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3G News for March 2008
Alcatel-Lucent announced the expansion of its Wideband-CDMA/High Speed Packet Access (W-CDMA/HSPA) portfolio with a new distributed base station product, the fanless 60-watt remote radio head (RRH) node B, the first platform of its kind in the industry.
New 3G W-CDMA/HSPA Distributed Base Station
Alcatel-Lucent announced a new distributed base station product, the fanless 60-watt remote radio head (RRH) node B, the first platform of its kind in the industry.
Aside from the issues relating to the poor display and finish, the Liscio’s music player and games are actually pretty good and suit the simple user interface.
Onyx Liscio Review by 3G.co.uk
Aside from the issues relating to the poor display and finish, the Liscio’s music player and games are actually pretty good and suit the simple user interface.
Not only does growth in the GPS navigation industry show no signs of slowing, it is actually increasing according to the latest figures from leading industry analyst firm Canalys.
Global Mobile Navigation Device Shipments Hit 39 Million in 2007
Not only does growth in the GPS navigation industry show no signs of slowing, it is actually increasing according to the latest figures from leading industry analyst firm Canalys.
adidas and Samsung announced their strategic partnership and unveiled the first product initiative as a result of the collaboration, called miCoach.
Mobile Phone for Real Time Training
adidas and Samsung announced their strategic partnership and unveiled the first product initiative as a result of the collaboration, called miCoach.
The Satellite Users Interference Reduction Group (SUIRG) announced the formal findings of a field test on the compatibility of Fixed Satellite Services (FSS) and WiMAX services sharing the C-band spectrum.
Satellite and WiMax Spectrum Sharing Not Compatible
The Satellite Users Interference Reduction Group (SUIRG) announced the formal findings of a field test on the compatibility of Fixed Satellite Services (FSS) and WiMAX services sharing the C-band spectrum.
   
Continued growth in the number of mobile subscribers worldwide from 3.1 billion at the end of 2007 to an estimated 5 billion by 2012.
Mobile Set to Become a One Trillion USD
Industry in 2008
Continued growth in the number of mobile subscribers worldwide from 3.1 billion at the end of 2007 to an estimated 5 billion by 2012.
Feature-wise, the O2 Xda Orbit II can’t be faulted. However, despite the appealing navigation wheel, finding your way around the device using the touch-screen is a tad tricky.
O2 Xda Orbit II Review by 3G.co.uk
Feature-wise, the O2 Xda Orbit II can’t be faulted. However, despite the appealing navigation wheel, finding your way around the device using the touch-screen is a tad tricky.
3G Americas published a white paper entitled Transitioning to IPv6. The white paper is intended to assist wireless service providers plan a smooth and successful IPv6 transitioning process.
3G Americas Provides IPv6 Transition Recommendations for the Americas
3G Americas published a white paper entitled Transitioning to IPv6.  The white paper is intended to assist wireless service providers plan a smooth and successful IPv6 transitioning process.
A New research has estimated that over 2.6 billion mobile tickets will be delivered to just over 208 million mobile phone users by 2011.
2.6 Billion Mobile Tickets Set to be Delivered by 2011
A New research has estimated that over 2.6 billion mobile tickets will be delivered to just over 208 million mobile phone users by 2011.
Ericsson has been selected by German mobile operator E-Plus to expand and upgrade its WCDMA network.
Ericsson Wins 3G Network Expansion Contract with E-Plus
Ericsson has been selected by German mobile operator E-Plus to expand and upgrade its WCDMA network.
   
