In Papua New Guinea, the mobile market in February 2026 is seeing intense competition between Digicel, Vodafone, and Telikom, with a focus on "New Year" cleanup deals and the official arrival of the iPhone 17 series.
1. Major Network & Data Offers
Digicel PNG: "Big Red Giveaway"
Digicel remains the largest provider, currently running a massive giveaway through late February.
* Big Red Giveaway: Buy any data or voice plan worth K5 or more to enter a draw for cash prizes and devices.
* Wowi 4G LTE Offer: Purchase a Wowi 4G handset and get K210 in free bonus credit (K35/month for 6 months), plus a one-off 50GB data and 60 minutes of talk time bonus.
* Free Data Nights: Any plan purchase of K5 or more grants you FREE unlimited data from 12 AM to 6 AM.
* Prime Bundles: Dial *675# for 1TOK Prime Bundles, which now include dedicated data for TikTok, YouTube, and the Digicel TV app.
Vodafone PNG: "My Wantok" Special
Vodafone is aggressively expanding its 4G/5G footprint and focusing on community calling.
* My Wantok (Ends Feb 28): Register three "Wantok" (Vodafone) numbers for FREE and enjoy unlimited calls to those numbers until the end of February.
* Supa Sunday: Special one-day data "flash sales" are available every Sunday via the My Vodafone app.
* New SIM Bonus: New prepaid activations currently receive 2GB of data and 20 minutes of talk time every month for the first three months.
Telikom PNG: "New Year, New Deals" (Ends Feb 28)
Telikom is the go-to for the most affordable entry-level hardware this month.
* T121 Feature Phone: Now only K39.
* A551 Smartphone: A basic Android entry for K99.
* M30 4G MiFi: Priced at K45, which includes a massive 100GB of data (valid for 7 days).
* 30% Data Rollover: Starting this month, 30% of unused data from "Gutpela" 30-day plans (K50/40GB, K100/90GB) will roll over to the next month if you renew before expiry.
2. Retail Smartphone Prices (PGK)
Prices are quoted in Papua New Guinea Kina (K). Retailers like Daltron and Able Computing provide the following current rates:
* Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (256GB): K8,899.
* Apple iPhone 17 Pro (256GB): K7,599.
* Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (256GB): Discounted to K6,999.
* Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (512GB): K5,899.
* Samsung Galaxy S25 (256GB): K4,399.
* Samsung Galaxy A55 5G: K1,799.
* Samsung Galaxy A36 5G: K1,399.
* Samsung Galaxy A17 LTE: K829.
* Mintt P25+: A popular local budget choice at K299.
3. Connectivity & Buying Tips
* 5G Trials: While 4G is the standard, Vodafone and Digicel have both launched 5G pilot sites in Port Moresby and Lae. If you are buying a high-end phone like the S25 or iPhone 17, ensure you have a 5G-ready SIM.
* Kina vs. AUD: Note that many online prices for PNG are listed in AUD on international sites, but local retail shops strictly use PGK. Always verify the currency before paying.
* eSIM Support: Vodafone PNG has fully launched eSIM support for compatible devices (iPhone 13+ and Galaxy S21+). You can swap your physical SIM at any flagship store in Vision City.
* SIM Registration: Mandatory biometric registration (photo and ID) is required for all new SIM cards in PNG. Ensure you bring a valid NID or Passport to the outlet.
1. Major Network & Data Offers
Digicel PNG: "Big Red Giveaway"
Digicel remains the largest provider, currently running a massive giveaway through late February.
* Big Red Giveaway: Buy any data or voice plan worth K5 or more to enter a draw for cash prizes and devices.
* Wowi 4G LTE Offer: Purchase a Wowi 4G handset and get K210 in free bonus credit (K35/month for 6 months), plus a one-off 50GB data and 60 minutes of talk time bonus.
* Free Data Nights: Any plan purchase of K5 or more grants you FREE unlimited data from 12 AM to 6 AM.
* Prime Bundles: Dial *675# for 1TOK Prime Bundles, which now include dedicated data for TikTok, YouTube, and the Digicel TV app.
Vodafone PNG: "My Wantok" Special
Vodafone is aggressively expanding its 4G/5G footprint and focusing on community calling.
* My Wantok (Ends Feb 28): Register three "Wantok" (Vodafone) numbers for FREE and enjoy unlimited calls to those numbers until the end of February.
* Supa Sunday: Special one-day data "flash sales" are available every Sunday via the My Vodafone app.
* New SIM Bonus: New prepaid activations currently receive 2GB of data and 20 minutes of talk time every month for the first three months.
Telikom PNG: "New Year, New Deals" (Ends Feb 28)
Telikom is the go-to for the most affordable entry-level hardware this month.
* T121 Feature Phone: Now only K39.
* A551 Smartphone: A basic Android entry for K99.
* M30 4G MiFi: Priced at K45, which includes a massive 100GB of data (valid for 7 days).
* 30% Data Rollover: Starting this month, 30% of unused data from "Gutpela" 30-day plans (K50/40GB, K100/90GB) will roll over to the next month if you renew before expiry.
2. Retail Smartphone Prices (PGK)
Prices are quoted in Papua New Guinea Kina (K). Retailers like Daltron and Able Computing provide the following current rates:
* Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (256GB): K8,899.
* Apple iPhone 17 Pro (256GB): K7,599.
* Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (256GB): Discounted to K6,999.
* Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (512GB): K5,899.
* Samsung Galaxy S25 (256GB): K4,399.
* Samsung Galaxy A55 5G: K1,799.
* Samsung Galaxy A36 5G: K1,399.
* Samsung Galaxy A17 LTE: K829.
* Mintt P25+: A popular local budget choice at K299.
3. Connectivity & Buying Tips
* 5G Trials: While 4G is the standard, Vodafone and Digicel have both launched 5G pilot sites in Port Moresby and Lae. If you are buying a high-end phone like the S25 or iPhone 17, ensure you have a 5G-ready SIM.
* Kina vs. AUD: Note that many online prices for PNG are listed in AUD on international sites, but local retail shops strictly use PGK. Always verify the currency before paying.
* eSIM Support: Vodafone PNG has fully launched eSIM support for compatible devices (iPhone 13+ and Galaxy S21+). You can swap your physical SIM at any flagship store in Vision City.
* SIM Registration: Mandatory biometric registration (photo and ID) is required for all new SIM cards in PNG. Ensure you bring a valid NID or Passport to the outlet.
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