In Uzbekistan, the mobile market in February 2026 is defined by a massive push for 5G coverage in regional centers and "Unlimited" app-specific data bundles. The major players are Beeline Uzbekistan, Ucell, Uztelecom (Uzmobile), and Mobiuz.
Major Carrier Offers
The current competition is centered on "YouTube" and "Social Media" specific data packs, which are often cheaper than general-purpose data.
* Beeline Uzbekistan:
* Juma Takliflari (Friday Offers): A current February promo includes a 130GB monthly package for 50,000 UZS (~$3.90) and a 50GB YouTube-only weekly pack for just 10,000 UZS.
* Hambi App Deals: Using the "Hambi" app often unlocks "Unlim" (Unlimited) 30-day packages for approx. 50,000 UZS.
* Ucell:
* 5G Expansion: Ucell just announced the launch of 5G in Termez (February 10, 2026), following their coverage in Tashkent, Samarkand, and the Fergana Valley. 5G is currently free for subscribers with compatible handsets.
* Special Bundles: Their "Guest" and "Tourist" packs start at $3–$5, offering 10GB–25GB of data valid for 15–30 days.
* Uztelecom (Uzmobile):
* Regional 5G: Following their 2024 rollout, Uztelecom now has 5G NSA active in all regional centers.
* Monthly Internet: Standard 30-day packages include 10GB for 50,000 UZS and 50GB for 100,000 UZS.
Smartphone & Flagship Deals
Devices are sold through official showrooms and major retail chains like ispace, Elmakon, and Idea.
* Samsung Galaxy S26 Series: * Status: Global launch is set for February 25, 2026. Local pre-orders are expected to start immediately after.
* Price Expectation: The base S26 is expected to start around 10,000,000–11,500,000 UZS.
* iPhone 17 Series:
* iPhone 17 Pro Max (256GB): Currently retailing for approx. 19,700,000–21,400,000 UZS.
* iPhone 17 Pro (256GB): Priced around 18,000,000 UZS.
* iPhone Air: The new slim model is retailing for about 22,600,000 UZS for the 1TB version.
* Budget 5G: The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (approx. 2,750,000 UZS) and Honor X9d (approx. 4,519,000 UZS) are the top mid-range movers this month.
Visitor & Tourist Offers
If you are landing at Tashkent (TAS) or Samarkand (SKD) airports:
* Best Choice: Beeline Tourist Plus is the top recommendation for 2026. For $5 (approx. 65,000 UZS), you get 30GB of data and unlimited social media (WhatsApp/Telegram) for 30 days.
* eSIM: Available through Beeline and Ucell apps. International providers like Roafly or Airalo offer 1GB–3GB plans starting from $3.90, but local physical SIMs from airport booths remain much cheaper for high data users.
Important Tips for 2026
* IMEI Registration (UZIMEI): If you bring a phone from abroad, it will work for 30 days. After that, you must register the IMEI (usually at a post office) and pay a fee (approx. 60,000–100,000 UZS) to keep it active on local networks.
* 5G Compatibility: If you are buying a phone in Uzbekistan, check for N78 band support, as this is the primary frequency used by Ucell and Uztelecom for their 5G networks.
* Starlink: Note that Starlink partnered with Veon (Beeline) in late 2025; keep an eye out for "Satellite-backed" roaming offers if you are traveling to very remote mountainous areas.
Major Carrier Offers
The current competition is centered on "YouTube" and "Social Media" specific data packs, which are often cheaper than general-purpose data.
* Beeline Uzbekistan:
* Juma Takliflari (Friday Offers): A current February promo includes a 130GB monthly package for 50,000 UZS (~$3.90) and a 50GB YouTube-only weekly pack for just 10,000 UZS.
* Hambi App Deals: Using the "Hambi" app often unlocks "Unlim" (Unlimited) 30-day packages for approx. 50,000 UZS.
* Ucell:
* 5G Expansion: Ucell just announced the launch of 5G in Termez (February 10, 2026), following their coverage in Tashkent, Samarkand, and the Fergana Valley. 5G is currently free for subscribers with compatible handsets.
* Special Bundles: Their "Guest" and "Tourist" packs start at $3–$5, offering 10GB–25GB of data valid for 15–30 days.
* Uztelecom (Uzmobile):
* Regional 5G: Following their 2024 rollout, Uztelecom now has 5G NSA active in all regional centers.
* Monthly Internet: Standard 30-day packages include 10GB for 50,000 UZS and 50GB for 100,000 UZS.
Smartphone & Flagship Deals
Devices are sold through official showrooms and major retail chains like ispace, Elmakon, and Idea.
* Samsung Galaxy S26 Series: * Status: Global launch is set for February 25, 2026. Local pre-orders are expected to start immediately after.
* Price Expectation: The base S26 is expected to start around 10,000,000–11,500,000 UZS.
* iPhone 17 Series:
* iPhone 17 Pro Max (256GB): Currently retailing for approx. 19,700,000–21,400,000 UZS.
* iPhone 17 Pro (256GB): Priced around 18,000,000 UZS.
* iPhone Air: The new slim model is retailing for about 22,600,000 UZS for the 1TB version.
* Budget 5G: The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (approx. 2,750,000 UZS) and Honor X9d (approx. 4,519,000 UZS) are the top mid-range movers this month.
Visitor & Tourist Offers
If you are landing at Tashkent (TAS) or Samarkand (SKD) airports:
* Best Choice: Beeline Tourist Plus is the top recommendation for 2026. For $5 (approx. 65,000 UZS), you get 30GB of data and unlimited social media (WhatsApp/Telegram) for 30 days.
* eSIM: Available through Beeline and Ucell apps. International providers like Roafly or Airalo offer 1GB–3GB plans starting from $3.90, but local physical SIMs from airport booths remain much cheaper for high data users.
Important Tips for 2026
* IMEI Registration (UZIMEI): If you bring a phone from abroad, it will work for 30 days. After that, you must register the IMEI (usually at a post office) and pay a fee (approx. 60,000–100,000 UZS) to keep it active on local networks.
* 5G Compatibility: If you are buying a phone in Uzbekistan, check for N78 band support, as this is the primary frequency used by Ucell and Uztelecom for their 5G networks.
* Starlink: Note that Starlink partnered with Veon (Beeline) in late 2025; keep an eye out for "Satellite-backed" roaming offers if you are traveling to very remote mountainous areas.
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