Pelephone announced the launch of it's the 5th generation network

Pelephone announced the launch of Pelephone +, and announced the entry of the 5th generation network (5G) into Israel. As mentioned, in recent months, Pelephone has upgraded the core of the network through Ericsson and deployed the widest number of sites in Israel in the field of 3.5 GHz, used for 5th generation technology, along with hundreds of sites already operating at 700 MHz, with an investment of dozens Millions of shekels. The company stated that "immediately after the end of the tender, in a few days until 1.9, subject to receiving the frequency, Pelephone customers with supporting end equipment will be able to surf on the new, most advanced and fastest network in the world." The company demonstrated live download speeds of 1.6 GB and showcased the capabilities of advanced technology in all aspects of our lives: transportation, medicine, studies, business and more. Receiving the frequencies will enjoy improved, high-quality performance at the highest level. Among the devices that will go on sale today are the Xiaomi mi 10 at a cost of NIS 2,999, and the Huawei Router 5G at a cost of NIS 1,899. These devices join the Xiaomi Poco F2 Pro sold at a cost of NIS 2,499. All devices arrive at the customer's home on a free delivery. Also, by the end of the year, the range of devices will be significantly expanded with devices from Samsung, LG and Apple.
Pelephone customers who are in each of the company's plans and have a support device will be able to enjoy the 5th generation network.
 Pelephone has set up an exhibition that demonstrates the capabilities of the 5th generation network in all aspects, with some of the exhibits being shown in Israel and around the world for the first time, after they were supposed to be unveiled at the annual international cellular exhibition in Barcelona canceled due to the Corona virus. Prominent exhibits include remote driving on the 5th generation, augmented reality display that integrates digital in the urban space, Private 5G Network solution, which enables the establishment of a private and secure network for businesses and organizations, smart medicine - the ability to transmit information, such as Truth for remote medical teams in an operating room, and a virtual virtual reality environment for learning and working remotely from anywhere in the world.
Ran Gurion, CEO of Pelephone, said: "Pelephone is proud to be the first company in Israel to launch the 5th generation of cellular, so that from the moment the frequency tender ends and the frequency is received, we will immediately activate the network for the first time in Israel, thanks to extensive retirement. And upgrading the network core. Already today, the company's customers can purchase devices that support technology and join packages designed for the 5th generation, so that it will also be possible in Israel to enjoy the best and most advanced surfing and viewing experience in the world. "Ilan Siegel, VP of Marketing Pelephone, added that Another significant development in global technology and about to change the way we use our mobile phones. The presentations we brought together with the Ericsson company demonstrate the advanced qualities of technology that will affect our quality of life in all areas, including: transportation, medicine, education, household and more. "Continue to be at the forefront of technology and bring the most advanced news in the cellular market, which will lead to exceptional surfing qualities and innovative technological solutions that have never been seen before."
Nimrod Ben Tov, Pelephone's VP of Engineering, further stated that “We are at the beginning of the Frequency Tender for Generation 5, for which we were preparing ahead of time for the deployment of sites all over the country: starting with hundreds of sites that support 700 frequencies already operating. At the same time, we have upgraded the network's core systems, and we will be ready to provide our customers with fast generation in 5th generation immediately upon completion of the tender and receipt of the frequencies. "