Ooredoo Myanmar launches 4G services
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Ooredoo Myanmar has become the nation’s first operator to launch 4G services as part of a staged rollout.
The operator has introduced 4G in parts of Yangon, NayPyiTaw and Mandalay, according to an FAQ on the company’s website.
The company plans to cover half of Yangon’s townships, around 90% of NayPyiTaw’s townhips and all of Mandalay with the service.
Over the next couple of months, Ooredoo Myanmar plans to upgrade around a quarter of its more than 3800 cell sites to 4G.
But further rollouts will require more spectrum and cell sites, according to CEO Rene Maza. Ooredoo Myanmar plans to continue to expand its 4G network as it acquires these assets.
Myanmar’s new Ministry of Transport and Communications recently revealed plans to auction 2600-MHz spectrum as part of its 100-day plan.
Ooredoo Myanmar is offering 4G services at the same price as its existing 3G offerings.
The operator’s main rival Telenor Myanmar is also gearing up to launch 4G services following successful tests in Yangon, Mandalay, Myawaddy and Muse.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which areas in Myanmar can currently access Ooredoo's new 4G services?
Which areas in Myanmar can currently access Ooredoo's new 4G services?
Ooredoo Myanmar has launched 4G services in parts of Yangon, NayPyiTaw, and Mandalay. The company intends to cover half of Yangon's townships, about 90% of NayPyiTaw's townships, and all of Mandalay with the service.
Q.What is Ooredoo Myanmar's strategy for expanding its 4G network further?
What is Ooredoo Myanmar's strategy for expanding its 4G network further?
Ooredoo Myanmar plans to upgrade about a quarter of its over 3800 cell sites to 4G in the coming months. Further expansion will depend on acquiring more spectrum and additional cell sites, according to CEO Rene Maza.
Q.How will the cost of Ooredoo's new 4G services compare to its existing 3G offerings?
How will the cost of Ooredoo's new 4G services compare to its existing 3G offerings?
Ooredoo Myanmar is providing its 4G services at the same price point as its current 3G offerings. This means customers should not expect an increase in cost for the faster service.
Q.Is Ooredoo Myanmar the only operator preparing to launch 4G services in the country?
Is Ooredoo Myanmar the only operator preparing to launch 4G services in the country?
No, Ooredoo Myanmar's main competitor, Telenor Myanmar, is also getting ready to launch 4G services. Telenor has already conducted successful tests in Yangon, Mandalay, Myawaddy, and Muse.
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