3G
RIM launches BlackBerry Bold 9700 in Japan
Research In Motion (RIM) has debuted the BlackBerry Bold 9700 smartphone in Japan. The phone delivers an array of communications and multimedia features.
The new BlackBerry Bold features support for 3G networks around the world, a next-generation (624 MHz) processor, built-in GPS and Wi-fi, a 3.2MP camera and a high resolution display. In addition, the smartphone [...]
Skype’s iPhone application introduces 3G calling functionality
Skype has announced the launch of the new version of its iPhone application. Available to download from the Apple App Store, this update allows iPhone users to make and receive Skype-to-Skype calls, and to call mobiles and landlines around the world at low rates for the first time over their 3G data connection.
Skype-to-Skype calls on [...]
BlackBerry Bold 9700 launched in India
Research In Motion (RIM) recently launched the BlackBerry Bold 9700 smartphone in India.
The phone will be available across the country from large format retail stores and multi-brand outlets serviced by Redington India as well as from operators including Airtel, Aircel, BSNL, Idea Cellular, Loop Mobile, MTNL, Reliance, Tata and Vodafone.
With its connectivity options this global 3G smartphone [...]
Chinese company threatens to sue Apple over iPad
The excitement of the launch of Apple’s new tablet computer iPad seems to have been dampened slightly by reports of Shenzhen Great Loong Brother claiming that the iPad is a replica of Shenzhen Great Loong Brother’s tablet (the P-88), launched about six months ago, with similar functions.
Shenzhen Great Loong Brother is a Chinese manufacturer that [...]
Momocat introduces Cogitate for iPhone 3G/3GS and iPod Touch
Momocat Studios, a developer of iPhone software, has introduced Cogitate, a 2D puzzle game for the iPhone 3G/3GS and iPod Touch.
Inspired by the 1980s puzzle sensation Rubik’s Cube, Cogitate features an intuitive interface with unique patterns to challenge a player’s logic and speed. Cogitate is available on the Apple iTunes App Store.
At each level, Cogitate [...]
China Telecom selects Alca-Lu for IP backbone
Alcatel-Lucent has signed a centralised purchasing contract with China Telecom, a telecom operator in China, to provide and maintain an IP/MPLS backbone across ten provinces (Guangxi, Hubei, Jiangxi, Ningxia, Sichuan, Jiangsu, Guizhou, Gansu, Xinjiang and Shanghai).
Upon completion in October, China Telecom hopes to deliver advanced broadband services with improved quality. The contract, which is part [...]
Huawei to build Vodafone Czech Republic’s 3G network
Vodafone Czech Republic has selected Huawei as the supplier of its high-speed 3G network infrastructure.
Under the five year contract, Huawei will be responsible for expanding Vodafone’s 3G network.
The contract will first focus on continuing the expansion of 3G coverage within Prague, as well as Bruno. Huawei will also work on the modernisation and expansion of [...]
Ericsson announces agreement with Telefonica O2 UK
Ericsson will provide field maintenance and other services for the Telefonica O2 UK 2G and 3G networks.
Under the new agreement, Ericsson will provide field maintenance services for radio and switch sites, spare parts management logistics support as well as optimisation and drive services and facilities engineering services for Telefonica O2 UK.
Ericsson and Telefonica O2 UK [...]
Sonera introduces 3G services in the 900 MHz frequency
Sonera has informed that it has accelerated its turbo 3G build-out programme by introducing mobile broadband services in the 900 MHz frequency.
The company has informed that a significant part of the turbo 3G extension will be based on the 900 MHz frequency. In a lower-frequency network, an individual base station serves a larger coverage area, [...]
Alca-Lu to power TOT’s IP broadband project
Alcatel-Lucent has been chosen by Samart Telcoms, a provider of network system services in Thailand and a member of the JJS consortium, to supply an intelligent optical network for TOT Public Company (TOT).
This contract is aimed at supporting TOT’s IP broadband project.
Alcatel-Lucent will provide Samart Telcoms with an integrated, end-to-end solution allowing TOT to support [...]
