Optus’ 5G Max to boost sport, shopping and streaming services
A new 5G home internet service from Optus will offer multi-gigabit speeds, improving the user experience for sport and entertainment streaming on the network.
Following the Australian Communications and Media Authority’s announcement on the outcome of the 850/900 MHz band spectrum auction Optus has secured 2 x 25 MHz of 900 MHz spectrum nation-wide for a total of $1.476 billion. The 900 MHz boost will help Optus deliver a significant uplift of 5G coverage nation-wide, via its product 5G Max, which has clocked speeds of just over 4Gbps.
CEO Kelly Bayer Rosmarin said: “The auction result is a fantastic outcome for Australian consumers and businesses. Optus is building the network of the future for our customers and 900 MHz spectrum is its foundational layer. With this additional spectrum, and our existing mid and high band spectrum, we can continue to deliver great coverage and bring the benefits of our technology leadership to more Australians.
