What is EDGE Technology - Enhanced Data Rates for GSM Evolution

EDGE Technology (Enhanced Data Rates for GSM Evolution Technology)

EDGE technology is an extended version of GSM. It allows the clear and fast transmission of data and
information. EDGE is also termed as IMT-SC or single carrier. EDGE technology was invented and
introduced by Cingular, which is now known as AT& T. EDGE is radio technology and is a part of third
generation technologies. EDGE technology is preferred over GSM due to its flexibility to carry packet
switch data and circuit switch data.

EDGE technology

EDGE is termed as backward compatible technology; backward compatible technology is that

technology which allows the input generation of older devices. EDGE technology is supported by third
generation partnership projects; this association helps and supports the up gradation of GSM, EDGE
technology and other related technologies. The frequency, capability and performance of EDGE
technology is more than the 2G GSM Technology. EDGE technology hold more sophisticated coding and
transmission of data. EDGE technology can help you connect to the internet. This technology supports
the packet switching system. EDGE develops a broadband internet connection for its users. EDGE
technology helps its users to exploit the multimedia services .EDGE technology do not involve the
expense of additional hardware and software technologies. It only requires the base station to install
EDGE technology transceiver. EDGE technology is an improved technology which almost supports all the
network vendors. All they have to do is to upgrade their stations. EDGE technology has its edge because
it can make use of both switch circuit technology and packet circuit technology. EDGE technology is also
believed to support EGPRS or in other words enhanced general packet radio service. It is important to
have GPRS network if one wants to use EDGE technology because EDGE can not work without GSM
Technology. Therefore it is an extended version of GSM Technology.

Differences between GSM Technology and EDGE Technology

As an extended version to GSM Technology, EDGE is alike GSM. EDGE technology and GSM technology
have identical symbol rate, because EDGE does not require any supplementary hardware and software
.there is a minor difference in both technologies when it comes to modulation. EDGE technology is three
times faster than ordinary GPRS.EDGE provides three times faster access to data as compared to GSM
Technology alone.

Advantages of EDGE Technology

For the upper five modulation layers EDGE Technology uses 8 PSK. There is a three bit phase carrier. This
triples the gross data rate for GSM Technology. The travels in a rapid speed over the network. This
allows for the convenient and proficient flow of data. The access to the internet and wireless access
points is easy. The multimedia messages and short message services are carried much faster as
compared to the GSM. The data to the sender and receiver is transferred quickly. EDGE technology has
provided the viable growth to the internet and mobile phone operators and subscribers. EDGE
technology is the only technology that has provided the MoldCell user to make use of most advance
multimedia services. This technology offers services as video downloads netsurfing and browsing. The
technology is much easier for the people to use, who used GPRS and GSM at large. The latest mobile
phone sets turn to the enhanced data rates for GSM Technology easily.

The use of EDGE technology has augmented the use of black berry, N97 and N95 mobile phones. EDGE
transfers data in fewer seconds if we compare it with GPRS Technology. For example a typical text file of
40KB is transferred in only 2 seconds as compared to the transfer from GPRS technology, which is 6
seconds. The biggest advantage of using EDGE technology is one does not need to install any additional
hardware and software in order to make use of EDGE Technology. There are no additional charges for
exploiting this technology. If a person is an ex GPRS Technology user he can utilize this technology
without paying any additional charges.

What is 3G Mobile Technology

3G mobile technology is an edge over telephone and internet. Different 2G technologies are now gather
and utilized at one place to give the mobile technology a new dimension and these called 3G mobile
technologies. Combination of all the quality features of different 2G versions brings excellent one best
device with high data transfer rate, maximum width of the frequency band, WiFi facility, and first-rate
roaming. 3G mobile Technology is the combination of earthly and heavenly features.

DMA 2000 (3G Mobile Technology)

Third Generation Partnership Project 2 (TGPP 2) introduced this CDMA 2000. Five countries
Telecommunication standards organization did joint venture to design this technology. This technology
advancement was already entertained by many other systems and serving as 3G Mobile Technology.

Properties:

Able to use verbal and textual service concurrently.

High data transfer rate approximately 200 kbps.

CDMA 2000 provides wireless facility.

W-CDMA (UMTS) - (3G Mobile Technology)

W-CDMA stands for Wideband Code Division Multiple Access is a third generation’s important feature
based on radio transmission system. It is designed by ETSI Alpha organization. It is quite challenging to
apply it because of its complex features and versatile properties.

Properties:

Make hybrid with IS-95 (digital cellular standard) component of 2G technology responsible for the high
frequency.

It is able to download 14.7 Mb/s.

Provide wideband known as Spread Spectrum in addition to code division multiple accesses.

Improved audio-visual effects.

