On one hand some telecom operators are urging the government to provide policy backing to their legacy networks that have accounted for most of their investments so far, on the other hand some others are talking about next generation technologies including ... ( read original story ...)
Smartfren: seven million 4G users at end-June
Smartfren launches 4G SIM card, internet pack 02/22 ZTE: First Pre5G Trial in Southeast Asia completed by Indonesia’s Smartfr.. 01/24 ZTE: First Pre5G Trial in Southeast Asia completed by Indonesia's Smartfren and.. 01/17 PT MOBILE 8 TELECOM TBK ... ( read original story ...)
Ericsson showcases 5G readiness in China with Intel
The field test is a significant milestone since China’s three major operators have already announced plans to roll out 5G in the 3.5GHz band. Chris Houghton, head of Market Area North East Asia, Ericsson, says: “We recognise the importance and ... ( read original story ...)
Huawei completes 2nd-phase 5G test in China
while jointly accelerating the formation of unified 5G standards.” The test results were showcased at PT/Expo China, which is running from 27 September to 30 September in Beijing. Joseph Waring joins Mobile World Live as the Asia editor for its new Asia ... ( read original story ...)
4G coverage to beat 2G in a year, says Mukesh Ambani
Billionaire Mukesh Ambani, who shook up the telecom sector with his free voice calling and data plans, today said 4G telecom coverage in India will ... Bharti Airtel MD and CEO for India and South Asia, Gopal Vittal said. “The cost of spectrum is among ... ( read original story ...)
Ericsson and Telkomcel launch 4G services in Timor Leste
Live trials of the 4G network were successfully carried out earlier this month and the services have been launched today as part of the 5th anniversary of Telkomcel’s operations in Timor Leste. This is a major milestone in Telkomcel’s business in Asia ... ( read original story ...)
Samsung, SK Telecom pull off linking test between 4G, 5G networks
Samsung is now the most valued Asian brand according to new ranking "Along with the 5G network's 3.5 GHz frequency band that provides a wider coverage, and the 28 GHz frequency band that enables ultrahigh-speed transmission, the connection with the 4G ... ( read original story ...)