DOVADO, the supplier of mobile broadband routers and software, celebrates 12 months of successful 4G milestones including major technical advancements and significant traction with leading 4G/LTE and 3G/DC-HSPA+ operators, including Telenor, TeliaSonera and Hi3G.

These operators have been able to improve the general user experience as the router facilitates connectivity throughout the home, as opposed to only one user at a time.      

DOVADO is located in Stockholm, Sweden, at the heart of a cluster of telecoms companies spearheading the development of next generation mobile broadband technology. In March 2011, the company was the first to add support for high speed 4G/LTE USB modems, beginning with the Huawei E398. This was closely followed by the DOVADO TINY, the world's smallest router, making its debut in the summer. It supports the widest range of commercial 4G/LTE USB modems and its capabilities also include SMS-based remote control and status notifications - features which allow subscribers to interact with their DOVADO TINY remotely from any mobile phone.  

As a neutral brand supporting over 150 different kinds of USB modems from 20 leading industry suppliers, DOVADO gives its customers the full flexibility to work with a range of suppliers. At the same time by rapidly adding software support for new modems, the operator can be confident of compatibility with new and existing devices.            

This is delivered in the form of a firmware update, available for free from either the operator or DOVADO website. All DOVADO routers are self-configurable offering a pain-free setup process for the end user, a valuable commodity for any operator helpdesk.  

The success of the TD-LTE (4G) trial networks in China last year has paved the way for a successful 2012 in terms of 4G innovation with many operators recognizing the value of a technology that offers the benefits of decreased hardware costs and no requirement for paired spectrum. DOVADO plans to further invest in the coming months by readying various operator launches in Europe, the Middle East and India, thereby maintaining its position as a leading brand supporting the widest range of 4G/LTE USB modems, regardless of geography or frequency.      

"The emergence of 4G/LTE has enabled mobile operators to rapidly deliver a superior broadband experience at a lower cost than the bulk of fixed broadband alternatives. DOVADO routers with 4G/LTE support are now perceived as a viable backhaul technology, especially in situations where a decent fixed broadband alternative is non-existent. By working with 36 different LTE frequency groups worldwide, DOVADO is able to hit the ground running in each market we enter by offering a truly global LTE device," said Thomas Axaeus, CEO of DOVADO. "At DOVADO, our expertise in plug & play technology means that operators have access to a cost-effective tool that not only boosts their 4G/LTE product portfolio, but also increases customer satisfaction. The benefits of offering a router/modem bundle, rather than just the modem alone, are tangible." 

DOVADO will be in the Swedish pavilion located in Hall 2 at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.