Robi has become the first mobile operator in Bangladesh to set a date for the retirement of its 3G services, a press release said.
In order to further bolster its 4G network, the leading digital operator plans to phase-out the third-generation mobile technology by 2023. The phased transition will kick off from fromChapaiNawabganj, Naogaon and Natore.
Despite constant evolution of wireless network technology, 4G is likely to remain the standard for several decades to come. Robi’s visionary decision to sunset its 3G network, therefore, only reflects this reality.
The phasing out of 3G technology is not going to affect Robi’s regular voice services. Customers whose mobile data use is still limited to the 3G network in the areas where the transition takes place, will be proactively informed by Robi to switch to 4G. Robi will offer its customers 4G SIM with smart handheld devices. Alongside 4G device bundle offers, attractively priced product and service offers will be provided to customers who would be switching to 4G. The 3G customers will be communicated directly through SMS with clear direction on how they can switch to 4G service.
