TeliaSonera launches 4G in Stockholm and Oslo
The very first operator in the world, Finnish TeliaSonera has launched its 4G services commercially to customers in Stockholm, Sweden and Oslo, Norway. The event took place on November 14th. At the same time Sonera opened Finland's first genuine 4G connection.
4G opens up new possibilities for customers to use and enjoy services on their laptops. These services include ones which require high transmission speed and capacity, such as advanced web TV broadcasting, extensive online gaming and web conference services.
The two pioneering 4G city networks cover the central city areas of Stockholm and Oslo and will be used for mobile broadband. 4G is the fastest mobile technology available on the market, with speeds up to ten times higher than today's turbo 3G HSPA-technology.
Finland's first 4G-connection was opened in Vallila, Helsinki. The 2,6 GHz frequencies intended for 4G services were allocated in an auction which ended on November 23rd in Finland.
Sonera's aim is to begin 4G piloting with its first client during the first quarter of 2010. The future schedule of 4G will be determined according to the market situation, potential clientele and availability of terminals.
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