Singtel has once again solidified its position as Singapore’s leading telco by becoming the first to deploy the 700 MHz spectrum on Band 28, significantly enhancing its nationwide 5G coverage. This upgrade marks the introduction of Singtel 5G+, promising stronger and more reliable connectivity, especially in high-rise indoor spaces, underground locations, and remote areas.
What Singtel 5G+ Brings to the Table
With this latest enhancement, Singtel’s 5G signal strength is set to increase by up to 40%, ensuring seamless connectivity in areas where signal penetration has traditionally been a challenge. This includes office towers, MRT tunnels, and outlying regions of Singapore such as Tuas, Kranji, Sungei Kadut, Changi East, and Jurong Island—key industrial and logistical hubs where telecommunications infrastructure is often constrained.
Wider Coverage, Zero Additional Cost
The expansion will benefit approximately 1.5 million subscribers, spanning Singtel’s mobile enterprise, postpaid, prepaid, and GOMO 5G customers. Best of all, this improved network experience comes at no extra cost to existing users.
Why the 700 MHz Band Matters
The 700 MHz spectrum is known for its long-range propagation capabilities, allowing signals to travel greater distances while maintaining high-quality connections. This is particularly crucial for military camps, factories, and warehouses, where robust connectivity is essential but infrastructure limitations pose challenges.
For consumers, this means smoother video calls, ultra-responsive gaming, and lag-free live streaming—even in difficult-to-reach areas. Meanwhile, businesses and enterprises will benefit from faster data transfers and analytics, which are critical for industries like healthcare, public safety, and port operations.
Powering a More Advanced 5G Network
Singtel’s 5G+ is expected to leverage Carrier Aggregation (CA), combining the newly deployed n28 band (700 MHz) with the existing n78 band (3.5 GHz) to deliver up to 140 MHz of bandwidth. This dual-band approach ensures better performance, greater reliability, and a more efficient 5G experience across the island.
With this latest innovation, Singtel continues to push the boundaries of mobile connectivity in Singapore, reinforcing its commitment to delivering best-in-class network experiences for both consumers and businesses alike. Expect a stronger, faster, and more resilient 5G+ network as Singtel rolls out this game-changing upgrade.
If you are eager to try out 5G+, here are some GOMO plans available and you might need to have a compatible handset to take advantage of the extra bandwidth and 5G band.
