T Mobile will launch HSDPA broadband this year

T Mobile has confirmed that their HSDPA high speed internet connection will be launched this year.

We reported last week about the new service but there were no confirmed dates. The UK chief has confirmed today that the service will be launched before Christmas.

When asked if the service would be available before the end of the year Jim Hyde told reporters: “If it’s Christmas then Christmas is coming early this year”.

High speed downlink packet access (HSDPA) is an upgraded version of the current third generation mobile networks and offers significantly faster data connection speeds. The system provides speeds matching current home broadband packages in the UK.

Initially the service is likely to be limited to data cards as there are very few mobile devices that support HSDPA. Expect the major business phone manufacturers to be bringing out some high-end models in time for the T Mobile launch.

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