In Japan, SoftBank launched its residential 3G femtocell service in January 2009 with devices provided by Ubiquisys. In the same year, the operator launched a project to deploy femtocells to deliver outdoor services in rural environments where existing coverage is limited. In May 2010, SoftBank Mobile launched the first free femtocell offer, providing open access femtocells free of charge to its residential and business customers.
In Japan, SoftBank initiated its residential 3G femtocell service in January 2009 using devices from Ubiquisys. In that same year, the operator began a project to deploy femtocells for outdoor services in rural areas with limited coverage. In May 2010, SoftBank Mobile introduced the first free femtocell offer, making open-access femtocells available without charge to both residential and business customers.