MTN has brought its long term evolution (LTE) network to Port Elizabeth.
LTE is a new generation network that offers high speeds and low latencies over long distances, theoretically able to support downloads at 300Mbps or more based on experimental trials.
“To have access to a high-speed Internet access while on the move has become an essential part of our lives. Providing MTN customers with the fastest possible Internet speeds enables our customers to run their business more efficiently, engage with people from all over the world more effectively,” says Eben Albertyn, chief technology officer at MTN South Africa.
A speed test completed earlier this year found that the MTN LTE download speed was 33,89Mbps and upload speed 8,48Mbps. This means LTE customers can upload a photo in six seconds, download a song in four seconds, and a complete movie downloads in minutes.
“At MTN, we believe that broadband connectivity is the catalyst for socio-economic development. Not only will it help South Africa and the continent bridge the digital divide by bringing ICT services to rural and under-serviced areas, but it will also enable customers to access information in a more multimedia rich way than was possible before,” says Albertyn.