In Malaysia, the mobile market in early 2026 is defined by the widespread availability of 5G Advanced and aggressive festive promotions, particularly following the Chinese New Year period.
Major Postpaid Offers
Most carriers are currently offering rebates and free streaming bundles to attract new sign-ups before February 28.
* Maxis: Their 5G postpaid plans (starting from RM79/mo) currently include a RM10 discount for 6 months and free access to the sooka Premium streaming app. For heavy users, the Maxis Postpaid 139 provides unlimited 4G/5G data and includes a free RM50 Touch 'n Go eWallet credit for new eSIM activations.
* CelcomDigi: Following their merger, they have launched the Postpaid 5G 2026 series. The RM80 plan offers 300GB of 5G data, while plans from RM120 and above provide unlimited 5G data. A unique feature is the 50% discount on family supplementary lines for higher-tier plans.
* U Mobile: Known for high data-to-price ratios, their U Postpaid 98 offers a massive 1,000GB (1TB) of 5G data and free 15GB global roaming in over 60 countries. They are currently offering a RM120 rebate for customers who switch (port-in) from other networks.
* Unifi Mobile: Their UNI5G Postpaid 39 is a popular budget choice, offering a free upgrade to 250GB of data for a limited time. They also bundle Netflix with their higher-tier plans.
Prepaid & 5G Advanced Deals
* Yes 5G: They are currently the only telco offering 5G Advanced (pre-6G technology) on prepaid. Their RM10 Starter Pack includes 20GB of 5G Advanced data with uncapped speeds for 30 days.
* U Mobile Prepaid: The U Prepaid 35 (RM35/mo) remains a bestseller, providing "unlimited" data (200GB FUP) and free unlimited 5G on weekends.
Device Bundles (iPhone & Samsung)
With the recent Galaxy Unpacked (February 2026), carriers are shifting focus to the newest flagships.
* Samsung Galaxy S26 Series: Most carriers (Maxis, CelcomDigi, U Mobile) have opened pre-orders with exclusive rewards like free Galaxy Buds or double storage upgrades.
* iPhone 17 & 17 Air: Maxis offers the iPhone 17 Pro starting from RM118/mo via their Zerolution installment plan (0% interest). U Mobile has the iPhone 17 from as low as RM88/mo.
* Free Phones: If you sign a 24-month contract, you can get budget 5G phones like the Samsung Galaxy A07 5G or Redmi Note 15 5G for RM0 upfront on mid-range plans (around RM60–RM90/mo).
Important Notes
* eSIM: Almost all Malaysian telcos now support instant eSIM activation via their apps, making it easy for travelers or those who want to avoid physical SIM cards.
* 6-Month Rebates: Be careful to check if a low price is a "permanent" rate or a 6-month introductory offer.
Major Postpaid Offers
Most carriers are currently offering rebates and free streaming bundles to attract new sign-ups before February 28.
* Maxis: Their 5G postpaid plans (starting from RM79/mo) currently include a RM10 discount for 6 months and free access to the sooka Premium streaming app. For heavy users, the Maxis Postpaid 139 provides unlimited 4G/5G data and includes a free RM50 Touch 'n Go eWallet credit for new eSIM activations.
* CelcomDigi: Following their merger, they have launched the Postpaid 5G 2026 series. The RM80 plan offers 300GB of 5G data, while plans from RM120 and above provide unlimited 5G data. A unique feature is the 50% discount on family supplementary lines for higher-tier plans.
* U Mobile: Known for high data-to-price ratios, their U Postpaid 98 offers a massive 1,000GB (1TB) of 5G data and free 15GB global roaming in over 60 countries. They are currently offering a RM120 rebate for customers who switch (port-in) from other networks.
* Unifi Mobile: Their UNI5G Postpaid 39 is a popular budget choice, offering a free upgrade to 250GB of data for a limited time. They also bundle Netflix with their higher-tier plans.
Prepaid & 5G Advanced Deals
* Yes 5G: They are currently the only telco offering 5G Advanced (pre-6G technology) on prepaid. Their RM10 Starter Pack includes 20GB of 5G Advanced data with uncapped speeds for 30 days.
* U Mobile Prepaid: The U Prepaid 35 (RM35/mo) remains a bestseller, providing "unlimited" data (200GB FUP) and free unlimited 5G on weekends.
Device Bundles (iPhone & Samsung)
With the recent Galaxy Unpacked (February 2026), carriers are shifting focus to the newest flagships.
* Samsung Galaxy S26 Series: Most carriers (Maxis, CelcomDigi, U Mobile) have opened pre-orders with exclusive rewards like free Galaxy Buds or double storage upgrades.
* iPhone 17 & 17 Air: Maxis offers the iPhone 17 Pro starting from RM118/mo via their Zerolution installment plan (0% interest). U Mobile has the iPhone 17 from as low as RM88/mo.
* Free Phones: If you sign a 24-month contract, you can get budget 5G phones like the Samsung Galaxy A07 5G or Redmi Note 15 5G for RM0 upfront on mid-range plans (around RM60–RM90/mo).
Important Notes
* eSIM: Almost all Malaysian telcos now support instant eSIM activation via their apps, making it easy for travelers or those who want to avoid physical SIM cards.
* 6-Month Rebates: Be careful to check if a low price is a "permanent" rate or a 6-month introductory offer.
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