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The last few months press releases are listed here, all others archived at 3G Search.
3G Home 33G Press August 3G Press September 3G Press October 3G Press November
| SUNDAY Partners With Huawei on 3G |
| The Heads of Agreement cover a supply contract outlining principal terms of equipment supply, and facilities for the financing of SUNDAY's 3G network |
| Samsung Wireless Device Ships With Linux |
| The i519 is the first embedded Linux device running Voice Signal's VAP application. |
| DIY Push To Talk Wireless |
| The fgMIM is an open toolbox which enables manufacturers to mix and match own or third party software blocks. |
| Manx Telecom Granted New Wireless Licence |
| The company scored a notable success in December 2001 when it became the first telecommunications operator in Europe to switch on a live 3G network. |
| 3G /GPRS Wireless TrafficLine for o2 |
| The two companies will work together, to both develop existing services and to introduce a range of new services based on GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) and 3G (third generation) mobile technology. |
| SH 900i New 3G Phone |
| P 900i New 3G Phone |
| N 900i New 3G Phone |
| F 900i New 3G Phone |
| D 900i New 3G Phone |
| Ultimate 3G i-mode Phones |
| NTT DoCoMo unveiled the FOMA® 900i series, the most advanced-ever 3G FOMA i-mode mobile phones |
| TD-SCDMA Wireless Gains Support |
| TD-SCDMA has gained significant support in China where the Ministry of Information Industry has made it mandatory |
| Multiple Wireless Networks on a Single Platform |
| Vanu Software on HP Standards-Based Platforms Enables Mobile Operators to Add Support for Different Wireless Network Standards at Minimal Cost and Risk |
| New Samsung Wireless Phone for Sprint |
| Now with one voice command, users can have their signal strength, battery level, roaming status and even their own phone number read aloud through the earpiece of the new PCS Vision Phone VI660 by Samsung. |
| 3G Network Capacity Analyser |
| WFI Business Solutions, based in Guildford, UK is pleased to announce availability of the latest version of its Access Network Optimisation Service. |
| 3G Launched in Slovenia |
| Mobitel have become this week , one of the first mobile operators in the world and the only Slovene one to introduce the precommercial use of UMTS |
| Wireless Phone Becomes A Walkie-Talkie |
| Siemens mobile wants to further advance the market for walkie-talkie functionality on mobile phones (PoC: "Push-to-Talk over Cellular") and assume a lead position in this area. |
| CDMA2000 Wireless On The Gas |
| The CDMA Development Group (CDG) announced that CDMA2000 is rapidly expanding in the Americas with 45 commercial networks and over 29 million subscribers. |
| Wireless Phone Good Vibrations |
| Talking on the phone even in crowded, noisy places will be made easy with a new handset in Japan that sends vibrations through the human skull to relay sound. |
| The Ugliest 3G Phone |
| In a recent readers' choice poll two early 3G models did not do well. The prize of ugliest gadget went to ... |
| i-mode Wireless Games for WIND |
| Macrospace, the market leader in wireless gaming and wireless gaming solutions, today announced the launch of its first dedicated games channel for i-mode subscribers across Europe. |
| NEC 616 3G Phone Gets PacketVideo |
| PacketVideo Japan have announced that its wireless multimedia technology has been embedded in NEC's latest "616" mobile handset to support RTP/RTSP streaming. |
| 3G W-CDMA Field Trial in Beijing |
| UTStarcom, Inc announced that China's Ministry of Information Industry (MII) has selected the company to conduct official field trials of its 3G W-CDMA solution in the capital city of Beijing with China Netcom. |
| NTT DocCoMo Trial Sony FeliCa for i-mode Wireless |
| NTT DoCoMo, Inc. announced today that it will launch a trial, called the "i-mode® FeliCa preview service," using mobile phones equipped with FeliCa contactless IC chip technology developed by Sony Corporation. |
| 3G UMTS Live Call in Pacific Islands |
| Alcatel announced that it has performed the first live 3G multimedia call on its UMTS trial network installed in New Caledonia, Pacific Islands. |
| 3, Sun and Cisco Develop 3G Applications |
| For the first time a mobile operator makes available instruments and platforms to the software houses and system integrators for developing advanced applications |
| 3G (U)SAT Test Kit |
| ORGA Test Systems GmbH, the world's leading supplier of test equipment for (U)SIM interfaces announces the launch of IT¨ SIM and USIM Application Toolkit Editor |
| Wireless Industry at Crossroads |
| With operators faced by major uncertainties over services and technology choices, scenario planning and 'market-making' strategies are now critical |
| South Korea Prepares To Fire-Up 3G WCDMA |
| Two South Korean cell phone operators are set to start third-generation (3G) mobile services based on European-backed technology late this month |
| O2 Launch 3G Wireless Trial |
| O2's 3G network coverage extends to more than 35% of the population and covers major urban centres such |
| Siemens Wireless Phones Double As Ticket Machines |
