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So you’ve probably heard all these terms being used on TV, the
internet and even heard people discussing them around you. We take you through
each term one by and one and you too can jump right into the conversation!
Let’s start by covering the major differences between different 'generation'
networks. The ‘g’ stands for generation for anyone who is not well versed with
telecom jargon.
We begin with 2G which
allowed for voice calls and text messaging. 2G was followed by 2.5G which has
been the mobile network technology in Pakistan to date i.e. the means by which
you have been accessing internet on your mobile phone so far! The speed is slow
which also means that only a limited number of internet services can be
performed optimally.
After the auction for 3G
and 4G licenses, Pakistan now has both 3rd and 4th generation mobile network
technology. 3G will allow high speed internet access as well as services such
as voice and video calling, file transmission, better internet browsing, video
streaming, social gaming and much more
4th generation mobile
networks or 4G is believed to provide all the services that 3G does, but the
speed will be faster than 3G. At this point in time, all the smart operators
have opted for 3G to utilize the opportunities that 3G brings which currently are
not realistic for 4G. The reason being that the ecosystem for 4G in Pakistan is
very much in its infancy and thus does not merit an investment in 4G license at
this point in time. Which is why cellular operators like Telenor only bid for
3G at this time.
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