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NSN Wins Sprint Deal for TDD LTE Roll-out

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Nokia Solutions and Networks has signed a new contract with Sprint for the deployment of TDD LTE across its 2.5 GHz spectrum, which will increase its high-speed data capacity as part of Sprint’s large-scale U.S. roll-out. 

Oi Brasil Selects NSN to Modernize Network Infrastructure for 4G, GSM and 3G services

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Brazil’s operator Oi Brasil has selected Nokia Solutions and Networks to supply the infrastructure for its LTE network. In addition to that, NSN will also upgrade the operator’s GSM and 3G networks across the country. 

Sprint Expands 4G Coverage Map, Adds 45 More LTE Markets

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U.S. carrier Sprint has turned on 4G LTE service in 45 more markets today. The new 4G LTE service is also now available in parts of Manhattan, Queens and Staten Island, N.Y. Earlier this year, Sprint launched its all-new network in Brooklyn and the Bronx.

TELUS Brings LTE to Orillia and Labrador City

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Canada's TELUS has launched LTE services in Orillia, Ontario and Labrador City, Newfoundland. With this expansion, operator's LTE service now covers almost 80 per cent of the Canadian population across approximately 200 markets.

Telstra and Ericsson Conduct LTE Broadcast on Live Network

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Australia's Telstra has completed the LTE Broadcast session on a commercial LTE network. Operator successfully activated and tested Ericsson's LTE Broadcast Solution on its live network with the transmission of concurrent video feeds and large files to enabled devices.

Vodafone New Zealand Expands LTE Network, Offers Free 4G

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Vodafone New Zealand has started rollout of LTE in Hamilton by switching on 4G at Waikato Stadium and Waikato Hospital and in provincial New Zealand with the launch of 4G at Coromandel holiday hotspots this week.

T-Mobile Offers 200 MB of Free 4G LTE Data Every Month to Tablet Owners

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U.S. carrier T-Mobile is offering tablet owners up to 200 MB of free 4G LTE data every month for as long as they own their tablet. Customers wanting more data can choose from a range of flexible options with no annual service contracts. 

NSN Announces Enhanced Voice Call Continuity for VoLTE, Increased LTE Data Rates

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Nokia Solutions and Networks has launched voice call continuity (VCC) to complement Voice over LTE (VoLTE) by enabling seamless handovers to 2G or 3G networks. According to company, the enhanced solution optimizes VoLTE network connection quality and control with better bearer switching and shorter delay.

Bhutan Telecom to Launch Commercial LTE Service on Oct 24

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Bhutan Telecom has announced that operator will be launching the 4G LTE service in country on 24th October 2013. Initially 4G LTE service will be available only in Thimphu in selected areas. 

Bouygues Telecom to Trial LTE in 800 MHz Band

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French mobile operator Bouygues Telecom plans to start trial of LTE 800 MHz band in early 2014 in several towns in mountain areas in close collaboration with the Mission France Very High Speed.