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Telstra Essential Plus 4G + Free Google Home Mini $49 Delivered @ Telstra

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Telstra Essential Plus 4G + Free Google Home Mini $49 Delivered @ Telstra
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headphonejack on 30/10/2018 - 10:52 telstra.com.au (5269 clicks)
Last edited 08/11/2018 - 23:26 by 1 other user

Reduced from $99 with a free Google Home Mini thrown in.

Thanks to bdl this phone appears to be a slight variation of the Alcatel 1.

Features:

  • Immersive 4.95” 18:9 FWVGA+ (960 x 480) Colour screen
  • Social-ready Camera features
  • 5MP Rear camera with flash
  • 2MP Frontfacing camera with flash
  • Quad-core processor
  • Android Oreo GO edition
  • Colour: Black
  • Memory Size: 8GB
  • Includes a pre-paid SIM kit with $10 credit for calls and SMS

Free Google Home Mini with Any Android Phone/Tablet Purchase @ Telstra (GHM may not be included with the $39 Alcatel U3 online)

Also available:

Nokia 2.1 $99 (Was $149) + free GHM
Alcatel 1X $99 (Was $129) + free GHM
Samsung J2 Pro $129 (Was $179) + free GHM
Telstra Superior $169 (Was $199) + free GHM

All Prepaid Phones (Not all phones come with a free GHM, if one is included it will show at the checkout)

Edit: Regarding the $39 Alcatel U3 mentioned in the original promotion post. I asked a Telstra rep, who told me it was not included in the free GHM promotion.

Some people have succeeded in purchasing the U3 with the GHM in-store, others have not.

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  • Mr Shooty on 30/10/2018 - 16:27
    +1

    Just got off live chat and apparently, the offer ends on 25th Feb 2019.

    • heal on 30/10/2018 - 17:30
      +1

      Nice, so someone can report back to tell us how they went unlocking this. Unfortunately I've bought some cheap phones before which couldn't be unlocked.

      • ozhunter68 on 30/10/2018 - 19:02

        I thought ALL Prepaid phones from All carriers CAN be Unlocked if you pay them a fee. Usually more the first 6 montrhs unless for Optus you have re-charged with $80 or more, then around $25 or more after six months.

        For Telstra from what I have read and my own experience after around 2 years depending on model phone, it can be FREE.

        • syousef on 30/10/2018 - 19:20
          +2

          Wait 2 years and it's free. Or at least it was earlier this year when I unlocked a half dozen phones. There was a limit of 2 per time you called up though.

          • ozhunter68 on 30/10/2018 - 19:23

            @syousef: Thanks for info. Can vary depending on current policy and the person your dealing with.

        • heal on 30/10/2018 - 20:55

          I was talking about paying a couple of buck on ebay for an unlock. I bought a $9 phone about 6 months ago, paid a couple of bucks on ebay, but it couldn't be unlocked. The seller messaged me and refunded my money.

          • ozhunter68 on 30/10/2018 - 21:36

            @heal: Oh, as you did not mention that detail I was unclear and took you on your word.

  • busterau on 30/10/2018 - 18:17
    +1

    Anyone tried unlocking the Nokia 2.1?

    • ozhunter68 on 30/10/2018 - 21:53

      Telstra's spec list for Nokia 2.1 shows the 4G bands as missing our loved B28, different model to the GSM listings.
      The below bands are from their site:

      FDD: 2100 (B1), 1800 (B3), 2600 (B7), 850 (B5), 900 (B8), 1900 (B2), 1700 (B4), 2100 (B66), TDD: 2600 (B38), 2300 (B40)

      https://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_2_1-9216.php

      • bargaino on 30/10/2018 - 23:21

        Isn't "4GX" = B28?

        • 11112007 on 30/10/2018 - 23:45

          Yep.

        • ozhunter68 on 31/10/2018 - 00:06

          4GX should include B28, but I still prefer to see B28 listed in the spec list.

      • happychappy1 on 08/11/2018 - 16:12
        +1

        The complete LTE bands for Nokia 2.1 are: 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 28, 38, 40, 66.

        Source: Product & Safety Info sheet (TA-1093).

        • ozhunter68 on 08/11/2018 - 21:20

          Thanks for info. I was referring to the model listed here from Telstra Prepaid, is it this model though?

  • Mr Shooty on 30/10/2018 - 21:35
    +2

    @busterau

    Here you are me lord.

    I haven't tried unlocking a Nokia 2.1 but have unlocked other devices with codes sent by this seller and all have worked.

  • Julius on 30/10/2018 - 23:46

    How long can the battery last for? How big of an sd card can you put inside?

