Airtel challenges Jio, now offers 4G speed of 135 mbps
- Airtel is now offering 4G Advanced technology
- Will allow customers data speeds of up to 135 mbps
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Ahead of the impending commercial launch of Reliance Jio services, India’s largest mobile operator Bharti Airtel said it has deployed 4G Advanced technology in Mumbai that enables faster data speed and better coverage for those with 4G Advanced handsets said a report in The Indian Express.
The technology will allow customers with 4G Advanced mobile devices to enjoy data speeds of up to 135 mbps, a company release said. “The deployment will result in a superior 4G experience for Airtel customers through faster data speeds and better coverage – indoor and outdoor,” it added.
Airtel launched its 4G services in Mumbai in May 2015 on the 2,300 MHz band and recently-added capacity on the 1,800 MHz slot. Essentially, 4G Advanced will combine 2,300 MHz and 1,800 MHz bandwidth capacities to enable better spectrum utilisation and efficiency. “With the additional network capacity, customers in Mumbai can look forward to considerably improved data speeds and better coverage. We will extend the deployment of 4G Advanced in other geographies in coming months,” said Ajai Puri, director, operations (India & South Asia), Bharti Airtel.
