3G Features January 2007
3G Features January 2007
RadioFrame Networks Announces GSM and UMTS Femtocell Products 9 Million PC Card & Embedded 3G/3.5G Modems Sales in 2007
RadioFrame Networks announced the introduction of its first set of commercial femtocell products utilizing the company's recently introduced OmniRadio(TM) Processor Platform. RadioFrame's femtocell products According to the newly released Strategy Analytics report, "Liberating the Laptop: 5-Year Market Outlook on PC Cards & Embedded Wireless WAN Connectivity," the market for cellular PC cards and embedded 3G modems for notebook PCs is set to post spectacular 60 percent growth in 2007. 
Orange Romania Selects Byte New GSA Research Report Updates Evolution of 3G Across the Globe
TriQuint’s Unique Capabilities Support ‘Global Handset Strategy’ for Worldwide Mobile Communications Platforms Ericsson Delivers HSPA Network for DNA Finland
Global Licensing Agreement for 3G UMTS Devices Mobile Entertainment Market Has Potential To Reach $76 Billion By 2011
Mobile solutions innovator Kodiak Networks and ZTE Corp. have signed a worldwide licensing and strategic marketing agreement. Under the agreement, ZTE will feature Kodiak Networks integrated mobile applications Juniper Research predicts that the mobile entertainment market is set for a new era of rapid growth as 3G environments become more commonplace, applications built for mobile predominate and more users in the mass market exploit the mobile phone as a multifunctional communications and entertainment device.
3G Home Base Stations to Challenge WiFi VOIP in Fixed/Mobile Convergence Battle
  
Faster Data Speeds for 3G UMTS
Motorola MOTORAZR V3xx 3G Phone Review
As the effectiveness of indoor UMTS and HSDPA data transmission is a crucial factor for mobile phone users, operators are now faced with increasing demands for high data speeds from its customers Before we get onto that, let’s mention the other Moto handset that is likely to get confused with the V3xx, the MOTORAZR maxx V6. It is also a 3.6Mbps supporting handset, and it has a many similarities to the V3xx, but a few differences too. Among the latter are that it has some touch sensitive music control keys on its front and a 2.0 megapixel main camera where our review handset has a 1.3 megapixel.
NTT DoCoMo to Invest in Corporate Mobile Solutions Business in China
Artificial Life and 3 Hong Kong Launch America's Next Top Model Mobile Game
NTT DoCoMo and UFIDA Software Co., Ltd., the leading Chinese supplier of enterprise resource planning (ERP) software listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange, will enter the corporate mobile solutions market in China through a joint investment in Fidatone Mobile Technology and Service Co., Ltd. Hong Kong-based Artificial Life and 3 Hong Kong today announced the first launch of the America's Next Top Model mobile game in Hong Kong. Based on Cycle 7 of the popular reality TV show,
iPass Revs Up New 3G Service 3G Pocket PC Phone ASUS P735 Launched
iPass, Inc. announced the addition of a new 3G service in the US, based on the high-speed CDMA EV-DO Rev A standard. With this release of this new offering. The P735 allows users to make full use of its 3G capabilities and integrates network connectivity, video conferencing, multimedia applications and many other business functions.
Motorola Expands Strategic Relationship With Texas Instruments to Include High-Volume 3G, WiMAX and OMAP Technologies IMG Acquires Mobile TV Market Leader Nunet
TD-SCDMA 3G Project Undertaken by Spreadtrum and Amoi Officially Approved NTT DoCoMo Selects Aicent GRX Service for 3G Roaming
The iPhone is No Smartphone PSE 3G VAS Genie 3.0 - Getting Started with 3G Premium Services
Two senior ABI Research analysts — wireless research director Stuart Carlaw, and principal mobile broadband analyst Philip Solis — point out that while the iPhone is undoubtedly clever and capable, it is not correct to call it a smartphone, as much of the media has done. Aicent Inc. has confirmed that NTT DoCoMo has chosen to use Aicent Roaming Exchange (GRX) service to provide seamless global data roaming service to its 51 million customers.
Top 10 Global Wireless Predictions for 2007 Europeans are turning their attention to the search capabilities of their mobile phones when looking for new careers, according to a recent report from mobilePeople, a leading mobile search firm.
