Cellcom launches commercial LTE Network

Regional USA operator Cellcom has launched its 4G LTE network in seven areas of Northeast and Central Wisconsin. The first phase of Cellcom’s 4G LTE rollout includes cell sites in Green Bay, Sturgeon Bay, Appleton, Oshkosh, Wausau, and parts of Oconto and Marinette Counties. 

Anatel to Raise BRL3.8bn from 4G Auction

Brazilian telecom regulator Anatel expects to raise a minimum BRL3.8 billion (USD 2 billion) with auction of mobile frequencies in the 2.5GHz and 450MHz bands. Anatel says that 2.5GHz spectrum is to be used for LTE mobile services while 450MHz spectrum will be used to expand the coverage of voice and data (broadband internet) services… Continue reading Anatel to Raise BRL3.8bn from 4G Auction

Optus Switches on LTE Network in Newcastle and Hunter Region

Australian operator Optus has activated its 4G LTE network for select customers across Greater Newcastle, as well as in Port Stephens, the Hunter Valley and Lake Macquarie areas. Operator is initially offering these 4G services to select customers for free, in exchange for their feedback on network performance and device capability.

Clearwire TDD-LTE Initial Market Launches Scheduled for Early 2013

US carrier Clearwire has planned TDD-LTE Network for high demand “Hot Zones” in 31 Markets. New York City, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Seattle will be among the 31 cities where the company will launch its LTE network during the first half of 2013. The company will announce the additional cities where it will… Continue reading Clearwire TDD-LTE Initial Market Launches Scheduled for Early 2013

Telstra to Expand LTE Services in Newcastle

Australian Telco Telstra is set to expand LTE roll-out in Newcastle which will see 4G mobile coverage extending into a number of new suburbs in the coming months. The upcoming expansion would bring 4G coverage to suburbs such as Broadmeadow, Callaghan, Georgetown, Jesmond, Kotara East, Lambton, Mayfield, Mayfield West, Waratah and Waratah West.

China Mobile to Offer LTE in Hong Kong

China Mobile’s  Hong Kong unit CMHK is launching 4G LTE mobile data services on April 25. In addition operator has also announced a new Hong Kong- China cross-border data sharing plan to provide users the convenience and flexibility of a single number and data price plan in Hong Kong and when roaming in mainland China.

Verizon to Launch LTE Network in 27 New Markets on April 19

Verizon Wireless is introducing its 4G LTE network in 27 new markets and expanding in 44 markets on April 19. Operator claims that with this expansion, Verizon’s LTE network  will cover more than two-thirds of the U.S. population in 230 markets across the United States. By the end of 2012, the Verizon Wireless plans to… Continue reading Verizon to Launch LTE Network in 27 New Markets on April 19