GENBAND inks partnership with Nokia Networks enabling Nokia Networks to offer GENBAND´s QUANTiX evolved Packet Data Gateway (ePDG) as part of its mobile broadband portfolio and voice evolution solutions such as Voice over WiFi (VoWiFi). The new integrated mobile solution is intended to allow operators to offer consumers cost-effective voice roaming and texting capabilities between different networks including operator over-the-top (OTT) networks - VoWiFi and Voice over LTE(VoLTE).
The GENBAND ePDG, a key component of its Wireless Access Gateway solution will be integrated into Nokia’s Liquid Core portfolio to support multimedia voice, data and video sessions and 'anywhere/any-device services'.
According to Genband, the ePDG provides seamless network hand-offs and enhanced mobility experiences for voice and data applications as consumers roam between networks, enabling VoWiFi and VoLTE interworking.
BG Kumar, Chief Product Officer at GENBAND
Combining GENBAND’s ePDG with Nokia’s Liquid Core portfolio allows operators to take advantage of communications services inWiFi networks, offering their customers the ability to make calls and send messages regardless of where they may be. We are excited to build on our longstanding partnership with Nokia Networks, a global leader in mobile broadband, to bring advanced solutions to the mobile marketplace.
Thorsten Robrecht, Vice President, Nokia Networks.
With the evolution of voice and messaging services, like VoWiFi, the combination of Nokia’s and GENBAND’s solution is an effective way to ensure agility and flexibility for our customers. It allows operators to launch innovative, intelligent solutions while maximizing the value of their networks. As part of our strategy, we will integrate GENBAND’s ePDG in our core portfolio to provide complete solutions to operators, without compromising our quality requirements.
