11 Nov Telstra Unveils World First LTE Advanced Wi Fi Modem
Telstra have announced the launch of a new Wi-Fi 4G LTE Advanced Modem, which they state is one of the first devices globally to support a LTE-Advanced network.
The LTE-Advanced network uses a process called carrier aggregation, which combines Telstra’s 1800MHz and the 900MHz (old 2G network) spectrum bands together. This creates a broader channel through which more data can be pushed, with the use of the lower 900MHz spectrum extending the reach and performance of the 4G signal within buildings.
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Telstra’s Director of Devices, Andew Volard states that the Telstra Wi-Fi 4G Advanced is the company’s most sophisticated mobile broadband product. Indeed, “the Telstra Wi-Fi 4G Advanced is notable for being one of the world’s first LTE Advanced-compatible products and it will operate in this mode in some locations where we have a lower 4G band in place for coverage or capacity,” Volard said in a media statement.
The 2.4 inch touch screen allows users to manage settings without a PC or web browser, making it easier to use. It also features an on-screen data meter integrated with Telstra’s online billing system, with the 25oomAh battery providing up to 10 hours of active usage. To boost speed, the modem uses dual antennas through a technology called MIMO. The Wi-Fi 4G Advanced modem can connect up to 10 Wi-Fi enabled devices at a time.
While the LTE-A network is still being tested (with Telstra pinning the roll out for 2014), the device also supports Telstra current 4G LTE network.
Phonenomena expects stock to arrive later this week.
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