Our 3G network has got you covered

Our 3G Network
ACN Business Mobile utilises the Optus 3G network which covers 96%^ of where Australians work, live and play. So, you can call your boss back in Melbourne, or make a video call from the Sunshine Coast to your family in Hobart. And with fast HSDPA data speeds you can quickly download your email on-the-go, or get directions for navigating counrty roads and city streets.
Selecting a handset for your coverage needs
We’ve made it easy for you to select the right 3G handset for your coverage needs. You’ll find one of these symbols beside the 3G-enabled handsets on this website:

Handset supports access to 3G services in 2100MHz areas*.

Dual band (900/2100 MHz). Recommended if you want access to 3G services in regional areas*.

Handset supports fastest data speeds on the network in 2100MHz areas*.

Handset supports fastest data speeds in both 900MHz and 2100MHz areas*.
3G Dual Band (900/2100 MHz) Handsets
Ideal for metropolitan and regional coverage
The Optus 3G Network uses both UMTS 2100MHz and 900MHz spectrum bands reaching 96%^ of the Australian population. The advantage of the 900MHz spectrum band is its ability to travel further from a single base station, which makes it well suited to deliver mobile services to regional areas of Australia.
To access the wider regional coverage provided by the 900MHz frequency, you can select from a range of great dual band mobile phones – just look for our 3G Dual Band or 3G Dual Band Fast HSDPA symbols.
3G (2100MHz) Handsets
Ideal for metropolitan areas
As at December 2008, the 2100MHz frequency reaches 80% of the Australian population. It is available in all Australian capital cities and selected major regional centres. It is designed to provide excellent coverage and data speeds in busy, built-up areas.
There are a wide range of 3G 2100MHz handsets available to suit your mobile voice and data requirements. These are identified by the 3G or 3G Fast HSDPA symbols.
When using a 3G/2100MHz handset outside 2100MHz Network areas, you will roam seamlessly on to the Optus 2.5G network and be able to make voice calls, send SMS and MMS, and access data services at a reduced speed.
It is recommended that customers wishing to access high speed data services in regional areas upgrade to a 3G Dual Band mobile phone.
Important Information
^ This figure is correct as at April 2009.
* ACN Mobile is a 3G service. Some of the features of some handsets may be limited or not supported on our network. 3G/HSPA service is only available with a 3G/HSDPA compatible handset or device, an ACN 3G SIM card and you must be in an Optus 3G or HSDPA coverage area. 3G service in 900MHz coverage areas requires a dual-band (900/2100MHz) handset or device. Outside of 3G areas service will fall back to GSM/GPRS and 3G services will not be available.