NEW DUAL MODE SAMSUNG HANDSETS TO SUPERCHARGE OPTUS' 4G NETWORK

Optus welcomes Samsung’s exciting announcement of the world’s first dual mode LTE commercial devices capable of seamless TDD-LTE (Time Division Duplex) and FDD-LTE (Frequency Division Duplex) handover.

Samsung conducted testing of the dual band TDD/FDD-LTE versions of the GALAXY S4 mini and GALAXY S4 handsets on the Optus network in Australia.

“Optus is pleased to partner with Samsung on this world-first with the rollout of our new superfast 4G TDD-LTE network* in Australia. These new smartphones will open up access to significantly more 4G capacity, allowing Optus customers to do more on their phone in more places,” said Rohan Ganeson, Managing Director Sales, Optus.

Optus’ development of new mobile sites, as well as upgrades to existing sites across metro locations will consist of combined TDD-LTE and FDD-LTE technologies, so customers with dual mode 4G devices can access Optus’ superfast 4G network in more places.

“Optus has been a world leader in pioneering an integrated multi-band 4G network, including TDD-LTE technology, so that our customers enjoy more choice and a better 4G experience. We are proud to be the first telecommunications carrier in the world to support Samsung’s devices with seamless TDD/FDD-LTE handover technology on our network, giving quicker access to leading technology for those who choose Optus,” Mr Ganeson said.

The Samsung dual mode GALAXY S4 is scheduled to be available on the Optus network from September, with Samsung GALAXY S4 mini commercial availability to be announced shortly.

* Optus TDD-LTE network is currently available in Canberra and will be progressively rolled out across Australian metropolitan centres over the next year.

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