Samsung Galaxy S 4G Smartphone to use ST-Ericsson HSPA+ modem

Leading mobile maker Samsung Electronics today introduced its 21Mbps smartphone – the world’s first 4G HSPA+ device. The electronic major has selected an advanced HSPA+ modem from ST-Ericsson for its’ pioneering Galaxy S 4G smartphone, exclusively from T-Mobile USA. The phone will support a theoretical peak download speeds of up to 21Mbps and upload speeds of up to 5.76 Mbps. The power-efficient and highly-integrated Thor(TM) M5720 modem enables the new smartphone, which recently was launched by T-Mobile USA on America`s largest 4G network, to enjoy an unprecedented combination of fast connectivity and strong battery life. The Thor M5720 modem also supports 64-QAM technology, enabling mobile operators to make more efficient use of their spectrum and transfer more data simultaneously through the air, resulting in a better mobile broadband experience for the consumer.

As of Jan 2011, 148 HSPA operators, i.e. approaching 40%, have committed to HSPA+ network deployments in 67 countries. A total of 103 operators i.e. more than 1 in 4, have commercially launched HSPA+ systems, in 57 countries, according to the Global Mobile Suppliers Association.