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Free rewards on Virgin PAYG
Posted: 22 February 2010
If you would like to purchase a Pay As You Go mobile phone then why not check out the Virgin network?
The mobile phone operator offers free rewards when you top up your handset with credit.
If you top up with £20 a month then Virgin offers unlimited texts and web access, as well five free texts a month on the Call Back service, which will allow you the chance to ask someone to ring back if you have run out of credit.
Adding £10 a month or more with your first top up will also get you the benefit of a month's free allowance.
The operator also offers a 20p per minute flat rate for calls to any UK network or landline with a £20 top-up.
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Virgin first to offer free home-to-mobile calls
Posted: 2 February 2010
Virgin Media is "extremely proud" to be the first mobile phone company to offer free home-to-mobile calls for its new and existing customers.
The network will allow its phone clients to ring from their landlines to Virgin mobiles free of charge, beginning in April.
Graeme Oxby, executive director of mobile and telephony at the media company, said the company was pleased with the new initiative when "other providers seem keen on giving their customers less from their phone service".
He added: "Our successful quadplay strategy has demonstrated customers are looking for exceptional value by bundling more services together."
Virgin claims the offer wil ...
Virgin Media Supersize 'can't be beaten'
Posted: 4 September 2009
Virgin Media has launched a new sim only package that it claims no other 30-day option can touch.
The network unveiled the new deal this week and explained that whether users opted for the monthly tariff of £10, 15 or £18, they could expect a great mix of free call time and texts.
Launched this month, the Supersize offers unlimited SMS messages, "hundreds of minutes" for voice calling and free access to voicemail to users when in the UK.
Mobile internet access is priced from 30p per day, meaning easy access to social networking sites and email is made cheaper, while free Instant Messenger provides another way for users to keep in touch with friends and family.
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New phones to feature on Virgin Media Unlimited
Posted: 31 July 2009
The latest tariff from Virgin Media is to be boosted by some new flagship handsets from manufacturers such as Nokia and Samsung.
Announced by the operator this week, the Unlimited price plan will allow the user as many text messages, cross and same-network voice calls, and mobile internet minutes as they require for £65 per month.
However, the group also unveiled some of the new handsets that will feature as part of the package - which will include the Nokia N86 and Samsung Jet.
Jonathan Kini, director of mobile at Virgin Media, said: "The addition of these fantastic handsets to the device range demonstrates our commitment to catering for every mobile customer out there." ...
Virgin Media unveils 'ultimate Unlimited' plan
Posted: 31 July 2009
Virgin Media has claimed its latest contract is ideal for those looking to avoid the worry of unexpected charges on their bill.
This week, the carrier announced details of the new Unlimited tariff, that will allow subscribers unrestricted access to text messages, cross and same-network voice calling, and web access.
For £65 per month, customers will be able to get hold of some of the latest mobile phones to feature in the company's range and Jonathan Kini, director of mobile at Virgin Media, said they will also enjoy "great value".
He added the Unlimited price plan could be "the perfect combination for high usage customers who want the best technology available, with ...
Virgin Media mobile back on TV
Posted: 23 June 2009
Virgin Media will this week premiere its latest TV advertisement for its range of mobile phones.
The company states it will be the first televised marketing clip that it has run since 2007 and will be on screens for five weeks starting this Wednesday (24th June)
It is noted the new campaign will feature "stunning images", as well as music from 90s alternative rock outfit Mazzy Star, who have previously had chart hits in the UK with Fade into You and Flowers in December.
Ashley Stockwell, executive director of brand and marketing at Virgin Media said the advertisement would engage viewers "on an emotional level".
"Bringing our mobile product back to the ...
New tariffs launched by Virgin Media
Posted: 29 May 2009
It has emerged that Virgin Media will revise its tariffs to compete with its rivals on pay monthly deals.
The carrier said this week that unlimited texts, voice calls and web browsing would form part of the offering and would in some cases undercut rival networks by £2.
One of the deals will involve an £18 monthly payment that will give users the chance to take advantage of the two former incentives, while subscribers to the £25 tariff will receive the internet.
It was noted these would be "competitive bundles" and Virgin Media's managing director of mobile Graeme Oxby said it was hoped people would be keen to take advantage.
"We're offering consum ...
Enhanced email offering for Virgin Mobile users
Posted: 15 April 2009
Virgin Media has announced an enhanced email service that could be of interest to its mobile users.
The deal involves a partnership with internet search company Google that will boost its broadband offerings as well as provide a number of new addresses.
In addition to more @virginmedia.com email addresses, the network will also upgrade its storage facilities - giving access to up to 7GB of space.
The company added the partnership could help people keep track of their email on the go and will feature better search, anti-virus, spam and phishing protection.
Alex Green, executive director of online for Virgin Media, said: "We look forward to exploring future services with Goo ...
'Innovative music services' ahead for Virgin Media
Posted: 8 April 2009
The appointment of a new head of music at Virgin Media could lead to more innovative services, it has been advised.
It was announced this week that the network - which provides a number of mobile broadband packages - has found an executive to handle its music-focussed online offerings.
Having spent time in a similar role at Orange, Richard Wheeler will take the job of head of music - in a move which the company claims will lead to a range of new offerings for its web and mobile phone customers.
Jon James, director of broadband at the company, said there were a number of changes taking place in the industry and Virgin Media was "uniquely well-placed" to take advantage of this. ...
Virgin Mobile teams up with girl band to launch PAYG tariff
Posted: 2 April 2009
Virgin Mobile has teamed up with pop group The Saturdays to launch a new pay as you go (PAYG) tariff.
Addict gives users mobile internet access as well as unlimited texts if they top up their phone with at least £20 per month.
Calls to any UK mobile network or landline are a flat rate of 20p.
If £15 of credit is bought in a month then the consumer gets 600 free texts, while £10 provides 300 texts. With these amounts, however, mobile internet will cost 30p per day on top.
A fair usage policy is in place, so there are caps on how much you get.
To help promote the new PAYG plan, The Saturdays have recreated the classic Robert Palmer hit Addicted to Love, co ...
