Introduced in Release 13 of the 3GPP specifications, PSM enables mobile / devices to reduce power consumption by effectively powering off for long periods of time. However, during such periods, the mobile / device remains attached to the network and maintains any PDP (Packet Data Protocol) Contexts or EPS (Evolved Packet System) bearers.
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