eCompany, Etisalat’s one-stop e-powerhouse that provides Internet services and ICT solutions today announced the availability of of iZone, its public Hot Spot Internet service across 90 locations in the UAE.
Starting today, Internet users will have reasonably priced options to pay for their wireless broadband access from select public locations, or hotspots, marked with iZone branding.
The iZone service which was being tested at select locations till now is currently available in convention centres, airports, major hotels and coffee shops across the UAE. Customers need only a wireless enabled laptop or PDA to gain access to a high-speed Internet connection in these public venues without the hassle of connecting any cables or wires. Dial Up Internet subscribers can use their existing username password to log on to the service. Al Shamil broadband customers can also use the username & password of their dial up account for accessing the service. The charges will be billed to their respective accounts.
The multiple payment options available to users for their convenience include Etisalat Prepaid Cards and special branded and co-branded iZone cards at the iZone venue in denominations of 1 hour, 3 hours, 12 hours and 24 hours. Users can also use their credit cards to purchase usage time online. Visitors to the UAE can also use their Internet roaming credentials to access Internet at iZones. GSM customers also have the option of getting the usage fees charged to their number. Users can subscribe to the iZone service itself which will involve a monthly rental for a given number of hours each month.
Abdulla Hashim, Senior Manager of eCompany, said: “The widespread availability of the iZone service reflects our mission to provide high-speed Internet access to users throughout the UAE. eCompany is using a creative array of approaches, partnerships and resources to make the promise of the worldwide web available to all kinds of customers -- people on the go, students and families . . . anyone who wants the connectivity and convenience that iZone offers. We expect this service to be a magnet for business executives and professional people on the move.”
The iZone service will present Internet users with a great opportunity to experience the convenience and freedom associated with the wireless broadband Internet. The service will also offer existing users of Dial Up, Al Shamil broadband Internet for homes and BusinessOne broadband Internet for SMEs(Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) the added convenience of mobility for their communication needs.
Convenience and increased productivity are attracting users to wireless hotspots around the world. Users can access e-mail, get sports news, chat, access business news updates even when they are away from home or office while relaxing with their favourite coffee.
About eCompany
eCompany, Etisalat’s e-powerhouse, is the leading provider of Internet services & ICT solutions for finance, retail, business and government sectors. The intent of eCompany is to strengthen relationships with customers and partners and provide them with high-value solutions through a single point of contact. It has the facilities to provide a complete portfolio of Internet offerings, value-added services, consulting and project management. eCompany’s vision is to be the customer’s first choice for Internet services and e-business solutions in the region.
