Wednesday, April 7, 2010
ADSL Double Play by Cablenet
Recently Cablenet started offering Internet+Telephony packages through ADSL. Currently there are two Cablenet ADSL packages: adsl/talk+surf 5M for €39 and adsl/talk+surf 10M for €69.
CYPRUS BROADBAND
In Cyprus ADSL is the most widespread broadband technology with multiple providers offering packages that range from 300Kbps to 8Mbps. See the ADSL page for an overview of the state of ADSL in Cyprus.
Until recently Cyprus didn't have any Cable TV networks and for this reason Cable Internet is not popular in our island. Today the only Cable Company in Cyprus is Cablenet and currently its services are available only to a few urban locations.
In areas with no ADSL coverage the only available broadband option is one of the much more expensive Satellite Internet solutions. Satellite Internet is available in all parts of the island and it is offered by various international companies and their agents in Cyprus.
Using a 3G mobile as a modem or a dedicated 3G data card is another way to get broadband. 3G coverage is limited to urban areas and it is currently offered by CytaMobile Vodafone and MTN mobile carriers.
Until recently Cyprus didn't have any Cable TV networks and for this reason Cable Internet is not popular in our island. Today the only Cable Company in Cyprus is Cablenet and currently its services are available only to a few urban locations.
In areas with no ADSL coverage the only available broadband option is one of the much more expensive Satellite Internet solutions. Satellite Internet is available in all parts of the island and it is offered by various international companies and their agents in Cyprus.
Using a 3G mobile as a modem or a dedicated 3G data card is another way to get broadband. 3G coverage is limited to urban areas and it is currently offered by CytaMobile Vodafone and MTN mobile carriers.
Monday, April 5, 2010
Cyprus - Mobile Market - Overview & Statistics
Synopsis
The Cyprus mobile market has reached market saturation, leaving little room for organic growth through new subscriber additions. Two mobile network operators (Cytamobile-Vodafone and MTN Cyprus) offer services although Cytamobile-Vodafone maintains a significant market share. 3G and HSDPA services have been launched by both operators. With the mobile voice market at near saturation levels, both mobile operators are focusing on lifting ARPU levels by encouraging prepaid subscribers to migrate to postpaid plans as well as increased spending on mobile broadband/content services. This report provides a succinct overview of Cyprus’ mobile market covering: services offered; regulatory and market developments; as well as providing a variety of useful statistics. The information contained in this report focuses predominantly on the Greek Cypriot area.
The Cyprus mobile market has reached market saturation, leaving little room for organic growth through new subscriber additions. Two mobile network operators (Cytamobile-Vodafone and MTN Cyprus) offer services although Cytamobile-Vodafone maintains a significant market share. 3G and HSDPA services have been launched by both operators. With the mobile voice market at near saturation levels, both mobile operators are focusing on lifting ARPU levels by encouraging prepaid subscribers to migrate to postpaid plans as well as increased spending on mobile broadband/content services. This report provides a succinct overview of Cyprus’ mobile market covering: services offered; regulatory and market developments; as well as providing a variety of useful statistics. The information contained in this report focuses predominantly on the Greek Cypriot area.
sound tech distibutors
This is a company located in Nicosia , Cyprus which deals with the trade of both wholesale and retail of mobile phones, accessories and spare parts. Our main competitive advantage is our fast inhouse technical department. The main brands that the company deals with are Nokia, Samsung, Sony Ericsson, Motorola, Siemens & Panasonic. The company also retails the services for the two operators in Cyprus , CYTA and Areeba.
Soundtech has 2 self owned shops, 1 in Nicosia , 1 in Limassol. The company also has 2 franchised shops, 1 in Limassol and 1 in Larnaca. Soundtech is planning for a 2 nd self owned shop in Nicosia in the next 2-3 months. It has an ongoing business partnership with the company Hadjimitsis Trading Ltd. Hadjimitsis has 6 self owned shops, 3 in Paphos, 1 in Polis, 1 in Limassol and 1 in Latsia (suburban area of Nicosia). The two companies are working closely under the Tel2Phone group, with a total of 11 locations throughout the whole of Cyprus .
