T-Mobile Netherlands

T-Mobile Netherlands launched its 3G network in the early 2000s, marking a significant milestone in the company's technological journey. The 3G network was pivotal in enhancing mobile internet speeds, enabling services such as video calling and mobile internet browsing, which were revolutionary at the time. By 2006, KPN Mobile, a competitor, had introduced 1.8 Mbps speeds, which were later upgraded to 7.2 Mbps nationwide. T-Mobile followed suit, launching 7.2 Mbps HSDPA/2 Mbps HSUPA services in 2009 and further enhancing speeds to 14.4 Mbps. By 2013, T-Mobile had launched 21 Mbps HSPA+ services, reflecting its commitment to providing high-speed mobile internet to its customers. The deployment of UMTS900 in 2013 further expanded the network's reach and capacity, ensuring widespread coverage and reliable service.

The transition to 4G marked a new era for T-Mobile Netherlands, characterized by faster speeds, improved reliability, and enhanced customer experiences. T-Mobile commercially launched its LTE network on May 11, 2012, initially targeting business users in select cities using 2.6 GHz spectrum. By November 18, 2013, LTE1800 was launched for consumers, covering the full Randstad area. The company pledged nationwide LTE coverage using 1800 MHz by October 2015, a promise it fulfilled, significantly enhancing its network's reach and capacity. T-Mobile introduced 225 Mbps peak speeds using 2CA LTE1800/LTE900 and activated 3C CA LTE-Advanced, aggregating spectrum in bands 1, 3, and 8 to enable theoretical peak downlink speeds of 300 Mbps and 450 Mbps in some locations. The deployment of VoLTE further improved voice call quality and reliability, although it was initially limited to select users. By 2016, T-Mobile had launched its 4G LTE-Advanced (4G+) service, delivering 50% higher speeds compared to its existing 4G network, with coverage reaching over 76% of the population. This was achieved by aggregating spectrums in the 900 and 1,800 MHz bands, demonstrating T-Mobile's commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction.

T-Mobile Netherlands was at the forefront of 5G technology, becoming the first to launch a commercial 5G service in the Netherlands in July 2020. This achievement was the result of extensive preparation and strategic partnerships, notably with Ericsson, which supplied the mobile network infrastructure. The 5G rollout was a phenomenal success, positioning T-Mobile as a market leader in 5G services. The network overhaul involved upgrading mobile transmission masts with the latest Ericsson equipment, with plans to install new technology at 5,000 masts throughout the Netherlands by summer 2024. This upgrade aimed to raise network capacity and data speeds, offering customers an unparalleled network experience. The introduction of Advanced Antenna System (AAS) and Massive MIMO technologies further enhanced the network's capabilities, providing up to six times the capacity of previous generations. The deployment of TD-LTE technology on the 2600MHz frequency added a fourth frequency band to the network, significantly increasing its capacity and offering customers up to an extra 120Mbps of bandwidth. This strategic move laid the foundation for T-Mobile's future 5G network, ensuring faster, more stable connections and enabling customers to download more data and stream online media seamlessly.