All 4G (LTE, 4.5G) articles – Page 13
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PremiumTelefónica plays 3G shutdown catch-up in Germany
Operator shunts forward 3G shutdown programme by a few months. Vodafone and Telekom closed their 3G networks in June 2021.
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Network & InfrastructureLopsided Scottish 4G project shows MNO divergence
After slow start, S4GI scheme now a third of the way towards meeting 2023 site rollout target. But EE remains dominant player, with site activation pipeline more than seven times as large as that of its three rivals. Signs SRN could be shunting S4GI down other MNOs’ priority lists. ...
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Network & InfrastructureTelefónica gets nod for Colombian open RAN trial
Two Telefónica projects advance to a testing phase in Colombia’s Regulatory Sandbox initiative. Open RAN project builds on Internet para Todos rollout in Latin America. SOC targets real-time network experience monitoring.
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Products & ServicesO2 continues piggyback policy with Tele Columbus deal
Fixed-line services expanded to reach a further 2.4 million homes under Tele Columbus tie-up. Deal adds to Vodafone agreement under which the O2 My Home portfolio is also offered.
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Network & InfrastructureEuropean Aviation Network charts 5G NSA flightpath
5G NR backwards compatibility with existing Evolved Packet Core main attraction over standalone variant. Allows EAN to simultaneously support existing aircraft fleets using 4G, and 5G fleets when onboard equipment becomes available.
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Network & InfrastructureJoosub fears Telkom will put spanner in SA spectrum works
Vodacom CEO hopeful that operator dialogue with ICASA can solve impasse on 4G/5G spectrum. However, Joosub thinks Telkom has a propensity to “delay or play games”.
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Suppliers & SCMTelefónica says continuity vital in 5G SA supplier selection
Operator confirms longstanding network partners Ericsson and Nokia as 5G SA radio suppliers. CTIO claims provider has the “best technology partners” that can help develop 5G “at the highest level of quality”.
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Network & InfrastructureBT accelerates Huawei swap-out and sets 2028 full 5G goal
By 2028 EE’s 5G network to reach 90% of landmass and the remainder “on-demand”. Consumer and Network-fronted event intended to stake BT’s claim for national network superiority, and development of a platform for growth. Exacting ESN connectivity demands pinned as a reason for open access caution, but accelerated Huawei ...
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Network & InfrastructureBT bags first UK customer win as neutral host provider
Bruntwood SciTech, a property provider to the science and tech sector, signs on the dotted line. EE, as part of the deal, leverages parent company’s indoor neutral host solution at Cheshire’s Alderley Park.
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PremiumElsewhere in BT Enterprise: new multichannel campaign for SMEs
All business at Enterprise with the launch of a new multichannel campaign; Street Hubs get an upgrade; and local authorities the target for future partnerships.
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Strategy & ChangeElsewhere in Telefónica Hispanomérica: Colombia FTTP drive; Telefónica Peru divests Red Digital stake
FTTP investment continues in Colombia; Telefónica exits digital transaction platform in Peru.
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Network & InfrastructureTelefónica España sticks by Ericsson, Nokia for ‘real’ 5G
Scandinavian duo reportedly selected for 5G SA rollout. No real surprise as Ericsson, Nokia already ensconced in 5G NSA RAN. Spanish government offers sweeteners for rescheduled 700MHz spectrum sale.
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Strategy & ChangeElsewhere in Germany: TDE targets 90% 5G coverage by end-2021
TDE heralds 5G and LTE rollout progress; fibre expansion continues.
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PremiumEE adopts Nokia’s SON
Operator implements Nokia’s Self-Organizing Networks software in a bid to improve customer experience on its mobile networks. Nokia hails the deal as evidence of the strength of its BT account, which is said to have taken on a “continuous development” model.
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Strategy & ChangeElsewhere in Telefónica Hispanoamérica: Internet para Todos hits milestone
IpT footprint breaks two million mark; Gilpérez to front bid for Telefónica Uruguay.
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Network & InfrastructureInternet Para Todos hits two million milestone
More than two million people now connected to ‘high-speed’ internet connectivity in Peru. 2020 target of reaching 13,000 rural communities pushed back a year. Network laying groundwork for the provision of new e-learning tech for Peruvian schoolchildren.
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Network & InfrastructureFrosty O2 and Drillisch finalise roaming deal
A new commercial arrangement with current MVNO landlord O2 Germany should enable the United Internet mobile player to forge ahead with plans for a 5G network. O2 aims to use the “significant proceeds” of the contract to accelerate its network expansion. Described neutrally as a reset of their relationship, ...
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PremiumMovistar Ecuador and CNT agree network-sharing deal
Shared network to expand 4G coverage for “Digital Ecuador” ambitions. Deal backs “asset-light” approach to development of Hispanoamérica operations.
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Premium3G sunsets accelerate amid re-farming push
After Germany and the Netherlands, more Vodafone businesses are laying out plans to repurpose 3G spectrum for 4G and 5G networks.
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Strategy & ChangeElsewhere in Telefónica Core Markets: E-Plus review closed
EC ends E-Plus review; German 5G rollout builds; UK taskforce plans for supplier diversity.