Up ’til now, it’s only common for mobile phones to be offered by telcos bundled with specific plans to go along with them. As a result, prices are subsidized and you get your handset for lower its real price. According to a recent article from VIA Arena, the same trend might be the future of mini-notebooks.
To be able to compete more effectively with rivals, manufacturers are starting to offer mini-notes coupled with broadband connection. UK’ Carphone Warehouse, for example, is selling mini-notes with voice and data plan from Orange and even a 3G USB modem. Granted, the reason why people are buying mini-notes is for wireless connectivity, the added broadband plan and even the modem are a welcome addition. In the future when the practice is more widespread, more options might be open to consumers including prepaid plans for those who don’t need the wireless connectivity as much.
Would you consider buying a mini-note coupled with a broadband plan?
via Via Arena
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