M1 offers free trial and Singapore’s first
1Gbps plan on the new national fibre network
A range of other competitive tariff plans for high speed
services also available for homes and businesses
SINGAPORE, 31 August 2010 – M1 will launch its high-speed fibre broadband service with speeds of up to 1Gbps and fixed voice service on 1 September 2010. A range of new tariff plans, including Singapore’s first 1Gbps plan for homes and businesses will be available.
Four new broadband plans for residential customers with downlink speeds of 1Gbps, 100Mbps, 50Mbps and 25Mbps will be offered on the new fibre network. They will also provide maximum uplink speeds of up to 500Mbps to ensure the best streaming and gaming experience for customers.
These plans cost from S$39 per month for 25Mbps to S$399 per month for 1Gbps. The 100Mbps plan, at $59 per month, is the lowest in the market. Students who sign up for any M1 mobile plan will enjoy a special subscription rate of only S$39 for the 100Mbps broadband plan.
Residential broadband customers also have the option of signing up for free incoming and outgoing calls on M1 Fixed Voice, which is M1’s new fixed line service.
To mark the launch, M1 will offer a 3-month free trial of the fibre broadband service at 100Mbps to residential customers whose homes are ready for service. Customers can sign up for the free trial only on 1 September at any M1 Shop.
Residential customers whose homes are ready for service can sign up for the broadband and fixed voice services from 2 September at any M1 Shop.
For corporate customers, M1 will offer complete business solutions with customized offerings on the fibre network, including fixed voice, IP Centrex and managed services. A range of corporate plans with speeds from 10Mbps to 1Gbps based on GPON and Active Ethernet technology will be offered. Corporate customers can call 6655 5588 or contact their M1 account managers for the range of available services and plans.
To check the fibre readiness status of their homes or businesses, customers should go to www.opennet.com.sg
“M1 has been gearing up for the launch of the fibre network which will open up a new world of innovative applications and rich content for homes and businesses. We are now ready to offer an enriched broadband experience at ultra high speeds to our customers and at the most competitive prices,” said Ms Karen Kooi, M1’s Chief Executive Officer.
“Our customers are invited to sign up for the free trial on 1 September to experience first-hand our services on the new fibre network,” she added.
Residential Broadband Plans |
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| Plan | Downlink(Mbps) | Uplink(Mbps) | Price (w/GST) |
| HomePac 25 Mbps (Fibre) | 25 | 25 | $39 |
| HomePac 50 Mbps (Fibre) | 50 | 50 | $49 |
| HomePac 100 Mbps (Fibre) | 100 | 50 | $59 |
| HomePac 1000 Mbps (Fibre) | 1,000 | 500 | $399 |
Student Benefits :
| Plan | Downlink(Mbps) | Uplink(Mbps) | Price (w/GST) |
HomePac 100Mbps (Fibre)^ |
100 | 50 | $39 |
^ To enjoy the benefit, customer is required to show a valid student pass and sign up or
recontract a mobile line.
Selected Business Broadband Plans |
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| Fibre BizPac 10Mbps | Fibre BizPac 25Mbps | Fibre BizPac 50Mbps | Fibre BizPac 100Mbps | |
| Monthly Subscription | $148 | $198 | $248 | $298 |
| Fibre Speeds | 10Mbps | 25Mbps | 50Mbps | 100Mbps |
| Free Bundled Services | 15GB Web & E-mail with Anti-spam and Antivirus | |||
| Free Wifi Router and Installation | ||||
| – | – | Mobile Broadband 4Mbps + USB Modem OR SunSaver Plan + Mobile Phone | ||
| Service Activation Fee | $321 | |||
* All prices inclusive of 7% GST
M1, Singapore’s most exciting and innovative integrated communications service provider, was launched in April 1997. It provides a full range of voice and data as well as fixed and mobile broadband services. M1 aims to be the leader in the communications business, focusing on value, quality and customer service. More information on M1 is available at www.m1.com.sg