Ooredoo - Myanmar

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Ooredoo (Myanmar) uses 2 UMTS bands and 2 LTE bands. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work with Ooredoo (Myanmar). See the tables below for details.

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Carrier website: http://www.ooredoo.com.mm/

Last updated: 2024/08/05 - See latest updates

Ooredoo Myanmar is a telecommunications company that operates in Myanmar, one of the last remaining greenfield telecom markets in Asia. Here are some key points about Ooredoo Myanmar's mobile network:

  1. History and Licensing:

    • Ooredoo was awarded a license to operate in Myanmar in June 2013 and received formal licenses in January 2014.
    • The company pledged an investment of $15 billion to develop Myanmar’s telecoms sector, aiming to cover 75% of the population within five years.

  2. 4G Rollout:

    • Ooredoo Myanmar has successfully rolled out its 4G network to 300 townships across the country, making it the widest 4G network coverage provider in Myanmar.
    • This expansion has enabled about 26 million people to access high-speed internet services, covering approximately 92% of the total population.

  3. Network Quality and Awards:

    • Ooredoo Myanmar was recognized as the fastest mobile network in Myanmar in Q2-Q3 2018, based on Speedtest Intelligence data from Ookla.
    • The network is also known for its low latency, making it a superior choice for high-speed internet and data services.

  4. Leadership and CEO:

    • In 2019, Rajeev Sethi was appointed as the CEO of Ooredoo Myanmar.

  5. Sale of Ooredoo Myanmar:

    • In September 2022, Ooredoo announced the sale of its telecom business in Myanmar to Nine Communications Pte. Ltd. for $576 million. This sale was subject to regulatory approvals in Myanmar and was criticized by rights groups due to the involvement of entities linked to the Burmese military.

  6. Services and Coverage:

    • Ooredoo Myanmar offers a range of services including mobile money, support for farmers and agriculture, FTTH (Fiber to Home), and Supernet Wireless.
    • The company has a customer base of over 9 million as of May 2018 and provides both 3G and 2G services nationwide.

Ooredoo Myanmar has been instrumental in expanding telecommunications services in Myanmar, contributing to the country's digital transformation and enhancing the lives of its citizens through innovative products and services.

Frequency Bands

UMTS

Name Interface Description
B1 (2100 MHz) UMTS

Ooredoo Myanmar uses the UMTS frequency band B1 (2100 MHz).
B8 (900 MHz GSM) UMTS

Ooredoo Myanmar uses the UMTS frequency band B8 (900 MHz GSM).

LTE

Name Interface Description
B1 (2100 MHz) LTE

Ooredoo Myanmar uses the LTE frequency band B1 (2100 MHz). This band was deployed in 2016 as part of the company's initial 4G network rollout, which included the launch of LTE services in Yangon and Mandalay.
B3 (1800 MHz +) LTE

Ooredoo Myanmar uses the LTE frequency band B3 (1800 MHz +). This band was added to their network on August 5, 2024.

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