Azur - Congo
Azur (Congo) uses 2 GSM bands. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work with Azur (Congo). See the tables below for details.
Check device compatibilityCarrier website: http://www.azur-congo.com/
Azur Congo is a mobile network operator in the Republic of the Congo. Here are some key details about the network:
- Frequency Bands: Azur Congo uses GSM-900/1800 MHz frequency bands.
- Subscribers: As of Q4 2015, Azur Congo had approximately 313,000 subscribers.
- Ownership: The network is owned by Bintel.
- Regulatory Authority: The regulatory body for telecommunications in the Republic of the Congo is L’Agence de régulation des postes et des communications électroniques (ARPCE).
- Market Presence: Azur Congo operates alongside other major mobile network operators like MTN and Airtel, with MTN and Airtel dominating the market.
For more detailed information, you can visit the Azur Congo page on LinkedIn or other specific resources like FrequencyCheck or UnlockOnline.
Frequency Bands
GSM
| Name | Interface | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 900 MHz (E-GSM) | GSM | Azur Congo uses the GSM 900 MHz (E-GSM) frequency band. This band ranges from 880 MHz to 960 MHz, with the uplink frequency range from 880 MHz to 915 MHz and the downlink range from 925 MHz to 960 MHz. The GSM 900 MHz (E-GSM) frequency band is widely used in various countries, including Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, and many others. |
| 1800 MHz (DCS) | GSM | Azur Congo uses the GSM 1800 MHz (DCS) frequency band for its mobile communication services. This band operates within the 1.8 GHz frequency range and was introduced in 1991 as an extension of the GSM standard. The frequency ranges for GSM 1800 are:
This band offers reduced signal interference and greater channel availability compared to the more crowded 900 MHz and 1800 MHz bands used by GSM. Azur Congo provides services such as voice communication, text messaging (SMS), and basic data communications using this frequency band. |
