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Srikapardhi October 6th, 2023 8:47 AM 0 COMMENTS

Brazil to Offer Subsidies to Replace 2G, 3G Networks With 5G

Brazil’s National Telecommunications Agency (Agencia Nacional de Telecomunicacoes - Anatel) has confirmed that its Superintendence of Grants and Resources is planning to issue subsidies to mobile operators as possible measures to foster planning for the technological transition from 2G and 3G standards to 4G and 5G standards used in mobile systems. The president of the Agency also announced the intention to provide subsidies for replacing 2G and 3G mobile networks... Read More

Srikapardhi October 2nd, 2023 7:23 PM 0 COMMENTS

Crnogorski Telekom to Phase Out 3G Network by Year-End for 4G and 5G

Montenegro's telecom service provider, Crnogorski Telekom (CT), has officially announced the phase-out of its 3G network, which the company considers "technically outdated," in favour of more advanced technologies like 4G and 5G. CT emphasized that these advanced networks have significantly accelerated data transmission speeds and unlocked the development of cutting-edge applications that were unimaginable during the 2G and 3G network eras. Also Read: Deutsche Telekom Outlines Its 5G Rollout Progress... Read More

Srikapardhi September 29th, 2023 1:36 PM 0 COMMENTS

Slovak Telekom to Begin Phased Shutdown of 3G Network in October

Slovak Telekom will begin the phased shutdown of its 3G network in Slovakia starting in October. The Slovakian operator will begin its 3G switch-off in the districts of Zlate Moravce and Zarnovica ahead of a gradual region-by-region closure. Slovak Telekom said the shutdown will take place in several phases from October to December 2023. The operator plans to end it definitively before Christmas 2023, and start the new year with... Read More

Srikapardhi September 26th, 2023 5:01 PM 0 COMMENTS

Ooredoo Oman Prepares for 3G Phase-Out, Future-Proofs Smart IoT Devices

Yesterday, Ooredoo Oman announced its preparations for the phase-out of 3G, scheduled to commence in Oman in Q3 2024. The telecom company expressed its readiness to adopt fast, reliable, and efficient 5G services. The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) recently disclosed its plans to phase out 3G, a globally recognised process referred to as 'sunsetting.' Also Read: Ooredoo Oman Achieves Full Coverage With 5G Network Phasing-Out 3G in Oman Ooredoo stated... Read More

Srikapardhi September 23rd, 2023 11:56 PM 0 COMMENTS

Elisa to Phase Out 3G Network for 4G, 5G in Northern Savonia, Northern Karelia

Finnish operator Elisa has announced its plans to phase out the 3G network, with the process commencing in mid-September in Northern Savonia and Northern Karelia at the beginning of October. However, Elisa has emphasised that the 2G network will remain unaffected, ensuring continuous service for its users. Also Read: Elisa 5G Network Now Covers 90 Percent of Finnish Residences Strengthening 4G, 5G Connectivity Elisa also said it will strengthen its... Read More

Srikapardhi September 21st, 2023 3:03 PM 0 COMMENTS

Telia Estonia Shuts Down 3G Network in Tallinn

Telia Estonia has announced the closure of its 3G network in Tallinn during the first week of September. Customers in the capital, Tallinn, can now connect to Telia's modern network. The 3G shutdown in Tallinn occurred between September 4th and 7th, adding Tallinn to the list of regions where Telia has discontinued 3G services, including Laane County (March), Rapla County, and Parnu County (April), as well as Harju County (May).... Read More

Srikapardhi September 18th, 2023 9:54 PM 3 COMMENTS

BT Announces EE 3G Network Shutdown in the UK, Paving Way for 4G, 5G

British telecommunications company BT has officially announced the timeline for the shutdown of EE's 3G network across the United Kingdom, marking the end of an era in mobile connectivity. BT said EE initially launched its 3G network in the early 2000s, and now, as technologies continue to evolve, it has become necessary to phase out 3G in favour of more advanced technologies like 4G and 5G. BT further revealed that... Read More

Srikapardhi September 7th, 2023 8:34 PM 0 COMMENTS

Virgin Media O2 to Begin 3G Switch-Off in the UK in 2025

Virgin Media O2 (VMO2) has announced plans to begin switching off 3G services in the UK in 2025 as part of its network transformation efforts. According to VMO2, this move aims to enhance the customer experience by focusing on upgrading and expanding 4G and 5G networks while reducing energy consumption. Also Read: Nexfibre and Virgin Media O2 to Acquire Upp, Boosting Fibre Infrastructure in East of England Virgin Media O2... Read More

Srikapardhi September 5th, 2023 8:46 PM 0 COMMENTS

MTS Subsidiary Irteya to Develop 4G, 5G Base Stations: Report

Irteya, the subsidiary of the Russian mobile operator and digital ecosystem provider MTS, plans to develop 4G LTE/5G base stations based on OpenRAN architecture, as reported by Vedomosti. The company intends to allocate RUB 5.6 billion for the development of telecom equipment and also expects to receive RUB 5.4 billion from the state budget for the initiative from 2023 to 2026. Also Read: Ucom Starts Mobile Network Upgrade for Enhanced... Read More

Srikapardhi August 31st, 2023 9:23 AM 0 COMMENTS

Telia to Initiate 3G Network Shutdown in Finland for 4G, 5G From September

Finnish telecom provider Telia announced its network transition from 3G to advanced technologies on Wednesday. Telia Finland has stated that it will initiate the shutdown of its 3G services in September, starting in the Satakunta region, with a broader program scheduled for early 2024. Telia began testing 3G switch-offs at individual base stations in early 2023. Also Read: Eltel and Telia Finland Sign EUR 30 Million One Year Contract Extension... Read More

Srikapardhi June 6th, 2023 8:21 AM 0 COMMENTS

Orange Belgium to Discontinue 3G Network Starting January 2024

Orange Belgium has revealed its plans to gradually sunset its 3G network in response to the declining number of 3G device users and the underutilization of network capacity. This move follows the global trend of mobile operators discontinuing their 3G networks to make room for more advanced technologies such as 4G and 5G. Also Read: Orange Belgium Completes Acquisition of 74 Percent Controlling Stake in VOO SA Steady Decline in... Read More

Srikapardhi May 31st, 2023 9:12 AM 1 COMMENTS

EE Announces Pilot Withdrawal of 3G Service in Warrington, Prioritizing 4G and 5G Networks

EE, one of the leading telecommunications providers in the UK, has unveiled its plans for a pilot withdrawal of its 3G service in Warrington. This localized initiative, set to commence during the week of 17th July, marks a significant step in EE's broader strategy to retire 3G technology across the country by early 2024. EE says the move comes as the usage of 3G on the EE network has reached... Read More