For the first time Internet at 6 or 20 Mbit/s and telephone
on a prepaid basis with no access charge
Milan, May 16, 2006 - FASTWEB launched today Tuttoricaricabile, a new service that further enriches its offer for residential users. Tuttoricaricabile is the first-ever rechargeable Internet and Telephone service targeting people who want to manage their telecommunications spending themselves without giving up the superior speed and quality of FASTWEB services.
Tuttoricaricabile is intended for the new user segment of young couples, singles and anyone interested in fixed telephone and Internet services, who keep a close watch on their spending. The typical Tuttoricaricabile user will be a person who spends little time at home and uses fixed TLC only for specific purposes. A simple, non-invasive solution, Tuttoricaricabile meets the need for a practical, efficient and cost-effective service: there is no access fee and the package is self-installing.
So now, thanks to FASTWEB, access-free high-speed Internet and telephone are available on a pay-per-use basis, with an easy-to-install modem configured for Wi-Fi navigation, to which the PC and cordless phone connect on a wireless basis. Here's how:
To enjoy the traditional quality of FASTWEB telephony and connectivity on a pay-per-use basis -Internet at a certified* incoming rate of up to 6 Mbit/s and a transmission rate of 1 Mbit/s -Tuttoricaricabile users have to purchase the prepaid cards, for 25, 50 or 100 Euro, from authorized dealers or directly on FASTWEB's commercial website. For people who already have a line installed and want to keep their number, the activation charge is 49 Euro and includes a cordless phone and modem on a free loan basis; customers who require a new FASTWEB number pay an activation fee of 148 Euro. The modem is already configured for Wi-Fi navigation (the MegaInternet senza fili option has a one-time charge of 49 Euro) and comes with a cordless phone dock.
Tuttoricaricabile, the latest addition to FASTWEB's service portfolio, is an innovative off-the-shelf offer. This appealing and practical commercial synthesis of the activities of FASTWEB Labs delivers the flexibility of the network and IP technology in a simple, easy-to-use solution, complete with stylish accessories.
Costs:
Pay-per-use Internet: 1.50 Euro per hour
Telephone: 0.15 Euro on response - 0.15 Euro per minute
With the Super ADSL option (one-time charge of 80 Euro) users can boost their Internet incoming access rate to 20 Mbit/s*.
* Certified rate because FASTWEB guarantees network access and checks twisted-pair capacity to support continuous 6 Mbit/s, or up to 20 Mbit/s with the Super ADSL option, by running a 72-hour test during activation. If the test is negative, connection is implemented at the highest supported rate. Actual Internet navigation speed may be affected by external factors that are independent of the FASTWEB network.