Qualcomm says that it has signed an agreement with Malaysian WiMAX network operator, Asiaspace to explore future deployment of Long Term Evolution Time Division Duplex (LTE TDD) technology in Malaysia.

"Asiaspace looks forward to working with Qualcomm in examining the technological and commercial opportunities presented by LTE TDD," said Datuk Abdul Ghani Bin Abdullah. "Our vision is to offer the best wireless experience to the customer - regardless of the type of technology. We believe that LTE TDD technology will best serve the highly vibrant and mobile society Malaysia represents by allowing us to stay within the boundaries of mainstream wireless technologies and interoperate with 3G and 2G networks. As a business, Asiaspace will be able to enjoy the cost benefits of scale and tap into the massive subscriber base that already exists within the cellular mobile world."

"Qualcomm is pleased to be in discussions with Asiaspace to explore the deployment of a LTE TDD network in Malaysia," said John Stefanac, president of Southeast Asia & Pacific for Qualcomm. "Spectrum is a scarce resource around the world, forcing service providers to deploy wireless technologies that not only provide high-speed connectivity and access, but also ones that are interoperable with all the 3G standards that are currently thriving. We are delighted Asiaspace is interested in LTE TDD, as it provides a fully mobile wireless experience for the consumer, backed up by ubiquitous 3G coverage."

Article published on 28th September 2010