ISLAMABAD ( BMZ REPORT )
Ufone, an Etisalat Group of Company, has taken the lead in the telecom sector by commercially launching its 3G services in Pakistan, starting off first in Lahore, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and Karachi promisingusers a hands-on experience of third generation mobile telephony and its wonders. The company with a track record of innovation and leading-edge technology expertise is poised to lead the advent of 3G in Pakistan.
Starting from 24thMay, 2014, 3G will be charged, as per the tariff in, Lahore, Islamabad, Rawalpindi and Karachi where people have been enjoying free trials since the company acquired the service license. Introduction of this technology by Ufone is a prime example of both leading-edge innovation and quality of service, under which Ufone customers will be able to benefit from the seamless and uninterrupted connectivity being offered.
Speaking at the occasion, Mr. Taimur Cheema, GM Marketing Ufone, said, “Today is a landmark day, not only for Ufone but also for the cellular industry in Pakistan. Ufone will strive to provide excellent coverage to meet customer expectations and will be operating in compliance with the Information Memorandum. The real benefits of 3G for users are only realized when good quality service is available across the coverage area. Ufone’s 3G service assures highest level of speeds at affordable prices.”
With the introduction of 3G technology, Ufone customers will be able to stream videos on the go, download data at extraordinary speed and watch TV without worrying about electricity fluctuation or power outage. Ufone subscribers will be able to enjoy all 3G services on 3G enabled handsets.
The 3G technology harnesses enormous benefits, which the country will experience in the coming years, and these will include an increase in GDP, increase in public funding and improved productivity.