Globe Telecom, a leading telecommunications provider in the Philippines, is set to bolster its 5G deployment efforts across the southern islands of the country through a strategic partnership with Nokia. This collaboration aims to accelerate the rollout of 5G technology, leveraging the innovative Interleaved Passive Active Antenna Plus (IPAA+) technology.
Empowering 5G with IPAA+ Technology
Globe Telecom has joined forces with Nokia to expedite the deployment of 5G technology in the southern regions of the Philippines. Central to this initiative is the utilization of Nokia’s cutting-edge IPAA+ technology, a modular Interleaved Passive Active Antenna solution designed to streamline the 5G rollout process.
Advanced IPAA+ Deployment for Enhanced Efficiency
Nokia’s advanced IPAA+ technology boasts a lightweight, modular design that can support all 5G frequency bands within a single compact antenna, including the crucial 2.6 GHz spectrum band. This forward-looking design ensures that Globe Telecom’s investments remain future-proofed as technology continues to evolve. By implementing the IPAA+ solution, Globe Telecom is poised to expedite and simplify the rollout of both 4G and 5G networks, thereby enhancing network efficiency and performance, ultimately leading to a faster return on investment.
Addressing a Global Telecom Challenge
One of the shared challenges faced by telecommunications operators worldwide is the physical space constraints when adding antennas to existing towers and rooftops. Nokia’s IPAA+ solution addresses this challenge head-on, facilitating faster 5G deployment by effectively addressing the need for additional space on towers and rooftops for antennas. This compact and innovative solution combines 4G and 5G antennas, consequently reducing site rental costs and expediting site acquisition processes.
Successful Field Test and Global Milestone
During a field test conducted in Tantangan, South Cotabato, on the island of Mindanao, Nokia and Globe’s engineering teams achieved a significant milestone by successfully trialing a Globe Telecom-specific variant of the IPAA+. This accomplishment firmly establishes Globe Telecom as the world’s first operator to successfully test the 2.6 GHz IPAA+ variant, underlining its commitment to cutting-edge technology adoption.
A Positive Impact on Customer Experience
Globe Telecom expressed its enthusiasm for the IPAA+ deployment, noting that it addresses long-standing challenges related to site acquisition and total cost of ownership (TCO). These challenges have a direct impact on customer experience, particularly in the southern Philippines. By simplifying the rollout of 4G and 5G services, Globe Telecom expects a significant enhancement in its network capabilities, ultimately benefiting its valued customers.
The deployment of IPAA+ technology by Globe Telecom represents a significant stride in accelerating 5G deployment, improving network efficiency, and elevating the overall customer experience in the Philippines’ southern regions. As 5G continues to shape the future of connectivity, initiatives like these are pivotal in ensuring that advanced technology reaches every corner of the nation.
