Orange, the largest mobile provider in Slovakia, has significantly expanded its 5G network, now reaching 78% of the population across 894 towns and villages. The recent rollout includes coverage for over three dozen villages lacking access to the latest mobile technology.
Among the newly covered locations are Bzince pod Javorinou, Dolný Pial, Horná Streda, Horná Súča, Horný Pial, Ivanovce, Klin, Kočovce, Kostolné, Krivá, Malé Leváre, Malé Vozokany, Melčice-Lieskové, Nová Ves nad Váhom, Nový Život, Oravská Polhora, Plavecké Podhradie, Plavecký Mikuláš, Plavecký Štvrtok, Pusté Úľany, Rabča, Sihelné, Suchohrad, Vaďovce, Váhovce, Važec, Veľké Vozokany, Závažná Poruba, Zeleneč, and Zemplínske Hámre.
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5G Internet for Business Customers
Orange aims to enhance its coverage further, targeting at least 80% of the population by the end of the year. Similarly, 4ka has announced plans to extend its reach to 80 additional Slovák cities within the same timeframe.
The company has become the first operator in the country to offer 5G internet connectivity to business customers. The service is now fully available for companies following a successful test phase completed in December, 2023. It provides fast and stable internet access, even in areas without an optical network connection, making it suitable as both a primary and backup solution.
The service can be deployed anywhere, leveraging Orange’s advanced 5G network. This network is bolstered by other cutting-edge technologies, such as optical connections and 60 GHz microwave links, demonstrating Orange’s commitment to providing reliable, high-speed internet access.
Additionally, Orange’s 5G Business Internet package includes enhanced cybersecurity features. Its Online Protection service protects against DDoS attacks, spam, viruses, and phishing attempts, ensuring comprehensive online security for businesses.
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Slovakia’s 5G Coverage
The current 5G coverage among Slovak operators shows varying expansion levels nationwide. O2 has the most extensive coverage, reaching 81.4% of the population. Orange follows closely, providing 5G connectivity to 78% of the population, solidifying its position as the second-largest 5G provider.
Telecom, another major player in the market, covers 62% of the population with its 5G network. Meanwhile, 4ka, although smaller in comparison, has made progress by extending its coverage to over 10%, with plans for further expansion in the coming years.
