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IMT-Advanced

Latest Status & Update of LTE Advanced

4G LTE

Originally, when the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) determined what was considered 4G, LTE, WiMAX, and HSPA+ did not make the cut. However, operators began using ‘4G’ term for LTE WiMAX and HSPA+ as they started commercial roll outs, making ITU to reconsider its position.

ITU Calls for Quick Deployment of IMT-Advanced Networks

Dr Hamadoun Touré, ITU Secretary General

ITU wants mobile operators worldwide to quickly deploy IMT-Advanced based mobile broadband network. In addition it is also urging governments to slash or even abolish onerous taxes on ICT equipment and services that could stifle the future growth of the mobile sector.

IMT-Advanced Specifications Agreed at ITU Radio Assembly

Specifications for next-generation mobile technologies – IMT-Advanced – have been agreed at the ITU Radiocommunication Assembly currently meeting in Geneva.

Mobile Broadband Explosion: 3GPP Broadband Evolution to IMT-Advanced

This 4G Americas white paper explains the evolution of 3GPP technologies and the ITU roadmap that leads to IMT-Advanced and beyond.

India: TRAI Releases Consultation Paper on IMT-Advanced

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has released a consultation paper on IMT- Advanced Mobile Wireless Broadband Services.

Transition to 4G: 3GPP Broadband Evolution to IMT-Advanced

This Rysavy’s report explains and analyzes the evolution of EDGE, HSPA enhancements, 3GPP LTE, the capabilities of these technologies and their position relative to other primary competing technolo