3G Operator 3 Italy Launches Soccer Community Yell Goes Mobile
Mobaila launched tVideotifosi, the new video community developed in partnership with 3 Italia, dedicated to those willing to share their passion and video provocations about the soccer world. Yell.com announced the launch of two new mobile services, application-based and browser-based, offering the growing number of UK mobile internet users the most advanced and feature-rich mobile services of their kind.
O2 UK Selects Next Generation Fraud Detection and Prevention Solution Vidiator Powers Hong Kong’s Largest 3G Handset Music Library
ECtel Ltd. announced that O2, a leading mobile operator in the UK, has ordered ECtel's next generation fraud detection and prevention solution, FraudView(R) Release 8. The new release was chosen for its advanced capabilities and superior performance in handling high transaction volumes. Vidiator announced that Xeno Music, based on the Xenon Multimedia Delivery Platform, is being used by PCCW to power a new music service -- “MOOV on mobile.”
Vodafone España announced the launch of Vodafone Navigator, a complete GPS mobile navigation service, updated in real time, for Vodafone Blackberry* users powered by the Telmap Navigator solution. Japan's mobile phone operators, NTT DoCoMo, Inc., KDDI Corporation and SoftBank Mobile Corporation have confirmed that radio frequency energy from mobile phone base stations does not cause damage to human cells in vitro studies.
The impact of WiMAX on the cellular industry is not currently known, but carriers need to put together their strategies concerning WiMAX now, reports In-Stat. For existing cellular carriers, WiMAX may potentially become a big competitor, a great ally, or a minor factor,
3G Operator's Live Messenger Service Recognised at the “Oscars”
Orange and Fujitsu Hook-up for 3G Laptop Partnership
3 UK has been shortlisted by the GSM Association for its Window' Live Messenger service.  Orange announced a partnership with the leading European IT manufacturer, Fujitsu Siemens Computers. Under this agreement, the companies will collaborate to provide UK laptop buyers with access to the latest embedded SIM technology.
Breakthrough Milestone in MBMS Mobile TV Technology
3G Operator 3 Scandinavia Reduces Cost of Portal with Drutt MSDP
Huawei Technologies together with QUALCOMM has successfully completed the industry’s first commercial MBMS (Multimedia Broadcast Multicast Service) mobile TV interoperability testing (IOT), a mobile TV solution based on 3GPP Release 6. In the 3G technology race, companies who understand that it’s about marketing are finishing first in terms of innovation, customer loyalty and profitability. Mobile operator 3 Scandinavia, recognized internationally as a leader in marketing and technology,
SpeedBrowsing Delivers Faster Off-portal Browsing US $100 Million CDC Mobile 3G Content Partner Program
LogicaCMG confirmed the launch of its SpeedBrowsing proposition for faster internet browsing on mobile devices. SpeedBrowsing enables network operators to offer subscribers greatly increased access speeds for off-portal websites CDC Corporation announced the creation of a US $100 million investment program whereby its business unit, CDC Mobile, will seek strategic investment opportunities in leading 3G content providers in North Asia and Europe
3G / HSDPA Network Contract for U.S. Army Specially Commissioned RSE Chamber for Cellular Handset Testing in Korea
The United States Army has awarded Nokia a contract to build a WCDMA 3G/HSDPA network. The deal will allow the Army to evaluate potential applications for 3G wireless technologies for defense purposes. RFI Global Services announced that it has installed a specially commissioned Radiated Spurious Emissions chamber at its test facility in South Korea.
Telefonica O2 Selects Paradial RealTunnel for 3G Video Service Connectivity World's First Completely Touch Screen Mobile Phone
Telefonica O2 and Paradial said heir cooperation on next generation video services. By offering 3G video services that includes the Paradial RealTunnel Firewall/NAT, Telefonica O2 offers one of the most advanced desktop to 3G based solutions The PRADA Phone by LG (KE850) is a real breakthrough in the industry, as it is a unique, sophisticated and elegant mobile phone with the first complete advanced touch interface
Foreign Players to Lead 3G in China Motorola Wins India’s First 3G UMTS Contract from MTNL
The five-year protection tenure of the telecom industry granted by the WTO to China as a new entrant is over. Now the air of uncertainties over the entry of for overseas investors is gradually clearing away. Motorola made an agreement with Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Limited (MTNL), for the supply of a Universal Mobile Telecommunications Service (UMTS) cellular network for Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR).
