ZTE, SoftBank launch 4G WiFi router

ZTE in association with SoftBank, a Japanese operator will release SoftBank 102Z, a next-generation high-speed 4G WiFi router in August.

SoftBank 102Z was developed by ZTE. It has a download speed of up to 76Mbps on SoftBank's 4G AXGP high-speed network and can support ten connecting terminal devices simultaneously. The router also has a lithium ion battery with a capacity of 2800mAh and seven hours of battery life. Its sleek design resembles an ultra-slim mobile phone, claimed a press release.

“SoftBank is very selective when choosing collaborators. ZTE's partnership with SoftBank on this router is indicative of our dedication to quality products and the worldwide development of 4G,” said ZTE Japan Terminal Division Manager Wang Qi.

The company has launched several tailor-made 4G terminal products in cooperation with SoftBank over the past two years, including the high-speed USB SoftBank 004Z data card in February 2011 and the SoftBank 006Z wireless router in June 2011. Among all vendors, the company also possesses 7 per cent of global patents in the area of 4G.

“2012 is the year when ZTE will achieve strategic 4G terminal roll-out in several global markets. We also launch will launch several 4G terminal products such as smart phones, network cards and tablets in multiple markets,” said He Shiyou, Executive Vice President, and Head of the Terminal Handset Division, ZTE.