D-SCDMA (3G Mobile Technology)

Time-Division Synchronous Code Division Multiple Access inherited and hybrid from 2G technologies.
This 3G is a step forward as compared to 2G because in 2G either CDMA or TDMA is used to achieve the
relevant property. But in 3G both these technologies have been combined to take benefit from both.

TDMA supports multiple access approach and its time division multiple access enables uplink and
downlink Transmission.

TDMA support GSM enabling sms service.

It helps in multiplexing the FDMA technology with TDMA and CDMA allot whole frequency band to a
specific service and transmit signals converts into digital data to the all the users.

Some other 3G mobile technologies utilized by the 3G mobiles are as follows;

Video technology for video calling or video conference. Here two cameras are used so that caller can see
the other.

Sim based technology with the 3G network connectivity.

GPRS General Packet Radio Service where data is divided into chunks of information and transmit
through radio signals.

EDGE for enhanced data rate service.

W-LAN is a standard for wireless facility through local area network service.

Multimedia technology applications are the key feature for 3g mobile technology.

IP connectivity is an additional feature for voice ca

How 3G Technology Works

As every generation has been introduced with a new advanced technology, third generation(3G) is no
exception. Latest developments in technology are not stunning now rather people are waiting impatiently
for the newest modification and improvements and ready to go for it. 3G technology is the modified form
of second generation it is better to say that all the best features of different versions of 2nd generation are
combined into third generation. Resultantly3G Technology is known as Smartphone with high data
transfer rate, WiFi hotspots connectivity and multimedia features.

Three important technologies which make the 3G standard are CDMA 2000, WCDMA (UMTS), and TD-
SCDMA. The prominent features after the integration of high capability technologies are like high speed
data transfer rate at 3Mbps prop up the usage of internet. It’s the matter of your need now to which mode
you want to switch as to PC, internet, or phone mode, simply it’s a 3 in 1. Let see the technologies used in
3G and their function how they work.
ll or message and video call or video conference.

How 3G (CDMA 2000) Works 

Code Division Multiple Access 2000 is approved by 3GPP2 Organization. CDMA200 hybrid with IS-95 B
provides an unlimited access to IMT-200 Band as well as cdma 200 1x and ideal conditions for the
highest data transfer rate. The cdma 2000 1x evolves into cdma 200 1x EV. This cdma 200 1x EV IS put
into service in two different forms;

 Cdma 2000 1x EV-DO-    1X Evolution data only able to use 1.25 MHz
 Cdma 2000 1x EV-DV-     1x Evolution Data and Voice also use 1.25 MHz
All these versions are supposed to attain the highest speed for greater efficiency of the mobile phones.

How 3G (W-CDMA / UMTS) Works

3G mobile technology has been marked by the CDMA accomplishment. ETSI Alpha group develop this
technology on radio access method. W-CDMA offers challenges in shapes of versatility and complexity of
its design. Its multifaceted single algorithm made the complete system more difficult hence the receiver
becomes a more complex device. It provides friendly environment to the multi-users with greater
simulation and broader interface able to transfer data with time variations.

UMTS network group is experimenting on this new technology to maintain previous 2G module features
and the added features as well in 3G

How 3G (TD-SCDMA) Works

Developed by China Wireless Telecommunication Standard group TD-SCDMA is approved by the ITU.
This technology is based on time synchronization with CDMA. This time division is based on duplex
approach where uplink and downlink traffic transmit in different time slots. This synchronization gives
flexibility to the spectrum for uplink and downlink transmission depending on symmetrical or asymmetrical
information. Asymmetrical information comprises e-mail and internet applications while call system comes
under symmetrical information. During asymmetrical applications downlink is given preference over
uplink. Preference is given to uplink during telephony.

3G Mobile technology is providing 144 kbps connectivity speed which is the highest one in the present
era. It is offering wireless broadband facility an entertainment opportunity of downloading music and
videos, games with 3D effects and conference calls with video facility.

Based on the services, feature plans and areas with the 3G coverage there are many carriers who are
providing it. It is still not fully accessible in all the countries so limitations hinder the availability. The
real 3G technology can be enjoyed with a new mobile phone set and the 3G service pack.

   
All the three technologies mentioned above are working in 3G at their best. Now everyone is looking
forward with expected amazement for the 4G standard as they have for sure belief on the further
advancement in the field of telecommunication already reaches the peak of cellular technology.

Enhanced Data Rates for GSM Evolution

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"EDGE" redirects here. For other uses, see Edge (disambiguation).