OHuawei Technologies launched the world's first mobile TV capable 3.5G datacard, the E510, at CEBIT, the world's largest trade fair for digital solutions, held in Hannover, Germany.
World's First 3.5G Datacard with Mobile TV Functionality
Huawei Technologies launched the world's first mobile TV capable 3.5G datacard, the E510, at CEBIT.
Combines cutting edge navigation features with DVB-H mobile television. The device is being co-branded with wireless carrier 3 Italia -- the Hutchison Whampoa Group's Mobile Media Company -- and will be available exclusively in Italy.
Garmin's nuvi 900T: Combo Mobile TV, Navigation Device
Combines cutting edge navigation features with DVB-H mobile television. The device is being co-branded with wireless carrier 3 Italia.
OO2 is launching a £4.5million marketing campaign to promote O2 Bluebook, an innovative free service which enables O2 customers to back up and store all the valuable information held on their mobile phones, including address book contacts, text and picture messages and photographs, securely on a personal online portal.
O2 Promotes Bluebook with £4.5 Million Marketing Campaign
Innovative free service which enables O2 customers to back up and store all the valuable information held on their mobile phones
Sony Ericsson unveiled the T303, an attractive phone that is small and neat enough to carry with you on every occasion. This compact slider phone has been given the high-end treatment, with a mirrored screen, metal housing and chrome finish.
Sony Ericsson Release the T303 Mobile Phone
This compact slider phone has been given the high-end treatment, with a mirrored screen, metal housing and chrome finish.
Offering full FMC testing between the Wi-Fi network and the generic access network for both functionality and performance, the companies noted, the solution fills a gap in the market today. The FMC test solution is expected to be commercially available in the second quarter of 2008 and will combine Agilent's 8960 Wireless Communications Test Set ( above ) with the Azimuth FMC Performance Test Suite.
First Complete Fixed-mobile Convergence (FMC) Test Solution
Will combine Agilent's 8960 Wireless Communications Test Set ( above ) with the Azimuth FMC Performance Test Suite.
Devicescape Software announced the second generation of its award-winning Wi-Fi software—Devicescape Connect 2.0.
Devicescape Now Avaialble to Windows Smartphone Users
Devicescape Software announced the second generation of its award-winning Wi-Fi software—Devicescape Connect 2.0.
Alcatel-Lucent announced its plans to support high-speed downlink packet access (HSDPA)-based 3G networks on its OmniAccess 3500 Nonstop Laptop Guardian, a revolutionary "always on" laptop security and management system for the mobile workforce. The OA3500 NLG is currently available for CDMA networks.
3G HSDPA Turnkey Laptop Security and Management System
OmniAccess 3500 Nonstop Laptop Guardian, a revolutionary "always on" laptop security and management system for the mobile workforce.
We’ve wound up rather liking the KF600 despite its little quirks and flaws. It’s a good looking phone that’s easy to use for a touch display device, even though it achieves this by embracing a traditional user interface, which would still arguably be easy
LG KF600 Review by 3G.co.uk
We’ve wound up rather liking the KF600 despite its little quirks and flaws. It’s a good looking phone that’s easy to use for a touch display device.
The IP-65 compliant 60W RRH ( inset above ) is the latest member of TelASIC’s current portfolio of fan-less pole/wall/tower-mountable 20W and 40W RRHs for WCDMA/HSDPA infrastructure. For future-proofing operators' migration to the Long Term Evolution (LTE) standard, TelASIC's 60W RRH product is LTE-ready.
Fan-less 60W Remote Radio Head for 3G WCDMA / HSDPA Infrastructure
The IP-65 compliant 60W RRH ( inset above ) is the latest member of TelASIC’s current portfolio of fan-less pole/wall/tower-mountable 20W and 40W RRHs for WCDMA/HSDPA infrastructure.
Available exclusively for T-Mobile International customers, the Nokia 6650 is equipped with the latest wireless features, such as an integrated GPS and multimedia player, allowing T-Mobile customers easy access to a wide range of services such as web'n'walk, MyFaves, Mobile Jukebox and NaviGate.
T-Mobile Exclusive - the 3G HSDPA Nokia 6550
Available exclusively for T-Mobile International customers, the Nokia 6650 is equipped with the latest wireless features, such as an integrated GPS and multimedia player
T-Mobile Venture Fund today announced that it has made a strategic investment in Ubiquisys, the global leader in 3G femtocells, joining Google and original investors Accel Partners, Atlas Venture and Advent Venture Partners.
T-Mobile Venture Fund Makes Strategic Investment In 3G Femtocell Leader
Strategic investment in Ubiquisys, the global leader in 3G femtocells, joining Google and original investors Accel Partners, Atlas Venture and Advent Venture Partners.
The Nokia 6124 classic is a compact multimedia device offering Vodafone customers faster and easier access to all of Vodafone's high speed Internet and entertainment services.
Vodafone Exclusive - the 3G HSDPA Nokia 6124
The Nokia 6124 classic is a compact multimedia device offering Vodafone customers faster and easier access to all of Vodafone's high speed Internet and entertainment services.
3 UK Retail Limited (3) has teamed up with insurance provider Lifestyle Services Group (LSG) to offer customers cover at a competitive price.
3 UK Launches New Insurance for 3G Mobile Phones and Modems
3 UK Retail Limited (3) has teamed up with insurance provider Lifestyle Services Group (LSG) to offer customers cover at a competitive price.
O2 Bluebook takes the stress out of worrying about losing valuable information and allows customers to manage, edit and share their mobile life through a personal and secure site.
O2 Mobile Users Get Free Content Backup
O2 Bluebook takes the stress out of worrying about losing valuable information and allows customers to manage, edit and share their mobile life through a personal and secure site.
The total number of 4G subscribers worldwide, including both LTE and WiMAX, is expected to exceed 90 million in 2013, but a number of milestones must be passed en route, according to a new forecast from ABI Research. At the end of 4Q 2007, says the firm, there were nearly 3.4 billion mobile subscribers worldwide, with 2.7 billion on GSM/EDGE/GPRS networks.
More Than 90 Million 4G Subscribers Worldwide in 2013
The total number of 4G subscribers worldwide, including both LTE and WiMAX, is expected to exceed 90 million in 2013, but a number of milestones must be passed en route.
In terms of fashion phones, the Samsung Armani is up there with the best. Feature wise, overlooking the lack of 3G, it manages to cram in a decent array into its tiny frame. The touchscreen, while competent, is still not in the same league as some other touchscreen mobiles.
Samsung Armani Review by 3G.co.uk
In terms of fashion phones, the Samsung Armani is up there with the best. Feature wise, overlooking the lack of 3G, it manages to cram in a decent array into its tiny frame.
TService providers with the right spectrum, available capital, and access to enough sites to place base stations are in a great position to take advantage of WiMAX’s headstart on the 4G market.
Mobile WiMAX Faces a Diminishing Time-to-Market Advantage
Service providers with the right spectrum and access to enough sites to place base stations are in a great position to take advantage of WiMAXs headstart on the 4G market.
   