| After downloading the appropriate software to his Java-enabled phone, the passenger keys in his ticket order via the menu. |
| 3G Demo in Hong Kong |
| Hutchison Whampoa (HWL) marked an important development of 3 in Hong Kong by unveiling a range of exciting and innovative video mobile services |
| New 3G WCDMA Power Amp |
| This breakthrough represents a significant step forward in making smaller and more energy efficient base stations for 3G mobile networks |
| MMSC for 3G Wireless Network |
| Tecnomen has been selected by LuXcommunications S.A., Luxemburg’s newest mobile operator, to provide its Multimedia Messaging Service Centre ( MMSC ). |
| 3G Wireless Application Tool Order |
| Swedish development company Blazar has chosen Adax signalling communication controllers and software for Solver, its testing tool for 2.5G and 3G wireless equipment. |
| 3G WCDMA Network Order |
| In this 3G expansion contract, Ericsson is delivering a fully integrated GSM-GPRS-WCDMA solution that ensures all Far EasTone's customers a seamless evolution from 2G to 3G. |
| 3G Wireless Billing Solution |
| Boston Communications Group announced the general availability of bcgi Voyager version 5.0, its best-in-class wireless billing and customer care solution. |
| Chile’s Wireless User Forecast, 2003-2007 |
| According to the Yankee Group Chilean Mobile Market Forecast, by 2007, mobile users will generate US$1.3 billion revenue |
| 3 Starts 3G Traffic Pilot |
| Framfab starts pilot project with mobile operator 3 and the Stockholm Real Estate, Streets and Traffic Administration (GFK) |
| 3GPP HSDPA Signal Analyzer |
| Agilent Signal Studio for HSDPA over W-CDMA software simplifies the creation of HSDPA I/Q waveforms for use |
| 3G Traffic Conclusions |
| A new report from The UMTS Forum into the potential impact of real-world mobile multimedia applications |
| Infrared Technology License for 3G CDMA Chipsets |
| Infrared software development kit (SDK) for use in its next-generation CDMA chipsets. |
| 3G Catches A Chill |
| 3G in Austria seems to have caught a big chill. |
| 3G United |
| The UMTS Forum and 3G Americas today joined forces to provide a New York City audience with a global picture of the evolution of GSM. |
| Vodafone Fastest Wireless Global Investor |
| Vodafone continues to be the fastest growing global investor, adding nearly 16 million proportionate subscribers to its total worldwide subscriber base in the 12 months |
| TD-CDMA Wireless Launch In Africa |
| Sentech has launched a revolutionary new broadband wireless service that will be available to millions of users across South Africa by May 2004 |
| 3 New NTT Wireless Handsets |
| NTT DoCoMo, Inc. announced the coming release of three new handsets in the 2G mova 505iS series |
| Core Licensed For 3G Multimedia Phones |
| Cores performance capabilities opens a wealth of new markets for programmable DSP technology, including software radio, 3G multimedia phones |
| New Kit Automates 3G Applications Evaluation |
| The first integrated test solution designed to verify the performance of resident and downloadable software applications for 3G |
| World's Frist Removable 3G CDMA Modules |
| X-Cell Technologies, Inc. announced the completion of its removable wireless module for mobile devices. X-Cell’s removable module is the first of its kind in the world. |
| Vodafone Launch 3G For Laptops |
| Vodafone in Germany has stated that it will launch 3G Wireless for selected corporate clients which is what they did in Ireland earlier in 2003. |
| 3's 3G Video Gets A Kick |
| 3 UK, the video mobile network, today launched a new high speed video-streaming service called Quickplay. |
| Field Testing of 3G Mobile Technologies in China |
| Lucent Technologies announced that it will participate in field testing of third-generation (3G) mobile networking technologies |
| 3G UMTS Test Transmitter Mimics Base Station |
| DTI, a leader in wireless intelligence, will unveil its groundbreaking new portable UMTS WCDMA Test Transmitter... |
| Integrated 3G 1xEV-DO Test Solution |
| Spirent Communications announced the availability of the EV-DO ATS Automatic Test System. EV-DO ATS addresses a key industry need ... |
| Vodafone Start with EDGE Wireless |
| Slovenia is successfully on its way into the third mobile generation: As one of the first network operators in Eastern Europe |
| Wireless Gambling & Adult Content to Generate $6.5bn |
| Two new studies from Juniper Research conclude that Gambling and Adult based content have the potential to generate revenues in excess of $6.5bn by 2006 |
| 3G UMTS Academy Launched |
| The Academy will include a series of knowledgeware products and services including expert books, in-person seminars and online Webinars |
| 3G Video Looking Good for 2004 |
| deo will be a priority for mobile operators in 2004, says Ovum, the analyst and consulting company, and advises players to launch video services in 2004, and gain valuable experience quickly. |
| M1 Awards Nokia 3G Deal |
| Singapore's M1 awards Nokia deal for WCDMA and GSM/GPRS expansion and enhancement. |
| SK Telecom Launch Wireless Stock Service |
| SK Telecom announced the launch of a Stock Investment Information Service called NATE through the wireless Internet |
| 5 Million Wireless Users For T-Mobile Zones |
