EDGE (Enhanced Data Rates for GSM Evolution) is a digital cellular technology which helps in enhancing General Packet Radio Service (GPRS) networks to 2G and 2.5G. EDGE technology is only designed for GSM networks.

Enhanced Data Rates for Global Evolution

EDGE was introduced into the world of GSM in 2000 initially in North America. This is the reason that EDGE is actively supported by GSM operators in North America. Certain GSM operators take UMTS as an alternative for EDGE. Nevertheless, the high cost and slow uptake of UMTS makes it easier for you to decide that EDGE is the best in the global GSM/GPRS market.

Capable of speeds four times faster than GPRS - how fast edge network is?

Enhanced Data rates for GSM Evolution (EDGE) can be referred to as an enhancement or a speed booster to GPRS. EDGE can function on any network having GPRS functioning on it. It is not necessary that EDGE can work on any network; there are certain requirements and upgrades which are required in order to enable EDGE on it. EDGE multiplies your GPRS functionality that means it makes it four times faster and better being cost effective.

EDGE is able to carry data speed up to 236.8 kbits/s for 4 timeslots, when in packet mode. It meets the standard of International Telecommunications Union's for a 3G network. It has been accepted as a part of the ITU - IMT 2000 family of 3g standards.

Available in Europe

The first EDGE enabled blue berry device in Europe was introduced by RIM (research in motion) and Orange France. This device is known as 8700f. 8700f is a GPRS/EDGE enabled phone. It is smarter than a PDF phone.

Cingular

The Cingular EDGE network is currently offering the highest sped data network in the US. EDGE is a broadband speedy service via which you can get connected to the internet from any nook or corner of the world if you are getting Cingular cell phone signals.

Edge has made a mark in the field of cellular phone technology overlying the Cingular's existing GSM/GPRS network.

Continue to: T-Mobile Edge Cellular Phone Network

Understanding 802.11x Wireless Networking Standards
Best Wireless Media Centers
The Basics of Evolving WiMax Network
Changing the Face of Communication: Wifi Meets VOIP
Go Global with High-Quality GSM Cell Service

Bookmark this page Email this to your friend Add this page to del.icio.us

White Papers

Wireless Spend Control
Wireless Overview
Wireless Messaging Sys.

Recommended Sites

VoIP Provider reviews

Suggest an Article

Haven´t found the article you are looking for, please suggest your article. We value all your suggestions and comments.

Home |

| Privacy Policy | Disclaimer |

Get Online Anywhere With Cutting EDGE Networks

Enhanced Data Rates for Global Evolution

Capable of speeds four times faster than GPRS - how fast edge network is?

Available in Europe

Cingular

Related Articles