Polkomtel, the Polish operator of Plus network, has partnered with Nokia Networks to launch Poland’s first public trial of its Wi-Fi Calling+ service. Based on Nokia’s Voice over Wi-Fi (VoWiFi) solution, the new service allows users to make regular calls when connected by Wi-Fi in locations with poor mobile coverage. Combined with voice over LTE (VoLTE), the service marks a smooth evolution of enhanced voice services in the country, said Polkomtel.
During the trial period, the Wi-Fi Calling+ service will be available to Plus users both in Poland and across the European Union. According to Polkomtel, it is testing the functionality before its commercial launch, gathering feedback and ensuring its flawless integration and operation in the Plus network.
Justyna Kulka, Director of the Offer Management Department at Polkomtel
The purpose of the trial with Nokia Networks is to fine-tune this innovative service to a degree that cannot be reached through lab testing. Our next goal is to integrate VoWiFi and VoLTE as an ultimate solution for voice services.
Marcin Guzy, Head of Polkomtel Customer Team at Nokia Networks
We are pleased to support Polkomtel’s first Wi-Fi calling trial. The new service enables voice communications from a user’s phone number even where mobile networks are hard to access but where Wi-Fi is available. Regardless of where they are, Polkomtel customers will be able to carry out voice calls as they normally do.