Soundtech has a range of about 115 different mobile models of all brands, 1350 different accessories of all brands and more than 5000 different spare parts of all brands. Soundtech is replenishing more than 100 outlets all over Cyprus through special agreements. It wholesales to 2 main chain stores and most suburban shops of Cyprus . Soundtech has an extensive cooperation, on multiple levels, with one of the largest organizations, Bank of Cyprus. Soundtech is the only mobile company in Cyprus which allows for payment of mobile phone products with Bank of Cyprus gift vouchers. Soundtech also is one of the very few companies in Cyprus to sell mobile phones with equal monthly installments through its cooperation with Bank of Cyprus and the Budget Card. Soundtech also participates in the extensive program of Bank of Cyprus, which offers each month a selection of mobile phones at a discounted price for Bank of Cyprus VISA card holders. Soundtech is one of the few companies in Cyprus that offers a complete solution package for hi-tech mobile products and mobile related car accessories. The highly equipped technical centre is always ready to offer a very high standard service to all customers. We specialize in customer satisfaction and delivering high end technological products at the best prices. ObjectivesTo provide top quality telecommunication products & services which maximise clients' satisfaction and expectations To conduct our business according to the highest level of ethics To do all in our power to pack the customer pound full of value, quality and satisfaction To maintain a management culture that is action oriented, always flexible and never bureaucratic To expect from the services we render a fair remuneration and not all the profit that market place will bear To continue to train ourselves and our associates so that the service we give will be more and more intellectually performed To be the most efficient in everything that we do Our clients success is our genuine concern Our Goal
Our main goal is to have delighted customers that leave from our points of sale happy and satisfied with a big smile on their face.
Soundtech has 2 self owned shops, 1 in Nicosia , 1 in Limassol. The company also has 2 franchised shops, 1 in Limassol and 1 in Larnaca. Soundtech is planning for a 2 nd self owned shop in Nicosia in the next 2-3 months. It has an ongoing business partnership with the company Hadjimitsis Trading Ltd. Hadjimitsis has 6 self owned shops, 3 in Paphos, 1 in Polis, 1 in Limassol and 1 in Latsia (suburban area of Nicosia). The two companies are working closely under the Tel2Phone group, with a total of 11 locations throughout the whole of Cyprus .
Soundtech has a range of about 115 different mobile models of all brands, 1350 different accessories of all brands and more than 5000 different spare parts of all brands. Soundtech is replenishing more than 100 outlets all over Cyprus through special agreements. It wholesales to 2 main chain stores and most suburban shops of Cyprus . Soundtech has an extensive cooperation, on multiple levels, with one of the largest organizations, Bank of Cyprus. Soundtech is the only mobile company in Cyprus which allows for payment of mobile phone products with Bank of Cyprus gift vouchers. Soundtech also is one of the very few companies in Cyprus to sell mobile phones with equal monthly installments through its cooperation with Bank of Cyprus and the Budget Card. Soundtech also participates in the extensive program of Bank of Cyprus, which offers each month a selection of mobile phones at a discounted price for Bank of Cyprus VISA card holders. Soundtech is one of the few companies in Cyprus that offers a complete solution package for hi-tech mobile products and mobile related car accessories. The highly equipped technical centre is always ready to offer a very high standard service to all customers. We specialize in customer satisfaction and delivering high end technological products at the best prices. ObjectivesTo provide top quality telecommunication products & services which maximise clients' satisfaction and expectations To conduct our business according to the highest level of ethics To do all in our power to pack the customer pound full of value, quality and satisfaction To maintain a management culture that is action oriented, always flexible and never bureaucratic To expect from the services we render a fair remuneration and not all the profit that market place will bear To continue to train ourselves and our associates so that the service we give will be more and more intellectually performed To be the most efficient in everything that we do Our clients success is our genuine concern Our Goal
Our main goal is to have delighted customers that leave from our points of sale happy and satisfied with a big smile on their face.
