Tele2 talks maximizing unlicensed spectrum
In this interview, we talked about the role of Wi-Fi and LTE unlicensed in enabling mobile operators use the 5 GHz band. Joachim Horn, EVP and group CTO at Tele 2, talked about the crucial role that Wi-Fi plays today and that will continue to have, while at the same time expanding the use of the 5 GHz in public spaces using LTE unlicensed in the future.
Tele2 operates in nine European countries and has 14 million subscribers, that is seeing a fast transition to LTE and a heavy use of Wi-Fi in its network (70% of data traffic goes through Wi-Fi). “We are a fast mover and a challenger. Our tagline is “We deliver what you need, but for less.” We are always looking for how can we get more efficient in order to give our customers a better service,” told us Joachim.
Why bother with LTE unlicensed when Wi-Fi is already doing a great job? According to Joachim, “LTE unlicensed will be much more efficient in terms of coordination also with the licensed bands, and generate a much better user experience. Why do we need that? Because 70% to 80% of usage happens indoors, in particular when it comes to broadband.”
Read the full interview or watch the video to find out more about Tele2 approach to leveraging the 5 GHz band with Wi-Fi and LTE unlicensed.
This conversation will be included in the Senza Fili report “LTE Unlicensed and Wi-Fi: Moving Beyond Coexistence ” that will be published in May 2015. If you would like to receive a complimentary copy of the report, please click here and you will be among the first to receive the report when it is finalized.