Samsung Electronics has selected an advanced HSPA+ modem from ST-Ericsson to support its’ Galaxy S 4G, from T-Mobile USA—the first 4G HSPA+ smart phone capable of theoretical peak download speeds of up to 21 Mbits/s and upload speeds of up to 5.76 Mbits/s (see the figure). Samsung claims that the Thor M5720 modem gives the new smart phone fast connectivity and strong battery life.

Samsung has selected an advanced HSPA+ modem from ST-Ericsson to support its Galaxy S 4G, from T-Mobile USA—the first 4G HSPA+ smart phone capable of theoretical peak download speeds of up to 21 Mbits/s and upload speeds of up to 5.76 Mbits/s.

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The Thor M5720 modem supports 64-state quadrature amplitude modulation (64QAM) technology, enabling mobile operators to more efficiently use their spectrum and transfer more data simultaneously through the air, resulting in a better mobile broadband experience for the consumer.

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