Telus Checks Out Huawei's HSPA Microcell

MARKHAM, Canada -- Huawei, a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider, and TELUS, today announced the first global HSPA Microcell commercial deployment. Working in conjunction with existing HSPA Macro Cells in Red Deer Alberta, the initial deployment is designed to assess the additional capacity and network performance provided when deployed at street level in a downtown urban setting. This solution stems from engineering Research and Development conducted through the Joint Innovation Centre that TELUS established with Huawei last year.

"This Joint Innovation Centre further demonstrates the unique value and commitment that the TELUS and Huawei partnership is evolving technology to for the benefit of our customers," said Eros Spadotto, TELUS’ Executive Vice President of Technology Strategy and Operations. "With this innovation, we can offer more consistent and speedy data connections for our customers."

Telus Corp. (NYSE: TU; Toronto: T)