    • Mr Shooty on 31/10/2018 - 10:45

      The battery is 2000mah and how long it lasts depends on usage. According to the website, It supports MicroSD card up to 32GB

      • Julius on 31/10/2018 - 11:00

        Ewww

  • Uncle Roger on 31/10/2018 - 09:44

    Telstra website is down.

    LOL.

  • cloudie9 on 31/10/2018 - 16:47
    +4

    Just received my essential phone. Going to try it out later tonight.

    • cloudie9 on 31/10/2018 - 23:31

      Not bad for a budget phone albeit a bit slow at some stage. Definitely nice for my baby lullaby player. My Google mini box is smashed but luckily the mini is alright.

      • kingyone on 01/11/2018 - 11:39

        hey
        What baby app player are you using?
        Did you notice a reduced number of apps available in the playstore for Oreo GO edition?

        • cloudie9 on 01/11/2018 - 12:21

          I just use Apple Music app as I have current Apple music subscription.

          • kingyone on 01/11/2018 - 14:38

            @cloudie9: thanks mate. I've got various baby apps that play white noise but having to use a phone on flight mode that i need sometimes.
            was thinking of getting this and sticking on the same apps. I notice Oreo Go is a cut down version and some apps may not be applicable.

  • DardyMate on 31/10/2018 - 22:06

    Anyone tried this phone with an Aldi sim?

  • LivinginEastwood on 01/11/2018 - 09:25

    What's the cheapest way to unlock this phone so it works with Aldi sim :(

    • bargaino on 01/11/2018 - 13:39

      Activate, wait six months, and pay Telstra $25.

      Actually, that $25 comes from mobile credit, so you may be able to do it from a cheap starter pack.
      I'm sure if anyone finds a cheap unlock service, they will post here.

      • Edsanwong on 01/11/2018 - 15:37
        +2

        Can we use, ' I am going to overseas, and need this phone to work with local sim card' excuse for free unlock?

  • Jake17 on 01/11/2018 - 13:45
    +1

    I signed up to a home internet bundle last week and went into store today to ask for one. They gave me one for free after checking my account to confirm that I did have services with them

  • [Deactivated] on 01/11/2018 - 18:25
    +2

    Dear Serial Killer,

    Unfortunately we have been unable to generate an unlock code for your
    mobile phone. There are so many mobile phones on the market today
    and not all of them can be unlocked. This can be for a variety of reasons
    and is not limited to certain makes or models, occasionally it can be linked to the amount of time the handset has been locked to a particular network.

    Your options now may now be limited to contacting your network operator or visiting a local shop who can unlock your mobile while you wait. It is very unlikely another online company will have the unlock code but you could always give it a try.

    I will now forward your details to our dedicated accounts team who will deal with your refund. Refunds can occasionally take up to 7 days but will usually be back in your account a lot faster than this.

    Once again may I apologise on behalf of the Unlock Code Store team and wish you every success in getting your mobile unlocked.

    Many Thanks

    Riley Thomas

    Unlock-Code-Store.com

    ————
    That cost me 6$. Trying others, will let you know if I get successful

    • Kremleen on 01/11/2018 - 23:26
      +1

      I checked them out from your comment. I'll report back if I can get the Alcatel U3 unlocked

  • lito on 01/11/2018 - 22:35

    I’m looking at one of the eBay options to unlock, but based on last comment not sure if will be successful or not. Has anybody tried this besides Salian? Also would it work with another Telstra sim different from the one provided?

  • [Deactivated] on 02/11/2018 - 13:52
    +3

    Beware of simunlock.com.

    100% scammers, no contact, submit a ticket not working, contact form not working, it’s been 2 days without response.

  • LivinginEastwood on 02/11/2018 - 15:21

    Has everyone received their phone? I ordered on the 30th and still waiting..

    • [Deactivated] on 02/11/2018 - 19:28

      Mine came the next day.

    • coolim on 02/11/2018 - 21:38

      It’s same day delivery,i order on 1pm,get it on 6pm same day,Melbourne area.

  • itsfree on 03/11/2018 - 00:15
    +2

    Just scored a Google Home Mini (Charcoal) with an Alcatel U3 @ Telstra Southland. 🤑

    • DaTa on 05/11/2018 - 14:42

      How did you score that? I tried to contact live chat they said no.

      • itsfree on 05/11/2018 - 19:08

        I just walked into my local Telstra Store (Southland) and asked them if the free Google Home Mini comes with the Alcatel U3, and they said it comes with every phone except iPhone…

  • drumrollplease on 07/11/2018 - 00:36

    I really like the essential plus phone hahaha not bad at all!!!

