Golan Telecom - Israel

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Golan Telecom (Israel) uses 1 GSM band, 3 UMTS bands, 3 LTE bands, and 1 5G NR band. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work with Golan Telecom (Israel). See the tables below for details.

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Carrier website: https://www.golantelecom.co.il/

Last updated: 2024/08/04 - See latest updates

Golan Telecom Israel is a leading mobile network operator in Israel, founded in 2010 by Michael Golan and Xavier Niel. The company is known for its low-cost mobile phone plans and has significantly disrupted the Israeli mobile phone market since its inception in 2012. Here are some key points about Golan Telecom Israel:

History and Founders

  • Founders: Michael Golan and Xavier Niel, who previously developed several telecom ventures together.
  • Founding: 2010.
  • Entry into Market: 2012, with the prefix 058 and offering no-contract packages starting at ₪99 per month.

Services and Plans

  • Packages: Offers a variety of plans, including low-cost metered packages and unlimited internet surfing plans. The company also provides Kosher plans tailored for Orthodox communities.
  • 5G Network: Golan Telecom has a 5G network in most areas of the country, offering high browsing speeds and improved communication capabilities.
  • Customer Service: Provides customer support through various channels, including a dedicated customer service number (*0058) and email support.

Growth and Impact

  • Subscriber Base: Golan Telecom has grown rapidly, reaching 900,000 subscribers by the end of 2016. The company's popularity forced competitors to reduce their prices and simplify their plans.
  • Merger: In August 2020, Golan Telecom merged with Cellcom, one of the major cellular operators in Israel.

Unique Features

  • Slogan: The company's slogan, "Enough of being a sucker," reflects its focus on providing affordable services to Israeli consumers.
  • Customer-Friendly: Golan Telecom is known for its user-friendly online management system, allowing customers to easily manage their accounts, check billing, and change plans online.

Coverage and Availability

  • Coverage: Golan Telecom has excellent coverage across Israel, with a strong network infrastructure.
  • Tourist Services: The company allows tourists to sign up with a passport number and use a foreign credit card for monthly billing, making it accessible to international visitors.

Overall, Golan Telecom Israel has been a significant player in the Israeli mobile network market, known for its affordable plans and customer-centric approach.

Frequency Bands

GSM

Name Interface Description
1800 MHz (DCS) GSM

Golan Telecom Israel uses the GSM 1800 MHz (DCS) frequency band. This band is utilized for GSM/GPRS/EDGE services, classified as a 2G technology. The deployment of this band began in 2012, as part of Golan Telecom's initial network setup.

UMTS

Name Interface Description
B1 (2100 MHz) UMTS

Golan Telecom Israel uses the UMTS B1 (2100 MHz) frequency band. This band was deployed as part of the company's initial network setup in 2012.
B5 (850 MHz) UMTS

Golan Telecom Israel uses the UMTS B5 (850 MHz) frequency band. This band was deployed in 2012 as part of Golan Telecom's initial network setup.
B3 (1800 MHz DCS) UMTS

Golan Telecom Israel uses the UMTS B3 (1800 MHz DCS) frequency band. This band is utilized for UMTS services, classified as a 3G technology. The deployment of this band began in 2012, as part of Golan Telecom's initial network setup.

Supported UMTS Protocols

Name Generation
UMTS 3G
HSPA+ 3.5G (4G speed)

LTE

Name Interface Description
B3 (1800 MHz +) LTE

Golan Telecom Israel uses the LTE B3 (1800 MHz +) frequency band. This band was deployed in 2012 as part of Golan Telecom's initial network setup.
B7 (2600 MHz) LTE

Golan Telecom Israel uses the LTE B7 (2600 MHz) frequency band. This deployment was added in 2024.
B28 (700 MHz APT) LTE

Golan Telecom Israel uses LTE frequency band B28 (700 MHz APT). This band was deployed in 2024.

Supported LTE Protocols

Name Generation
LTE 4G

5G NR

Name Interface Description
N78 (3500 MHz) 5G NR

Golan Telecom Israel uses the 5G NR frequency band N78, which operates at 3500 MHz. This band is part of the 3.5 GHz spectrum and is commonly referred to as the C-band. The n78 band is known for its high capacity and is widely used for 5G services due to its relatively common availability compared to lower cellular spectrum. It supports channel bandwidths ranging from 10 to 100 MHz, with the most popular bandwidth being 100 MHz for fully deployed networks.

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