SaskTel has expanded its 3G+ wireless network to 26 more locations across the province of Saskatchewan.
"Construction of the 3G+ network is a significant development for SaskTel and its customers in Saskatchewan," Minister responsible for SaskTel Bill Boyd said. "When the network is complete in 2011 it will be available to 98 per cent of the population."
"Our 3G+ wireless network delivers increased bandwidth, greater international roaming and a wider selection of wireless devices," SaskTel President and CEO Ron Styles said. "3G+ is the new industry standard and will enable SaskTel to make a smooth transition to future generations of wireless technology."
Tower locations have been added in :
Kelliher: provides coverage to the town of Kelliher and the surrounding area including highway 15 between Lestock and Ituna.
Langenburg: provides coverage to the town of Langenburg and the surrounding area including highway 16 approaching the Manitoba border.
Lucky Lake: provides coverage to the Lucky Lake area including highways 42 and 45.
The 3G+ network provides increased bandwidth with download speeds approximately four times faster than existing speeds (up to 21 megabits per second). It is also compatible with approximately 80 per cent of all networks across the world and international roaming customers will be able to use their SaskTel 3G+ device on 3G+ networks anywhere.
SaskTel plans to support the existing CDMA digital network for the foreseeable future to ensure that all wireless customers continue to enjoy a full selection of wireless services that best suit their needs. Customers can now choose from a wide range of devices for both the existing CDMA network and the new 3G+ network.
