In a move which can provide a technological alternative to those operators who miss out on the 3G spectrum, Huawei Technologies today claimed success in delivering 564 kbps in a recent downlink dual carrier (DLDC) test for Enhanced Data Rate for GSM Evolution (EDGE). When compared to presently available solutions, the speed is seen to be two times higher.

The speeds can thus deliver mobile video and video-on-demand services.

He Gang, president of GSM/UMTS product line for Huawei commented, "This milestone demonstrates Huawei’s continued commitment towards driving GSM evolution, the world’s most widely deployed technical standard with the largest mobile subscriber base. Huawei’s advanced EDGE+ technology enhances flexibility for operators building their 3G networks and provides a seamless high-speed data service experience."

Huawei says its EDGE+ solution can provide seamless high-speed mobile data service coverage and is one of the first-stage 3G networks that makes it possible for mobile phones to receive real-time streaming media from the Internet with lower latency. It can also serve up as a bridge between high-speed mobile broadband services on HSPA+/LTE networks and GSM data services to ensure the continuity and availability of mobile data services.