SIMalliance has published an updated technical document for mobile network operators (MNOs) that specifies the integrated features required to provide optimal UICC support for LTE network and IMS services deployment.
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MTS Picks Ericsson for LTE Network Development
Russia’s mobile operator Mobile TeleSystems (MTS) has selected Ericsson to deploy the LTE network in four regions covering more than half of Russia. Under the three-year agreement and starting in Q2, 2013, Ericsson will roll out LTE in the Siberian, Ural, Volga, and Southern Federal Districts of Russia.
Aio Wireless Introduces 4G LTE Service
Aio Wireless, a wholly-owned subsidiary of AT&T, has announced the launch of no-annual contract LTE service covering more than 200 million people. Aio has also added Naples and Ft. Myers to the number of markets it serves.
Swisscom Introduces LTE Roaming for its Customers
Switzerland’s telecom operator Swisscom is now offering 4G LTE roaming its customers. From 21 June, Swisscom customers will be able to browse the Internet in South Korea with LTE.
Max Telecom Selects Nokia Siemens Networks as Main Supplier for LTE Equipment
Bulgarian telecom operator Max Telecom has picked Nokia Siemens Networks as the main vendor to provide equipment for its LTE network. Operator plans to launch LTE mobile internet services in Q4 2013.
Sprint Expands LTE Network into 22 New Cities
U.S. operator Sprint announced expansion of its 4G LTE network in 22 new cities including Miami, New Orleans, Raleigh, N.C., and Tampa, Fla. Sprint’s LTE network is now serving 110 markets nationwide and expects to provide 200 million people with LTE by the end of 2013.
Vodafone Australia Launches LTE Network
Vodafone Australia has switched on 4G LTE network in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Newcastle and Wollongong as announced earlier. Vodafone holds 2 X 20MHz contiguous spectrum and has demonstrated trial speeds up to 100Mbps earlier.
Ericsson Gets MBNL RAN Managed Services Contract
Ericsson has announced that it has been selected to manage operations and maintenance of the MBNL radio access network encompassing the Three UK and EE networks. Mobile Broadband Network Limited (MBNL) is the joint venture company owned by Three UK and EE.
ZTE Completes End-to-End VoTD-LTE Call in China Mobile’s Network
ZTE has announced completion of end-to-end voice-over TD-LTE (VoTD-LTE) call in partnership with China Mobile and Marvell Technology Group. The VoTD-LTE call was conducted on China Mobile’s network in Guangzhou.
AT&T Switches on LTE Network in New Markets
AT&T has turned on its LTE service in 22 new markets across the U.S., and expanded 4G LTE service in many existing markets. With this expansion, operator’s LTE network is now live in 261 markets.