Attractive data service bundles on offer

Dubai: 9 September 2007 Unlocking the power of mobile internet, du, the UAEs new telecom operator, has announced that it will soon launch its USB Data Card for high-speed mobile broadband across the UAE.  

The plug-n-play USB data card, that will be available at all du shops across the UAE, can be used for both laptops, and PCs. The device will offer high-speed internet access up to 1.8 Mbps.

The Mobile Broadband Data Card package consists of a USB Data Card, which provides access to the Internet through a single click, Pay-as-you-Go, Monthly Plan or Visitor SIM Card with a choice of attractive data bundles. The easy to use USB Data Card will be pre-configured with du mobile broadband settings and works with any Laptop or PC which has a USB port.

Osman Sultan, CEO of du commented on this service: Balancing work and life in todays fast-paced environment is made easy with du Mobile Broadband Data Card. Accessing mails, downloading music, watching movies are made even more convenient with the power of the high-speed mobile Internet on offer. Business executives will find it useful to access vital information and respond faster in critical situations, all at the click of a button. The USB Data Card is a simple and convenient way to connect to the world of Internet.

The mobile broadband service is available to all du customers by default without the hassle of subscribing or calling to activate.

Customers on du network can also use video calling and video mail as a new way to stay in touch. Available nationally and internationally (with over 24 operators), it allows callers to see their near and dear ones during a call. 

Adding to the convenience, international Video calling that are not answered can be diverted to the customers' video mail service which is exclusive only to du customers and will allow the caller to leave a Videomail message as well. Once available, the user may view the video mail message and choose to return the video call.

What are the benefits of Mobile Broadband?

Freedom to surf the net using your mobile data cards or your 3G mobile phone as a modem

Stay in touch via email or send instant messages to your friends

High speed data rates up to 1.8Mbps

Download music and videos on the move

How do you set up USB Data Card?

Plug-in USB Datacard to Laptop or PC

Follow the on-screen instructions

You are ready to surf the Internet

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About du
du, the new telecommunications company in the UAE, was launched on 11 February 2007 throughout the UAE. Among dus many firsts is its historic Number Booking Campaign for both individuals and business, Pay by the Second billing system, Mobile TV, Mobile Payments and Self Care. du business offers include Closed Business User Group and preferred International Destinations.

du shops were launched on 25 February 2007, supporting the delivery of du products and services to customers. 

du is 40 percent owned by the UAE Federal Government, 20 percent by Mubadala Development Company, 20 percent by TECOM Investments and 20 percent by public shareholders. It is listed on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM) and trades under the name du.

www.du.ae

For further information, please call:
Bina Mathews
PR Manager
du
Mobile: +971 55 4577984
Tel :+9714 3693828
Fax: +9714 3604440
e-mail: bina.mathews@du.ae

Press Release 2007