March will be marked with the launch of the Nokia Lumia 800 and 710 in Australia. Australian Optus offers a wide range of data plans varying between $19-$79. The carrier promises to deliver your unit on March 1 if you pre-order it until February 26, otherwise you will have it after March 1.
Optus is not the only carrier to offer the smartphones. VirginMobile is currently getting pre-orders for the Lumia 710, but it doesn’t mention data plans or launch date. However, this carrier has an attractive campaign. It says select Nokia partners in Australia will have the unlocked version of the Lumia 710 available in March. These models will be compatible with Telstra’s and Vodafone’s 3G networks.
All in all, Australia could be in a more successful position, if as rumored Nokia launched the white variant of the Lumia 800 in this country first.
