Povo Adds 5G SA Support With No Extra Charge for Now
The move brings 5G SA, which avoids 4G LTE congestion, to a budget sub-line brand at no current cost, positioning povo2.0 for users who prioritize communication quality.
Reporting from 1 source: ASCII.jp.
KDDI, Okinawa Cellular, and KDDI Digital Life announced on August 25 that povo2.0, the online-only brand, now offers 5G SA on its call plus data plan. A compatible smartphone is required. The service is free for now, though it may become a paid option later. Coverage exceeds 90 percent of the Sub6 area.
KDDI, Okinawa Cellular, and KDDI Digital Life began offering 5G SA for the call plus data plan of povo2.0 on August 25. The service uses core equipment and base stations dedicated to 5G, without relying on 4G LTE facilities, which reduces congestion on the older network and supports high-speed, large-capacity communication.
Existing povo2.0 users can apply, but a SIM reissue costs 3,850 yen, while eSIM reissue is free for now. The monthly fee for 5G SA itself is currently free, though it could become an optional paid service in the future.
To mark the launch, a campaign runs from August 25 to October 31. Users who apply for a compatible SIM and complete activation receive a promo code for unlimited data for 24 hours, once per line.
Synthesized by Yomimono from the 1 cited source below, including Japanese-language reporting where cited, then editorially reviewed before publishing.
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- ASCII.jp povo、ついに「5G SA」対応 追加料金は当面無料