Movistar - Uruguay

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Movistar (Uruguay) uses 2 GSM bands, 2 UMTS bands, and 1 LTE band. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work with Movistar (Uruguay). See the tables below for details.

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Carrier website: http://www.movistar.com.uy/

Movistar Uruguay is a major telecommunications provider in Uruguay, owned by Telefónica. It operates under the brand name Movistar, which is also used in other Hispanic American countries. Here are some key details about Movistar Uruguay's mobile network:

Coverage

  • Population Coverage: Movistar covers 98% of the Uruguayan population with its network, reaching all 19 administrative departments of the country.
  • Urban and Rural Areas: The network extends to major cities and towns, including Montevideo, Punta del Este, Colonia, Maldonado, and Salto. While rural areas have slightly less coverage, it is constantly being improved.

Speed

  • 4G/LTE: In cities and large towns, Movistar offers high-speed 4G/LTE up to 300 Mbps down. Real-world speeds average around 20-50 Mbps down in Montevideo and other cities, which is sufficient for applications like web browsing, video streaming, gaming, and calls.
  • 5G: Movistar launched 5G services in 2022, offering speeds up to 1 Gbps down in limited parts of Montevideo. Expansion to other cities is ongoing.

Network Specifications

  • Frequency Bands: Movistar uses 2 GSM bands, 2 UMTS bands, and 1 CDMA band. The specific frequency bands are detailed in the table provided by IMEI.info.
  • Protocols: Movistar uses GSM, UMTS, LTE, and CDMA protocols.

Awards and Recognition

  • Leading Digital Operator: Movistar received the Leading Digital Operator award at the 2022 Digital Awards Uruguay.

Customer Support

  • Customer Support: Movistar offers 24/7 customer support in Spanish. English support may have delays.

SIM Card and eSIM

  • SIM Card: Movistar SIM cards are widely available, and the company has over 90 Movistar-branded stores and other retail outlets across the country.
  • eSIM: Movistar also supports eSIMs, which can be used for roaming in other South American countries and globally through roaming agreements.

Competition

  • Competitors: The main competitor to Movistar in Uruguay is the state-owned ANTEL. While ANTEL has slightly wider 4G and 3G coverage and better rates on local calls, Movistar offers faster top speeds in cities and better international call rates.

Overall, Movistar Uruguay provides extensive coverage and reliable services across the country, making it a preferred choice for both residents and tourists.

Frequency Bands

GSM

Name Interface Description
850 MHz GSM

Movistar Uruguay uses the GSM 850 MHz frequency band.
1900 MHz (PCS) GSM

Movistar Uruguay uses the GSM 1900 MHz (PCS) frequency band. This band is commonly referred to as Personal Communications Service (PCS) and is used for GSM services in North America.

UMTS

Name Interface Description
B2 (1900 MHz PCS) UMTS

Movistar Uruguay uses the UMTS B2 (1900 MHz PCS) frequency band. This deployment is part of their broader 3G network infrastructure, which was established to provide high-speed data services to their customers. The 1900 MHz PCS band is widely used in the Americas for UMTS services, enabling Movistar to offer advanced mobile broadband capabilities to its users.
B5 (850 MHz) UMTS

Movistar Uruguay uses the UMTS B5 (850 MHz) frequency band. The deployment date is unknown.

LTE

Name Interface Description
B2 (1900 MHz PCS) LTE

Movistar Uruguay uses the LTE B2 (1900 MHz PCS) frequency band. The deployment date for this band is not specified in the provided information.

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