Yamada Denki and Bic camera to enter next-generation high-speed communication service

WILLCOM 's next - generation PHS "XGP"And KDDI series"UQ WiMAXAlthough the full-scale start of high-speed data communication service using the frequency of 2.5 GHz band is coming close, such as Yamada Denki and major Big Camera mass merchant shops, it became clear that BIC camera enters.

Yodobashi cameras already have the lowest price in the industryWe offer public wireless LAN service at a monthly rate of 380 yenBut will other companies also enter high-speed data communication services in the future?

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Next-generation high-speed wireless, entering two home electronics mass merchandise Yamada Denki and Bic camera mobile - latest news: IT-PLUS

According to the Nihon Keizai Shimbun news report, Yamada Denki and Bic camera are going to enter the next generation high speed communication service. This is based on the line of KDDI series high-speed communication service "UQ WiMAX" which starts full-scale deployment from July, it is possible to acquire users with weak communication fee as a weapon and lead to increased sales of personal computers etc. It is aiming.

In addition, as a background of the entry of two home electronics mass retailers into high-speed communication services, it is mentioned that the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications is encouraging the entry of different industries to promote competition in the next-generation high-speed wireless business, This is the first time that the concrete plans became clear.

By the way, major provider BIGLOBE will provide high-speed communication service with a monthly charge of 4263 yen using "UQ WiMAX" lineTo start "BIGLOBE high speed mobile WiMAX"In addition to being clear,Panasonic is considering providing communication services using both WiMAX and next generation PHS "XGP"However, as a result of the collection of funds by entering various companies, will the promotion of the maintenance of the base station network be promoted? I am very anxious.