YTL Communications, Intel sign pact

Published: 2010/08/02

YTL Communications Sdn Bhd (YTL Comms) and Intel Malaysia have signed a collaboration agreement to deliver superior fourth generation (4G) experience on its network.

In a statement here today, YTL Comms said working with Intel to offer WiMAX-ready devices was an integral part of the strategy to unveil the company's 4G network, which was expected to be launched in the fourth quarter of this year.

Its chief executive officer, Wing Lee, said the collaboration would include interoperability test on its 4G network by Intel to enable compatibility with its WiMAX/WiFi wireless chipset.

"Intel will also provide WiMAX-embedded laptops which will be certified and ready for use on our 4G network," he said.

He said the company would continue to expand its ecosystem of 4G devices and services to make it easier for the customers to enjoy the benefits of its network and play a role in propelling the country into an innovation-led economy.

Meanwhile, Intel Malaysia''s country manager, Ryaz Perez, said the collaboration would boost WiMAX subscription and help Malaysia''s National Broadband Plan achieve 50 per cent penetration rate by the end-2010. -- Bernama

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