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Neotel - NeoFlex Voice - Least Cost Routing Solutions

NeoFlex Voice - PABX Wireless CDMA Lines

• Neotel is on the verge of launching a brand new Telecommunication Product which intergrates well into any PABX,Telephone Switchboard System . The new system is called NeoFlex Voice Least Cost Routing and it has been specifically developed to cater for the distinctive needs of Small and Medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
  
  
• Let's face it, SMEs are the economic lifeblood of our country, and thus - a system which can enable them to do business more effectively - represents a big step forward. Of critical importance is the fact that NeoFlex Voice as compared to Premicells will translate into bottom line savings, whilst delivering superior voice quality - and all the while being backed up with very diligent service.
  
  
• Another attractive aspect of this CDMA-based system (a cellular technology used extensively overseas) is that only minimal capital expenditure is required. The system is essentially Wireless and can be rapidly connected at any point within Neotel's wide-ranging area of coverage.
  
  
• This translates into an important logistical benefit for SMEs: they will be able to expand or relocate their operations without having to worry about the time-consuming hassles of setting up new phone lines.Telephone usage can be traced using the Man3000 or Siemens Proteus Telephone Management Software.
  
  
• Also, because of the Wireless dimension, such businesses will thankfully be pretty much immune to the perennial problems of cable theft and copper degradation. NeoFlex Voice connects easily to all new and most existing PBX Systems. It's up-and-running quickly and is backed-up by really great Service. Neotel's channel partner, Samsung Networking, will undertake to Service and Maintain the terminal Equipment through a nationwide network of some 96 communication centres.

Neotel - NeoFlex Data - Wireless ADSL Telco CDMA Business Lines

Neotels Neoflex makes use of an Axesstel MV400 series CDMA router.

Local Performance
Locally we were pinging Johannesburg to Cape Town at between 110ms and 130ms with an average of around 115ms. Local Johannesburg pings were higher sitting at between 140ms to 170ms with 150ms being a relative constant.

Download test speeds ranged between 1050Kb/s and 2200Kb/s with a very reasonable 1500Kb/s average.

Local web browsing was comparable to 4Mbp/s ADSL. Downloads were also very quick and often outstripped the offices 4Mbp/s ADSL line.

Unfortunately, Neotel's 50ms promised latencies were just not there. This makes the Neoflex package unsuitable for high speed FPS gaming. Some Call of Duty Servers were able to deliver around 90ms quite consistently which is almost acceptable, but still not ideal with frequent lag spikes making matters worse.

International Performance
When testing the Neoflex unit on international traffic we were pleasantly surprised.

International web browsing was about as good as 4Mb/s ADSL. We found that streaming videos on sites like You tube often buffered faster than on a regular 4Mb/s ADSL line. Furthermore, viewing pictures on pages like Face book and My space was highly responsive.

Downloads constantly hit between 1Mb/s and 1900Kb/s averaging around 1400Kb/s with uploads of between 280Kb/s and 600Kb/s. Latencies sat at between 360ms and 560ms with occasional spikes. On average one can expect a relatively constant 400ms.

This is good news for World of Warcraft players as we were able to comfortably play with reasonable latency. Depending on the server, time of day and area population, we played on latencies between 300ms and 650ms with occasional spikes.

When it came to downloading torrents, the Neoflex system performed as well as any 4Mb/s ADSL line with speeds being bottle necked by seed counts long before the broadband service hit its limit. Individual torrent download speeds ranged between 10kb/s and 150kb/s and were completely dependent on the available resources.

Telkom ADSL killer?
Neotels new Neoflex offering is definitely a potential Telkom ADSL killer.

It beats ADSL for installation waiting periods, and is extremely reliable. We did not experience any connection loss over the three week trial period. This is more than we can say for the office ADSL line, which was supplanted by our Neoflex router for a day or two of Telkom down time.

