Optus has launched a new Home internet plan specifically designed for gamers to help level up their gaming set up.

The new Optus Internet Gamer plan aims to not only provide great WiFi coverage, but it will also address congestion issues for gamers in households where multiple devices are being used, by prioritising their gaming traffic within the home or premises.

Building on the introduction of Game Path which helps reduce latency, jitter and packet loss outside of the home by ensuring PC gamers are always on the most optimal path to the game server. Optus’ latest foray into gaming now not only benefits PC gamers, but also console and casual gamers alike and helps with gaming on any device in the home including tablets and mobiles.

To bring this new offering to life, Optus has partnered with ASUS to bundle their DSL-AX5400 gaming modem as part of the Gamer plan which includes a number of key traffic prioritisation features built in to reduce in-home congestion and provide a much better gaming experience on the Optus Network.

Clive Dickens VP of TV & Content at Optus said “We are delighted to be working with a world leading partner in the gaming space with this exclusive device, ASUS to provide an exciting new option for our Optus nbn customers! This is a key milestone of our Living Network strategy and is the latest initiative to provide gamers with a world-class network experience.”

“Our new Optus Internet Gamer nbn plan packs a punch with features to optimise the experience including unlimited data, a fast 100Mbps typical busy period download speed (7pm – 11pm) , a dedicated WiFi6 gaming router that prioritises gaming traffic and a 6-month trial of Game Path to reduce lag and jitter.”

“With Optus now having the tools in place to gamers from experiencing congestion both inside and outside the home with the combination of the Optus Internet Gamer plan and Optus Game Path™, there’s no better way to game than with Optus.”

Account Management Director Dale O’Halloran & Senior Product Manager Steven Lin of ASUS OP Group said, “Here at ASUS we are delighted to have been selected to work with Optus on their upcoming gaming ISP plans.”

“We believe Australia is the perfect market to have routers that cater specifically for gamers to get the best performance and match their desired gameplay experience. Together with Optus we’ve been able to help design a cutting edge VDSL router to deliver WiFi 6 and prioritise gameplay. Our teams worked tirelessly to bring together what we feel will be the BEST VDSL router from any ISP currently in market. We are very proud of what we are able to bring to households (especially gamers) looking for improved wireless capabilities.”

Optus’ Internet Gamer plan comes with unlimited data usage, fast nbn – 100/20 100Mbps typical busy period download speed (7-11pm), an ASUS WiFi6 Gaming Modem, 6-month trial of Optus Game Path, a dedicated static IP included and Optus Sport & OS Fitness.

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New Zealand based ISP Orcon has completely reimagined itself with the future of working and home connectivity in mind.

Chief Executive Taryn Hamilton says the ISP has scrapped ‘business’ and ‘residential’ distinctions and will instead tailor technical solutions which accurately match every customer’s needs.

“Connectivity in the home is no longer just about smooth 4K streaming. We know people run business critical applications from their home office, and there’s a need to offer more than just a straight pipe. We saw a real opportunity to create an ISP straddling the reality of a blended world and offering new and innovative solutions to modern internet problems.”

Hamilton said the ISP will offer four core products, alongside its fibre, power and mobile services.

Wi-Fi Pro guarantees a strong Wi-Fi signal throughout the home. Using address records and premise size data, Orcon will recommend an optimal number of Google Nest Wifi units for individual homes or small offices, guaranteeing strong Wi-Fi signal throughout.

Google Nest Wifi units provide a powerful signal using mesh technology, blanketing a location in Wi-Fi signal.

Orcon’s technical team will provide assistance with location and set-up if needed, and will send out additional units at no cost if additional coverage is required.

Hamilton says Wi-Fi issues are the number one cause of complaints ISPs see. “By using Google technology, house size data, and Orcon’s local technical support, these issues can easily be overcome.”

Orcon is launching a new 2000Mbps plan, reduced pricing on its 4000Mbps plan and is soon to introduce an 8000Mbps plan. Hamilton says that while the use-case for such ridiculous speeds is still outside most people’s needs, the ISP simply wants to offer the fastest plans possible. “We’re also seeing tech-savvy businesses take up Hyperfibre and ditch expensive dedicated fibre circuits,” he adds.

Orcon’s paid-for Priority Support bolt-on guarantees two things; if there’s a technical fault, a customer jumps the queue and sees an onsite technician arrive in hours, not days. Further, customers calls and emails are routed to the next available agent. “This provides peace-of-mind that any issues are fixed quickly for those running a business or working from home. In essence, we’re offering business grade service levels to anyone who wants it – in a smarter and cheaper way.”

Orcon launched its 4G Backup product in 2019 with small businesses in mind. If a customer’s main fibre connection goes down, the modem seamlessly switches over to 4G.

Hamilton says the service has proved popular with retailers and those reliant on EFTPOS, but post-COVID the market is bigger than that. “My own COVID experience confirmed that I need my internet to work, no ifs, buts or maybes. Now people work up to five days a week from home and can’t afford downtime in the middle of a call, an online presentation, trading stocks or submitting a last-minute report. With 4G Backup, there’s an extra layer of reliability ready to kick in when you need it most.”

Orcon’s plan reinvention is backed by a new website created by Gladeye and an advertising campaign directed by Joel Kefali, of Lorde’s Royals music video fame.

Hamilton says Orcon has plans for even more products which will distinguish it in the hyper competitive New Zealand ISP market. “Orcon is known for being first to market, whether copper unbundling, UFB, Gig services or Hyperfibre. That’s not changing and our commitment to innovating and improving broadband in New Zealand remains strong. Watch this space for the next round.”

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