U Mobile is offering the evergreen Samsung Galaxy Tab 7 for as low as RM999 when you sign-up for its U Mobile Broadband plan (either the UB68 or UB128) with 18-months contract.
If you’re interested in signing up for this plan, here are some points to note.
- Upfront payment is required on top of the price you’re paying for the device. 4 months for MB128 (RM512), 6 months for MB68 (RM408)
- U Mobile is offering the same device for as low as RM399 if you sign-up for its data and voice bundle plans. Although you will be paying a slightly higher monthly commitment, signing up for a voice and data bundle makes more sense with the Galaxy Tab 7 because the device can be used for making phone calls and sending SMS. Details of the voice + data plans here
- The “fastest network in Malaysia of up to 42Mbps” is misleading. The Galaxy Tab 7 is not a HSPA+ device, so at best, you’re looking at 7.2MBps download speed
Having said all that, U Mobile’s broadband plan still offers great value so for those who already have a good voice plan and are looking for a good broadband plan, U Mobile should be on top of your list. Just that it’s a waste to use the Galaxy Tab 7 for data only when it is just as capable of making calls and sending text messages as well.
Note to U Mobile: Officially, is it “UMobile” (without the space) or “U Mobile” (with the space)?
