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Mid East Info
17 hours ago
- Business
- Mid East Info
Nokia, e& and MediaTek achieve multi-gigabit speeds with six-component carrier aggregation - Middle East Business News and Information
First use of 400 MHz mid-band spectrum in the region on e&'s commercial network Enables e& UAE to maximize existing spectrum assets and strengthen its position as the world's fastest mobile network Powered by Nokia's Massive MIMO radios and baseband solutions, validated end-to-end with MediaTek's flagship 5G device Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Nokia, in collaboration with e& UAE, the flagship telecommunications arm of e& in the UAE, and MediaTek, today announced the Middle East's first successful demonstration of six-component carrier (6CC) aggregation in 5G Standalone (SA). The trial combined 400 MHz of e& UAE's 5G mid-band spectrum, unlocking multi-gigabit peak throughput rates that would allow subscribers to download UHD movies in seconds. For e& UAE, the milestone further solidifies its position as the world's fastest mobile network while future-proofing radio access network investments. The trial utilized e& UAE's commercial spectrum across 3.5 GHz, 2.6 GHz, 2.1 GHz and 1.8 GHz bands and delivered a throughput of 5.8 Gbps. Nokia supplied its latest high-capacity equipment from the AirScale portfolio, including Habrok 64 Massive MIMO radios, dual-band radios, baseband solutions and carrier aggregation software. MediaTek provided a prototype smartphone powered by its flagship 5G chipset, which supports 6CC carrier aggregation. Mark Atkinson, Senior Vice President and Head of Radio Access Networks at Nokia, said: 'Together with our long-standing partners, e& and MediaTek, Nokia is once again pushing the limits of technology by aggregating six mid-band component carriers. Our industry-leading carrier aggregation solutions help maximize 5G performance with existing spectrum assets, paving the path to Advanced 5G. Multi-gigabit speeds are a true game-changer for end-user experience in the UAE's competitive market for both consumers and enterprises.' Abdulrahman Al Humaidan – Vice President Access Network at e& UAE, said: 'Aggregating six mid-band carriers lets us squeeze every bit of performance out of the spectrum that we have available for 5G. This breakthrough shows that 5G Advanced isn't a distant vision, but a concrete enabler for multi-gigabit speeds across the UAE without waiting for new frequencies. Working with Nokia and MediaTek, we now have a clear blueprint for scaling this capability nationwide.' He added: '5G is redefining what's possible — from ultra-fast downloads to real-time connectivity that powers everything from mobile streaming to smart cities. At e&, we're pushing the boundaries of 5G performance to ensure people across the country experience the full potential of next-generation speed and reliability. This isn't just about faster connections — it's about enabling the UAE's digital future.' Nokia and e& UAE are paving the way for future enhancements to 5G networks by providing the critical technology foundation that supports the growing demand for data and digital services in the region. HC Hwang, General Manager of Wireless Communication System and Partnership at MediaTek said: 'Successfully completing the 6CC carrier aggregation trial in partnership with e& and Nokia marks a significant leap forward in 5G technology advancement. This achievement, conducted on our new M90 modem platform, underscores MediaTek's commitment to pushing download speeds, enhancing network performance, and delivering unparalleled connectivity.' About Nokia: At Nokia, we create technology that helps the world act together. As a B2B technology innovation leader, we are pioneering networks that sense, think and act by leveraging our work across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. In addition, we create value with intellectual property and long-term research, led by the award-winning Nokia Bell Labs, which is celebrating 100 years of innovation. With truly open architectures that seamlessly integrate into any ecosystem, our high-performance networks create new opportunities for monetization and scale. Service providers, enterprises and partners worldwide trust Nokia to deliver secure, reliable and sustainable networks today – and work with us to create the digital services and applications of the future. About e&: e& is a global technology group committed to advancing the digital future across markets in the Middle East, Asia, Africa and Europe. With the group's financial performance in 2023 showing a consolidated net revenue of AED 53.8 billion and a net profit of AED 10.3 billion, e& continues to maintain its position as a financial powerhouse, reflected by its strong credit rating and solid balance sheet. Founded in Abu Dhabi over 48 years ago, e& has evolved from a telecom pioneer into a technology group. Its footprint now spans 38 countries, offering a comprehensive portfolio of innovative digital services ranging from advanced connectivity, entertainment, streaming and financial services to AI-powered solutions, cloud computing, ICT, cybersecurity and IoT platforms. The Group is structured around five core business pillars: e& UAE, e& international, e& life, e& enterprise and e& capital, each catering to distinct customer and market needs. These pillars empower e& to lead in various sectors, from telecom and digital lifestyle to enterprise services and venture investments. The ongoing strategic investments in AI, IoT, 5G and cloud services reinforce its leadership in the global technology landscape, driving the future of smart connectivity and innovation. Driven by innovation, sustainability and a commitment to digital empowerment, e& is set on creating a smarter, more connected future for individuals, businesses and communities. About e& UAE: e& UAE embodies the telecom arm of e& in the UAE, with a mission to maximise stakeholder value, deliver an unparalleled customer experience and optimise business performance for sustainable growth and success. Leveraging the latest world-class technologies, e& UAE will grow core and digital services, enriching consumer value propositions with digital services catering to new consumer lifestyles and emerging demands beyond core telecom services, including health, insurance and gaming. e& UAE will continue to act as a trusted partner to enterprises in meeting their connectivity needs and beyond. Bolstering its leadership position as a digital telco that champions customers in a hyper-connected digital world, e& UAE will pivot the new sustainable demand into future spaces such as private networks, autonomous vehicles, and AI.
