Claro Columbia (America Movil) has made significant progress in 5G deployment, announcing that 1 million of its postpaid customers are already enjoying 5G service in an announcement made during the Claro Tech Summit. I showed it. The company reportedly launched 5G services two weeks ago in six major cities: Barranquilla, Bogota, Bucaramanga, Cali, Cartagena, and Medellin.
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5G Deployment Milestones
“We celebrate this achievement, which is a significant milestone in the country’s 5G deployment. We continue to work tirelessly to expand our coverage and reach 14 more cities in 2024. and hopes to complete 20 cities by the end of the year.In addition, we will soon announce 5G prepaid packages so that more Claro customers can access faster mobile internet speeds and an improved experience. ” was announced. Claro Colombia.
5G data traffic
Claro also reported that 6% of mobile data traffic in regions where the new technology is available is already on 5G. Additionally, the company says that as of March 2024, 2.2 million of its customers already own a 5G-enabled mobile phone, and 9 out of 10 5G sites in Colombia are made by Claro.
Claro said customers in the 5G network zone with compatible devices on postpaid plans starting at P39,900 per month can enjoy the 5G network experience. With 930 5G antennas, the company claimed to be the carrier with the most 5G antennas.
business solutions
Additionally, Claro announced 5G-based business solutions to help companies leverage the technology’s potential for digital transformation in areas such as energy extraction, ports, manufacturing and logistics.
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4G network and fiber expansion
moreover, Claro The company said its 4G network is present in 1,102 regional cities and around 800 rural small towns. According to the company, it has installed more than 115,000 kilometers of optical fiber across the country, from San Andres Island to Leticia.
Claro recently announced that it is deploying fiber optic infrastructure in Socorro, bringing high-speed connectivity to more than 7,348 properties in addition to its already enhanced 4G and 4.5 network in the region.