Internet Connection
Cytanet is the largest Internet connectivity provider in Cyprus. PrimeTel and Cablenet also provide connectivity.
Cytanet and PrimeTel are the two major broadband/ADSL Internet connectivity providers in Cyprus. In order to obtain ADSL service, a phone line is necessary; a monthly connection fee is payable to the ADSL provider as well as the Internet service provider and a fee for digital television will also be payable if this option is chosen. Digital television is available from all Internet providers.
Cablenet subscribers do not connect via a phone line, rather using a coaxial cable to do so. The cable is installed on subscription. Cablenet's service area is much smaller than that of Cytanet or PrimeTel.
Information on broadband options and internet service providers (ISPs) is available from CyprusBroadband.net.For the CyprusBroadband.net website: Click hereCytanet
To order a Cytanet Internet connection, subscribers must have a Cyta fixed phone line. Full range of Internet services and webmail is available.For information on Cytanet: Click here
Cytanet for All is a subscription-free dial-up Internet connection service for occasional users.
For more information on this option: Click here
Tel: 8000 8080 from a Cyprus telephone (Monday to Friday 08:00-24:00, weekends 10:00-24:00)OTEnet
OTEnet provides telephones and ADSL Internet to many locations in Cyprus; the website has a map showing locations served by the network. Product packages are available for the home user, small business and larger corporations. For the OTEnet website: Click here (in Greek)Related InformationInformation from CyprusBroadband.net regarding broadband services and promotions in Cyprus
Cytanet and PrimeTel are the two major broadband/ADSL Internet connectivity providers in Cyprus. In order to obtain ADSL service, a phone line is necessary; a monthly connection fee is payable to the ADSL provider as well as the Internet service provider and a fee for digital television will also be payable if this option is chosen. Digital television is available from all Internet providers.
Cablenet subscribers do not connect via a phone line, rather using a coaxial cable to do so. The cable is installed on subscription. Cablenet's service area is much smaller than that of Cytanet or PrimeTel.
Information on broadband options and internet service providers (ISPs) is available from CyprusBroadband.net.For the CyprusBroadband.net website: Click hereCytanet
To order a Cytanet Internet connection, subscribers must have a Cyta fixed phone line. Full range of Internet services and webmail is available.For information on Cytanet: Click here
Cytanet for All is a subscription-free dial-up Internet connection service for occasional users.
For more information on this option: Click here
Tel: 8000 8080 from a Cyprus telephone (Monday to Friday 08:00-24:00, weekends 10:00-24:00)OTEnet
OTEnet provides telephones and ADSL Internet to many locations in Cyprus; the website has a map showing locations served by the network. Product packages are available for the home user, small business and larger corporations. For the OTEnet website: Click here (in Greek)Related InformationInformation from CyprusBroadband.net regarding broadband services and promotions in Cyprus
Telephone & Internet in Cyprus
Landline Telephone Services
Fixed-line telephony in Cyprus is provided by Cyta, an independent (but government-owned) company and PrimeTel; both provide packages for home and business usage.
