Collaboration significantly enhances 5G Advanced uplink speeds and network efficiency through a trial that combines multiple frequency bands with innovative features like three transmitter antennas and 2CC.
Dubai, UAE, 29 July 2024: du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), in collaboration with Nokia and MediaTek, today announced a major milestone in the integration and enhancement of 5G technologies in the Middle East and Africa (MEA). This innovative trial, a first in the region, has successfully boosted uplink (UL) performance by 70% on du’s 5G Advanced network, simultaneously offering expanded indoor coverage to premium customers.
Executed in Abu Dhabi utilizing du’s operational 5G Advanced network, the trial achieved significant advancements in UL speeds and coverage. This technology promises robust connectivity and superior network efficiency by integrating multiple frequency bands and enhancing transmission pathways, essential for high-demand applications such as video conferencing, live streaming, and substantial data uploads.
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