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Monday, March 08, 2021

Entel launches its 5G commercial plan

Entel launched its 5G Home Internet plan, which allows up to 14 devices to be connected simultaneously over Wi-Fi. It has a rate of US$40 per month and a maximum download speed of 50 Mbps, which, guaranteed at 40%, yields a minimum download speed of 20 Mbps.

To facilitate the sale, Entel presented an offer for the first six months of the contract at US$30. The service is available in the districts of San Isidro and Miraflores, among others in Lima, as well as in southern areas of the city.

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