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T-Mobile Introduces Voice over LTE in Seattle

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T-Mobile

U.S. carrier T-Mobile has launched Voice over LTE (VoLTE) service in the Seattle area. Operator is initially offering VoLTE service over existing LG G Flex and Samsung Galaxy Note 3 and Galaxy Light devices. 

ZTE Supports Algérie Télécom’s FDD LTE Infrastructure in 14 Provinces

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ZTE

ZTE has announced that the company, as one of the main solution providers for Algérie Télécom’s FDD-LTE network, is responsible for the infrastructure in 14 provinces, including the capital city Alger.

Bouygues Telecom Selects Voice over LTE from Ericsson for its 4G Network in France

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French mobile service provider Bouygues Telecom has chosen Ericsson to launch VoLTE services to its live, commercial 4G/LTE network in France. The service will provide HD (high definition) voice conversations and enriched IP-based communication services such as video calling over LTE. 

Algérie Télécom, Nokia Announce Commercial LTE Network Deployment in Algeria

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NSN Flexi BTS

Nokia has deployed commercial LTE network in Algeria for the state-owned operator, Algérie Télécom. Under the contract, Nokia provided its Single RAN Advanced solution based on its Flexi Multiradio 10 Base Station for the LTE network. 

Alcatel-Lucent Signs Global Frame Agreement with Telenor Group on LTE Networks

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Alcatel-Lucent

Alcatel-Lucent and Telenor Group have signed a global frame agreement making Alcatel-Lucent a candidate provider for 4G LTE networks to the subsidiaries in 13 countries in Europe and Asia.

SingTel Launches Full-Featured Voice over LTE Service

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SingTel

Singapore's mobile operator SingTel has unveiled 4G ClearVoice, a commercial full-featured Voice over LTE (VoLTE) service, in collaboration with Samsung and Ericsson. Operator's VoLTE service offers full suite of telephony features such as call waiting and forwarding on the 4G network.

LIME and Ericsson Complete LTE Roll-out in Cayman Islands

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Ericsson MINI-LINK

Cable & Wireless Communications (trading as LIME) has completed the roll-out of its new 4G LTE network in Cayman Islands. The network was installed by Ericsson as sole supplier, covering 100% of the islands. Ericsson has also expanded LIME’s existing HSPA network, which now covers 100% of the islands. 

Globecomm Adds Two New Carriers to Hosted LTE Solution

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Communications solutions provider Globecomm has announced that Adams NetWorks, Inc. (Adams) and Chariton Valley have commercially launched 4G LTE services to their customers leveraging Globecomm’s Hosted LTE solutions.

AT&T to Launch HD Voice on LTE Network in Select Markets

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US carrier AT&T plans to introduce High Definition (HD) Voice on an all-IP, Voice Over LTE (VoLTE) network in select markets beginning May 23. 

Initially, HD Voice from AT&T will be available in select areas in Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota and Wisconsin

Telstra, Ericsson Demonstrate 450Mbps Speed with LTE Advanced Carrier Aggregation

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Australian mobile operator Telstra has announced successful live demonstration of 450Mbps network speed using LTE Advanced Carrier Aggregation across a trial combination of 1800MHz and 2600MHz bands.