UMTS/HSDPA technology at 900 MHz spectrum makes the delivery of voice and high-speed 3G services more cost effective as compared to 2100 MHz because at lower frequencies, the propagation advantage allows for a significant increase in the area covered by a base station. This advantage translates to significant cost savings for operators and better in-building coverage to improve the overall user experience for their customers.
Deploying UMTS/HSDPA technology in 900 MHz spectrum can help mobile operators cost-effectively deliver UMTS/HSDPA services because the lower frequency provides a significant increase in the coverage area of a base station and, potentially, enables better signal penetration for in-building coverage.
UMTS 900 may help solve the 3G coverage issues in Europe, since providing full coverage at 2100 MHz is very expensive.
The financial and network advantages are numerous for operators redeploying in the 900 Mhz band currently used for 2G services. However, consumers will also find that their experience of 3G is richer and more rewarding, which will drive the development of new revenue streams for all members of the value chain in Europe.
About Huawei Technologies
Huawei Technologies is a leader in providing next generation telecommunications network solutions for operators around the world. The company is dedicated to providing innovative and customized products, services and solutions to create long-term value and potential growth for its customers. With especially strong competitive abilities and leading advantages in the new-generation UMTS/HSPA Node B, Huawei has been rising from a 3G technology leader to a market leader. As of October 2007, Huawei has won a total of 66 UMTS commercial contracts worldwide and was ranked No. 1 (32.9 percent) in new UMTS/HSPA market share in 2006. For more information, please visit http://www.huawei.com.
Deploying UMTS/HSDPA technology in 900 MHz spectrum can help mobile operators cost-effectively deliver UMTS/HSDPA services because the lower frequency provides a significant increase in the coverage area of a base station and, potentially, enables better signal penetration for in-building coverage.
UMTS 900 may help solve the 3G coverage issues in Europe, since providing full coverage at 2100 MHz is very expensive.
The financial and network advantages are numerous for operators redeploying in the 900 Mhz band currently used for 2G services. However, consumers will also find that their experience of 3G is richer and more rewarding, which will drive the development of new revenue streams for all members of the value chain in Europe.
About Huawei Technologies
Huawei Technologies is a leader in providing next generation telecommunications network solutions for operators around the world. The company is dedicated to providing innovative and customized products, services and solutions to create long-term value and potential growth for its customers. With especially strong competitive abilities and leading advantages in the new-generation UMTS/HSPA Node B, Huawei has been rising from a 3G technology leader to a market leader. As of October 2007, Huawei has won a total of 66 UMTS commercial contracts worldwide and was ranked No. 1 (32.9 percent) in new UMTS/HSPA market share in 2006. For more information, please visit http://www.huawei.com.