3G (Third Generation)

Third Generation Wireless Communication (3G)

International Mobile Telecommunications-2000 (IMT--2000), better known as 3G or 3rd Generation, is a generation of standards for mobile phones and mobile telecommunications services fulfilling specifications by the International Telecommunication Union. The use of 3G technology is also able to transmit packet switch data efficiently at better and increased bandwidth. 3G mobile technologies proffers more advanced services to mobile users. Transmission speeds from 125kbps to 2Mbps.

In 2005, 3G is ready to live up to its performance in computer networking (WCDMA, WLAN and Bluetooth) and mobile devices area (cell phone and GPS).

Figure representing 3G mobile

Keys

• Data are sent through technology called packet switching.
• Voice calls are interpreted using circuit switching 
• Access to Global Roaming 
• Clarity in voice calls 
• Fast Communication, Internet, Mobile T.V, Video Conferencing, Video Calls, Multi Media Messaging Service (MMS), 3D gaming, Multi-Gaming etc are also available with 3G phones