Bluetooth

Launched in 2000, Bluetooth is a standard for data exchange between devices using radio waves. It allows data transmission within a range of 10 meters at 360° and enables the creation of wireless micro-networks in offices and even at home.

EDGE

EDGE, also known as E-GPRS, is an intermediate step between GPRS and UMTS. This system, based on software updates for GSM and some modifications to the network, allows for certain features found on the UMTS (Universal Mobile Telecommunication System) network. EDGE uses the same principle as GPRS with a data rate reaching an average of 144 Kb/s with peaks at 216 Kb/s.

EMS (Enhanced Message Service)

This system allows the sending and receiving of SMS composed of text, logos or icons, and simple sounds. EMS is a new feature available on recent mobile devices.

GPRS (Global Packet Radio Service)

GPRS, based on packet data transmission, achieves a data rate 10 times greater than that of GSM, enabling new functionalities such as Internet access, sending and receiving multimedia messages, etc. Data transmission occurs in "packets," meaning it is based on the quantity of data transmitted and received rather than the duration of the communication. However, it is not an independent network: GPRS is merely an advanced version of GSM. It is obtained through software updates of the latter. We even refer to GSM as GPRS-compatible; during a phone conversation, the GPRS standard is not used (it switches to GSM).

GSM (Global System for Mobile Communication)

A global standard for mobile telephony that enables telephone communications on mobile devices. GSM only carries voice and simple text (SMS) but does not allow functionalities such as Internet access, sending and receiving images, etc.

MMS (Multimedia Message Service)

This system allows the sending and receiving from a compatible mobile (recent models), or from the Web network, messages containing photos, animations, videos, music excerpts, etc., to other compatible mobile devices or to an email address. MMS also allows the reception of image-based information (news, weather, cinema, outings, etc.) on one's mobile phone.

Roaming

International roaming is a service available at Mobilis without activation fees or security deposits. It allows our subscribers abroad to make and receive calls with the same number that works in Algeria. Customers of foreign operators linked with Mobilis through roaming agreements also have the option to use their phones on the Mobilis network in Algeria. Billing is fully managed by Mobilis' billing platform.

Streaming

This technology is used for the continuous streaming of images and sounds from a mobile phone over the UMTS network. With streaming, video content is delivered continuously without loading time and therefore without waiting, allowing users to watch movies on their mobile phones.

UMTS (Universal Mobile Telecommunications System)

Completely new and independent of GSM, UMTS is the network of the future. It operates like GPRS in "packet" mode. Its transmission speed, however, is 200 times that of GSM and 10 times that of GPRS. This performance allows for high-speed Internet browsing, watching television on mobile devices, or downloading movies. UMTS is already operational in several Western European countries. In Algeria, Mobilis will launch the first experiments on December 15, 2004.

USSD (Unstructured Supplementary Service Data)

A mobile communication system (GSM) used to send text from a mobile phone to an application via the network. Unlike SMS, USSD is only valid during the transaction and is not stored in memory.

Video Phone

Video telephony is a new technology that allows users to see their correspondent on their mobile phone screen during a phone call. It is possible on fixed phones and third-generation mobile devices (UMTS).