Cyta services: Cyta provides services for personal, business and small business use. These include the supply of land-lines, mobile phones (on monthly payment contracts and pay as you go), data transmission, telegraph transmission, maritime, TV transmission and reception, private leased circuits, audio text, video conferencing, ISDN, DSL, Internet and ATM/Frame Relay. Full details from the Cyta website: Click here (in English)CytaAt: Telecommunications Street, Strovolos, PO Box 24929, 1396 NicosiaTel: 22 701 000 or 132 (from Cyprus only)Fax: 22 494 940e-mailWebsite
Cyta service can be initiated by signing up over the phone, online, or at a CytaShop. It also has customer service offices, called CytaShops, located throughout Cyprus.To find the nearest CytaShop: Click hereFor Cyta customer service phone numbers and operating hours: Click here
PrimeTel services: PrimeTel provides land-line telephone, Internet (ADSL2 and broadband), Free-to-Air TV, digital TV, video on demand and pre-paid talk plans. The company offers residential packages as well as services for businesses PrimeTel PLCAt: The Maritime Center, 141 Omonia Avenue, PO Box 51490, 3506 LimassolTel: 22 027 300 or 25 867 289 (residential services) or 133 (from Cyprus only)Fax: 22 102 211e-mailWebsitePrimeTel HomeWebsite
PrimeTel also has customer service offices throughout Cyprus.To find the nearest Customer Support Center: Click here and scroll downGetting a land line connected
Contact Cyta or PrimeTel directly in order to have a land line activated or installed.For Cyta residential services: Click hereFor Cyta small to medium size businesses: Click hereFor PrimeTel residential services: Click here For PrimeTel business services: Click hereDirectory InquiriesCyta Directory Assistance Tel: 11892 WebsitePrimeTel Directory Assistance (up to three numbers per call)Tel: 11800 (charges apply)Click herePublic Telephones
Cyta public phones are in all towns, villages, ports and airports. There are three types of public telephones, coinphones, outdoor cardphones and indoor cardphones. All public phones can be used for local and international calls.
Cardphones accept payment by Telecards, which are available in various denominations. They can be purchased at banks, post offices, souvenir shops, kiosks and CytaShops. Mobile/Cellular Telephone Services
Mobile cellular telephones are available from major retailers and phone shops. If coming to Cyprus with a phone from another country, it may be possible to use it in Cyprus if the frequency band is the same (GSM 900/1800; UMTS 2100). The most economical way to make and receive calls will likely be to purchase a SIM card in Cyprus. All incoming calls are free and local calls are charged at a local rate.
In order to do use a foreign phone in Cyprus, the phone must be "unlocked", meaning it is not tied to a particular provider's network. If the phone is locked, it may be possible to unlock the phone at phone stores in the originating country or in Cyprus.
Once a phone is unlocked, it may be used on any network (provided the phone uses the same technology provided in Cyprus). Pay-As-You-Go mobile phone usage
Pay-As-You-Go usage means no contract is necessary; users buy pre-paid credits for usage. In order to use the phone on a Pay-As-You-Go basis, make sure the phone is unlocked, purchase a SIM card (a very small replaceable microchip) for a small fee, remove the old SIM card (often underneath the phone battery) and install the new SIM card. The new SIM card packaging will include the new Cyprus phone number. Purchase credit (available in periptero kiosks, tobacconists, post offices and petrol stations) and redeem it with the salesperson (if purchased in a phone store) or via phone call or text message.
There are no roaming agreements with the northern part of Cyprus; Cyprus mobile phones do not work there, however a cellular handset from another country works on both sides of the island.
Cytamobile- Vodaphone has pre-paid services under their SoEasy plan.
Fixed-line telephony in Cyprus is provided by Cyta, an independent (but government-owned) company and PrimeTel; both provide packages for home and business usage.
Cyta services: Cyta provides services for personal, business and small business use. These include the supply of land-lines, mobile phones (on monthly payment contracts and pay as you go), data transmission, telegraph transmission, maritime, TV transmission and reception, private leased circuits, audio text, video conferencing, ISDN, DSL, Internet and ATM/Frame Relay. Full details from the Cyta website: Click here (in English)CytaAt: Telecommunications Street, Strovolos, PO Box 24929, 1396 NicosiaTel: 22 701 000 or 132 (from Cyprus only)Fax: 22 494 940e-mailWebsite
Cyta service can be initiated by signing up over the phone, online, or at a CytaShop. It also has customer service offices, called CytaShops, located throughout Cyprus.To find the nearest CytaShop: Click hereFor Cyta customer service phone numbers and operating hours: Click here
PrimeTel services: PrimeTel provides land-line telephone, Internet (ADSL2 and broadband), Free-to-Air TV, digital TV, video on demand and pre-paid talk plans. The company offers residential packages as well as services for businesses PrimeTel PLCAt: The Maritime Center, 141 Omonia Avenue, PO Box 51490, 3506 LimassolTel: 22 027 300 or 25 867 289 (residential services) or 133 (from Cyprus only)Fax: 22 102 211e-mailWebsitePrimeTel HomeWebsite
PrimeTel also has customer service offices throughout Cyprus.To find the nearest Customer Support Center: Click here and scroll downGetting a land line connected
Contact Cyta or PrimeTel directly in order to have a land line activated or installed.For Cyta residential services: Click hereFor Cyta small to medium size businesses: Click hereFor PrimeTel residential services: Click here For PrimeTel business services: Click hereDirectory InquiriesCyta Directory Assistance Tel: 11892 WebsitePrimeTel Directory Assistance (up to three numbers per call)Tel: 11800 (charges apply)Click herePublic Telephones
Cyta public phones are in all towns, villages, ports and airports. There are three types of public telephones, coinphones, outdoor cardphones and indoor cardphones. All public phones can be used for local and international calls.