The only criticisms I have at this stage is that Neoflex, like any other wireless service is not suitable for online high-speed gaming. If this is of no consequence to you, and you fall within Neotels coverage map then there is no reason to get anything else right now.

Our final reservation is regarding pricing. Neotel has yet to announce its pricing packages, which makes it difficult to recommend at this stage. Based on Neotels history however, we predict that they will launch at a competitive price point.

The service should be up any day now, and we will publish a full article including their pricing and packages as soon as they are available.

Neotel NeoConnect Prime

NeoConnect Prime

• Imagine a service all in one! One wireless service, one bill, one product that allows you to access the Internet, make voice calls and SMS. All connected instantly! Welcome to the NeoConnect converged Platform.
  
  
• This single connection is wireless, eliminating long waiting periods and complex installation procedures. You no longer need to use multiple devices, pay separate line rentals and internet access charges Neotel brings you the benefits of a single device in an integrated monthly rental. With NeoConnnect you are no longer restricted to one place! Since NeoConnect is a wireless service, you can use it anywhere in your city, within Neotels specified coverage areas.
  
  
• NeoConnect Prime gives you a wireless phone with high-speed and high-capacity Internet access, SMS and voice, on a single account, giving you everything and more.
  
  What are the benefits of NeoConnect Prime?
  
  
• High-Performance Internet with peak download speeds of up t0 2.4Mbps, and average speeds between 300 to 700Kbps.
  
  
• High data capacities starting at the entry level of 2.5GB, continuing to unlimited data, depending on your lifestyle needs.
  
  
• Crystal-clear voice ensuring high quality, flawless conversations, all the time, every time, at the cost of traditional landline calls.
  
  
• Enhanced voice services such as Caller-Line Identification (CLI), call-forwarding and call-waiting for greater flexibility in managing your communications
  
  
• Even more ways to keep in touch with the ability to send and receive SMS, as well as your own email account.
  
  
• A wireless service you can use anywhere within the coverage area in your city. You should never feel limited by a cord.
  
  
• True convergence with a single phone number, one device, one account and so many ways to communicate.
  
  
• Hassle-free communications device that comes ready to use, with no complex installation requirements.
  
  
• True value with a single, all-inclusive monthly fee and uncomplicated usage charges for any out-of-package usage. All-in-one bill with no fine print.

Neotel NeoConnect Lite

NeoConnect Lite

• Imagine a service all in one! One wireless service, one bill, one product that allows you to access the Internet, make voice calls and SMS. All connected instantly! Welcome to the NeoConnect converged Platform.
  
  
• This single connection is wireless, eliminating long waiting periods and complex installation procedures. You no longer need to use multiple devices, pay separate line rentals and internet access charges Neotel brings you the benefits of a single device in an integrated monthly rental. With NeoConnnect you are no longer restricted to one place! Since NeoConnect is a wireless service, you can use it anywhere in your city, within Neotels specified coverage areas.
  
  
• NeoConnect Lite gives you a wireless phone with basic Internet access, SMS and voice, on a single account, giving you everything and more for those with lower data requirements.
  
  What are the benefits of NeoConnect Lite?
  
  
• Crystal-clear voice ensuring high quality, flawless conversations, all the time, every time, at the cost of traditional landline calls.
  
  
• Internet for starters with peak download speeds of 153.5Kbps and average speeds between 50 and 100Kbps. You can email, browse the Internet and download simple games, wallpapers and images.
  
  
• High data capacities from 2G to Unlimited data, depending in the package you select.
  
  
• Even more ways to keep in touch with the ability to send and receive SMS, as well as your own email account.
  
  
• A wireless service you can use anywhere within the coverage area in your city. You should never feel limited by a cord.
  
  
• True convergence with a single phone number, one device, one account and so many ways to communicate.
  
  
• Hassle-free communications device that comes ready to use, with no complex installation requirements.
  
  
• True value with a single, all-inclusive monthly fee and uncomplicated usage charges for any out-of-package usage. All-in-one bill with no fine print.