Verizon's LTE network was the biggest undertaking of its kind worldwide and now has more than 3 million subscribers, placing North America on top of the LTE game worldwide.
The chart below from TeleGeography visualizes the trends in LTE deployment for the next few years, and some not so surprising developments are expected.
While LTE is used currently by only a fraction of all mobile subscribers, as you can see from the shortish bars below, it is about to proliferate much faster in places like Asia than in North America, due to the sheer size of the markets.
In 2016, LTE subscribers in Asia are expected to hit 200 million, with the current leader North America close to the 80 millionth mark. Still, we'd wager to say that North America, and Verizon in particular, will continue to hold the "most expensive" title in the world of LTE networks.
Daniel, a devoted tech writer at PhoneArena since 2010, has been engrossed in mobile technology since the Windows Mobile era. His expertise spans mobile hardware, software, and carrier networks, and he's keenly interested in the future of digital health, car connectivity, and 5G. Beyond his professional pursuits, Daniel finds balance in travel, reading, and exploring new tech innovations, while contemplating the ethical and privacy implications of our digital future.
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