When used as an LTE protocol tester, the R&S CMW500 delivers multiple benefits to chipset and wireless device manufacturers – in every phase of UMTS LTE-compliant protocol development.
Protocol Tester Covers Every Phase of 3G UMTS LTE Wireless Device Development
When used as an LTE protocol tester, the R&S CMW500 delivers multiple benefits to chipset and wireless device manufacturers
   
3G network sharing is set to sweep through developed markets, and will have profound implications for mobile operators, vendors and regulators
Extensive 3G Infrastructure Sharing is Now Inevitable
3G network sharing is set to sweep through developed markets, and will have profound implications for mobile operators, vendors and regulators
The 8800 Arte is satisfyingly solid and heavy and its constructed from the finest smoked glass and composite metals. With the slider shut, the 8800 is minimalist chic
Nokia 8800 Arte Review by 3G.co.uk
The 8800 Arte is satisfyingly solid and heavy and its constructed from the finest smoked glass and composite metals. With the slider shut, the 8800 is minimalist chic
ARCEP is modifying Orange France and SFR’s authorisations in order to allow them to deploy UMTS technology in Metropolitan France in the 900 MHz band, which is currently used for GSM.
Re-use of French 900 MHz Frequencies for Better 3G Coverage
ARCEP is modifying Orange France and SFR’s authorisations in order to allow them to deploy UMTS technology in Metropolitan France in the 900 MHz band, which is currently used for GSM.
   