New 3G Roaming Prices Can Save Money New Mobile CCTV on GPRS / 3G Handhelds
Pure Pricing has shown that 3’s new roaming service “3 Like Home” is one of the most competitive roaming offers in the UK. Analysis by Pure Pricing shows 3 saving customers up to £6.50 on two short calls compared to the other UK networks. Tyco Traffic & Transportation is using Traffex to launch a new handheld mobile CCTV solution that delivers live video such as traffic flow or incident images direct to mobile users using a handheld PDA, notebook or desktop PC.
3 Hong Kong Launches 3Xplorer Full Speed Ahead with the Rollout of Zapp's 3G Network
Novarra confirmed that 3 Hong Kong, the mobile telecommunications operation of Hutchison Telecom International Limited has launched 3Xplorer, an innovative new service using Novarra's nWeb(TM) platform. In the process of winning its 3G licence, Zapp committed to rolling out a 3G network covering most of Romania by the end of 2007.
3G Operator 3UK Appoints New Marketing Director  
After 3G Mobile, is it HSDPA or WiMAX?
Three’s Move to Abolish the Mobile Roaming Premium Heralds a Step Change in Pricing
After the mixed fortunes of 3G mobile phones, the mobile phone industry is facing a tough choice on which technology to adopt for the next generation of internet-enabled handsets, The announcement by Three UK to charge customers the same when roaming internationally on other Three networks abroad as at home is a small revolution, especially when taking into account high speed mobile data roaming charges. 
After the mixed fortunes of 3G mobile phones, the mobile phone industry is facing a tough choice on which technology to adopt for the next generation of internet-enabled handsets,
The announcement by Three UK to charge customers the same when roaming internationally on other Three networks abroad as at home is a small revolution, especially when taking into account high speed mobile data roaming charges. 
3G Games for mobilkom austria
Cingular Launches High-Speed 3G Network in Rhode Island
Artificial Life announced the upcoming launch of its products with mobilkom austria, the market leader in mobile communications in Austria. The products scheduled for launch with mobilkom austria are: V-girl(tm) and V-boy(tm) (both in the German version). Residents and visitors to the greater Providence area no longer need to rely on wired connections for broadband access to information, as Cingular transforms the heart of the Ocean State into a wireless speedway.
Nokia Intellisync Wireless Email Available for Sony Ericsson M600 and P990 3G Handsets
Commercial-Grade 3G / HSDPA Wireless WAN Router Launched
Nokia has extended its relationship with Sony Ericsson, bringing Nokia Intellisync Wireless Email to two additional Sony Ericsson devices, the M600 and P990. Digi International introduced a 3G UMTS / HSDPA (High Speed Downlink Packet Access) version of its ConnectPort WAN VPN – an upgradeable, commercial grade Wireless WAN (WWAN) router.
ShoZu Signs 3Austria As Its First Mobile Operator Partner
3G Basestation Test System Gets New Blocking and Inter-modulation Test Capabilities
ShoZu unveiled an agreement to provide its mobile media services to customers of Austrian mobile network provider Hutchison 3G Austria, initially as a free download to the handset from the carrier’s mobile portal and tentatively as a pre-installed application on select phones. The addition of new Blocking and Inter-modulation test capabilities on Aeroflex’s highly successful 6413A UMTS basestation test system have been designed to help optimise the receiver performance of both newly commissioned and in-service basestations. 
3G Operator Announces New Pricing Policy  
3 Group, the global leader in 3G mobile broadband, announced the introduction of “3 Like Home”. This is a pricing policy that will permit 3 customers to travel abroad and use other 3 Group networks for a price similar to that on their home 3 network.  
Ericsson Selected by Dialog Telekom for its 3G /HSPA Network Telit to Unveil New 3G UMTS / HSDPA Module at 3GSM World Congress
Privately-funded Irish company PLIBA announced the launch of the world's first generic booking system for mobile internet users. PLIBA.mobi is designed to allow anyone with a GPRS or 3G phone to book anything simply and quickly on any mobile phone and on any wireless network worldwide. NTT DoCoMo, Inc. and its eight regional subsidiaries announced today the development of new 3G FOMA™ handsets - the 703i Series, D800iDS and SO903iTV.
A new survey by O2 Ireland reports increased use of laptop PCs amongst Irish small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) but over half are unaware of 3G data cards. Vodacom Tanzania is taking its customers on a high speed roller coaster ride. Vodacom Tanzania has switched on its 3G HSPDA network in Dar-es-Salaam.
