North Korea is modernizing its technologies — as only North Korea can. Foreigners are now able to bring their phones, with the caveat that they must purchase North Korean SIM cards upon arrival. Now Koryolink, a North Korean mobile phone provider, plans to launch a 3G data service — but only foreigners can use it. More than one million North Koreans use mobile phones, but not a one will be able to use the new 3G network
North Korea Widens 3G Coverage - for Outsiders Only
Posted by: David Vranicar February 25, 2013 10:45 AMNorth Korea is modernizing its technologies — as only North Korea can. Foreigners are now able to bring their phones, with the caveat that they must purchase North Korean SIM cards upon arrival. Now Koryolink, a North Korean mobile phone provider, plans to launch a 3G data service — but only foreigners can use it. More than one million North Koreans use mobile phones, but not a one will be able to use the new 3G network