Cardphones accept payment by Telecards, which are available in various denominations. They can be purchased at banks, post offices, souvenir shops, kiosks and CytaShops. Mobile/Cellular Telephone Services
Mobile cellular telephones are available from major retailers and phone shops. If coming to Cyprus with a phone from another country, it may be possible to use it in Cyprus if the frequency band is the same (GSM 900/1800; UMTS 2100). The most economical way to make and receive calls will likely be to purchase a SIM card in Cyprus. All incoming calls are free and local calls are charged at a local rate.
In order to do use a foreign phone in Cyprus, the phone must be "unlocked", meaning it is not tied to a particular provider's network. If the phone is locked, it may be possible to unlock the phone at phone stores in the originating country or in Cyprus.
Once a phone is unlocked, it may be used on any network (provided the phone uses the same technology provided in Cyprus). Pay-As-You-Go mobile phone usage
Pay-As-You-Go usage means no contract is necessary; users buy pre-paid credits for usage. In order to use the phone on a Pay-As-You-Go basis, make sure the phone is unlocked, purchase a SIM card (a very small replaceable microchip) for a small fee, remove the old SIM card (often underneath the phone battery) and install the new SIM card. The new SIM card packaging will include the new Cyprus phone number. Purchase credit (available in periptero kiosks, tobacconists, post offices and petrol stations) and redeem it with the salesperson (if purchased in a phone store) or via phone call or text message.
There are no roaming agreements with the northern part of Cyprus; Cyprus mobile phones do not work there, however a cellular handset from another country works on both sides of the island.
Cytamobile- Vodaphone has pre-paid services under their SoEasy plan.
Monthly payment plans
Cyta has monthly payment plans which generally offer a better rate for frequent callers. Packages include:Light: intended for customers who do not wish to make many callsClassic: intended for customers with average to high useFor information on Cyta mobile phone plans: Click hereA contract is needed to subscribe to monthly plans; there are penalties for early cancellation. MTN Cyprus
MTN Cyprus provides mobile broadband services for mobile cellular phones, BlackBerrys and other 3G devices.
Cyta has monthly payment plans which generally offer a better rate for frequent callers. Packages include:Light: intended for customers who do not wish to make many callsClassic: intended for customers with average to high useFor information on Cyta mobile phone plans: Click hereA contract is needed to subscribe to monthly plans; there are penalties for early cancellation. MTN Cyprus
MTN Cyprus provides mobile broadband services for mobile cellular phones, BlackBerrys and other 3G devices.
NEW! Mobile Pay-As-You-Go plan
Registering a Cypriote SIM card outside of Cyprus is not possible due to their national telecoms regulations and the international call rates don’t always offer the best savings. Consequently, we provide an alternative solution offering great savings and simple easy to use functions.
Our Global SIM card 0044.co.uk is the UK’s leading supplier of Global and International SIM cards. With the all new ekit Home & Roam Travel Global SIM card you can avoid all mobile roaming charges, receive incoming calls for FREE in 60+ countries (including the USA) and make calls from just 30p/min. You’ll also benefit from having a UK and USA mobile number on one SIM card for maximum flexibility! The new Ekit Home & Roam global SIM offers great rates around the world and is the most cost effective global SIM for the USA and Canada.