    …after tweaking with the launcher and icons that is (I've been trying to choose a wallpaper from replash for an hour now) haha

  • desertsand on 07/11/2018 - 12:18
    +1

    Thanks OP! Got one online and receive the day after. Very happy with ghm. I don’t know why people complain about the sound quality. Don’t know what I’m gonna do with the phone tho lol

    • xoom on 07/11/2018 - 12:43

      I will happily take the phone off you if you are giving it away.

  • LivinginEastwood on 09/11/2018 - 11:34

    Can I use this service to unlock the phone so I can use it with my Aldi mobile sim? :(
    https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/292682611947
    has anyone tried them?

    • bargaino on 14/11/2018 - 23:25

      You'd have to post it to them, with return envelope, padded. let us know how it goes.

  • 18 on 24/11/2018 - 18:21

    Does the $10 starter pack come in the box?

    • koakun on 26/11/2018 - 14:38

      not starter pack, come with a sim including $10 credit.

  • njbal68 on 25/11/2018 - 12:41

    Hi Guys,

    Anyone had luck to get this phone unlocked by third party except Telstra?

    i have tried several of them, they cannot do it?

    • sam-au on 26/11/2018 - 04:50
      +1

      It looks like it is going to be one of that type of fone, tried an Aldi sim in it and no go,, glad i bought this for the Google Mini not the phone lol.

      • sam-au on 26/11/2018 - 07:59

        Just put a boostmobile sim in and that works .. text with new number came straight through.

        • aj-007 on 29/11/2018 - 13:09

          That's interesting. I'd have to try that out.

    • aphexx on 11/12/2018 - 14:49

      Read my post below. I got mine unlocked successfully.

      • RKTWT01 on 21/12/2018 - 12:09

        how ? did you have to pay for it ?
        please share for others to know

        edit :- sorry just realised you have shared it already

  • aj-007 on 29/11/2018 - 13:11

    Received my phone and GHM after about 3 days of ordering online. Initially called up some local telstra stores. They said phones were not available in-store, but online.

  • Leedian on 01/12/2018 - 16:14

    Any one knows if I can install standard app on Android GO edition?
    I could use this as a Ring doorbell instead of paying $59 for a chime

    • Markusaus on 03/12/2018 - 20:34
      +1

      Saveapk. Go runs all apps but sometimes the play store complains that the device or region is blocked. On a device that meets the requirement use saveapk to write the install files onto an sd card and use that to install. I have all my apps now woring. Also us app store has yahoo go. I actually like the go appa as they are faster which is important on a low spec device.

  • aphexx on 11/12/2018 - 14:48

    For those looking to have their Telstra Essential Plus unlocked, had mine done in less than 5mins. Had to bring the phone down to Toongabbie. This is not a remote phone unlock, have to bring it in-store. Paid $14.99 and it works. The lady at the shop said remote unlocking doesn't usually work.

    Shop is located inside Portico Plaza which is a like a 3min walk from the train station. Shop name is Mobile Menia.

    I known the unlock service is not the cheapest out there but hey it works rather than remote unlock where success is unsure.

  • pogiguy on 12/12/2018 - 13:42

    For the people buying this just for the google home mini.. are Telstra making you activate the prepaid service that comes with the phone?

    • JordanM on 13/12/2018 - 00:07

      They did for me, Telstra owned store in Brisbane CBD

    • aphexx on 15/12/2018 - 11:56

      Activating the SIM that goes with the phone is subject to owners discretion. Given that the unit came network locked under Telstra gives the impression the included SIM will be used in order to use the phone.

      I haven't activated the SIM yet that came with the phone. Just went straight to unlocking the device.

  • DealHtr on 17/12/2018 - 17:38

    Does anyone have suggestions about shops in / around Melbourne that can unlock the Telstra Essential Plus ?

  • RKTWT01 on 21/12/2018 - 11:53
    +1

    for those who are still in the market for google home mini, i read lots of comments here where people were able to score google home mini with Alcatel U3 $39 - good on them. but now as we are nearly at the end of this promotions date the cheapest option available is Telstra Essential Plus $49 - which is same price as google home mini as stand alone in lots of other stores like jb hi-fi , bing lee etc.

    the only good thing about buying from telstra is you get free (may be unwanted for many) phone.
    i bought this from telstra online yesterday my only purpose to buy was google home mini, which i was planning to buy anyway.
    i ll keep the phone as spare for now and may find some use for it - not keen on unlocking it for now but would be good to have it unlocked.

    just note : many telstra reps are still in double mind if this offer is still valid with Alcatel U3 $39 as initially i was told that it is available and then the rep found it was not the case.

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