3G services launched by Celcom - 1st in Malaysia

Celcom launched the 3G services, the 1st in Malaysia, on Tuesday (17 May 2005) to join the ranks of 33 countries where 77 operators are offering such services.

What is 3G?
3G is a short term for Third generation wireless service. It can bring wireless transmission speeds up to 2Mbps, which allow for high-quality wireless audio and video. The 3G technology also promise that it will "keep people connected at all times and in all places."

The 3G Plus Points listed by the Star (18 May 2005, P2)

• watch a movie or clips of movie trailers on your cellphone
• download and listen to music while on the move
• get instant news coverage
• wide variety of games
• video call and surf the Internet

More information on 3G can be obtained from http://www.fcc.gov/3G/

P/S: How can we put this services into practice? May be we can attend our lectures by using our 3G mobilephone in the very near future.