How does it work?All you need to do is ensure that your mobile handset is unlocked (the iPhone will also support the Global SIM). The International SIM card works on a Pay-As-You-Go basis therefore when your credit runs low all you need to do is purchase additional credit online 24/7 or via customer support. Tri-band (or Quad-band) handsets are required for use in the USA and Canada.
Our Global SIM card 0044.co.uk is the UK’s leading supplier of Global and International SIM cards. With the all new ekit Home & Roam Travel Global SIM card you can avoid all mobile roaming charges, receive incoming calls for FREE in 60+ countries (including the USA) and make calls from just 30p/min. You’ll also benefit from having a UK and USA mobile number on one SIM card for maximum flexibility! The new Ekit Home & Roam global SIM offers great rates around the world and is the most cost effective global SIM for the USA and Canada.
How does it work?All you need to do is ensure that your mobile handset is unlocked (the iPhone will also support the Global SIM). The International SIM card works on a Pay-As-You-Go basis therefore when your credit runs low all you need to do is purchase additional credit online 24/7 or via customer support. Tri-band (or Quad-band) handsets are required for use in the USA and Canada.
NEW! Mobile Pay-As-You-Go plan
Registering a Cypriote SIM card outside of Cyprus is not possible due to their national telecoms regulations and the international call rates don’t always offer the best savings. Consequently, we provide an alternative solution offering great savings and simple easy to use functions.
Our Global SIM card 0044.co.uk is the UK’s leading supplier of Global and International SIM cards. With the all new ekit Home & Roam Travel Global SIM card you can avoid all mobile roaming charges, receive incoming calls for FREE in 60+ countries (including the USA) and make calls from just 30p/min. You’ll also benefit from having a UK and USA mobile number on one SIM card for maximum flexibility! The new Ekit Home & Roam global SIM offers great rates around the world and is the most cost effective global SIM for the USA and Canada.
How does it work?All you need to do is ensure that your mobile handset is unlocked (the iPhone will also support the Global SIM). The International SIM card works on a Pay-As-You-Go basis therefore when your credit runs low all you need to do is purchase additional credit online 24/7 or via customer support. Tri-band (or Quad-band) handsets are required for use in the USA and Canada.
Our Global SIM card 0044.co.uk is the UK’s leading supplier of Global and International SIM cards. With the all new ekit Home & Roam Travel Global SIM card you can avoid all mobile roaming charges, receive incoming calls for FREE in 60+ countries (including the USA) and make calls from just 30p/min. You’ll also benefit from having a UK and USA mobile number on one SIM card for maximum flexibility! The new Ekit Home & Roam global SIM offers great rates around the world and is the most cost effective global SIM for the USA and Canada.
How does it work?All you need to do is ensure that your mobile handset is unlocked (the iPhone will also support the Global SIM). The International SIM card works on a Pay-As-You-Go basis therefore when your credit runs low all you need to do is purchase additional credit online 24/7 or via customer support. Tri-band (or Quad-band) handsets are required for use in the USA and Canada.
Cytamobile-Vodafone represents Cyta’s mobile telephony under the brand name in a partner agreement with Vodafone, the world’s largest mobile communication company. As from February 2004, when we signed the Partner Network Agreement with Vodafone, we are the exclusive Vodafone representatives in Cyprus and at the same time members of the largest mobile communications family worldwide.
We are aware that Cytamobile-Vodafone maintains the top position in Electronic Communication services with a remarkably successful business development in the Cyprus market for over 20 years, thanks to all those who trust us - our customers, our associates, our staff and society.
Throughout the 20 plus years of our presence in the Cyprus market, we followed a very ambitious development plan offering pioneer products and services by taking advantage of latest technology designed to meet customers' needs.
Combining Vodafone’s global knowledge and experience with ours, we have enriched our product and services portfolio, by developing and offering significant, tested services which Vodafone provides in other countries.
At the same time, we have provided customers with privileged treatment in countries of five continents where Vodafone has a presence, ensuring the same benefits all other Vodafone subscribers enjoy worldwide.
