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| PNN | 943 |
| Work Detail | Verizon launched two- and three-channel carrier aggregation today, claiming to bring 50 percent faster peak data speeds to its customers in 461 cities. And the nation’s largest carrier plans to back the launch with an aggressive marketing campaign. Carrier aggregation uses software to combine multiple channels to increase data speeds. Verizon said it uses 700 MHz, AWS and PCS spectrum, combining two or three of the channels to deliver data over the most efficient route to devices. Verizon’s rivals are all in various stages of rolling out carrier aggregation as well. Thirty-nine devices already on Verizon’s network support the offering, the carrier said, including the Samsung Galaxy S6 and S7, Moto Droids and Apple iPhones. “Verizon LTE Advanced works like a turbocharger on an engine,” said Tami Erwin, head of operations for Verizon’s wireless unit, in a press release. “Speed boosts kick in when you need it most, with big data use. That’s when you get the big peak boost of Verizon LTE Advanced.” Verizon said it will back the launch with “a broad mass and social media campaign,” including TV commercials slated to air tonight across all major networks. |
| Country | Burundi , Eastern Africa |
| Industry | Telecommunication |
| Entry Date | 02 Sep 2016 |
| Source | http://www.fiercewireless.com/wireless/verizon-launches-2-and-3-channel-carrier-aggregation-increasing-data-speeds-by-50? |