Mid East Info
17 hours ago
- Business
- Mid East Info
Leading technology to deliver high-performance connectivity Zain KSA Among the First in the Middle East to Activate 600 MHz Band
Zain KSA has launched the first phase of its commercial deployment of 5G Standalone (5G-SA) over the 600 MHz band. Full-scale commercial rollout in Riyadh and Jeddah is scheduled during the fourth quarter of 2025, to be followed by a phased expansion extending high-quality internet services across major cities, secondary cities, and the roads connecting them. The commercial deployment of 5G-SA services using low-band spectrum sets a new standard for enhancing nationwide coverage and enabling next-generation connectivity. Zain KSA had acquired 30MHz in the 600MHz band in the Communication, Space, and Technology Commission (CST) spectrum auction of November 2024. Eng. Mohammad bin Abdulaziz Al Nujaidi, Zain KSA Chief Technology Officer, commented on the milestone: 'Activating our 5G SA network on the low-band spectrum marks a major leap forward for the Kingdom's digital ambitions. This deployment significantly extends our 5G coverage, ensuring our customers enjoy uninterrupted, high-performance connectivity. With this ever-evolving, future-ready infrastructure, Zain KSA reinforces its role as an enabler of innovation, empowering businesses and communities to continue to thrive.' Through the low-band 5G-SA, Zain KSA supports broader adoption of advanced digital services and innovative user experiences, from HD video calls and cloud applications to ultra-responsive mobile gaming and IoT innovation. This strategic deployment lays the foundation for advanced 5G-SA capabilities, including Voice over New Radio (VoNR), RedCap device support, and Network Slicing, unlocking new investment opportunities in the business and consumer sectors. These advancements strengthen Zain KSA's 5G ecosystem as an enabler of nationwide innovation and a catalyst of the Kingdom's digital transformation, contributing to the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.
Zawya
20 hours ago
- Business
- Zawya
Zain KSA among the first in the Middle East to activate 600 MHz band
Zain KSA has launched the first phase of its commercial deployment of 5G Standalone (5G-SA) over the 600 MHz band. Full-scale commercial rollout in Riyadh and Jeddah is scheduled during the fourth quarter of 2025, to be followed by a phased expansion extending high-quality internet services across major cities, secondary cities, and the roads connecting them. The commercial deployment of 5G-SA services using low-band spectrum sets a new standard for enhancing nationwide coverage and enabling next-generation connectivity. Zain KSA had acquired 30MHz in the 600MHz band in the Communication, Space, and Technology Commission (CST) spectrum auction of November 2024. Eng. Mohammad bin Abdulaziz Al Nujaidi, Zain KSA Chief Technology Officer, commented on the milestone: 'Activating our 5G SA network on the low-band spectrum marks a major leap forward for the Kingdom's digital ambitions. This deployment significantly extends our 5G coverage, ensuring our customers enjoy uninterrupted, high-performance connectivity. With this ever-evolving, future-ready infrastructure, Zain KSA reinforces its role as an enabler of innovation, empowering businesses and communities to continue to thrive.' Through the low-band 5G-SA, Zain KSA supports broader adoption of advanced digital services and innovative user experiences, from HD video calls and cloud applications to ultra-responsive mobile gaming and IoT innovation. This strategic deployment lays the foundation for advanced 5G-SA capabilities, including Voice over New Radio (VoNR), RedCap device support, and Network Slicing, unlocking new investment opportunities in the business and consumer sectors. These advancements strengthen Zain KSA's 5G ecosystem as an enabler of nationwide innovation and a catalyst of the Kingdom's digital transformation, contributing to the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.
