Macau to shut down 2G networks for roaming users ⋆

Macau to shut down 2G networks for roaming users

Authorities in Macau have approved a plan by three of the territory’s mobile operators to finally switch off their 2G networks. macau networks for roaming users

The cellcos – CTM, Hutchison, and SmarTone – stopped offering GSM-based 2G services for domestic users in mid-2015, but maintained their networks for roaming visitors from mainland China. A fourth operator – China Telecom Macau – was allowed to terminate its own CDMA-based 2G services back in 2010.

A statement from the regulator, the Post and Telecommunications Bureau (CTT), says the operators are now free to switch off their legacy GSM systems from 1 August 2019, with spectrum to be freed up for other technologies. 93% of mobile users in Macau are subscribed to 4G services, with the remainder using 3G networks.

As a result, the operators will be able to concentrate resources on improving and developing other network technologies and services, while the government will allocate the frequencies to other telecom services, contributing to increased efficiency of spectrum use. macau networks for roaming users

Macau has several mobile network operators that provide roaming services for visitors.

Here’s an overview of the major networks in Macau: macau networks for roaming users

CTM (Companhia de Telecomunicações de Macau) – CTM is the largest mobile network operator in Macau and provides 4G LTE coverage across the territory. Visitors can purchase a prepaid SIM card at the airport or at any of the CTM shops located throughout Macau. CTM also offers roaming services for visitors from selected countries, which can be activated by contacting the operator or through their website.
SmarTone – SmarTone is another mobile network operator in Macau that provides 4G LTE coverage. Visitors can purchase a prepaid SIM card at the airport or at any of the SmarTone shops located throughout Macau. SmarTone also offers roaming services for visitors from selected countries, which can be activated by contacting the operator or through their website.
3 Macau – 3 Macau is a mobile network operator that provides 4G LTE coverage across the territory. Visitors can purchase a prepaid SIM card at the airport or at any of the 3 Macau shops located throughout Macau. 3 Macau also offers roaming services for visitors from selected countries, which can be activated by contacting the operator or through their website.
China Telecom – China Telecom provides 4G LTE coverage in Macau and offers roaming services for visitors from selected countries. Visitors can purchase a prepaid SIM card at the airport or at any of the China Telecom shops located throughout Macau.

It’s important to note that while Macau is part of China, it operates its own mobile network infrastructure and is not covered by mainland China’s mobile networks. Visitors should check with their home mobile network operator for international roaming rates and packages before traveling to Macau.