CHICAGO, United States—U.S. Cellular said it intends to deploy CDMA 1x technology in all its markets beginning early next year. The carrier currently uses CDMA in approximately one-third of its markets and TDMA in the remaining two-thirds.
“After reviewing all other technologies currently available, we remain convinced that CDMA is the right path for our customers,” said Richard Goehring, executive vice president and chief technology officer for U.S. Cellular. “Our investment in CDMA will significantly increase network capacity, reduce future capital outlays and enable us to provide data capacity very quickly.”
U.S. Cellular said it expects to spend around US$450 million during the next three years on the deployment.
