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It may be hum drum, but Aussie appetite for the iPhone 5 is still voracious, as Telstra sells out within hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Telstra sold out of the iPhone 5 in just 18 hours after the pre-orders kicked off on Friday 5:30 pm, marking a new sales record for the telco. <\/p>\n

“Tens of thousands pre-registered interest in the new Apple and we sold out within two working says “smashing all Telstra previous online sales records, even the iPhone 4S which also sold out within a few days. <\/p>\n

A spokesperson told SmartHouse they are “thrilled” with huge demand for the iPhone 5, which “exceeded all expectations.” <\/p>\n

The 4″ screen, 4G-enabled, thinner, longer iPhone 5 has features Android devices have had for some time, was announced by Apple with much fanfare last week, which many are slamming as mundane. <\/p>\n

The telco released their pricing plans for the new i5 on Friday, and are flogging four plans (S, M, L, XL) for the 16GB, 32GB and 64GB iPhone 5. <\/p>\n

Telstra’s S 16GB iPhone 5 plan starts at $67 per month ($600 call, unlimited txt and 1GB data) and also comes in $80, $100 and the top end $120 deals.<\/p>\n

Further up the scale, the 32GB iPhone 5 on Telstra’s S starts at $71 (with the same allowances as the 16GB plan) but if you want a massive data allowance you will pay $132 for XL deal which gives unlimited talk, text and 3GB data. <\/p>\n

The 64GB iPhone 5 S plan starts at $77 per month.<\/p>\n

With no more devices in stock, consumers are currently unable to pre-order the device online. <\/p>\n

A Telstra spokesperson said it is currently reviewing how to feed consumers huge hunger for the new 4G smartie but was “pleased” customers are embracing its online store with such aplomb. <\/p>\n

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“Our online pre-order has been very popular and for the moment, we’re out of stock. We’re working on getting more in,” according to Telstra’s website. <\/p>\n

Vodafone, too, released its plans for i5, which starts at $6 a month on the $60 Plan ($700 value, infinite calls on 3\/Vodafone’s network, infinite text standard and international and 1GB of data.)<\/p>\n

A Vodafone spokesperson also confirmed demand is “strong” and will know more precise sales figures later today. <\/p>\n

Optus are also riding high on i5 demand and are already sold out of the 32GB and 64GB iPhone 5 on pre-orders, with pricing plans starting at $30 (+$18 handset repayment), $60 (+$6) and $80, revealed Friday afternoon. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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