Kuwait, 10 April 2017

VIVA, Kuwait's fastest-growing and most developed telecom operator, has successfully tested the fifth-generation “5G” in its lab and was able to achieve almost 35Gbps. Being the first telecom company in Kuwait to try the unrivalled 5G, reflects its continuous commitment to its customers to deliver up-to-date technologies that meet their aspirations.

Mr. Abdulrazzaq Bader Al-Essa Commented: “"The 5G is one of the latest technologies in the generation of communications, therefore VIVA is proud to test this unique service that will enable customers to exchange information and communicate at high speed."

5G is the coming fifth-generation wireless broadband technology in the telecom world after the 4th generation (LTE).  5G aims at higher capacity and better latency than current 4G (LTE) which will allow a higher density of mobile broadband users, 5G will be providing multiple gigabit speeds in cityscape areas which will allow people and machines to step into a new era of information technology and help better in implementing the internet of things (IoT).

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About VIVA
VIVA is the fastest-growing telecom operator in Kuwait. Launched in December 2008, VIVA makes things Possible for its customers by transforming communication, information and entertainment experiences. The company has rapidly established an unrivalled position in the market through its customer centric approach. VIVA's quest is to be the mobile brand of choice in Kuwait by being transparent, engaging, energetic and fulfilling. VIVA continues to take a considerable share of the market by offering an innovative range of best value products, services and content propositions; a state of the art, nationwide network and world-class service. VIVA offers internet speeds of more than 100 Mbps, due to the implementation of the most advanced fourth generation (4G LTE) network in Kuwait resulting in superior coverage, performance and reliability.

For more information, visit VIVA at one of its 73 branches or on www.viva.com.kw or any of its authorized dealers across Kuwait.

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