3G/4G subscribers grew 91% over the course of 2007, and we expect a 63% growth rate over the course of 2008,
Global 3G/4G Subscribers Expected to Rise from 230 Million in 2007 to 375 Million in 2008
3G/4G subscribers grew 91% over the course of 2007, and we expect a 63% growth rate over the course of 2008,
   
Vodafone UK and Telmap introduced Vodafone Sat Nav– an operator branded mobile navigation solution available for the UK consumer market.
Vodafone UK Sat Nav Available for Consumers
Vodafone UK and Telmap introduced Vodafone Sat Nav an operator branded mobile navigation solution available for the UK consumer market.
The Touch Cruise is not a bad take on a feature-crammed smartphone, but there is stiff competition out there.
HTC Touch Cruise Review by 3G.co.uk
The Touch Cruise is not a bad take on a feature-crammed smartphone, but there is stiff competition out there.
Availability of its popular FREE Conference Calls application on Facebook under agreement
Free Conference Calls' on Facebook Goes Global
Availability of its popular FREE Conference Calls application on Facebook under agreement
One of the newer innovations being discussed in the wireless arena are small micro or pico projectors designed for use with mobile devices.
50 Million Projectors Built into Phones by 2012
One of the newer innovations being discussed in the wireless arena are small micro or pico projectors designed for use with mobile devices.
With the 3G version of the 3GPP UMA/GAN standard now complete, the vendor community is rapidly developing UMA-based 3G dual-mode handset and femtocell products
UMA to Support Upcoming 3G Dual-Mode Handset and Femtocell Deployments
With the 3G version of the 3GPP UMA/GAN standard now complete, the vendor community is rapidly developing UMA-based 3G dual-mode handset and femtocell products
BlackBerry Curve series are the smallest and lightest smartphones with a full QWERTY keyboard, and its 111g makes it something of a featherweight.
BlackBerry Curve 8320 Review by 3G.co.uk
BlackBerry Curve series are the smallest and lightest smartphones with a full QWERTY keyboard, and its 111g makes it something of a featherweight.
The process will see video transcoded automatically to the .3gp mobile standard in real-time for viewing on users' handsets. In keeping with the popularity of video streaming on the internet, almost any content hosted on the web will be made available, including some channel content previously unavailable for mobile. Videos will be available throughout Mippin wherever a clip is included by a publisher.
Seamless Video Service Connecting Video in RSS Feeds With Mobile
The process will see video transcoded automatically to the .3gp mobile standard in real-time for viewing on users' handsets.
Combining the design concept of Panasonic large-screen flat-panel TV ’VIERA’ and its high-quality picture technologies, the P905iTV is a sliding handset featuring "One-segment" mobile TV. Adopting frame conversion technology
Panasonic 3.5in LCD Viera Mobile TV Phone
Combining the design concept of Panasonic large-screen flat-panel TV ’VIERA’ and its high-quality picture technologies, the P905iTV is a sliding handset featuring "One-segment" mobile TV. Adopting frame conversion technology
Ofcom issued O2 with a deadline for meeting its 3G rollout obligation and what steps it proposes to take should the mobile phone operator still not be in compliance.
Ofcom Proposes Action Against O2 to Meet 3G Rollout Obligation
Ofcom issued O2 with a deadline for meeting its 3G rollout obligation and what steps it proposes to take should the mobile phone operator still not be in compliance.
   
The total value of the global mobile music market is expected to rise to more than $17.5bn by 2012, driven by rental music services and full-track downloads,
Mobile Music Adoption Passes Tipping Point with Revenues Set to Reach $17.5bn by 2012
The total value of the global mobile music market is expected to rise to more than $17.5bn by 2012, driven by rental music services and full-track downloads,
   
