Japanese operator KDDI has selected Ericsson as one of the prime vendors to deploy its LTE system and Evolved Packet Core network. The radio access network is based on LTE FDD.
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EE Launches Inbound LTE Roaming in UK, First Agreement with AT&T
UK’s communications company EE has announced 4G LTE roaming agreement in UK, with AT&T. EE will launch additional partnerships early next year.
Chunghwa Telecom Selects NSN for LTE
Taiwan’s operator, Chunghwa Telecom has picked Nokia Solutions and Networks as a supplier to its 4G LTE network, targeting a fast and smooth roll-out in 2014. In addition, the operator extended its existing contract with NSN as supplier of its 3G HSPA+ network to further increase the network capacity.
Sprint 4G LTE Now Available in 300 Markets Across the Country
U.S. carrier Sprint has introduced LTE in 70 new markets, which includes Green Bay, Wis; Orlando, Fla; San Diego; and St. Louis, bringing the total number of LTE markets to 300.
Slovak Telekom Launches LTE Network with Ericsson
Slovak Telekom has launched a 4G LTE network in five cities in Slovakia, more locations will follow soon. According to Ericsson, it is the sole vendor for the LTE radio network, which is based on the multi-standard RBS 6000 base station.
Alcatel-Lucent to Supply LTE, Small Cells Solution for China Telecom’s New LTE network
Alcatel-Lucent has announced that its LTE solution has been selected by China Telecom for the operator’s nationwide trial of LTE network. In addition, China Mobile is also deploying Alcatel-Lucent’s small cells solution in the TD-LTE network.
CWC Launches LTE Network in Cayman Islands
Cable & Wireless Communications (CWC) has launched LTE mobile data services in the Cayman Islands. The new service from LIME, the company’s Caribbean business, is capable of download speeds of over 100 megabits per second (mbps).
Sprint Brings Spark Coverage to Chicago
U.S. mobile operator Sprint has announced improved 3G and all-new 4G LTE network, which now includes Sprint Spark, in Chicago. According to sprint, the company undertook a massive initiative to “rip and replace” equipment from its 38,000 cell sites across the country.
Qualcomm Launches 64-bit Snapdragon Chipset with Integrated 4G LTE World Mode
Qualcomm has introduced the Snapdragon 410 chipset with integrated 4G LTE World Mode. The new Snapdragon 410 chipsets are manufactured using 28nm process technology.
AT&T Signs LTE Roaming Agreement with Rogers
AT&T has announced the launch of LTE roaming in Canada with Rogers Communications. With this agreement, AT&T customers roaming in Canada can use their existing LTE device to surf the web, download apps, upload content and more on Rogers LTE network.