The deal will allow América Móvil to introduce GSM voice and GPRS/EDGE 3G data services to Colombia and Ecuador. The network will be EDGE capable from day one.
Under the terms of the contract, Nokia will supply its high-capacity, end-to-end GSM/GPRS/EDGE solution for 800 MHz mobile service, including both core network, radio access and related services. Included in the contract are Nokia UltraSite GSM/EDGE base stations, as well as the Nokia circuit-switched core network, Nokia GPRS (general packet radio service) packet-core network, and the Nokia NetActä operations support systems (OSS) solution.
The Nokia GSM/GPRS/EDGE solution chosen by América Móvil offers a fast and smooth migration path from legacy TDMA systems, helping América Móvil to extend the benefits of GSM, the world's most popular mobile technology, to all its customers. As a part of a truly global standard, the GSM path brings the incomparable benefits of global roaming and economies of scale.
Nokia currently offers several GSM/GPRS 800/1900 MHz dual-band phones and recently announced the industry's first triple-band 800/900/1900 EDGE terminal, the Nokia 6200. The prompt availability of 800 MHz phones in several price and performance categories leverages the power of the GSM standard in both economies of scale and in peak data speeds for 3G services.
"We at Nokia are delighted that America Móvil has demonstrated so strongly its commitment to the global standard of GSM and its trust in Nokia. We are excited to deliver our EDGE technology to América Móvil," said Dr. J.T. Bergqvist, Executive Vice President, Nokia Networks. "America Móvil, through its subsidiaries, is a major power in the Latin American operator market and we are very proud to become one of their strategic network vendor partners."
About América Móvil
América Móvil is the leading provider of wireless services in Latin America. It has over 32 million wireless subscribers across the continent.
About Nokia
Nokia is the world leader in mobile communications. Backed by its experience, innovation, user-friendliness and secure solutions, the company has become the leading supplier of mobile phones and a leading supplier of mobile, fixed broadband and IP networks. By adding mobility to the Internet Nokia creates new opportunities for companies and further enriches the daily lives of people. Nokia is a broadly held company with listings on six major exchanges.
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