Telstra TV launch includes Presto offer

Telstra TV launches today to its broadband customers, at a price of $109 (free with Telstra’s L or XL internet bundles).

It arrives at the same time as the new Apple TV confirms its Australian pricing of 32GB for $269 or 64GB for $349.

Telstra TV, using a Roku device, will include Netflix, Presto, SBS on Demand, Plus7, 9JumpIn. Other apps include YouTube, Red Bull TV, Awesomeness TV, Wall Street Journal, GoPro, Vimeo, Crunchy Roll, Dropbox and Roku Media Player.

In addition, Telstra is offering a free three-month trial of Presto. It is also unmetered on Telstra TV.

Shaun James, Presto CEO, said, “Telstra TV is a fantastic device and we’re thrilled that they have selected Presto as a launch partner as it recognises our ability to bring their customers an unrivalled selection of quality movies and TV entertainment. Telstra TV helps put Telstra customers in control of what they want to stream from Presto.”

Joe Pollard, Telstra Chief Marketing Officer and Group Executive Media said, “Telstra TV is the simple way to stream your favourite television on demand and puts Telstra customers in control of what they watch, giving them even greater value entertainment choices in the home. The powerful combination of Telstra’s world-class networks, quality content and ease of use gives our customers an entertainment experience that is truly world class.”

Telstra is also hoping to bundle a subscription to all three major streaming services, with Stan expected “soon.”