Qatar Telecom to launch femtocell trial

www.WirelessFederation.com/news: With an aim to improve the quality of wireless connectivity in homes and offices, trials of femtocell technology has been launched by Qatar Telecom (Qtel). The trial will be carried out on a limited basis in several business premises as well as private residencies using femtocells.

This will act as low power indoor wireless access points, directly connected to Qtel’s broadband network. It has been anticipated by the operator that by providing enhanced signal strength, the femtocell technology will improve 3G mobile internet access within buildings.

Besides the quality of mobile voice calls will also be improved, 60% of which are made indoors in Qatar.