Enhanced Data rates for GSM Evolution (EDGE) (also known

as Enhanced GPRS (EGPRS), or IMT Single Carrier (IMT-SC), or Enhanced
Data rates for Global Evolution) is a digital mobile phone technology that allows
improved data transmission rates as a backward-compatible extension of GSM. EDGE
is considered a pre-3G radio technology and is part of ITU's 3G definition.[1] EDGE
was deployed on GSM networks beginning in 2003 — initially by Cingular (now
AT&T) in the United States.[2]

EDGE is standardized by 3GPP as part of the GSM family.

Through the introduction of sophisticated methods of coding and transmitting data,

EDGE delivers higher bit-rates per radio channel, resulting in a threefold increase in
capacity and performance compared with an ordinary GSM/GPRS connection.

EDGE can be used for any packet switched application, such as

an Internet connection.

Evolved EDGE continues in Release 7 of the 3GPP standard providing reduced

latency and more than doubled performance e.g. to complement High-Speed Packet
Access (HSPA). Peak bit-rates of up to 1Mbit/s and typical bit-rates of 400kbit/s can
be expected.

Contents
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 1 Technology
o 1.1 Transmission techniques
o 1.2 EDGE modulation and coding scheme (MCS)
o 1.3 Evolved EDGE
 2 Networks
 3 See also
 4 References
 5 External links

[edit] Technology

EDGE/EGPRS is implemented as a bolt-on

enhancement for 2.5G GSM/GPRS networks, making it easier for existing GSM
carriers to upgrade to it. EDGE is a superset to GPRS and can function on any
network with GPRS deployed on it, provided the carrier implements the necessary
upgrade.

EDGE requires no hardware or software changes to be made in GSM core networks.

EDGE-compatible transceiver units must be installed and the base station subsystem
needs to be upgraded to support EDGE. If the operator already has this in place,
which is often the case today, the network can be upgraded to EDGE by activating an
optional software feature. Today EDGE is supported by all major chip vendors for
both GSM and WCDMA/HSPA.

[edit] Transmission techniques

In addition to Gaussian minimum-shift keying (GMSK), EDGE uses higher-order

PSK/8 phase shift keying (8PSK) for the upper five of its nine modulation and coding
schemes. EDGE produces a 3-bit word for every change in carrier phase. This
effectively triples the gross data rate offered by GSM. EDGE, like GPRS, uses a rate
adaptation algorithm that adapts the modulation and coding scheme (MCS) according
to the quality of the radio channel, and thus the bit rate and robustness of data
transmission. It introduces a new technology not found in GPRS, Incremental
Redundancy, which, instead of retransmitting disturbed packets, sends more
redundancy information to be combined in the receiver. This increases the probability
of correct decoding.

EDGE can carry a bandwidth up to 236.8 kbit/s (with end-to-end latency of less than
150 ms) for 4 timeslots (theoretical maximum is 473.6 kbit/s for 8 timeslots) in packet
mode. This means it can handle four times as much traffic as standard GPRS. EDGE
meets the International Telecommunications Union's requirement for a 3G network,
and has been accepted by the ITU as part of the IMT-2000 family of3G standards. It
also enhances the circuit data mode called HSCSD, increasing the data rate of this
service. EDGE is part of ITU's 3G definition and is considered a 3G radio technology.
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[edit] EDGE modulation and coding scheme (MCS)

EDGE is four times as efficient as GPRS. GPRS uses four coding schemes (CS-1 to 4)
while EDGE uses nine Modulation and Coding Schemes (MCS-1 to 9).

 Coding and modulation   Bit Rate 

 Modulation 
scheme (MCS) (kbit/s/slot)

MCS-1 8.80 GMSK

MCS-2 11.2 GMSK

 MCS-3 14.8 GMSK

MCS-4 17.6 GMSK

MCS-5 22.4 8-PSK

MCS-6 29.6 8-PSK

MCS-7 44.8 8-PSK

MCS-8 54.4 8-PSK

MCS-9 59.2 8-PSK

[edit] Evolved EDGE

Evolved EDGE improves on EDGE in a number of ways. Latencies are reduced by

lowering the Transmission Time Interval by half (from 20 ms to 10 ms). Bit rates are
increased up to 1 MBit/s peak bandwidth and latencies down to 80 ms using dual
carriers, higher symbol rate and higher-order modulation (32QAM and 16QAM
instead of 8-PSK), and turbo codes to improve error correction. And finally signal
quality is improved using dual antennas improving average bit-rates and spectrum
efficiency. EDGE Evolution can be gradually introduced as software upgrades, taking
advantage of the installed base. With EDGE Evolution, end-users will be able to
experience mobile internet connections corresponding to a 500 kbit/s ADSL service.[3]

[edit] Networks
See also: List of EDGE networks

The Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) states that,[4] as of January 2009,
there were 413 GSM/EDGE networks in 177 countries, from a total of 441 mobile
network operator commitments in 184 countries.