As per the scheme, customers will get free netbooks which are powered by Intel's 'Atom' and packaged with RCOM’s Net Connect data card services. The company is expected to release more details regarding availability, schemes and pricing shortly.
“With a population of close to 1.2 billion and only 12 million Internet connections, the growth potential of Internet data services in India is all set to trace the penetration curve of mobile services which are currently adding over 100 million new subscribers every year. The growth of Internet services in India is one of the key visions of Reliance Communications,” said Mahesh Prasad, president, Reliance Communications.
“The next phase of growth of Internet penetration in the country is linked to the growth in PC and laptop penetration offering an opportunity to empower all Indians by making the overall cost of Internet access more affordable,” he added.
With unlimited Internet access and Atom-branded laptop priced at Rs 1,500 per month for two years, the offer looks quite attractive and within reach of the common man. According to the company, it would mean a total spending of Rs 36,000 in two years, with no hidden cost. |
