mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) Virgin Mobile has introduced 3G broadband data services.
The company says the services can be used on 3G-capable cellphones and modems, and will be offered at the same out of bundle rate charged for its previous GPRS/Edge data offering of 60c per MB.
Over the next few months, Virgin Mobile will also introduce low-priced prepaid and postpaid modem deals, notes the operator.
Cell C unveiled its new network in September last year and has been on a nationwide roll-out over the past few months. It currently has 34% nationwide coverage and hopes to achieve 67% nationwide coverage by mid-year.
The news comes on the back of Cell C's announcement that it had sold its 50% stake in the operator. However, Cell C CEO Lars Reichelt said at the time that Cell C has been and will continue to be a strong partner of Virgin Mobile.
“The change in shareholding is part of Cell C's strategy of providing a platform for growth for MVNOs, backed up by our... HSPA+ 900/2100 network,” he stated.
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