Globe Telecom, a telecommunications provider in the Philippines, is accelerating its 5G deployment across the southern islands of the Philippines. Globe Telecom has partnered with Nokia to accelerate the deployment of 5G technology through the use of the modular Interleaved Passive Active Antenna (IPAA+).
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Advanced IPAA+ Deployment
According to the statement, Globe Telecom is deploying Nokia's advanced IPAA+ which has a light, modular design and supports all 5G frequency bands in a single compact antenna including the 2.6 GHz spectrum band. Moreover, the IPAA+ is designed with future expansion in mind, ensuring that investments remain protected as technology evolves.
This deployment enables Globe Telecom to accelerate and simplify 4G/5G rollouts with a higher level of network efficiency and performance, enabling faster return on investment.
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Challenge faced by Operators Globally
A common challenge faced by telecom operators worldwide is the physical space required for additional antennas on existing towers and rooftops. Nokia's IPAA+ helps service providers deploy 5G faster by addressing the challenge of finding additional space on towers and rooftops for antennas. It's a compact solution that combines 4G and 5G antennas, lowering site rental costs and making site acquisition faster.
Successful Field Test
According to the statement, during a field test conducted in Tantangan, South Cotabato, on the island of Mindanao, Nokia and Globe's engineering team successfully trialled a Globe Telecom-specific variant of the IPAA+. This makes Globe Telecom the first operator in the world to successfully test the 2.6 GHz IPAA+ variant.
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Positive Customer Impact
"The IPAA+ addresses long-standing challenges related to site acquisition and total cost of ownership (TCO), which have a direct impact on our customer experience, especially in the southern region of the Philippines. Simplifying the rollout of 4G and 5G services will undoubtedly elevate our network capabilities," expressed Globe Telecom.
The deployment of IPAA+ technology by Globe Telecom in the Philippines accelerates 5G deployment, improves network efficiency, and enhances the customer experience.