Vodafone introduced a range of three new exclusive special edition consumer handsets to support the official launch of the new Vodafone McLaren Mercedes team in Valencia. Above shows the Vodafone McLaren Mercedes GX29 handset - all three handsets look the same but have different colour achemes. Energy costs represent the third most significant operating expense (OPEX) item for cellular carriers today, and fluctuating energy costs are a significant area of concern for business planners.
Wintegra confirmed that Datang Mobile is using WinPath access processors in its Super Node B, a high-capacity Base Station currently participating in TD-SCDMA field trials in China LG Electronics has named February 7th 2007 as the UK launch date for its stunning new handset, LG Shine (Shine). The UK launch is the first stage in Shine's global programme, with the handset being available in all major global markets by Q2 2007.
Nokia’s quirky 5300 XpressMusic phone provides thumping tunes without bashing your wallet or stretching your pocketor all the mobiles out there that can play digital music, if you really want a device that can double as a dedicated music player, your search isconfined to a small (but growing) selection of specialist music phones. Aeroflex has launched a fully integrated solution for testing A-GPS (Assisted-GPS) enabled mobile handsets. The solution is based on the highly successful and well-proven Aeroflex 6103 AIME and 6103 AIME/CT mobile handset test systems. 
Hutchison Telecom announced the launch of HT Mobile, Vietnam's newest nation- wide mobile communications service operator. CSR announced the company is to provide the most competitive Global Positioning System (GPS) technology for mobile handsets and network operators
Comptel confirmed that Macau's CTM has selected Comptel to supply provisioning and mediation solutions to support 3G services.  ROK launched Monkey Sports News, available on both ROK TV and FreeBe TV. The channel brings live sports news television to 2.5G handsets in the UK, US, China, Thailand and Turkey and will be sublicensed to partner Telco’s worldwide in South Africa, Thailand and Pakistan.
Launch of Vodafone 1210 3G Smartphone
Motorola has kickied off the new year at the 2007 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) by demonstrating the “wickedly cool and compelling” solutions that make anytime, anywhere and always-on entertainment and communication a personal reality. Vodafone Portugal is launching its first 3G Smartphone under its own brand, the Vodafone 1210. Its characteristics, design and functions were specified by Vodafone to facilitate the use of mobile services by its customers.
Spotwave Z1900 3G Booster Receives Glowing Reviews
Spotwave Wireless announced reaction from initial customers and reviewers of the company’s Z1900 cellular booster has been overwhelmingly positive.  
Apple introduced iPhone, combining three products—a revolutionary mobile phone, a widescreen iPod with touch controls, and a breakthrough Internet communications device with desktop-class email, web browsing, searching and maps—into one small and lightweight handheld device. Two new surveys from GSA – the Global mobile Suppliers Association, confirm the continuing strong progress of mobile broadband network deployments worldwide using HSDPA – High Speed Downlink Packet Access, and the rapidly expanding range and choices of user devices.
Samsung and Google announced a global cooperation to enable mobile phone users worldwide with quick and easy access to Google products and services – directly from their Samsung mobile phones.
Motorola announced the deployment of a nationwide 3G mobile broadband network in Kuwait for MTC Kuwait,
ANADIGICS announced that it is shipping its AWT6277 HELP(TM) WCDMA power amplifier (PA) module for the innovative Samsung SGH i600 smartphone. Specifically designed to address the Europe and Asia/Pacific region, the SGH i600 is aimed at the high growth 3G smartphone market. 3 Group, the global leader in 3G mobile broadband and Yahoo! Inc., a leading global Internet company, have extended their partnership to include new mobile Internet services.
Juice Wireless launched JuiceCaster 4.0, the first application allowing individuals to create and consume rich media content from their mobile phones and the Web, and automatically share it with anyone. BT announced a next generation of BT Fusion Wi-Fi handsets, which will use the company’s growing network of hotspots and Wireless Cities to offer customers thousands of extra places to get great value on their mobiles.
The W880 Walkman® phone will blend astonishing good looks with all of the music-centred features that fans have come to expect from the Walkman® phone family. CommProve released commercial availability of a Geographic GUI (Graphical User Interface) for its globally proven Netledge™ Radio QoS systems. The Geographic GUI overlays vital radio QoS data on a map, enabling operators to immediately see the physical location of quality issues.