Scottish Sun
11-06-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Over 27 MILLION Brits receive huge mobile upgrade for free as Vodafone and Three announce raft of changes for customers
Newly-merged network reveals the future for five brands that rely on their 5G UP TO SPEED Over 27 MILLION Brits receive huge mobile upgrade for free as Vodafone and Three announce raft of changes for customers MILLIONS of Vodafone and Three customers are set for a huge boost to their mobile signal as the newly-merged mega network reveals its £11billion grand plans. A major improvement to services will start for more than seven million users of Three and its budget sub-brand SMARTY in just two weeks time. 2 The £16.5billion tie-up makes VodafoneThree the UK's biggest mobile network Credit: Alamy 2 Both brands will continue to co-exist - but there are some changes coming Credit: PA Customers will receive a 20 per cent average speed uplift on 4G. And within a few months, 27million mobile subscribers across both Vodafone and Three will benefit from better signal with shared access across both networks at no extra cost, the new joint VodafoneThree firm claims. This will eradicate dreaded "not spots" from 16,500 sq/km of the country – the equivalent to 10x the size of London. VodafoneThree has confirmed that its various brands will remain separate. This not only includes Vodafone and Three, but also VOXI, SMARTY and Talkmobile which piggyback on their network kit. However, Vodafone will be the only brand for business customers. "A new era of connectivity has begun," said Max Taylor, CEO of VodafoneThree. "We will connect every nation, every community, in every corner of the UK. "We will build the UK's best 5G network with an unprecedented £11bn privately funded infrastructure project, laying the digital foundation for our country's growth ambitions." The network is pledging to bring 99.95 per cent of the population 5G Standalone - the fastest version of 5G speed around - by 2034. Brits will always have mobile phone & internet signal at home after tech breakthrough that beats Elon Musk's Starlink And by this time next year, bosses are planning to launch trials of space-based satellite mobile network coverage too to eliminate even more "not spots". Chancellor Rachel Reeves said: "I'm delighted that this huge investment is being made in mobile phone network infrastructure, better connecting people with families, loved ones and work by providing stronger, more widespread 5G coverage." BROADBAND SHAKE-UP Changes are afoot for broadband services too. Three's brand will disappear from its mobile broadband over the next 12 months and brought together with Vodafone's Full Fibre, all under the Vodafone name. The firm has announced a new partnership with Community Fibre on top of existing deals with CityFibre and Openreach. Two extra customer care centres are opening in Belfast and Sheffield as well, bringing 400 jobs back to the UK. Vodafone and Three both operate their own stores across the country but the company says it has "no planned retail redundancies". The £16.5billion tie-up makes VodafoneThree the UK's biggest mobile network.
The Irish Sun
11-06-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Over 27 MILLION Brits receive huge mobile upgrade for free as Vodafone and Three announce raft of changes for customers
MILLIONS of Vodafone and Three customers are set for a huge boost to their mobile signal as the newly-merged mega network reveals its £11billion grand plans. A major improvement to services will start for more than seven million users of Three and its budget sub-brand SMARTY in just two weeks time. 2 The £16.5billion tie-up makes VodafoneThree the UK's biggest mobile network Credit: Alamy 2 Both brands will continue to co-exist - but there are some changes coming Credit: PA Customers will receive a 20 per cent average speed uplift on 4G. And within a few months, 27million mobile subscribers across both Vodafone and Three will benefit from better signal with shared access across both networks at no extra cost, the new joint VodafoneThree firm claims. This will eradicate dreaded "not spots" from 16,500 sq/km of the country – the equivalent to 10x the size of London. VodafoneThree has confirmed that its various brands will remain separate. Read more about mobiles This not only includes Vodafone and Three, but also VOXI, SMARTY and Talkmobile which piggyback on their network kit. However, Vodafone will be the only brand for business customers. "A new era of connectivity has begun," said Max Taylor, CEO of VodafoneThree. "We will connect every nation, every community, in every corner of the UK. Most read in Tech "We will build the UK's best 5G network with an unprecedented £11bn privately funded infrastructure project, laying the digital foundation for our country's growth ambitions." The network is pledging to bring 99.95 per cent of the population 5G Standalone - the fastest version of 5G speed around - by 2034. Brits will always have mobile phone & internet signal at home after tech breakthrough that beats Elon Musk's Starlink And by this time next year, bosses are planning to launch trials of space-based satellite mobile network coverage too to eliminate even more "not spots". Chancellor BROADBAND SHAKE-UP Changes are afoot for broadband services too. Three's brand will disappear from its mobile broadband over the next 12 months and brought together with Vodafone's Full Fibre, all under the Vodafone name. The firm has announced a new partnership with Community Fibre on top of existing deals with CityFibre and Two extra customer care centres are opening in Vodafone and Three both operate their own stores across the country but the company says it has "no planned retail redundancies". The £16.5billion tie-up makes VodafoneThree the UK's biggest mobile network. WILL PRICES RISE? Analysis by Jamie Harris, Assistant Technology and Science Editor at The Sun All these changes sound pretty exciting - but most customers will be wondering if it will cost them more. VodafoneThree says its mobile network boost comes at "no extra cost". And bosses have insisted as much to get the deal over the line for months. Vodafone's CEO Margherita Della Valle told BBC Radio 4's Today programme in December that the merger would cause "no extra costs from public funding and no extra cost for our customers". The company has had to agree to a number of legally binding commitments to win the approval of the competition regulator CMA. One of those was a cap on "selected mobile tariffs and data plans" for three years. As things stand Vodafone, Three and sub-brands VOXI, SMARTY and Talkmobile, will continue to sell their own mobile products, so it shouldn't result in less choice or competition.
