
ZTE Corporation has partnered with DITO Telecommunity to deploy TDD Massive MIMO technology across the Philippines. This collaboration aims to significantly enhance mobile connectivity and capacity, particularly in areas with high demand..
DITO boasts over 7,000 physical sites, 86% network coverage, and more than 13 million active users. With a strong focus on 5G services, where it leads in speed and user experience, DITO is experiencing rapid growth in its 4G subscriber base.
To address the surging demand for 4G services, DITO conducted a comprehensive evaluation of TDD Massive MIMO technologies, including 8T8R, 64T64R, and other configurations. After careful analysis, the 32T32R solution was selected for its exceptional performance and cost-effectiveness.
ZTE and DITO launched the pilot site in high-demand areas. Then, the 32T32R deployment achieved outstanding results compared to 8T8R:
- 99% improvement in spectrum efficiency
- 92% increase in average cell traffic volume
- 75% growth in average connected users
These figures demonstrate the transformative potential of TDD Massive MIMO in optimizing 4G network capacity while ensuring cost-effectiveness.
Following the success of the pilot program, ZTE and DITO are expanding the commercial rollout of the 32T32R solution. This initiative will not only alleviate network congestion in high-traffic areas but also enable DITO to meet the evolving connectivity needs of Filipino consumers