CommProve released commercial availability of a Geographic GUI (Graphical User Interface) for its globally proven Netledge™ Radio QoS systems. The Geographic GUI overlays vital radio QoS data on a map, enabling operators to immediately see the physical location of quality issues. With the release of several new handsets, Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung) has introduced some of the world's slimmest bar phones, clamshell handsets, smartphones and slider phones. Samsung is committed to providing consumers with ultra-slim handsets with optimal design and functionality to meet and exceed their expectations.
Wayfinder and 3 Scandinavia confirmed that 3 Scandinavia has chosen Wayfinder as their partner of choice for mapping and navigation solutions. Palm and Cingular Wireless announced the first Palm Treo smart device running on Cingular’s 3G/UMTS network, providing mobile professionals with an exceptional phone experience and blazing-fast download speeds in U.S. markets
Samsung Electronics is set to demonstrate its Mobile WiMAX technology and new products at the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES), which starts today. Nokia unveiled a trimmer fold model to its Nokia Nseries line up, the Nokia N76, a new multimedia computer that brings the complete Nokia Nseries experience to a sleeker body, with little compromise. With the Nokia N76 multimedia computer, technology and design come together to create a revolution in design for a multimedia computer.
Nokia introduced the Nokia N93i, a compact and stylish digital camcorder and multimedia computer in one. Boasting a host of advanced features - from DVD-like quality video capture to direct video uploads - the Nokia N93i enables you to record great quality video wherever and whenever you feel inspired. DyLogic unveiled its new PSE Broadcaster Genie, an innovative appliance for audience-generated 3G video calls broadcasting.
Cingular's 3G mobile broadband network now extends from San Francisco to New York, and from Chicago to Dallas, making advanced wireless services available in more than 160 markets, including most of the top 100 major cities in the country. ROK, the UK-based mobile communications and entertainment specialist, is delighted to announce that ROK TV is now compatible with Symbian 3 handsets, including the Nokia N71, N73, N80 and N93.
Huawei Technologies and KPN Mobile announced that Huawei’s circuit and packet switched network equipment has been successfully introduced into KPN Mobile’s network. Vodafone launched the new version of its 3G Broadband card in Express Card format, which currently permits transmission speeds of up to 3.6Mbps. This launch makes Vodafone the first operator in Portugal to offer its customers 3G Broadband services in this new format.
The channel is a mixture of well-known entertainment brands such as Miami Vice and American Dad, original IP and user-generated content that allows 3 UK customers to view the content with an option to download to their handsets. The mobile video market in China will take off in 2008, driven by interest in the Beijing Olympics. A new study from ABI Research forecasts total mobile video users at more than 32 million in 2008
Alcatel-Lucent announced that, after all regulatory approval have been met, the acquisition of Nortel's UMTS radio access business (UTRAN) and related assets has been completed  
Samsung Electronics has launched the Ultra Edition 13.8 (Z720) is the thinnest HSDPA slide-up mobile with a slim 13.8mm profile. It offers the latest multimedia features and the best of mobility in a fast and slender design. 5Fad has signed a partnership contract with BrainMedia LLC. (Music Hookup) to lead the market by launching a mobile streaming service and enabling customers in China to enjoy 3G quality services on their existing 2.5G data network.
At the turn of the year, the UMTS Forum confirms that the global 3G mobile industry is on the brink of gaining its first 100 million UMTS/WCDMA customers. Ericsson and 3 Italia have achieved an industry first: the successful establishment of mobile data connections based on Enhanced Uplink in a commercial network.
Motorola,announced that MOTORAZR (M702iS) with iMode(R) is flying off the shelves in stores all around Japan a week after the device began reaching retailers. MOTORAZR, which unites the power of DoCoMo's powerful FOMA(R) 3G network and its wildly successful iMode bouquet of services and content Anritsu introduced the MS2724B, the most advanced ultra-portable spectrum analyzer featuring unparalleled performance and continuous frequency coverage from 9 kHz to 20 GHz at a modest price.
Pannon has made its mobile broadband (EDGE, UMTS) services available to nearly 100% of Hungary’s population by December this year. Anritsu introduced the MS2724B, the most advanced ultra-portable spectrum analyzer featuring unparalleled performance and continuous frequency coverage from 9 kHz to 20 GHz at a modest price.