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Singapore's M1, Samsung Deploy 5G VoNR Service on 5G SA Network

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Singapore's M1 and Samsung have achieved a significant milestone in advancing the world’s 5G ecosystem by making available Voice over 5G New Radio (VoNR) on M1’s 5G Standalone (SA) network.

M1 and Samsung successfully achieved the deployment of VoNR service on M1’s 5G SA network. This partnership validates end-to-end 5G VoNR interoperability – a first in the world, which marks a significant step towards the future of 5G voice services.

 

The VoNR service fully utilises the SA architecture of 5G network for an improved high definition quality call experience, while providing 5G speeds for data-driven activities throughout the duration of the voice calls In comparison to calls made on the 5G non-standalone (NSA) network, which rides on existing 4G networks, the VoNR service boasts faster call setup time and seamless voice call continuity, presenting M1 customers with the true 5G experience. M1 customers will be able to enjoy the benefits of VoNR service as M1 gears up for its 5G SA market trial launch on the 27th of July.

In addition, VoNR service will open up numerous 5G SA-enabled data services and provide the baseline for quality video conferencing or augmented and virtual reality features, offering a glimpse into the plethora of connectivity solutions 5G SA will enable M1 to bring.

Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra, S21+ and S21 customers on M1 network will be amongst the first in the world to enjoy the benefits of the VoNR network via an over-the-air software update on M1's 5G Booster Plan. Customers can also look forward to seamless connectivity with an ultra-fast data speed rate that is almost five times faster than 4G. Furthermore, paired with Samsung’s 5G compatible devices, multi-tasking is possible with remarkable productivity improvement.

Denis Seek, Chief Technical Officer, M1
We have once again reached a groundbreaking milestone in our 5G SA journey – to be the first in the world to successfully support VoNR service on our 5G SA network. We are glad to work with a like-minded partner like Samsung to achieve high quality call and better 5G experience for our customers. 

Sarah Chua, Vice-President, IT and mobile, Samsung Electronics Singapore
Committed to inspiring the world and shaping the future with transformative ideas and technologies, we are taking a meaningful step in realising the full potential of 5G for consumers and industries. 

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