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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 26th, 2023 1:46 PM 0 COMMENTS

Tele2 5G Reaches 63 percent Coverage in Latvia

Tele2 Latvia has announced that its 5G network coverage is now available across 63 percent of Latvia's territory. The telecom service provider stated yesterday that its 5G base stations, operating at 700 MHz and 3.5 GHz frequencies, are serving both sparsely populated areas for broader coverage using the 700 MHz band and urban environments, offering speeds of up to 1 Gbps. Also Read: Tele2 Latvia Reports 166 Percent Growth in... Read More

Srikapardhi September 25th, 2023 5:05 PM 0 COMMENTS

Ericsson Showcases 5G Possibilities at Imagine Live Event in Malaysia

Ericsson launched its global Imagine Live event in Malaysia today, showcasing advanced 5G use cases and technology innovations set to fast-track Malaysia's digitalisation efforts. The event was inaugurated by the Minister of Communications and Digital in the presence of senior representatives from the government and industry, said Ericsson. Also Read: Maxis Malaysia Begins 6 GHz Spectrum Trial for Future Data Demands 5G Use Cases Presented by Ericsson At the event,... Read More

Srikapardhi September 25th, 2023 12:59 PM 0 COMMENTS

Globe Philippines Deploys 356 New 5G Sites, Expands 5G Roaming, Logs 5.2 Million 5G devices

Philippines operator Globe Telecom announced that it has deployed 356 new 5G sites and expanded its 5G coverage as of June 2023. Globe reported that this continuous deployment has resulted in 5G outdoor coverage of 97.44 percent in the National Capital Region and 91 percent in key cities of Visayas and Mindanao. In a related development, Globe also announced that it has logged 5.2 million 5G devices on its network... 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 23rd, 2023 6:56 PM 0 COMMENTS

Telia Norway Says Over 50 Percent of Phones on Its Network Support 5G

Telia Norway says over 50 percent of the mobile phones on its network now support 5G connectivity, with the growing volume of traffic now delivered via the 5G technology. Since the launch of 5G Technology in May 2020 in Lillestrom, Norwegians have progressively adopted the latest 5G-compatible mobile phones and started using 5G from the outset, said Telia. Also Read: Telia to Be the First With a Nationwide 5G Network... Read More

Srikapardhi September 23rd, 2023 11:31 AM 0 COMMENTS

Telefonica Spain Extends 5G Coverage Across Castilla-Leon on 700 MHz Band

Telefonica has announced that its Spanish brand, Movistar, has been actively expanding its 5G technology deployment in the 700 MHz band in Castilla y Leon during the summer. This effort has resulted in the activation of over a hundred new nodes spread across the nine provinces of the region. As of the end of August, the mobile ultra-broadband coverage with 5G has surpassed 70 percent in the area. Also Read:... Read More

Srikapardhi September 21st, 2023 9:49 PM 0 COMMENTS

Telia Sweden Secures Spectrum in 900 MHz, 2.1 GHz, and 2.6 GHz Bands for 4G, 5G Services

Telia Sweden has announced securing crucial spectrum in the Swedish Post and Telecom Authority (PTS) auction. The auction, which commenced on September 19 and concluded today, saw Telia Sweden securing spectrum allocations in three bands: 900 MHz, 2.1 GHz, and 2.6 GHz. Telia has noted that the licenses for the acquired spectrum have durations of 23 and 25 years, respectively, and they are expected to play a key role in... Read More

Srikapardhi September 21st, 2023 4:54 PM 0 COMMENTS

Orange Spain’s 5G SA Network is Supported in Over 30 Devices

Orange Spain says it is committed to its 5G+ (5G Standalone) Network, whose coverage is now available in 32 cities. According to Orange, this expansion of the 5G SA network has not only enhanced network capabilities and user experiences but has also increased the number of approved devices compatible with its advanced 5G+ network and services. Orange Spain launched its 5G+ (5G SA) Network just ahead of the Mobile World... 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

Tanay Singh Thakur September 21st, 2023 12:51 PM 0 COMMENTS

5G Call Made via Satellite, a Big Breakthrough

Satellites can bridge the connectivity gap that exists in the world today. We might soon witness satellite tech in play to start connecting people's smartphones to mobile networks. AT&T, a major American telecom service provider (TSP) and AST SpaceMobile Inc said that they have completed a 5G call between Spain and Hawaii using a smartphone and a company satellite. As per a release from AST SpaceMobile, they were successful in... Read More

Srikapardhi September 21st, 2023 11:00 AM 0 COMMENTS

Dialog Brings 5G to Apple iPhone Users in Sri Lanka

Dialog Axiata announced that it has become the first telco to offer 5G connectivity to Apple iPhone users in Sri Lanka through its 5G Trial Network. Dialog Axiata noted it is the first telecommunications service provider in the South Asian region to demonstrate 5G in 2018. Also Read: Dialog Axiata Extends Partnership With Netcracker for Enhanced Billing Capabilities Expansive Network Dialog Axiata said users with Apple iPhone models 12 and... Read More