The Tektronix solutions are part of its industry-leading Unified Assurance(TM) suite of applications for management of next generation converged networks.
Tektronix selected for Performance Management Across 3G Networks
Tektronix announced its GeoProbe, APM (Advanced Performance Monitoring), Orion and Beamer solutions have been selected by StarHub.
Ultimately the Samsung Solid disappoints. We were unable to test the handset as rigorously as we would have liked and are therefore unsure how solid it actually is.
Samsung Solid Review by 3G.co.uk
Ultimately the Samsung Solid disappoints. We were unable to test the handset as rigorously as we would have liked and are therefore unsure how solid it actually is.
MLL Telecom, which specialises in building and operating broadband wireless networks, today announced that it has been successful in last week’s Ofcom auction of radio spectrum licences. Other successful bidders include BT, Orange, T-Mobile, Arqiva and UK Broadband.
MLL Telecom Makes Successful Bid in UK Wireless Spectrum Auction
MLL Telecom announced that it has been successful in Ofcom's radio spectrum licences. Other successful bidders include BT, Orange, T-Mobile, Arqiva and UK Broadband.
Top Global has released a new 3G/4G SMART Router ( inset ) ( Model: MB6800M ). This router is Top Global's third generation router with unique Satellite Mobile Access Routing Technologies (SMART) enable it to combine both 3G cellular terrestrial and Satellite networks
Satellite and 3G Cellular Networks for Universal Internet Access
This router is unique withSatellite Mobile Access Routing Technologies (SMART) enable it to combine both 3G cellular terrestrial and Satellite networks
Delivering complete support for W-CDMA A-GPS conformance testing, Aeroflex has announced that the Aeroflex 6401 AIME A-GPS is the only test platform available that supports the industry-standard TTCN A-GPS protocol test cases
Complete Support for W-CDMA A-GPS Conformance Testing
Delivering complete support for W-CDMA A-GPS conformance testing, only test platform available that supports the industry-standard TTCN A-GPS protocol test cases
Morph features in both the exhibition catalog and on MoMA's official website. Morph is a concept that demonstrates how future mobile devices might be stretchable and flexible, allowing the user to transform their mobile device into radically different shapes.
Nokia's Morph - a Nanotechnology Concept Device
Morph is a concept that demonstrates how future mobile devices might be stretchable and flexible, allowing the user to transform their mobile device into radically different shapes.
With a new software option from Rohde & Schwarz, manufacturers of mobile devices with built-in GPS receivers can simulate and test all GPS scenarios and conformance test cases defined by the A-GPS (assisted GPS) protocol. The option is available for the R&S SMU200A and R&S SMATE200A vector signal generators as well as for the R&S AMU200A baseband signal generator. Inset is the R&S SMU200A.
Create Standard-compliant A-GPS Scenarios with Signal Generators
Manufacturers of mobile devices with built-in GPS receivers can simulate and test all GPS scenarios and conformance test cases defined by the A-GPS (assisted GPS) protocol.
The Alcatel phone will turn heads, whichever colour you opt for. there are much better handsets available, even at the keen price this phone is on sale for.
Alcatel Mandarin Duck Review by 3G.co.uk
The Alcatel phone will turn heads, whichever colour you opt for. there are much better handsets available, even at the keen price this phone is on sale for.
Cystelcom Sistemas released the Veedia Flash 3G Video Gateway to enable any 3G device to access interactive Flash video and multimedia applications. 
New Flash 3G Video Gateway Release
Cystelcom Sistemas released the Veedia Flash 3G Video Gateway to enable any 3G device to access interactive Flash video and multimedia applications. 
   
fring is releasing a new version for UIQ, bringing the file-transfer and language localization features to UIQ! Here are the new & improved new features on fring’s latest 3.30 UIQ version:
Sony Ericsson Handsets Go Overdrive with fring version 3.3 for UIQ
fring is releasing a new version for UIQ, bringing the file-transfer and language localization features to UIQ! Here are the new & improved new features on fring’s latest 3.30 UIQ version:
Onyx has launched the first device in its range - Liscio, a stylish, elegant phone for the discerning mobile user
Liscio Launched for UK’s Style Conscious Mobile Users
Onyx has launched the first device in its range - Liscio, a stylish, elegant phone for the discerning mobile user.
The ZXGW B8036, the world’s first pre-commercial SDR base station, supports GSM and WCDMA simultaneously within software rather than requiring separate hardware components like current base stations as well as providing LTE readiness and a smooth evolution path. It can significantly lower network infrastructure costs for operators, while improving network integrity, continuity and stability.
ZTE Launches First SDR Base Station
The ZXGW B8036, the world’s first pre-commercial SDR base station, supports GSM and WCDMA simultaneously within software rather than requiring separate hardware components
A very easy to use phone and the Walkman player is fun. The five-way navigation pad controls the player when in Walkman mode but the addition of motion sensors allows you to skip tracks with an abrupt flick of your wrist.
Sony Ericsson W580i Review by 3G.co.uk
The five-way navigation pad controls the player when in Walkman mode but the addition of motion sensors allows you to skip tracks with an abrupt flick of your wrist.
Global revenues from adult video chat services are expected to rise sharply over the next five years, reaching $1.5bn by 2012, according to a new report from Juniper Research.
Mobile Adult Video Chat Revenues to Hit $1.5bn by 2012
Global revenues from adult video chat services are expected to rise sharply over the next five years, reaching $1.5bn by 2012, according to a new report from Juniper Research.
   
