On such events usually say "Finally!", "Hurray, comrades!" And so on, more or less snobbish. But the theme of the deployment of 3G-networks in Russia for a long time, so there will be appropriate to comment "Well, finally!". Recently, VimpelCom announced the completion of a pilot network of UMTS 900. So far, the mere mortals to subscribers of the network will not be available, as is its primary objective, as reported in vympelkomovskom press release, "conduct tests and experimental research on electromagnetic compatibility of radio electronic facilities (REF) networks, mobile radio standard UMTS 900 c REF mobile networks radio standard GSM ». The operator intends to establish the extent influence each other UMTS network and GSM in the 900 MHz band.

As pointed out by VimpelCom, the deployment of new network of cellular mobile radio standard UMTS in the 900 MHz band will make 3G available to virtually everyone, as this would require 3-4 times fewer base stations compared with similar networks in the range of 2100 MHz. A lower frequency range of 900 MHz enables greater penetration of the signal, both indoor and dug in the area – thus the 3G will not only citizens but also the residents of areas and rural areas.

Note that now in the world already launched 14 commercial UMTS networks in the range of 900 MHz. Let us look forward to the opening of another. And the results of tests in an experimental UMTS network in the 900 MHz band will be forwarded to the State Commission for Radio Frequencies. So, perhaps, the deployment of new 3G-network "Beeline" already around the corner.

based on the press release "VimpelCom"