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MTS to Offer iPhone 6 & iPhone 6 Plus in Canada on September 19
[September 18, 2014]

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


(ENP Newswire Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) ENP Newswire - 18 September 2014 Release date- 15092014 - WINNIPEG - 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.

Forward-looking Statements Disclaimer This news release includes forward-looking statements and information (collectively, the 'statements') about MTS's products and services that are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions. As a consequence, actual results in the future may differ materially from any conclusion, forecast or projection in such forward-looking statements. Therefore, forward-looking statements should be considered carefully and undue reliance should not be placed on them. Examples of statements that constitute forward-looking information may be identified by words such as 'believe', 'expect', 'project', 'should', 'anticipate', 'could', 'target', 'forecast', 'intend', 'plan', 'outlook', 'see', 'set', 'pending', and other similar terms.

Factors that could cause anticipated opportunities and actual results to differ materially include, but are not limited to, matters identified in the 'Material assumptions' section and the 'Risks and uncertainties' section of the Company's 2013 Annual Management's Discussion & Analysis and 2013 Annual Information Form, both of which are available on SEDAR www.sedar.com.

Please note that forward-looking statements reflect Management's expectations as at the date hereof. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

Media: Melanie McKague Corporate Communications 204 958-3230 [email protected] Investors: Paul Peters Investor Relations 204-941-6178 [email protected] (c) 2014 Electronic News Publishing -

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