Today, we provide an integrated portfolio of voice, content and data products and services designed to support your business goals and upgrade the quality of your life by combining high quality and competitive prices.
Get to know all about us and how we can help you communicate better.
Cyta
Cyta is the leading electronic communications provider in Cyprus, and, since its establishment, connects people in Cyprus with one another, as well as with the rest of the world.
Cyta’s people have worked hard to establish our small island as an important, international communications hub.
It has set up the first comprehensive telecommunications network in Cyprus and, ever since, provides the most advanced technology, in the most reliable way. That's why it now goes one step further developing a comprehensive electronic communication.
Cyta is the only electronic communications Organization which belongs to its customers.
Vodafone
Vodafone Group Plc is the world's leading mobile telecommunications company, with a significant presence in Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific and the United States through the Company's subsidiaries, joint ventures, affiliations and investments.
The Group's mobile phone subsidiaries are under the brand name of Vodafone. At the same time, the Group reaches agreements with network operators in countries where the Group does not hold an equity stake.
Under the terms of Partner Network Agreements, the Group and its affiliated networks work towards the development and marketing of the global services under dual brand logos.
We are aware that Cytamobile-Vodafone maintains the top position in Electronic Communication services with a remarkably successful business development in the Cyprus market for over 20 years, thanks to all those who trust us - our customers, our associates, our staff and society.
Throughout the 20 plus years of our presence in the Cyprus market, we followed a very ambitious development plan offering pioneer products and services by taking advantage of latest technology designed to meet customers' needs.
Combining Vodafone’s global knowledge and experience with ours, we have enriched our product and services portfolio, by developing and offering significant, tested services which Vodafone provides in other countries.
At the same time, we have provided customers with privileged treatment in countries of five continents where Vodafone has a presence, ensuring the same benefits all other Vodafone subscribers enjoy worldwide.
Today, we provide an integrated portfolio of voice, content and data products and services designed to support your business goals and upgrade the quality of your life by combining high quality and competitive prices.
Get to know all about us and how we can help you communicate better.
Cyta
Cyta is the leading electronic communications provider in Cyprus, and, since its establishment, connects people in Cyprus with one another, as well as with the rest of the world.
Cyta’s people have worked hard to establish our small island as an important, international communications hub.
It has set up the first comprehensive telecommunications network in Cyprus and, ever since, provides the most advanced technology, in the most reliable way. That's why it now goes one step further developing a comprehensive electronic communication.
Cyta is the only electronic communications Organization which belongs to its customers.
Vodafone
Vodafone Group Plc is the world's leading mobile telecommunications company, with a significant presence in Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific and the United States through the Company's subsidiaries, joint ventures, affiliations and investments.
The Group's mobile phone subsidiaries are under the brand name of Vodafone. At the same time, the Group reaches agreements with network operators in countries where the Group does not hold an equity stake.
Under the terms of Partner Network Agreements, the Group and its affiliated networks work towards the development and marketing of the global services under dual brand logos.
Mobile phones in Cyprus
Until 2007, I didn't own a mobile phone. The rest of the family each had one, and used them extensively, but I find them intrusive, and many of them feel uncomfortable in my hands if I hold them for more than a minute or two.
However, I was almost the last person in Cyprus without one, or so it seemed. And there were a couple of occasions in the spring of 2007 when it would have been very useful to have one. Slowly, my resistance was broken down. Richard's mother was staying here for my birthday that year, and wanted me to spend my birthday money. So I thought about a phone. We went to a local shop, resisted all the blandishments of the assistants to buy a highly expensive phone with inbuilt phones, databases and (probably) coffee-makers, and chose a nice, neat-looking simple Sony Ericson model:
However, I was almost the last person in Cyprus without one, or so it seemed. And there were a couple of occasions in the spring of 2007 when it would have been very useful to have one. Slowly, my resistance was broken down. Richard's mother was staying here for my birthday that year, and wanted me to spend my birthday money. So I thought about a phone. We went to a local shop, resisted all the blandishments of the assistants to buy a highly expensive phone with inbuilt phones, databases and (probably) coffee-makers, and chose a nice, neat-looking simple Sony Ericson model:
It wasn't worth getting a contract, even though they're as little as about one euro per month for low usage, so I opted for a pay-as-you go Sim Card. There were only two mobile phone providers in Cyprus, and we decided, for no particular reason, to opt for Areeba rather than CYTA. I had, as far as I remember, a five pound (in old Cyprus money) card initially, and they told me that my first top-up would be worth twice as much as I paid for it. So I also bought an eight pound top-up card, worth sixteen pounds with the doubling, for a total of twenty-one pounds of credit.
