Riyadh – Mubasher: Etihad Etisalat (Mobily), cooperated with Ericsson, announced the introduction TDD 4x4 MIMO technology to its LTE network in the western region of Saudi Arabia.
This technology will be deployed using the state-of-the-art Ericsson Radio System and L16 network software release, according to a press release published by Mobily on Sunday.
The 4x4 MIMO technology will provide Mobily subscribers with higher data speeds, increased network capacity and an overall enhanced end-user experience, with expectations for mobile data traffic to double year-on-year.
“Ericsson’s unique 4x4 MIMO technology enables us to accelerate data speeds to a maximum of up to 220 Mbps on a 20 MHz LTE TDD carrier. Undoubtedly, this will significantly improve our customer experience, which corresponding with our strategy,” Maziad AlHarbi, chief technology officer at Mobily, said.
The statement noted that data speeds are increased using existing spectrum of the network, which provides a cost effective means to increase LTE network capacity.
“Ericsson’s 4x4 MIMO technology will give Mobily the ability to enhance its customers’ experience – and ensure higher speeds with expanded and improved app coverage,” Ali Eid, head of Ericsson Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Palestine, said.
