U Mobile Sdn. Bhd. is a Malaysian mobile telecommunications service provider, originally founded in 1998 as MiTV Networks Sdn. Bhd. The company underwent several transformations and rebranding, eventually becoming U Mobile. It is a private limited company headquartered at Berjaya Times Square, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of U Television Sdn. Bhd., previously known as U Telecom Media Holdings Sdn. Bhd. and MiTV Corporation Sdn. Bhd. The key stakeholders include ST Telemedia with a 35% share, U Television Sdn. Bhd. with 21%, Ibrahim Iskandar of Johor with 15%, and MPHB Capital Berhad holding 6%. As of 2024, U Mobile has over 700 employees and is known for its innovative mobile data, telephony, and multimedia services.
Country
Malaysia
Type
Mobile Network Operator
U mobile logo

3G Network

U Mobile commenced its journey into mobile telecommunications by launching its first mobile service in March 2008 with the postpaid U38 plan, followed by additional services like U68 and U98 in July 2008. The company initially utilised a 3G network, facilitated by a domestic roaming agreement with Celcom Axiata Bhd, which allowed nationwide coverage while U Mobile developed its own high-speed mobile 3G service. In November 2012, U Mobile activated 3G RAN Sharing with Maxis, transitioning its 2G network provider from Celcom to Maxis. As part of Malaysia's national agenda to phase out 3G networks, U Mobile was involved in the shutdown process, which was delayed due to floods and monsoon seasons. The complete shutdown of 3G networks was targeted for completion by 31 March 2022.

Date Event Subtype

4G Network

U Mobile launched its 4G LTE services on 17 December 2013, using the 2.6 GHz frequency band in strategic areas within the Klang Valley, including Bandar Sunway, Subang Jaya, Puchong, and Berjaya Times Square, as well as Taman Molek in Johor Bahru. On 13 August 2016, U Mobile announced the commercial launch of 100 Mbps LTE-Advanced, initially in Kota Belud, Sabah, combining Bands 3 and B7 using LTE-Advanced carrier aggregation. The company has continued to expand its 4G network, utilising various frequency bands such as LTE B7 (2600 MHz) and LTE B3 (1800 MHz).

4G Frequency Bands
Network Frequency Band Max. Channel Bandwidth Status Known EARFCNs
B1 (2100 MHz)
15
Active
75
B3 (1800 MHz)
15
Active
1475
B7 (2600 MHz)
10
Active
3000
B8 (900 MHz)
5
Active
3675
Date Event Subtype
Launch of 4G Network
Launch

5G Network

As of December 2024, U Mobile has not yet commercially launched its 5G network but has been actively involved in preparations and trials. On 2 November 2024, U Mobile was selected by the Malaysian government to implement the nation's Second 5G Network. The company has been collaborating with stakeholders, including the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), CelcomDigi, and Telekom Malaysia, to deliver 5G-Advanced services. U Mobile has engaged with global technology providers like Huawei to ensure the best 5G experience. The company has also been recognised for offering the fastest overall internet speeds in Malaysia and has been awarded 'Malaysia Mobile Services Company of the Year' by Frost & Sullivan six times. U Mobile continues to invest in network expansion and innovation, maintaining a strong focus on providing unlimited data and enhancing user experience.

Network Frequency Band Max. Channel Bandwidth Status
n28 (700 MHz)
20
Active
n78 (3500 MHz)
100
Active
Date Event Subtype
Launch of 5G Network (via DNB)
Launch