XL Axiata - Indonesia

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XL Axiata (Indonesia) uses 1 GSM band, 2 LTE bands, and 2 5G NR bands. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work with XL Axiata (Indonesia). See the tables below for details.

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Carrier website: http://www.xl.co.id/

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

XL Axiata is a leading telecommunications company in Indonesia, offering a wide range of mobile services including voice, SMS, data, and value-added services. Here are some key points about XL Axiata:

  1. History and Milestones:

    • Established on October 6, 1989, as PT Excelcomindo Pratama Tbk.
    • Initially provided GSM 900 services and later expanded to GSM 1800 and 3G services.
    • Acquired Axis Telekom Indonesia in September 2013 for $865 million to expand its market presence.

  2. Network and Coverage:

    • XL Axiata has a significant network presence across Indonesia, covering Java, Bali, Lombok, and major cities in Sumatra, Kalimantan, and Sulawesi.
    • The company operates over 22,000 BTS towers as of 2010.

  3. Services and Innovations:

    • XL Axiata was the first telecommunications operator in Indonesia to commercially launch 4.5G Ready on the 1,800 MHz spectrum.
    • The company offers data communication, broadband Internet, and 3G services over GSM 900 and GSM 1800 networks.
    • It has also been involved in building high-bandwidth fibre-optic submarine cables to enhance connectivity.

  4. Financial and Operational Highlights:

    • As of 2018, XL Axiata had 55.1 million subscribers, making it the second-largest mobile network operator in Indonesia.
    • The company has seen significant growth in its subscriber base over the years, with notable increases in 2015 and 2016.

  5. Ownership and Partnerships:

    • Axiata Investments Sdn. Bhd. holds a 66.50% stake in XL Axiata.
    • The company has partnerships with other major telecommunications players, such as Huawei Marine Networks and Nextgen Group, to build and maintain its infrastructure.

  6. Market Position:

    • XL Axiata is one of the leading cellular service providers in Indonesia, offering a variety of telecommunication products and services to enhance digital economy and daily life.

Overall, XL Axiata has established itself as a major player in Indonesia’s telecommunications industry, with a strong focus on innovation and expansion.

Frequency Bands

GSM

Name Interface Description
900 MHz (E-GSM) GSM

XL Axiata Indonesia uses the GSM 900 MHz (E-GSM) frequency band. It was deployed as part of the initial GSM services provided by the company when it started commercial operations on October 8, 1996.

Supported GSM Protocols

Name Generation
GPRS 2.5G
EDGE 2.5G

LTE

Name Interface Description
B3 (1800 MHz +) LTE

XL Axiata Indonesia uses LTE band B3 (1800 MHz +). The deployment of this band is not specified in the provided information.
B8 (900 MHz) LTE

XL Axiata Indonesia uses LTE band B8 (900 MHz). This frequency band was deployed in 2015.

Supported LTE Protocols

Name Generation
LTE 4G

5G NR

Name Interface Description
N1 (2100 MHz) 5G NR

XL Axiata Indonesia uses the 5G NR N1 frequency band at 2100 MHz. This deployment was announced in 2021, as part of their operational feasibility test for 5G networks in Indonesia.
N3 (1800 MHz) 5G NR

XL Axiata Indonesia uses the 5G NR N3 (1800 MHz) frequency band. This band covers the range of 1710 to 1880 MHz, with the uplink ranging from 1710 to 1785 MHz and the downlink ranging from 1805 to 1880 MHz. The band supports channel bandwidths of 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, and 30 MHz. The n3 band is known for its excellent range and building penetration due to its propagation characteristics.

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