Since I only used the phone about once a month, and phone calls are very cheap in Cyprus, I still had about twenty pounds of credit by the end of 2007 when Cyprus joined the Euro-zone. So it transferred itself to about thirty-four euros.
By the end of April, I started receiving text messages reminding me that my credit would expire unless I bought another top-up card, since they only last a year. I still had about thirty-two euros of credit, so I didn't want to lose that.
I was slightly confused that I could not find Areeba cards advertised anywhere, until someone kindly explained that they are now under MTN.
So I bought a five euro MTN card, the smallest available, and topped up my phone. Unfortunately, I hadn't realised that a five euro topup only lasts 30 days, so around the end of May I started getting more messages... and had to buy a ten euro card to extend my credit by another year. So by the end of May 2008, I had about 47 euros on my phone.
During the rest of 2008, I did use the phone significantly more. When I was in the UK, I sent texts to Richard. When we returned to Cyprus, I sent texts to Tim in the UK. And when Richard travelled to Australia earlier this year, we had several text conversations, all of which cost a great deal more than the Cyprus texts that are just two or three cents each.
And about a week ago, I had a text message on my phone informing me that I needed to buy another top-up card, or I would lose my credit... which stood at €29. My goodness... I had actually used €18 worth of calls and texts in a year.
So, a couple of days ago, I popped into a local periptero and shelled out another ten euros for another top-up card:
Apparently I get 44 free text messages with this.
So I now have €39 on my phone. Even if I use up another €18 in the next 12 months, I'll still be well in credit.
In a little lightbulb moment, it occurred to me that when I phone Richard's mobile to remind him to come home for a meal, it would be better to use my mobile to call rather than the house phone.
Since I only used the phone about once a month, and phone calls are very cheap in Cyprus, I still had about twenty pounds of credit by the end of 2007 when Cyprus joined the Euro-zone. So it transferred itself to about thirty-four euros.
By the end of April, I started receiving text messages reminding me that my credit would expire unless I bought another top-up card, since they only last a year. I still had about thirty-two euros of credit, so I didn't want to lose that.
I was slightly confused that I could not find Areeba cards advertised anywhere, until someone kindly explained that they are now under MTN.
So I bought a five euro MTN card, the smallest available, and topped up my phone. Unfortunately, I hadn't realised that a five euro topup only lasts 30 days, so around the end of May I started getting more messages... and had to buy a ten euro card to extend my credit by another year. So by the end of May 2008, I had about 47 euros on my phone.
During the rest of 2008, I did use the phone significantly more. When I was in the UK, I sent texts to Richard. When we returned to Cyprus, I sent texts to Tim in the UK. And when Richard travelled to Australia earlier this year, we had several text conversations, all of which cost a great deal more than the Cyprus texts that are just two or three cents each.
And about a week ago, I had a text message on my phone informing me that I needed to buy another top-up card, or I would lose my credit... which stood at €29. My goodness... I had actually used €18 worth of calls and texts in a year.
So, a couple of days ago, I popped into a local periptero and shelled out another ten euros for another top-up card:
Apparently I get 44 free text messages with this.
So I now have €39 on my phone. Even if I use up another €18 in the next 12 months, I'll still be well in credit.
In a little lightbulb moment, it occurred to me that when I phone Richard's mobile to remind him to come home for a meal, it would be better to use my mobile to call rather than the house phone.
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