We live in an LTE country. More than 80% of South Africa has LTE coverage, making it the most pervasive and available broadband service. A type of 4G, LTE (long-term evolution), provides stable internet connections for people, businesses, and even standalone devices. It's the primary way most people access online content. It's also the main backup when fibre or 5G internet isn't available.
You can bundle LTE with other features, such as voice calls. You can enjoy better performance and more affordable data when you select the right LTE plan for your needs. It's really the most flexible broadband choice on the market.
Vodacom offers capped options or anytime data options, which include a fair usage policy. These plans also include:
- Router and SIM are ready to self-install
- Dynamic IP address
- Is plug-and-play
- Offers Basic VoIP capabilities
The next big question is, how do you make sure you get the most out of your LTE connection?
What is LTE?
LTE arrived after 2G and 3G, the 2nd Generation and 3rd Generation mobile connectivity standards. 2G was primarily for voice calls and SMS messages. 3G was the first standard to include data features. However, demand for faster broadband soon outpaced 3G, so mobile networks started upgrading to 4G. LTE is a type of 4G.
LTE is slower than 5G, which is a broadband standard as powerful as fibre internet. But at the moment, LTE is more readily available and can be very fast, especially when networks layer different signals together.
The result is that even though 5G and fibre are the fastest broadband mediums, LTE remains very popular because of its widespread availability and because it can handle most internet tasks. It can stream videos, share photos, download games, and keep us connected.
If you need to upload very big files or want instant response speeds (like when you play online games), fibre and 5G are ideal. But for almost everything else—browsing, messaging, watching videos, chatting, or streaming shows and music—LTE is more than capable.
Choosing the right LTE
The ubiquity and reliability of LTE make it a great fit for personal or business use. But are you getting full value? You can bundle LTE with extra services and select a data plans that match your lifestyle.
Here Are Questions to Help You Understand Which LTE Plan Works for You:
How much data do you use?
If you use less data than you pay for, you waste money, and if you keep running out of data, you are likely spending more on top-ups. Look at how much data you use in a month, then see if your plan sits close to that amount. If not, look for a plan more suited to your needs.
Do you need a voice service as well?
While Vodacom Business LTE is a fixed service, you can add VoIP to your package. For this, you'll need a phone number and a software client or IP phone to make phone calls from your computer. VoIP means the calls are made over the internet, meaning that you need to have sufficient data to use it, no minutes or airtime required.
When are you most active online?
Some bundles offer data for specific times. With Vodacom Business LTE, you get a data plan that includes an anytime bundle allocation and an allocation called Bizday bundles. This bundle is active from 8am to 5pm, covering core work hours and leaving the anytime bundles for employees who are getting in an early start or putting in overtime.
See the Vodacom Business Internet LTE Prices Below:
Do you need a router or just a SIM?
If you already have an LTE router, you can upgrade by buying a new SIM-only bundle. If you don't have an LTE router or want a new one, you can get a bundle deal which includes a router.
Vodacom has a wide range of regular offers and great deals for SIM-only and device bundles, as well as LTE and 5G routers.
If you keep running out of data or voice minutes, or want to save money on a better deal, visit Vodacom today and get the right LTE bundle for your lifestyle, business needs, and budget today!
