture to ensure our customers are among the first to benefit from this social service and communication offering for free.”
“We are always looking to work with innovative companies to provide simple and fast mobile access to Facebook across the world,” says Henri Moissinac, head of Mobile Business, Facebook. “Thanks to our collaboration with MTN, people will now be able to access Facebook for free through 0.facebook.com.”
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