A new software option handles comprehensive physical layer tests on HSPA+ receivers, baseband modules, and RF frontends (including MIMO tests). the UMTS standard.
Signal Generator Solution for HSPA+
A new software option handles comprehensive physical layer tests on HSPA+ receivers, baseband modules, and RF frontends (including MIMO tests). the UMTS standard.
   
Orange and Vodafone outlined the next steps in their vision to deliver better quality mobile coverage to more people, in more places across the UK.
Vodafone and Orange to Give UK Consumers Better Mobile Coverage
Orange and Vodafone outlined the next steps in their vision to deliver better quality mobile coverage to more people, in more places across the UK.
The ONYX Liscio is a stylish uniquely designed mobile phone with an integrated MP3 player and FM radio.
New Liscio Stylish Mobile Phone
The ONYX Liscio is a stylish uniquely designed mobile phone with an integrated MP3 player and FM radio.
Mobile TV has not made the top headlines this year but it has been an important theme
Mobile TV Evolutions
Mobile TV has not made the top headlines this year but it has been an important theme
   
Supply and implementation of a WCDMA/HSPA network, plus associated services, to cover seven out of nine macro regions across Russia
Ericsson to Deliver 3G WCDMA / HSPA Network to VimpelCom
Supply and implementation of a WCDMA/HSPA network, plus associated services, to cover seven out of nine macro regions across Russia
   
Aeroflex has introduced the TM500 LTE test mobile designed to address the challenges of 3GPP LTE (3G Long Term Evolution) network infrastructure development test and roll-out.
Aeroflex Introduces the TM500 3G LTE Test Mobile
Aeroflex has introduced the TM500 LTE test mobile designed to address the challenges of 3GPP LTE (3G Long Term Evolution) network infrastructure development test and roll-out.
For a handset to survive being dropped out of a window, driven over and generally thrown all over the place, it’s got to be made of strong stuff. The JCB Toughphone is on the heavy side, but this only adds to the assurance that it can withstand a hit. Likewise the JCB yellow and black colour scheme gives it additional credibility.
JCB Toughphone Review by 3G.co.uk
For a handset to survive being dropped out of a window, driven over and generally thrown all over the place, it’s got to be made of strong stuff.
Alloy future mobile communications aimed at delivering real convergence to users over the mobile network.
Industrial Design Consultancy Unveils a Whole New Mobile Handset Concept
Alloy future mobile communications aimed at delivering real convergence to users over the mobile network.
Orange First to Market with the New HTC Shift
Supporting both 3G/3G+ and Wi-Fi connectivity, a first for any Ultra Mobile PC, the Shift can seamlessly move between networks
Peregrine Semiconductor released the UltraCMOS™ PE42641 SP4T antenna tuning switch delivering an unparalleled IMD performance of -110 dBm, making it ideal for converged designs requiring high linearity and low distortion.
P4T Antenna Tuning Switch for GSM /EDGE / WCDMA and CDMA Applications
Peregrine Semiconductor released the UltraCMOS PE42641 SP4T antenna tuning switch delivering an unparalleled IMD performance
 
