Doha: Ooredoo is the leading provider of ultrafast 4G services in the Middle East, launching 4G in Qatar, Oman and Kuwait this year, a press release said.
As part of its network enhancement strategy, and commitment to delivering the leading communications technology across its footprint, Ooredoo has completed commercial launches of the 4G Mobile Broadband network in Qatar and Oman, with Kuwait set for later in 2013.
Across its footprint, Ooredoo is providing customers with the latest network technology and continuing to upgrade existing networks, tied to its vision of supporting human growth. 4G Long-Term-Evolution (LTE) is the fastest-ever Mobile Broadband network, with connection speeds that are three-to-six times as fast as 3G.
Group Chief Executive Officer of Ooredoo, Dr Nasser Marafih, said: “We are the region’s leader in delivering the ultrafast 4G mobile broadband network in 2013, as we have launched 4G services in Qatar, Oman and Kuwait. Throughout our footprint, we have been implementing our long-term strategy of network enhancement, providing the best experience for customers on our 2G, 3G or 4G networks -- and the results are already being enjoyed across the region.”
Customers in Ooredoo’s footprint have been rapidly subscribing to 4G services, driven by the popularity of more affordable smartphones and increasing need for mobile data, the release added.
Business customers have used 4G to become more efficient and flexible, while enhancing their customer service. Employees can keep on top of work duties while on the go, videoconference with colleagues and transfer large files. Meanwhile consumer customers have used 4G to stream HD video and music, browse multimedia-rich websites and update social media.
In Oman, Nawras launched 4G in February 2013, starting in the capital of Muscat. Nawras has also been strengthening the indoor coverage of its “turbocharged” 3G+ network by transmitting 3G on the 900 MHz and 2100 MHz spectrum.
Meanwhile, Wataniya Kuwait is in the middle of a 4G pilot project, with the network available in 20 heavily-trafficked locations throughout the country. Beyond the Arabian Gulf, Wataniya Maldives launched trials for the country’s first-ever 4G network in April 2013, as part of the company’s network modernisation project. And Indosat in Indonesia has received government license approval for the 900 MHz band, allowing the company to introduce 4G services when the market is ready. The Peninsula
