‘Glo 3G Hi-speed Internet Modem Offers Speed, Reliability’

Globacom, has said that speed, quality and reliability are some of the unique features which make its new 3G Plus internet modem the best in the market.
Wunmi Jewesimi, head of Globacom’s 3G and BlackBerry Sales said the modem which offers fast, efficient, reliable and affordable internet access also gives subscribers a wide range of interesting applications.
He said continuous upgrade on the Glo network has enabled the company to improve its network quality, thus giving subscribers a world class internet service that delivers fast and easy handling of internet applications.
Such applications include video streaming, gaming, chatting, data download and upload as well as instant messaging. “The enhanced speed makes it possible to do video streaming or gaming without distortions. The user is able to enjoy real time internet sound or video, without having to wait to download a file to play it,” he explained.
“The user can also enjoy world class streaming experience by watching live football matches or sites such as YouTube, CNN and BBC.
Jewesimi said other significant advantages of the new modem include its high quality which makes it compatible with most operating systems. “The user can plug his modem on almost every computer or laptop with a USB port and be able to enjoy the service. The modem’s quality also enables easy connection to the 3G/GPRS coverage of the Glo network which ensures the service can be enjoyed in every part of the country,” he said.
“Another superior benefit of the Glo 3G Plus modem is its ease of installation and use made possible by its plug and play feature. Once the modem is plugged into a desktop or laptop, a Glo Graphic User Interface (GUI) appears on the screen allowing the user to set preferences and begin browsing instantly. The modem also allows access to the Glo Self-Care Portal which assists the customer to resolve certain issues by himself,” he stated.
In addition to the above features, the Glo 3G Plus High Speed Internet service has easy payment options and highly flexible packages for the convenience of customers. The flexible packages, he said, include the All day Packs, Bundled Hour Packs and Flexi packs. The Globacom official added that a customer does not need to go to a shop to select or pay for a package. “Normal recharge cards can be used to pay for the service”, he noted.
Meanwhile, Globacom has introduced a new, specially branded version of the 3G internet modem for sale to the general public. The modem is co-branded in Manchester United FC of England and Glo logos to commemorate the partnership deal signed last season between Globacom and the club. The modems are on sale at Gloworld shops nationwide and they are of the same quality, speed and reliability. The specially branded modems were designed to give football – loving subscribers something unique to add more excitement to their use of the Glo mobile internet modem.
The Glo 3G internet service will receive further boost as more cities pan-Nigeria will soon be covered with 3G technology. Further improvements in terms of bandwidth and, consequently, speed and connectivity will be enjoyed by subscribers when the Glo 1 international submarine cable starts to carry traffic soon.