Verizon Bringing 4G High Speed Wireless To Maui

Photo courtesy of Verizon Wireless.

By Sonia Isotov

Verizon Wireless announced yesterday that it is bringing its high speed 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) network to four Hawaii cities in 2011.

Customers in Hilo, Honolulu, Kahului-Wailuku and Lahaina will be able to experience one of the reportedly fastest, most advanced 4G mobile networks in America. Verizon said in a statement that LTE users should experience average data rates of 5 to 12 megabits per second (Mbps) on the downlink and 2 to 5 Mbps on the uplink.

“Wireless customers in Hawaii who crave speed and reliability can prepare for a strong connection with America’s fastest 4G mobile technology,” said Bobby Morrison, President Verizon Wireless, Pacific Northwest Region, in a written statement yesterday. “With speeds up to ten times faster than 3G, our 4G LTE network will deliver extraordinary wireless productivity and on-the-go entertainment.”

Eventually, the company plans to offer 4G LTE in more than 145 metropolitan areas by the end of the year, including Honolulu International Airport.