Overwhelming Response To B.Mobile $99 Promotion
By Azrol Azmi

Bandar Seri Begawan - 3G mobile phones were selling like hot cakes yesterday at the b.mobile $99 promotion in conjunction with Hari Raya celebration.

The promotion was part of b.mobile's fantastic Ramadhan promotion to enable the nation have an affordable state of the art telecommunication technology. As b.mobile heightens the festive mood with promotion, everyone can now afford a 3G phone with b.mobile.

The promotion package which costs $99 features a b.mobile U526 3G handset, a prepaid starter pack and an $8 top up card all; n one package with no hidden cost or charges. The phone also features a b.mobile logo on its sleek flip designed phone and is now the hottest thing in town for that remarkable price and package.

Many people were seen walking away with more than one handset from the b.mobile counters at The Mall and at QAF centre. Though the number of the handsets one can purchase is not limited, it was on a first-come first-serve basis. The number of people queuing up increased as the morning hours went by.

According to a few b.mobile staff from three different branches, people have been queuing up as early as 7 in the morning but stocks were limited.

When asked, a few customers said they wanted the new phone especially for the Hari Raya period and also because the price is affordable. Some wished that b.mobile could cater to their demand much quicker and more efficiently.

In a statement from b.mobile, due to overwhelming response, the stocks were sold out on the first day of sale, hence, they apologised to customers who went home disappointed.

It was understood that every branch was provided with ample stocks beforehand but due to an overwhelming response, they ran out of stock soon.

But customers were advised to come next week when more stocks are due to arrive.

Customers are also advised to bring all the necessary documentations for registration as normally required such as original identity card, passports or working visa/permits for foreign workers.  -- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin

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