And 3G from £12.50
Orange has stepped up its efforts to become an integated broadband provider by offering new mobile customers the opportunity to sign up for a 2MB fixed broadband service from sister company Wanadoo.
The deal, which is part of France Telecom’s stated strategy to merge its fixed, ISP and mobile services, is available only to new customers or to existing customers when they renew their contract.
The offer – £9.99 for Wanadoo’s Wireless & Talk package – includes wireless internet access as well as a voice over broadband (or VoIP) service – effectively giving customers a second home phone line. This week, Orange also launches its half-price line rental deal, giving customers access to 3G services for as little as £12.50 per month.
Orange and Wanadoo say they are now working together on developing further integrated offers and services.
The announcement follows the unveiling of France Telecom’s NExT strategy which has been developed to fulfil customer demand for a total communications offering and will see the Wanadoo brand become Orange within the next 18 months.