Telstra and Optus' 5G philosophies are almost polar opposites.
Optus has greatly expanded availability of its 5G NBN alternative.
To help make your next upgrade guilt-free, Optus will pay up to $750 for your old smartphone when you sign up for a new phone plan before October 25.
Optus is expanding its range of 5G smartphones, but coverage is still quite limited.
Optus is offering customers in over 1,400 regional areas three months of free service.
Until September 30, Optus is offering customers the chance to get their first three months of its 500GB home wireless plan for free. The plan usually costs $85 per month.
Optus has joined Telstra and Vodafone in offering 36-month term contracts for new smartphones.
Earlier this year we mourned the passing of Optus' signature data-free music and video streaming offer from the telco's mobile plans. However, like a zombie, the deal seems to be refusing to die.
The new Optus prepaid SIM for travellers visiting Australia comes with 60GB for $30 on the first recharge, along with unlimited standard national talk and text.
Two Optus stores in Sydney are now slinging 5G home broadband.