ZTE Introduces LTE Small-Cell Backhaul Solutions
ZTE has unveiled a new series of backhaul solutions for LTE Small Cell technology, for network operators to meet rising subscriber demand for mobile broadband. ZTE’s new series offers multi-module…
SaskTel Launches Commercial 4G LTE Network in Regina and Saskatoon
Canada’s telecom service provider SaskTel will launch its 4G LTE network on January 31. At launch, LTE service will be available in Regina, Saskatoon, Clavet, Dundurn, Langham, Lumsden, Martensville, Osler, Pense, Vanscoy,…
SK Telecom and Ericsson Demonstrate LTE-A TM-9 Technology
SK Telecom has successfully demonstrated a core LTE-Advanced technology named Transmission Mode 9 (TM-9) under partnership with Ericsson, operator announced today. TM-9 defines the way of transmission between mobile devices…
Sprint Expands LTE Service and Delivers an Improved 3G Experience in Puerto Rico
U.S. operator Sprint has significantly improved 3G service in Puerto Rico and also expanded 4G service by launching its LTE network in Aguadilla, Isabela, Cabo Rojo and Mayagüez. These cities…
Nokia Siemens Networks Enables Live TV broadcast in China Mobile’s TD-LTE Network
Mobile service provider China Mobile transmitted a live video stream of the Xiamen International Marathon to TV centers of China Central TV and Xiamen TV for live broadcasting on its…
Bidding in UK LTE Spectrum Auction Begins Today
UK’s 4G spectrum auction is now under way with seven bidders who are competing to acquire new LTE frequencies. The bidders are Everything Everywhere, HKT (UK) Company, Hutchison 3G UK,…
NTT DOCOMO Announces 12 New Mobile Devices
Japan’s mobile operator NTT DOCOMO has unveiled its 2013 spring lineup of 12 models that will launch in sequence beginning on January 25. The lineup includes 11 smartphones and tablets,…
Tele2 Extends LTE coverage in Estonia
Estonian mobile operator Tele2 has extended its LTE network to Tartu in addition to Tallinn and its surrounding area. Operator expects to build new 4G base stations all over Estonia…
Huawei Powers Dialog’s TDD LTE Network in Sri Lanka
Huawei partnered with Dialog’s fixed broadband service arm Dialog Broadband Networks (DBN) to launch an LTE TDD network in Sri Lanka. The first of the network’s two phases was completed…
EMT Opens LTE Network for Smartphones
Estonian mobile service has launched 4G smartphones on its LTE Network. Operator has been already offering LTE services to modems and routers users since last two years. New Internet Package…
Verizon Wireless Expands LTE Network, Adds New Markets
Verizon Wireless LTE network now covers 473 markets. Earlier this week, operator launched LTE network in Keen & Lebanon in New Hampshire. Verizon Wireless also has further expanded its LTE…
Dish Network Makes an Offer to Purchase Clearwire Spectrum, Shares
DISH Network has approached Clearwire to purchase certain spectrum assets, acquire up to all of Clearwire’s common stock for $3.30 per share and enter into a commercial agreement with Clearwire.
T-Mobile Launches Nationwide HD Voice, Details LTE Plans
U.S. carrier T-Mobile has announced that HD Voice is now available on its network nationwide. To experience HD Voice, both parties on the call must use capable T-Mobile 4G smartphones…
Dialog Launches Commercial LTE Service in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka’s telecom service provider, Dialog Broadband Networks (DBN) has launched Commercial 4G Services with TD-LTE technology in the city of Colombo. DBN is the fixed telecommunication Services arm of…
Omantel Starts Second Phase of LTE Network Roll Out
Telecom services provider Omantel has announced the launch of the second phase of its 4G LTE network in Oman. Operator has extended coverage to new areas in different parts of…
MTS Builds 2000 LTE Base Stations in 2012
Russian mobile operator Mobile TeleSystems (MTS) announced that it has built more than 2,000 LTE base stations in 2012. Operator’s 4G LTE network now covers about 90% of the capital…
Kazakhtelecom Launches Commercial LTE Services
KazakhTelecom has launched LTE network in Astana and Almaty in Kazakhstan. 4G LTE services are being offered by ALTEL, KazakhTelecom JSC affiliated company and national operator.
O2 Selects Nokia Siemens Networks to Build LTE Network in UK
O2 (Telefónica UK) has selected Nokia Siemens Networks to prepare its LTE network across London and the South East of England. The UK operator is anticipating a rapid launch of…
Verizon Wireless Adds LTE in 29 More U.S. Markets
U.S. carrier Verizon Wireless has opened LTE network in 29 new markets, including Selma, Ala., Clarksburg, W. Va., and Port Angeles, Wash., bringing the total of U.S. markets covered to…
Ofcom Reveals 4G Auction Bidders
Uk regulator Ofcom has announced the bidders in the forthcoming 4G mobile spectrum auction. Bidders will be competing to acquire spectrum in two separate bands – 800 MHz and 2.6…
Reliance Infotel Licenses SPIRIT Mobile Video Engine
Indian telecom operator Infotel, a subsidiary of Reliance Group, has licensed SPIRIT DSP Mobile Video Engine. Reliance intends to invest $10 billion in its LTE network and has selected SPIRIT’s…
Sprint Adds Six New 4G LTE Markets
Sprint’s 4G LTE network is now available in six new areas. Beginning today, Sprint’s LTE service is available in Indianapolis/Carmel, Ind.; Santa Rosa/Petaluma, Calif.; Vallejo/Fairfield, Calif.; Southern Puerto Rico (including…
ZTE Helps China Mobile to Launch Converged TDD/FDD LTE Network in Hong Kong
ZTE helped China Mobile Hong Kong (CMHK) to launch the commercial converged TD-LTE / FDD LTE network in Hong Kong. Ericsson was also a solution provider on the new China…
Sprint to Buy Clearwire for $2.2 Billion
Sprint has announced an agreement to buy approximate 50% stake in Clearwire it does not currently own for $2.97 per share, equating to a total payment to Clearwire shareholders, other…
Maxis to Invest RM Half Billion for LTE Network in Malaysia
Malaysia’s communications service provider Maxis Berhad is ready to launch 4G LTE service following the allocation of the 2600 MHz spectrum band for 4G LTE by Malaysian Communications and Multimedia…
Ofcom Begins 4G LTE Auction Process
UK regulator Ofcom today started 4G Auction Process by taking the application from the potential bidders along with an initial deposit of £100,000. All applications will be reviewed by Ofcom…
AT&T Expands LTE Network to Four New Markets
AT&T has launched its 4G LTE service in Auburn-Opelika, Ala.; Wilkes-Barre, Pa.; Grand Rapids, Mich. and Nashua, NH. With this expansion, AT&T LTE network is now live in 113 markets.
Alcatel-Lucent to Provide LTE Solution to Rio Tinto in Australia
Rio Tinto, a international mining group, has selected Alcatel-Lucent to implement LTE technology to support its existing operations and future business needs. Alcatel-Lucent will enhance the speed and capacity of…
China Mobile Opens TD-LTE Trial Network
China Mobile has launched TD-LTE trial network central and western regions, reports chinadaily. The TD-LTE trial network is based in Sichuan.
Telenor Norway Introduces LTE for Mobile
Telenor has opened its LTE network for mobile phone usage as well. Operator’s LTE services so far were available on PCs and tablets only. Telenor launched LTE network in Norway…