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Vodafone UK announced that it has completed a deal with Neverfail, a leading global software company providing affordable continuous availability and disaster recovery solutions.
Vodafone Neverfail High Availability Service for BlackBerry
Vodafone UK has completed a deal with Neverfail providing affordable continuous availability and disaster recovery solutions.
Neat candybar phone for the money, and its classy brushed aluminium finish and solid build is a million miles from many other budget handsets
Sony Ericsson T250i Review by 3G.co.uk
Neat candybar phone for the money, and its classy brushed aluminium finish and solid build is a million miles from many other budget handsets
Comarco has added High-Speed Uplink Packet Access (HSUPA) support to its evolving Symphony range of products. HSUPA is a 3G mobile telephony protocol in the High Speed Packet Access family with up-link speeds up to 5.76 Mbit/s currently, and with speed of up to 11.5 Mbit/s expected with 3GPP release 7.
Comarco Adds High-Speed Uplink Packet Access (HSUPA) Testing Support Capability
HSUPA is a 3G mobile telephony protocol in the High Speed Packet Access family with up-link speeds up to 5.76 Mbit/s
The Second Lifeexperience is coming to mobile. The 3D virtual world platform, created by Linden Lab will soon be available on 3G handsets via Vollee’s streaming mobile games service.
Vollee Brings Second Life to 3G Phones
The 3D virtual world platform, created by Linden Lab will soon be available on 3G handsets via Vollees streaming mobile games service.
Added channel coding and MIMO precoding for up to four transmit antennas to its industry-leading signal generators for 3GPP LTE
Rohde & Schwarz Adds MIMO Precoding and Channel Coding to its 3GPP LTE Signal Generators
Added channel coding and MIMO precoding for up to four transmit antennas to its industry-leading signal generators for 3GPP LTE
   
Music, games and mobile TV will be the major contributors to the global mobile entertainment market which will rise from just over $20 billion in 2007 t
Mobile Entertainment Service Market to to $64bn by 2012
Music, games and mobile TV will be the major contributors to the global mobile entertainment market which will rise from just over $20 billion in 2007 t
Probably Sagem’s most stylish handset to date. Its slim, light build, good looks makes the Sagem my511X very easy on the eye.
Sagem my511xReview by 3G.co.uk
Probably Sagem’s most stylish handset to date. Its slim, light build, good looks makes the Sagem my511X very easy on the eye.
Thomson is expanding its integrated software and hardware platforms to support 3G solutions for mobile TV - including live video streaming, on demand, and format repurposing.
New Solutions for 3G Mobile TV
Thomson is expanding its integrated software and hardware platforms to support 3G solutions for mobile TV - including live video streaming, on demand, and format repurposing.
   
When used as an LTE protocol tester, the R&S CMW500 delivers multiple benefits to chipset and wireless device manufacturers
3G LTE Protocol Tester Released
When used as an LTE protocol tester, the R&S CMW500 delivers multiple benefits to chipset and wireless device manufacturers
Ericsson launched the Ericsson Multimedia Communication Suite (MCS) - bringing to consumers popular services they already enjoy on the Internet in a new and enhanced mobile way. The intuitive user interface will be integrated into selected new Sony Ericsson devices such as the W760. 
New Sony Ericsson Intuitive User Interface for Selected Mobile Phones
Bringing to consumers popular services they already enjoy on the Internet in a new and enhanced mobile way.
Benchmark-setting guide to mobile marketing and advertising. Aiming to cast light on the complexities of this increasingly critical communications channel, the guide provides a clear, unbiased view of the current market.
Mobile Marketing and Advertising Guide
Benchmark-setting guide to mobile marketing and advertising. Aiming to cast light on the complexities of this increasingly critical communications channel.
This product contains WiFi, and also is completely suited to business enterprises where the use of wireless solutions other than WiMAX such as 3G, PHS, and internal PHS is possible.
VoIP Portable Phone Using WiMAX

This product contains WiFi, and also is completely suited to business enterprises where the use of wireless solutions other than WiMAX such as 3G, PHS, and internal PHS is possible.

Alcatel-Lucent announced an agreement for Alcatel-Lucent to support the expansion of AT&T's UMTS/HSPA (Universal Mobile Telecommunications Service/High Speed Packet Access) wireless network.
AT&T Selects Alcatel-Lucent's 3G UMTS/HSDPA Technology
Support the expansion of AT&T's UMTS/HSPA (Universal Mobile Telecommunications Service/High Speed Packet Access) wireless network.
   
