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Cell Phone Jamming Device and Network Jammer in Türkiye

There are several mobile network operators in Türkiye that provide phone services throughout the country. In this article, we will look at the main operators in Türkiye and the frequency bands they currently use.

Turkey uses GSM, which is compatible with most European, Asian, and Australian phones, but not North American or Japanese phones. The three major network providers in Turkey are Turkcell, Vodafone, and Türk Telekom. They offer 2G, 3G, and 4G/LTE, but not 5G. Your phone must support Turkish carrier bands and frequencies to work in Turkey.

Will my mobile phone work in Türkiye?

The answer is it depends. It depends on the model, brand and origin of the phone, as well as the network standards, bands and frequencies it supports.

This verifies if your phone is Turkish compatible. Enter your phone brand and model and select Turkey. The program will tell you if your phone is compatible with Turkish networks and which providers.

Signal interference regulation in Turkey

Turkey's telecommunications signals and communications regulation is the responsibility of the Information and Communications Technologies Authority (ICTA). ICTA is a Turkish government agency that regulates the country's communications and information technology sectors, including telecommunications, Internet services, broadcasting, and related technologies.

Signal jammers are legal in Turkey

According to Turkey's Electronic Communications Law and the Communications and Information Technology Authority (BTK), the use of jammers without permission is considered illegal. The law specifically prohibits any unauthorized equipment, especially those that cause signal interference. Signal jammers may be used in some special cases, such as by security departments or law enforcement agencies with legal authorization, but these uses must be approved by the relevant authorities.

Mobile network operators in Turkey:
Türk Telekom

Türk Telekom is the largest telecommunications company in Turkey, founded in 1840 as Turkey's postal and telecommunications company. Today, it has transformed into a comprehensive telecommunications service provider.

The following are the main frequency bands used by Türk Telekom:

  • GSM 900 MHz
  • GSM 1800 MHz
  • UMTS 2100 MHz(Band 1)
  • LTE 800 MHz (Band 20)
  • LTE 900 MHz (Band 8)
  • LTE 1800 MHz (Band 3)
  • LTE 2600 MHz (Band 7)
Vodafone Turkey

Vodafone is a well-known telecommunications brand worldwide, and its Turkish subsidiary Vodafone Turkey has a strong market share in the mobile communications sector.

The following is an overview of the frequency bands used by Vodafone Turkey:

  • GSM 900 MHz
  • GSM 1800 MHz
  • UMTS 2100 MHz(Band 1)
  • LTE 800 MHz (Band 20)
  • LTE 900 MHz (Band 8)
  • LTE 1800 MHz (Band 3)
  • LTE 2600 MHz (Band 7)
Turkcell

Turkcell is Türkiye's leading mobile communications operator, founded in 1994 and headquartered in Istanbul.

  • GSM 900 MHz(Band 8)
  • GSM 1800 MHz
  • UMTS 2100 MHz(Band 1)
  • LTE 700 MHz (Band n28)
  • LTE 1800 MHz (Band 3)
  • LTE 2600 MHz (Band 7)
  • 5G 3500 MHz Band (Band n78)
Türk Telekom Mobile (Avea)

Avea is a mobile brand under Türk Telekom, a Turkish telecommunications company, that provides mobile communications and data services. Avea competes with Türkcell and Vodafone in the Turkish market.

The following are the frequency bands that Türk Telekom Mobile mainly operates in:

  1. 900 MHz Band (Band 8): Mainly used for 2G (GSM) and 4G LTE services.
  2. 1800 MHz Band (Band 3): Mainly used for 4G LTE networks, providing higher data transmission speeds
  3. 2100 MHz Band (Band 1): Once used for 3G networks, but now also used for 4G LTE services.
  4. 2600 MHz Band (Band 7): High frequency band, dedicated to 4G LTE services, providing faster download speeds and higher data transmission rates.
  5. 700 MHz Band (Band n28): Currently mainly used for 4G LTE services, and may be used for 5G networks in the future.
  6. 3500 MHz Band (Band n78): Used for the deployment of 5G networks, providing faster download speeds, lower latency, and higher network capacity.
Bimcell

Bimcell is a virtual mobile network operator (MVNO) launched by Turkish retailer BIM Supermarket, in cooperation with the BİM (BİM Birleşik Mağazalar A.Ş.) supermarket chain and Türk Telekom. It provides consumers with competitively priced prepaid and postpaid packages in cooperation with Türk Telekom's network. Relying on Türk Telekom's network infrastructure, Bimcell's services cover most parts of Turkey, including urban and rural areas.

Bimcell uses the same frequency bands as Türk Telekom, mainly using the following bands to provide 2G, 3G and 4G network services:

  1. 900 MHz Band (Band 8): Mainly used for 2G GSM services, but also supports 4G LTE. Low frequency bands have better signal penetration and are suitable for covering wide areas, especially in rural areas and far from cities.
  2. 1800 MHz Band (Band 3): Mainly used for 4G LTE networks, providing good data transmission speeds. This band is widely used in cities and suburbs to ensure stable 4G connections.
  3. 2100 MHz Band (Band 1): Originally used for 3G services, but now also used for 4G LTE networks. This band provides higher data transmission speeds and is suitable for urban areas and areas with high data demand.
  4. 2600 MHz Band (Band 7): Used for 4G LTE services, supports high-speed data transmission. Due to its higher frequency, the coverage area is smaller, so it is mainly used in urban areas and densely populated places.
  5. 700 MHz Band (Band n28): Currently mainly used for 4G LTE networks, it may be used for 5G networks in the future. The low frequency band has a wider coverage area, especially suitable for areas far away from cities.
Which frequency band should I choose to block mobile phone signals in Turkey?

Choose the right frequency band to block mobile phone signals:

In order to effectively block mobile phone signals in Turkey, you must lock the frequency band used by mobile operators. The most commonly used frequencies in Turkey are:

  1. GSM 900MHz
  2. GSM 1800MHz
  3. UMTS 2100 MHz
  4. LTE 800 MHz (Band 20)
  5. LTE 900 MHz (Band 8)
  6. LTE 1800 MHz (Band 3)
  7. LTE 2600 MHz (Band 7)
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