Singtel has announced that it is the first telco in Singapore to deploy 700 MHz spectrum, further boosting its 5G coverage nationwide. With this enhancement, Singtel’s 5G will be known as Singtel 5G+, and feature increased signal strengths of up to 40% in high-rise indoor and underground spaces, as well as in remote areas across Singapore. The low frequency spectrum can cover more ground with fewer towers, bolstering network reliability, essential for enterprises that require always-on connectivity for their operations or consumers who want to make video calls or stream content at these locations.
With the 700 MHz band, connectivity signals can travel longer distances, thus maintaining high-quality connections. This deployment enables coverage to be further extended to Singapore’s peripheral regions like Tuas, Kranji, Sungei Kadut, Changi East and Jurong Island, which include military camps, factories and warehouses, where spatial constraints limit the installation of telecommunications infrastructure.
Consumers in these areas will be able to make lag-free video calls, live stream or even play immersive games on their mobile devices more seamlessly. 5G+ also boosts enterprise productivity by enabling faster data transfer and analytics, imperative for mission-critical sectors such as healthcare, public safety and port operations.
Ng Tian Chong, Chief Executive Officer, Singtel Singapore
Today’s consumers are leading increasingly digital lifestyles, while businesses are seeking cutting-edge solutions to drive growth and innovation. Anticipating these demands, we invested ahead in achieving 5G coverage so Singapore could be a testbed for innovation and realise its Smart Nation ambitions. With 5G+, Singtel is setting a new standard in 5G connectivity that will benefit both consumers and enterprises. We will continue to explore the latest technologies to bolster our 5G+ offering to deliver enhanced digital experiences and enable more opportunities for our customers to advance.