MTS to Offer iPhone 6 & iPhone 6 Plus in Canada on September 19

WINNIPEG, Sept. 15, 2014 /CNW/ -  MTS today announced it will offer iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, the biggest advancements in iPhone history, beginning on Friday, September 19 at MTS Connect retail locations across Manitoba. iPhone 6 will be available starting at CA$265 for the 16GB model and iPhone 6 Plus will be available starting at CA$375 for the 16GB model. Customers can pre-order both models today by visiting a MTS Connect store. MTS will allow iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus customers to connect to its 4G LTE wireless network which reaches nearly 75 percent of Manitobans.

iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus are the biggest advancements in iPhone history, featuring two new models with stunning 4.7-inch and 5.5-inch Retina HD displays, and packed with innovative technologies in an all-new dramatically thin and seamless design that is still comfortable to hold and easy to use. Both models are better in every way and include: the Apple-designed A8 chip with second generation 64-bit desktop-class architecture for blazing fast performance and power efficiency; advanced iSight and FaceTime HD cameras; and ultrafast wireless technologies.

The new iPhones include iOS 8, the biggest release since the App Store, featuring a simpler, faster and more intuitive user experience with new Messages and Photos features, predictive typing for Apple's QuickType keyboard and Family Sharing. iOS 8 also includes the new Health app, giving you a clear overview of your health and fitness data and iCloud Drive, so you can store files and access them from anywhere.

"MTS is delighted to add the amazing iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus to our extensive wireless line-up," said MTS President Kelvin Shepherd. "We are very pleased to offer the new iPhones with a range of attractive data plans that allow our customers to connect to our 4G LTE network with speeds of up to 150 Mbps. iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus customers will also be able to take advantage of free access to all MTS Wi-Fi Hotspots so they can enjoy the incredible features to the fullest."

In addition, iPhone 5s will be available starting at CA$155 and iPhone 5c will be available starting for free.

Pricing and details for iPhone:

Plan	Plan 1	Plan 2	Plan 3	Plan 4
Monthly Fee	CA$55	CA$60	CA$65	CA$75
Voice (minutes)	1,000 - Local   Unlimited -Nights and Weekends	400 - Local   Unlimited -Nights and Weekends	Unlimited - Local   Unlimited -Nights and Weekends	Unlimited - Local   Unlimited -Nights and Weekends
SMS	Unlimited	Unlimited	Unlimited	Unlimited
Data (MB)	1,024 - Local   400 - Nationwide	Unlimited - Local   400 - Nationwide	5,120 - Local   400 - Nationwide	Unlimited - Local   400 - Nationwide
iPhone 6 16GB	CA$265	CA$265	CA$265	CA$265
iPhone 6 64GB	CA$375	CA$375	CA$375	CA$375
iPhone 6 128GB	CA$485	CA$485	CA$485	CA$485
iPhone 6 Plus 16GB	CA$375	CA$375	CA$375	CA$375
iPhone 6 Plus 64GB	CA$485	CA$485	CA$485	CA$485
iPhone 6 Plus 128GB	CA$595	CA$595	CA$595	CA$595

Note: 24 month contract required.

For more information on iPhone, please visit: www.apple.com/iphone.

About MTS
MTS is the leading full-service communications provider for residential and business customers in Manitoba. The company's suite of products and services include the latest in wireless technology, high-speed Internet, an award-winning IPTV service, voice services, home security, and an extensive range of business solutions. A technology leader, MTS operates advanced wireless networks using the latest 4G and Wi-Fi technologies, delivering the best coverage for Manitobans. MTS also continues to expand its world-class fibre-to-the-home network, making MTS's fastest Internet plans and Ultimate TV service available to more communities across Manitoba. MTS's momentum is fuelled by the knowledge, skills and spirit of its 3,000 Manitoba-based employees. With over 100 years of operations, MTS is rooted firmly in the community and is a proud sponsor of the MTS Centre, home to the NHL's Winnipeg Jets. MTS is wholly owned by Manitoba Telecom Services Inc. which is listed on the TSX (trading symbol: MBT). For information on MTS's products and services, please visit www.mts.ca.

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SOURCE: Manitoba Telecom Services Inc.

Media: Melanie McKague, Corporate Communications, 204 958-3230, [email protected]; Investors: Paul Peters, Investor Relations, 204 941-6178, [email protected]