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Singapore's StarHub Plans LTE Launch Next Week
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Singapore based mobile network, StarHub has announced that it's LTE network will go live next Wednesday (19th Sept), as will upgrades to its existing 3G network.
At launch LTE service will be available in Singapore's Central Business District, as well as in Changi Airport and Singapore Expo. By the fourth quarter of 2012, StarHub will expand its LTE network to reach more than half of the island, covering key high traffic areas and suburbs. Nationwide LTE network coverage is scheduled to be completed by 2013.
To complement its LTE network, StarHub will also switch on its DC-HSPA+ mobile network in the coming weeks, doubling the current 3G downlink speed to up to 42 Mbps.
"Mobile data usage has more than doubled between 2009 and 2011, and we are seeing a fast growing demand for mobile data applications and services. We expect this growth trend to continue, and we have been devoting our resources and efforts to drive service improvements in our mobile network." said Mr Chan Kin Hung, Head of Marketing & Products, StarHub.
Tags: [starhub] [dc-hspa+] [lte] [Singapore]
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