MPT upgrading new LTE network to 4×4 MIMO
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Myanmar Post and Telecom (MPT) has adopted 4×4 multiple input multiple output (MIMO) technology for its recently-launched 4G network covering Yangon, Mandalay and Nay Pyi Taw.
The operator is using LTE-Advanced technology capable of internet speeds of up to 150Mbps in 47 townships across the three cities.
MPT meanwhile plans to extend its LTE-Advanced network to Bago, Taunggyi, Mawlamyine, Monywa, and Patheingyi in July and to 20 other major cities the following month, the report states. The deployment is expected to cover all 30 major cities in the nation by November.
MPT announced the commencement of its LTE rollout last month after securing approval along with the market’s other operators to use 1800-MHz spectrum for 4G. The state-owned operator has partnered with Japan’s KDDI and Sumitomo for its mobile operations.
As part of its deployment, the operator is offering customers the ability to swap their existing 3G SIMs for a 4G SIM while maintaining their current phone number.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which cities currently have access to MPT's new 4G network with 4x4 MIMO technology?
Which cities currently have access to MPT's new 4G network with 4x4 MIMO technology?
MPT's recently-launched 4G network with 4x4 MIMO technology currently covers Yangon, Mandalay, and Nay Pyi Taw. These three cities have LTE-Advanced technology available in 47 townships.
Q.What is the expected maximum internet speed on MPT's LTE-Advanced network?
What is the expected maximum internet speed on MPT's LTE-Advanced network?
The LTE-Advanced technology adopted by MPT is capable of providing internet speeds of up to 150Mbps. This speed is available in the 47 townships across the three covered cities.
Q.Which companies are MPT's partners for its mobile operations?
Which companies are MPT's partners for its mobile operations?
MPT has partnered with Japan's KDDI and Sumitomo for its mobile operations. These partnerships support the state-owned operator's deployment of its LTE network.
Q.What is MPT offering customers to facilitate the move to 4G?
What is MPT offering customers to facilitate the move to 4G?
MPT is offering customers the option to swap their existing 3G SIMs for a 4G SIM. This allows them to upgrade to the new network while retaining their current phone number.
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