The 13th Annual GSMA Global Mobile Awards proved lucky for some, as the winners were announced last night at a glittering gala dinner in Barcelona.
Global Mobile Award Winners 2008
The 13th Annual GSMA Global Mobile Awards proved lucky for some, as the winners were announced
Two mobile phones developed by LG Electronics as the winning products to spearhead its GSMA’s Horizon Phone initiative.
LG Handsets to Lead ‘Horizon Phone’ Campaign
Two mobile phones developed by LG Electronics as the winning products to spearhead its GSMA’s Horizon Phone initiative.
China Mobile announced that it is set to join LTE trials already being carried out by Vodafone and Verizon Wireless
China Mobile to Join LTE FDD / TDD Trials
China Mobile announced that it is set to join LTE trials already being carried out by Vodafone and Verizon Wireless
Sony Ericsson W910 Walkman phone has been awarded Best Handset at the GSM Association’s 13th Global Mobile Awards 2008.
Sony Ericsson’s W910 Walkman is Awarded GSM Association’s Best Handset 2008
Sony Ericsson W910 Walkman phone has been awarded Best Handset at the GSM Association’s 13th Global Mobile Awards 2008.
Acision announced that Vodafone UK has commenced migrating its UK customers to Acision’s next generation IP voice messaging platform. The fully scalable open architecture will mean Vodafone customers will continue to enjoy easy to use, fast voicemail services
Acision Provides Vodafone UK with Innovating Next Generation Messaging
Vodafone UK has commenced migrating its UK customers to Acision’s next generation IP voice messaging platform..
Omnifone, which provides unlimited music download services in partnership with major operators worldwide, announces the launch of the MusicStation Max unlimited mobile music handset programme.
World's First Pre-licensed Unlimited Mobile Music
Omnifone announces the launch of the MusicStation Max unlimited mobile music handset programme.
RF Micro Devices announced general market availability of the RF6280 3G transmit system, a flexible 3G multi-mode solution designed to simplify and accelerate implementation of multi-band and multi-mode 3G handsets and mobile device platforms.
Availability of 3G Transmit System
Flexible 3G multi-mode solution designed to simplify and accelerate implementation of multi-band and multi-mode 3G handsets and mobile device platforms.
Designed to set the benchmark in technology retailing practice, through the creation of an upscale, high-energy environment, Nokia Regent Street promises the ultimate shopping experience for Nokia's wide portfolio of mobile devices.
Nokia Opens London Flagship Mobile Phone Store
Nokia Regent Street promises the ultimate shopping experience for Nokia's wide portfolio of mobile devices.
Mobile TV use is set to surge due to strong consumer demand, with the service ranked as the number one application users want on their phone, according to a consumer behaviour study conducted by Ericsson and the #1 international news broadcaster, CNN.
Key Findings From Ericsson Mobile TV Research Study
Mobile TV use is set to surge due to strong consumer demand, with the service ranked as the number one application users want on their phone
O2 signalled its intention to grow the UK mobile advertising market with a new service which will allow brands to take advantage of the significant opportunities presented by mobile advertising
O2 Launches Mobile Advertising Service
New service which will allow brands to take advantage of the significant opportunities presented by mobile advertising
A new report published by the UMTS Forum predicts that LTE (Long Term Evolution) - Global Mobile Broadband could generate total revenues of €150 billion for operators by 2015.
Making the Case for 3G LTE - Global Mobile Broadband
Global Mobile Broadband could generate total revenues of €150 billion for operators by 2015.
The Vodafone 227 and Vodafone 228 will launch this month, February
Vodafone Confirm Release of 227 and 228 Branded Mobile Phones
The Vodafone 227 and Vodafone 228 will launch this month, February
ZTE is demonstrating the company’s newly IOT (Inter Operability Testing) tested 5.76Mbps HSUPA (High Speed Uplink Packet Access) network equipment at the GSMA Mobile World Congress Barcelona 2008, Spain. 
ZTE Demonstrates 5.76Mbps HSUPA
IOT (Inter Operability Testing) tested 5.76Mbps HSUPA (High Speed Uplink Packet Access) network equipment
The LG-KF510 is a stylish, fashionable phone catering to users’ demand for slimmer phones with unique design accents.