Etisalat Introduces New Easyblaze Multi-Device Plan

Nigeria’s fastest growing and most innovative telecommunications company, Etisalat, has unveiled a new mobile data feature, the Multi-Device Plan, to complement the Easyblaze mobile internet service.

The Multi-device Plan, according to the innovative network, allows users to access the same data bundle from various devices by duplicating a primary (parent) SIM card into up to 4 other SIMs. These duplicate SIMs can then be inserted into data-only devices such as tablets, USB modems and 3G cameras.

Speaking about this innovative service, Lucas Dada, director, Business Segments at Etisalat Nigeria, explained that the Multi-Device Plan is a solution which gives customers better control over their data activities, by managing their data usage on multiple devices from a single source, usually their Smartphone.  

“Many of our premium customers own more than one data-enabled device, and for them convenience is a priority as they go about their busy lifestyles. The idea behind this service is to ensure that they have uninterrupted access to data on all their devices irrespective of where they are” he said.

Dada added that customers can now buy one data plan on their Smartphone and use the data allocation on up to four different data-enabled devices.

Further highlighting the features of this unique service, Dada continued, “This service offers an added benefit over wi-fi or hotspotting: it does not require a device to be close to the hotspot source to enjoy Easyblaze mobile internet.

“This means that a customer may use a Smartphone for calls and browsing, an iPad for heavier browsing and downloads, a USB modem for laptop connectivity, and a router to leave at home for the family. The customer’s main phone acts as the Primary SIM, making it easier to top-up, check balance and choose data plans. Customers no longer need to buy separate data bundles for each device, making data recharge more convenient. There is also added value in buying a larger data bundle, rather than several smaller bundles.”

Customers are required to get new, non-activated SIMs in order to successfully duplicate the primary SIM. The PIN of the parent line, which by default is 0000 and Pin Unlocking code (PUK) on the frame of SIM cards are also required to activate this service.