Apple iPhone 4 Australian release & plan details

When a new Apple product launches, Australian Apple fans face a dilemma: wait for the belated Antipodean release or find a creative way to import the US version. For those having patiently awaited the iPhone 4 on Australian shores though, the wait is over. With Optus, Telstra, Three Mobile and Virgin already actively promoting iPhone 4 plan offers, all vying to capture fanatic Apple followers on iPhone 4 contracts, it’s sure to be super competitive between the big telco’s. So who’s fighting to hook users up with Apple’s latest toy and what does each mobile plan provider offer? Phone Buddy explores the options.

Apple iPhone: The contract plans

On 30 July 2010, the latest incarnation of Apple’s iPhone dropped – and, despite headlines blazing over the iPhone 4’s infamous reception problems, make no mistake, the product will cause mild hysteria. If you’re looking for a mobile plan to go with your sparkling new Apple iPhone 4, the major players have a plan for you.

Apple iPhone 4 on 3 Mobile

First up, Three Mobile offers a spectrum of iPhone 4 plans that begin at an affordable $39 per month. The $39 plan includes $200 worth of calls to 3Mobile and Vodafone mobiles and $150 of calls to any network, as well as 150MB of data (and a handy bonus 1GB thrown in). The $49 plan includes $270 worth of calls to 3Mobile and Vodafone mobiles and $350 of calls to any network, as well as 250MB of data (plus the bonus 1GB), whereas the $79 plan includes $450 worth of calls to 3Mobile and Vodafone mobiles and $650 of calls to any network, as well as 2GB of data (including the bonus 1GB).

The iPhone 4 is free on Three Mobile’s $79 plan, but costs $10/$14 ($39 plan) and $5/$10 ($49 plan) for the 16GB and 32GB versions, respectively.

Apple iPhone 4 on Vodafone

Vodafone offers an even more affordable monthly iPhone 4 plan, at $29 per month. This plan includes unlimited calls to Vodafone and 3Mobile mobiles, $180 worth of calls to any other network and 50MB of data (plus a 500MB bonus), with an iPhone 4 price of $18 and $24 per month for the 16GB and 32GB versions, respectively.

Vodafone’s $49 plan features unlimited calls to Vodafone and 3Mobile mobiles, $450 worth of calls to all other networks, 500MB of data (plus a bonus 1GB) of data, and an iPhone 4 price of $5 and $10 a month for the 16GB and 32GB versions, respectively. The $69 brings unlimited calls to Vodafone and 3Mobile mobiles, $650 worth of calls to any network, and 750MB of data (with a bonus 1GB). The 16GB iPhone 4 is free on Vodafone’s $69 plan, while the 32GB version is just $5 per month.

Vodafone’s $79 features unlimited calls to Vodafone and 3Mobile mobiles, $800 worth of calls to any network, as well as 1GB of data and an extra bonus 1GB, with the iPhone 4 included for free. The top end $99 plan includes unlimited calls to all networks, as well as 2GB of data and an extra bonus 1GB, with the iPhone 4 also included for free.

Apple iPhone 4 on Telstra

Telstra’s NextG Cap Plans range from $49 up to $99 with varying value included. Telstra’s $49 plan gives you $400 worth of calls and 200MB of data, with an upfront iPhone 4 cost of $149 for the 16GB version and $299 for the 32GB version. Telstra’s $79 plan includes $750 worth of calls and 500MB of data, with no upfront cost on the 16GB iPhone 4 and $199 upfront cost on the 32GB iPhone 4. The $99 Cap Plan includes $1000 and 500MB of calls and data, respectively.

Apple iPhone 4 on Optus

Optus’ Extreme Cap Plans include $19 per month, $29 per month, $49 per month, $59 per month, and $79 per month options. The $19 plan includes $70 worth of calls, 100MB of data and offers the iPhone 4 at $25 per month for the 16GB version and $31 per month for the 32GB model. The $29 plan includes $180 worth of calls, 200MB of data and offers the iPhone 4 at $20 per month for the 16GB version and $26 per month for the 32GB model. The $49 plan includes $450 worth of calls, 1GB of data and offers the iPhone 4 at $8 per month for the 16GB version and $15 per month for the 32GB model. The $59 plan includes $550 worth of calls and 2GB of data, and offers the 16GB iPhone 4 for free and the 32GB iPhone 4 for $10 per month. The $79 plan includes the iPhone 4 for free and includes $800 worth of calls and 2GB of data.

Optus also offers three Timeless Extreme Plans, and these include unlimited talk time, texts, video calls and MMS messages. The $89 per month plan includes 3GB of data, the $99 per month plan includes 5GB of data and the $129 per month plan includes a hefty 6GB of data.

iPhone 4 mobile plan options

If you’re looking to upgrade your existing mobile phone – whether a different brand of phone or an older iPhone model – be sure to shop around and compare mobile plans available. There was a time when the most popular smartphones seemed so expensive in price pitch as to be unaffordable on a contract. However, largely due to the iPhone’s ubiquitous appeal, prices have dropped and there’s a plan option for nearly everyone wanting the current hottest smartphone marvel.

Please note: Prices correct at time of publishing. Always check with providers for up to date pricing information.