Tele2 - Netherlands

Tele2 (Netherlands) uses 1 LTE band. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work with Tele2 (Netherlands). See the tables below for details.

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Carrier website: https://www.tele2.nl/

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Tele2 Netherlands was a mobile network operator that operated in the Netherlands from 1997 to 2019. It was a brand name of T-Mobile Netherlands, offering a range of telecommunications services including fixed telephony, mobile telephony, broadband internet, and digital TV. Here are some key points about Tele2 Netherlands' mobile network:

1. History and Acquisition:

   • Tele2 Netherlands was founded in 1997 and was acquired by T-Mobile Netherlands in January 2019. As part of the acquisition, Tele2 AB acquired a 25% share in T-Mobile Netherlands.
   • The brand was rebranded to Odido in September 2023, marking the end of the Tele2 Netherlands brand.

2. Network Specifications:

   • The Tele2 carrier in the Netherlands is denoted by the codes 204 02, which are part of the Mobile Country Code (MCC) and Mobile Network Code (MNC).
   • The network uses GSM, UMTS, LTE, and CDMA protocols.

3. Frequency Bands:

   • Tele2 Netherlands used various frequency bands, including GSM, UMTS, LTE, and CDMA. The specific bands used were 0 GSM bands, 0 UMTS bands, 2 LTE bands, and 0 CDMA bands.

4. Coverage and Services:

   • Tele2 Netherlands provided a wide range of services, including mobile voice plans, broadband internet, and digital TV. It also launched the world's first 4G-only mobile network operator in the Netherlands in 2015.
   • The network was known for its competitive pricing and innovative services, aiming to increase competition in the Dutch market.

5. Spectrum Auctions:

   • In 2012, Tele2 Netherlands participated in a multiband auction and was awarded 2x10 MHz in the 800 MHz band, which helped in building a high-capacity LTE network with national coverage.

6. Rebranding and Merger:

   • The merger with T-Mobile Netherlands in 2019 led to the rebranding of both companies under the Odido brand in September 2023.

Tele2 Netherlands played a significant role in the Dutch telecommunications market, offering innovative services and competitive pricing. Its legacy continues under the Odido brand.

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