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ZTE Corporation: ZTE achieves downlink speed of 130Mbps with its TD-LTE networkShenzhen, China, Dec 10, 2009 (M2 PRESSWIRE via COMTEX) -- ZTE Corporation ("ZTE") (H share stock code: 0763.HK / A share stock code: 000063.SZ), a leading global provider of telecommunications equipment and network solutions, today announced that it has successfully demonstrated its TD-LTE network technology and achieved a downlink speed of 130Mbps, the highest level in the industry. ZTE is the first company to reach the theoretical limit of TD-LTE throughput in downlink. Utilising third-part terminal testing tools, ZTE conducted the tests using ZTE system products including EPC, eNodeB, etc in Guangzhou in November. ZTE has created a simple and smooth transition path for operators to move to LTE through its mature and stable SDR Base Stations. Networks can be upgraded from TD-SCDMA to TD-LTE or to TD-S/TD-LTE dual-mode through a simple software upgrade, saving operators time and money. There are currently more than 200,000 sets of ZTE SDR products running throughout the world, including in China mainland, Hong Kong, India, Chile and other countries. ZTE's SDR platform Base Station was honoured with a prestigious nomination by GSMA Global Mobile Award for the Best Network Technology In May 2010, ZTE and China Mobile will jointly deploy a TD-LTE network at the Expo News Centre for the World Expo Shanghai 2010. The TD-LTE network will provide high-speed wireless network services, enabling staff and reporters around the world to experience the excellent voice, video and data services of LTE technology during the World Expo. Based on ZTE's continuous investment and development in the TD-SCDMA field, ZTE has made great advancements in the TD-LTE field. During a TD-LTE proof of concept (PoC) test organised by China Mobile, Vodafone and the Ministry of Industry and Information (MII), ZTE scored many of the top marks in the industry testing. As the first vendor globally to report testing results for LTE TDD IODT technology to the Long Term Evolution/System Architecture Evolution Trial Initiative (LSTI) in September 2009, ZTE is effectively driving the development of IODT between the TD-LTE industry and chip manufacturers. ZTE has more than 2,000 engineers and experts dedicated to the innovation and network development of LTE technology. ZTE is a leading pioneer in LTE terminal research and development, working with operators in driving the global adoption of LTE technology. About ZTE ZTE is a leading global provider of telecommunications equipment and network solutions. It has the widest and most complete product range in the world - covering virtually every sector of the wireline, wireless, service and terminals markets. The company delivers innovative, custom-made products and services to over 500 operators in more than 140 countries, helping them to achieve continued revenue growth and to shape the future of the world's communications. ZTE commits around 10% of its annual turnover to research and development and takes a leading role in a wide range of international bodies developing emerging telecoms standards. ZTE leads China's 3G industry with about 30% share of the total 3G equipment market in 2008. A company with sound corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives, ZTE is a member of the UN Global Compact that strictly adheres to the Ten Principles of the Global Compact in developing and carrying out CSR programs. ZTE is China's only listed telecoms manufacturer, with shares publicly traded on both the Hong Kong and Shenzhen Stock Exchanges (H share stock code: 0763.HK / A share stock code: 000063.SZ). CONTACT: Jemma Mahon, AxiCom cohn&wolfe Tel: +44 (0)20 8392 4078 Fax: +44 (0)20 8392 4055 Tel: +44 (0)7595 781 691 e-mail: [email protected] WWW: http://www.axicom.com ZTE WWW: http://www.zte.com.cn ((M2 Communications disclaims all liability for information provided within M2 PressWIRE. Data supplied by named party/parties. Further information on M2 PressWIRE can be obtained at http://www.presswire.net on the world wide web. Inquiries to [email protected]. |