Telstra and Optus have both announced plans to expand 4G services in the Newcastle and Hunter regions, with both telcos promising ‘ultra-fast’ mobile coverage.

 

While Optus’ 4G network has been activated in areas across Greater Newcastle as well as the Hunter Valley, Telstra has concentrated its efforts on Newcastle and the immediate area.

 

“Since launching 4G in Newcastle last September, Telstra has quickly expanded its 4G product range to include advanced smartphones, a 4G tablet and three mobile broadband devices including a 4G Mobile Wi-Fi which allows customers to share a 4G network connection with up to five devices simultaneously,” Telstra Area General Manager Chris Cusack said.

 

The announcement by Optus comes ahead of their planned 4G capital city network rollout, which will see the company deliver 4G services to Melbourne, Sydney, Perth and Brisbane from mid-2012.