ntel Begins HD VoLTE Calls Service On Samsung Galaxy S7

By Modupe Gbadeyanka

The newly launched GSM network provider in Nigeria, ntel, has announced its compatibility with two high-quality devices from Samsung; the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge.

Users of the two high-end smartphones can now enjoy Voice over LTE (VoLTE) calls and data services on ntel network.

This followed months of compatibility tests of ntel on the Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge devices and the results showed that the network provider gives superfast VoLTE and browsing experiences.

The Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge devices are top of the range devices from Samsung with enhanced design, high-quality cameras, water resistance, wireless charging, and connectivity to an unparalleled galaxy of services, products and experiences.

With this feat, ntel becomes the first 4G/LTE provider to give such service in Africa.

ntel’s network supports crystal-clear HD VoLTE, as well as key LTE-Advanced features like the Carrier Aggregation (CA); and Multiple In, Multiple Out (MIMO) Antennae technology.

These features combine to enable downlink data speeds of up to 230Megabits per second and are both supported on Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge devices.

CEO of ntel, Mr Kamar Abass, said in a statement issued by his company that, “Samsung is the leader in the Nigerian smartphone market and news of the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge compatibility with our 4G/LTE Advanced network is fantastic news for our customers who have been eagerly waiting to use their high-end Samsung devices on our network.

“As Nigeria’s first pure-play 4G/LTE-Advanced network, ntel is committed to ensuring its customers have the widest possible range of devices to choose from.”

On his part, Mr Emmanouil Revmatas, Director & Business Leader, Information Technology and Mobile, Samsung Electronics West Africa, expressed delight at the partnership with ntel, adding that Samsung will continue to defy boundaries of engineering to perfect the user experience through innovative designs and envelope-pushing solutions as exemplified by the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge.

“Samsung is very particular about its customers’ mobile experience and committed to ensuring that users get the best of their mobile devices.

“The S7 and S7 Edge smartphones were designed to usher consumers into a whole new galaxy with impeccable features. We have further cemented our brand’s promise with this partnership that allows users make calls and browse at superfast speeds without interruption. This is definitely a great value added experience,” Mr Revmatas said.

With a sleek, curved-glass back and slim ergonomic body, the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge are easy to hold in one hand and fit in your pocket or purse.

The Galaxy S7 edge features curved glass on all sides of the device, giving users a unique dual-edge display and fully immersive experience while the S7 Edge is waterproof up to 1.5m for 30 minutes in fresh water.

Subscribers can also share pictures, videos and animations within seconds. Combining ntel’s superfast 4G/LTE-Advanced network with Samsung’s blink-of-an-eye autofocus camera for fewer blurry photos, users can be assured of superior low-light photography and significant advancements in video capture.

The Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge give users a chance to capture every memory reliably and true to life. Both devices feature the first Dual Pixel camera on a smartphone with an incredibly fast autofocus that delivers bright, sharp images – even in low light settings.

ntel is Nigeria’s most advanced mobile 4G/LTE network providing superfast Internet Access that enables high-definition voice, data and video services. ntel’s network is built on the 900/1800 Mhz frequency bands which are the best propagation frequencies for the deployment of 4G/LTE technology.

ntel’s bouquet of services includes: National Bandwidth; International Voice Termination, International Bandwidth; Mobile and Fixed Communications services.

The company made its first on-net test data call in Lagos on Monday, January 18, 2016 then followed this up with its first on-net Voice-over-LTE (VoLTE) call in Lagos on Thursday February 25, 2016 and commenced full commercial operations on Friday, April 8, 2016.