5,000 city users to put 4G services to the test(2)

What:

4G is the fourth generation of mobile phone mobile communication technology standards. It provides users with high-speed Internet access on devices such as phones, data cards and MiFi routes, a device transferring signals to Wi-Fi for devices including iPhones, iPads and laptops.

When:

A first batch of 5,000 invited users will try 4G services starting in June. The public are expected to be able to apply for services later, probably from August.

How:

At present, users have to change their phones to enjoy 4G services with TD-LTE technology. Currently, the variety of models is limited.

How much:

Each invited user will have 15 gigabytes of Internet traffic every month. The price for 4G services hasn't been decided but the average bandwidth cost must be lower than that of 3G, according to Shanghai Mobile.

(Source: Shanghai Daily)