Enhanced features and increased accessibility - OpenBTS-UMTS is 3G compatible, allowing data throughput of 384 kbit/s per user. This enhanced data speed enables Internet access and use of mobile applications on 3G-enabled handsets.
Meets global 3GPP standards - The enhancement is 3GPP-compliant (3rd Generation Partnership Project), operates on any of the 3GPP-defined UMTS frequencies and supports network and handset authentication.
Available as a controlled release - OpenBTS-UMTS is suitable for early adopters and telecommunications labs interested in testing mobile applications.
SUPPORTING QUOTE: Faith Sedlin, COO of Range Networks said: "The release of OpenBTS-UMTS is a milestone in the development of single-core, low-cost and easy-to-implement cellular networks. Enabling high-speed data and Internet capabilities is a natural progression in our strategy to apply IP networking to mobile infrastructure, and we look forward to extending these services to rural populations."
source: www.allafrica.com
