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optimizing Data Technology Used by Wireless Operators in Bangladesh



Wimax Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access


Banglalion (Wimax Operator)

Banglalion operates a wireless 4G mobile data network based on IEEE 802.16e standard of ITU which is popularly known as WiMAX technology under a BWA license awarded by Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC).




Qubee  (Wimax Operator)

To provide fast and uninterrupted internet, QUBEE is using latest 4G wireless solution called WiMAX technology.










EVDO Evolution-Data Optimized/ 1X CDMA


Citycell  (CDMA Operator)
Ultra (product name of Citycell internet service) is the new and upgraded package from Zoom™ high-speed wireless internet service that runs on state-of-the-art EV-DO technology, the evolution from CDMA 1X technology. You can experience download speeds of up to 512 kbps, and the Zoom™ Ultra connection enables you to access this high-speed internet by simply connecting to your laptop or desktop computer. 










EDGE Enhanced Data Rates for GSM Evolution/ GPRS General Packet Radio Service


Grameenphone  (GSM Operator)
Grameenphone has introduced a new generation high-speed Internet modem capable of supporting GPRS/EDGE/UMTS/HSDPA. This is a multi-mode wireless terminal with which you can browse Internet, send/receive messages/emails and use voice services without requiring wired connections. When-ever, where-ever you want to get online to access the internet, Grameenphone has got the coverage & right solutions that will suit you.




Banglalink  (GSM Operator)
Enjoy the power of internet now on your mobile with your pre-paid, post-paid and call & control connection too. With banglalink GPRS you can send and receive e-mails and browse the internet or download contents through your mobile. be always online even when you are out of home or office; stay updated with your work and the world around.




Robi  (GSM Operator)
GPRS/ EDGE coverage throughout the country ensures you to get high speed connectivity with the information super highway. Different Internet plans are also available for you with the best value.  




Airtel  (GSM Operator)

Airtel USB modem is the superior pc solution delivering wireless internet capability to pc, laptops and notebooks by providing edge and GPRStechnologies in a single pc card package. on an edge network, airtel modem enables connection to the internet using edge. In areas where edge services are not available, the Airtel modem enable reliable secure data connections over GRPS.





Teletalk  (GSM Operator)
We are happy to announce that, you can now use the full GPRS connectivity with your Teletalk connection. Teletalk invites you to use GPRS and browse the internet, check your mail or chat with your friend while moving.










Speed Comparison among the technologies 



Generation
Technology Name
Real world (Avg)
Theoretical (max)
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2.5G
GPRS
32-48 Kbps
15 Kbps
114 Kbps
20 Kbps
2.7G
EDGE
175 Kbps
30 Kbps
384 Kbps
60 Kbps
3G
EVDO Rev. A
1 Mbps
500 Kbps
3.1 Mbps
1.8 Mbps
4G
WiMAX
3-6 Mbps
1 Mbps
100 Mbps
56 Mbps









View of Bangladesh Market 


Wimax coverage is very much limited and need to be confirmed that whether within this location has good strength of network coverage. If you get the good strength of network, then you can enjoy the wimax speed.


EVDO network coverage is more expanding (100% mobility) than Wimax, so you can get this network in high rising building or in moving vehicle very well. Due to CDMA handset limitation and high price, most of customers are using EVDO technology in Bangladesh for their Laptop/Desktop PC rather than for their mobile phone as wap service.


Most of customer are now choosing to buy WiMAX or EVDO modems to get internet connection for their laptop/PC. However, in Bangladesh market, there are lot of EDGE/GPRS handsets available with lower price. Therefore, EDGE technology is used by mostly mobile internet users who takes day/monthly mini-packages designed by the GSM operators in here.