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* People in Puerto Rico will be able to enjoy a superior experience in
data
applications, including internet surfing, online gaming, social media
and
video conferencing
* Deal includes Managed Services and a complete LTE radio solution with
Evolved Packet Core (EPC), Mobile Backhaul supporting Multi-Protocol
Label
Switching (MPLS)
* LTE offers a great user experience enabling all types of latency-
sensitive
and bandwidth-demanding services over the mobile network
Puerto Rico-s leading operator Open Mobile has chosen Ericsson
(NASDAQ: ERIC) to
supply, deploy and manage its nationwide network. Under the deal, Ericsson
will
roll out a complete 4G/LTE solution. Ericsson will assist the operation of
Open
Mobile newly deployed LTE network. This is Ericsson-s first full-scope
contract
for an LTE network combined with MPLS enabled Mobile Backhaul.
Frank Bell, President of Open Mobile, commented: “Being at the forefront of
broadband evolution means our customers in Puerto Rico will be the first in
Latin America to benefit from this groundbreaking technology. We appreciate
having a partner in Ericsson with proven experience and knowledge to deploy
this
first LTE network in the region. This is a key step towards bringing our
customers the fastest mobile broadband network.”
Sergio Quiroga, Head of Ericsson in Latin America, says: “We are in a
unique
position with our global LTE leadership. Having worked closely with Open
Mobile
to plan its LTE rollout, we are proud to bring the next generation of
mobile
broadband to Puerto Rico. Our world-class services and LTE network will
enable
Open Mobile to continue to deliver a superior end-user experience to its
customers.”
The contract includes radio access and core network with latest-generation
multi
standard radio base station, RBS 6000 series, MME and and Mobile Backhaul
with
MINI-LINK TN and MINI-LINK SP. The network rollout has started.
Ericsson-s global experience and vision surrounding 4G LTE were significant
reasons for selecting them as our key infrastructure partner. Our companies
have
worked closely to rapidly build a high-quality 4G LTE network said Neville
Cruz,
CTO, Open Mobile. “As we continue to roll out 4G LTE network in our
metropolitan
areas in the remainder of 2011 and early 2012, we plan to leverage
Ericsson-s
technology leadership to bring our customers an exciting mobile broadband
experience.”
As of Sept 2011, LTE is available in more than 160 devices, mainly
smartphones,
dongles, mifis, tablets and built-in modems.
Notes to editors:
LTE Achievement List
LTE Media Kit
Our multimedia content is available at the broadcast room:
Ericsson is the world-s leading provider of technology and services to
telecom
operators. Ericsson is the leader in 2G, 3G and 4G mobile technologies, and
provides support for networks with over 2 billion subscribers and has the
leading position in managed services. The company-s portfolio comprises
mobile
and fixed network infrastructure, telecom services, software, broadband and
multimedia solutions for operators, enterprises and the media industry. The
Sony
Ericsson and ST-Ericsson joint ventures provide consumers with feature-rich
personal mobile devices.
Ericsson is advancing its vision of being the “prime driver in an all-
communicating world” through innovation, technology, and sustainable
business
solutions. Working in 180 countries, more than 90,000 employees generated
revenue of SEK 203.3 billion (USD 28.2 billion) in 2010. Founded in 1876
with
the headquarters in Stockholm, Sweden, Ericsson is listed on NASDAQ OMX,
Stockholm and NASDAQ New York.
About Open Mobile
Open Mobile is a wireless company where the consumer will find a variety of
mobile phones and at the same time enjoy a purchasing process both fast and
simple. In Open Mobile the customer will find the most attractive unlimited
“Open Plans” from $35 to $55, without contracts, without credit
verification or
penalties. Only unlimited plans. Open Mobile, established on June 12, 2007,
owns
19 stores, 3 kiosks, a strong distribution chain of dealers and 175 points
of
sales. Open Mobile operates throughout the island for the benefit of the
Puerto
Rican consumer, there by opening a new era in the telecommunications market
in
Puerto Rico. For more information visit our web page
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