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Introduced in October 2018, unlike its predecessors, the Bphone 3 received much support from tech enthusiasts and users. The product is priced from 6.99 million dong for the Bphone 3 version and 9.99 million dong for the Bphone 3 Pro version.
In addition to its reasonable price, the Bphone 3 also boasts various advantages such as:
- Luxurious design featuring a solid aluminum frame and an impressive glass back
- Impressive camera setup with an 8MP front camera integrated with AI for perfect selfies, and a single 12MP rear camera equipped with portrait mode and excellent low-light performance
- The Bphone 3 is powered by a Snapdragon 636 processor paired with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage, ensuring smooth online video streaming and gaming experiences without any lag
- A 3000 mAh battery provides all-day usage and supports fast charging, making phone usage much more convenient
- IP68 water and dust resistance, anti-theft capabilities developed by BKAV...
Surely, a sophisticatedly designed phone like the Bphone 3 - on par with the iPhone X - is bound to be an excellent choice for many Vietnamese consumers.
Would you dare to buy the Bphone 3 for 0 dong?
Representatives from MobiFone have confirmed their official distribution program for the Bphone 3 with their substantial subsidy. According to them, customers can simply go to the network's points of sale and receive the Bphone 3 without paying a single dong. As such, the Bphone 3 will be officially distributed at over 600 MobiFone stores nationwide.
Subsidies through network providers are a common method of distributing smartphones in developed markets such as the US and Japan. When a manufacturer releases a new model, subscribers can upgrade to the new phone without paying extra. This business model benefits all parties involved. Specifically, the network provider retains subscribers, the manufacturer sells its products, and customers own the latest technology with periodic upgrades at a reasonable fee.
Currently in Vietnam, network providers also distribute phones, but subscribers typically have to pay 100% of the device's value upfront and deduct it gradually from their tariffs. Previously, the Bphone 2 also had a trial distribution program through MobiFone and Viettel. Under this program, users could purchase the phone with a subsidy if they paid monthly tariffs of 199,000 dong or more.
Regarding consumer sentiment, many consumers, especially loyal MobiFone subscribers, are delighted with the news:
I've been using Mobifone for 10 years now, always feeling reassured. Now that the network is distributing phones with such attractive deals, I'll definitely have to buy another Bphone and use more of Mobifone's services. – Cherry
I'm currently using the Bphone 3 and I admit it's really great, everything runs smoothly, both sides are all glass, it fits comfortably in the hand and is quite lightweight to use. – Phucdd
However, many consumers currently using services from other networks like Viettel and Vinaphone are hesitating, unsure whether to switch to Mobifone to take advantage of this enticing offer.
Getting the Bphone 3 for free but having to use Mobifone's package for a certain period is like buying the phone upfront + 3 years of phone top-up, it's all the same depending on the user's needs – Chinhlv
Well, getting the phone for free but having to use Mobifone's package for a certain period, like an installment plan, is also acceptable. So, one needs to consider whether to switch from Viettel to Mobi, and also buying from a reputable place always comes with warranty. – Vannt
What about you? Would you buy the Bphone 3 for 0 dong?
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