e& UAE announced on Monday that it has begun testing the 6-GHz and 600-MHz spectrum bands to enhance its 5G services, promising significant improvements in data speeds and coverage. By aggregating the 6-GHz band with other FR1 TDD bands, the company achieved impressive data speeds of up to 10 Gbps using commercial-grade customer premises equipment (CPE). Additionally, the 600-MHz band has shown the potential to extend 5G coverage to over 6 kilometers.
The UAE’s Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) recently allocated both the 6-GHz and 600-MHz bands for 5G use. The 6-GHz band’s 350 MHz bandwidth supports high-capacity urban connectivity, while the 600-MHz band provides extensive coverage and better indoor penetration, even in challenging environments.
e& UAE highlighted that the 6-GHz band enables seamless 8K UHD streaming, ultra-fast downloads, and lag-free virtual reality (VR) experiences, while the 600-MHz band ensures reliable 5G coverage in both dense urban areas and remote locations. The bands also open up new possibilities for enterprise use cases, such as cloud workflows, IoT, AI-driven analytics, and smart city applications.
Marwan Bin Shakar, acting CTO of e& UAE, stated, “By achieving 10 Gbps with 6 GHz being a key driver and 5G coverage beyond 6 km on 600 MHz with commercial equipment, we are not just setting technical benchmarks—we are paving the way for 5G-Advanced, the future of 6G, and a smarter, more connected UAE.”
About e& UAE
e& UAE continues to lead in 5G innovation, driving the future of telecommunications with cutting-edge technologies like 6-GHz and 600-MHz spectrum bands. The company’s commitment to providing faster, more reliable 5G services supports the UAE’s digital transformation and sets the stage for future advancements in 5G-Advanced and 6G technologies.
