Press release

In Madrid today, Telefónica gave a demonstration of how real services work on a 4th generation mobile network using LTE (long term evolution) technology. This is the first time that an LTE prototype network has been connected to the real network (3G & 2G), an indication that applications could be just around the corner.

This first demo included a VOIP call and a video call using the LTE mini network installed at the HQ for this purpose by Ericsson, a video conference, and data & image download with speeds well over 140Mbps, 10 times faster than the current speed offered by the 3G network over HSPA technology.

Commitment to technological leadership and innovation is one of Telefónica’s key objectives.

About Telefónica

Telefónica is one of the world’s largest telecommunications operators by market capitalisation. Its activities are centred mainly on the fixed and mobile telephony businesses, while its broadband business is the key growth driver underpinning both.  It operates in 24 countries and has a global customer base of 260 million. Telefónica’s growth strategy is focused on the markets in which it has a strong foothold: Spain, Europe and Latin America.  Telefónica is a 100% private company, with more than 1.5 million direct shareholders.

Telefónica S.A. Contacts:

David Nicholas
Director of Communications
Telefónica Europe plc
david.nicholas@o2.com
t: +44 (0) 771 575 9176

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