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Apr. 18, 2009

Verizon Wireless has released an initial set of LTE technical specifications for devices that will run on its newly proposed upgraded network.

The decision is meant to encourage mobile developers to design wireless devices that can take advantage of 4G network speeds and capabilities, according to the company.

Verizon Wireless will host a Web conference on May 13 to discuss the latest on its LTE specifications.

Two months ago, Verizon Wireless announced some very aggressive plans to roll out two LTE test markets in 2009 and 25 to 30 additional markets by the end of 2010.

Verizon added that it hopes to have a nationwide deployment by 2015.

The newly proposed developer specs will mark the next phase of the company’s open development initiative by broadening the program to include the upcoming LTE technology.

Since the launch of the open development program, Verizon Wireless reports having certified no less than thirty-six devices on its current 3G network.

Tony Lewis, v.p. of open development at Verizon Wireless, stressed innovation in hardware development as key to the success of an open network.

“Hardware is the starting point, and Verizon Wireless is encouraging mobile developers to get excited about designing innovative products and services the future requires,” said Lewis.

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Source: Verizon Wireless.