| T-Mobile’s multimedia service t-zones now has more than 4.9 million unique active users per month globally |
| Panasonic MMS Wireless Campaign |
| Panasonic decided to support the launch of its X70 with a multi-media mobile direct marketing push |
| Debt Rating For Hutchison 3G Confirmed |
| Moody's Investors Service has affirmed the A3 debt ratings for Hutchison Whampoa Limited |
| EDGE Offers Low Cost Path To 3G |
| GSM operators and vendors committed to the deployment of EDGE 3G technology offered firsthand advice |
| Hutchison Opens Wireless Portal |
| Hutchison CAT Wireless MultiMedia Limited, the marketing service provider of the latest CDMA2000 1X technology in Thailand under the brand of "Hutch", today inaugurates the launch of its M-sites program |
| New 3G Wireless Partnership |
| Spirent Communications and Anite announced a partnership to speed the delivery of third generation (3G) wireless terminal test systems to the mobile industry. |
| Softbank Apllies For 3G License |
| Softbank has applied to Japan's Telecommunications Ministry for a license to test a 3G technology, TD-CDMA. |
| 3G Players Combine |
| Powerwave Technologies and LGP Allgon Holding AB have agreed to combine their businesses in a strategic transaction |
| Vodafone, T-Mobile Set to Acquire More 3G Spectrum |
| Telecom Paper in the Netherlands has reported that Vodafone and T-Mobile are expected to be the only bidders for two additional chunks of 3G spectrum |
| 3G 1xEV-DO Advantages Over WCDMA |
| Wireless CDMA2000 1xEV-DO (Data Only) technology has significant advantages over WCDMA, the dominant UMTS technology |
| Wireless Operator Strategies and KPI Benchmarks |
| Mobile operators can significantly improve their profitability, growth rates and financial stability by finding the right blend of focus... |
| Lucent Technologies Launches 3G Network |
| CODETEL announced the commercial launch of its Flash Movil 3G network, a CDMA2000 1X voice and high-speed data network using equipment |
| New Sprint Wireless Video Phone |
| The PCS Vision Video Phone VM4050 by Toshiba has a built-in camera and camcorder, allowing customers to take and send still images or 15-seconds of video. |
| 3G Player Secures 3rd Round Funding |
| StarCore LLC has secured funding for fiscal year 2004 and is moving forward developing its next generation of DSP cores and platforms. |
| Ericsson Lands Maxis 3G Contract |
| Ericsson has been selected by Maxis Communications Berhad (Maxis) as its new wireless partner for 2G and 3G deployment |
| Vodafone Live : A Stepping Stone To 3G |
| As Vodafone gear up to launch 3G wireless services it is becoming clear that a number of emerging stepping stones are currently sliding into place. |
| Terminator 3 Via Wireless |
| T-Mobile customers can now personalise their mobile phones with a Trigenix-enabled Terminator user interface. |
| Nordic Alliance Push Wireless Imaging |
| Scalado and Open Bit are fully committed to develop applications that enhance the imaging functionality in mobile phones |
| Lucent Offers Wireless In-Building |
| Lucent a suite of Professional Services that will enable mobile operators and enterprises to improve voice and data coverage |
| Messaging System To Assist 3G Take-Up |
| The Tecnomen messaging system will provide enhanced voice mail services including multimedia capabilities |
| Focus on 3G 1xEV-DO |
| The Congress is the largest event for the CDMA pan-American community, and last year attracted more than 1200 delegates |
| Calypso Wi-Fi Challenges 3G |
| Calypso's technology enables cell phones and other mobile devices to automatically detect an available wireless local area network and then seamlessly switch between the signals |
| Bluetooth Wireless Test Sets Validated |
| Anritsu's MT8850A/MT8852A Bluetooth test sets have received "Test System Validation" status from the Bluetooth Qualification Review Board (BQRB) |
| NTT Expands 3G Network |
| DoCoMo will continue to enlarge its FOMA service area, targeting 99% coverage of Japan's population by the end of March 2004. |
| 3G Handset Sales Suspended |
| The announcement comes just four days after KDDI's au mobile phone unit launched a high-speed 3G service based on the CDMA2000 1x EV-DO format |
| Orange Trial Motos EDGE Wireless |
| Motorola’s Global Telecom Solutions Sector (GTSS) announced that it is trialling its EDGE solution within Orange Romania’s GSM network. |
| Women Up For 3G Wireless |
| The survey results show that women are also open to the idea of UMTS. Like their male counterparts, half of the female interviewees are convinced that UMTS will be a market success |
| Free 3G Video Calls For Xmas |
| 3 is celebrating the festive season with free local and international video calls for all its customers across the 12 days of Christmas - December 22nd to January 2nd inclusive*. |
| Extension for 3G UMTS Monitoring System |
| The important enhancement to the MasterQuest system simplifies the deployment and troubleshooting of UMTS networks, providing intuitive and powerful end-to-end call trace and protocol analysis applications. |
| 3G A920 Moto - Bluetooth and Infrared Issues |
| We are aware that a limited number of the first batch of Motorola A920 phones were not Bluetooth® enabled. |
| Testing of Location-Capable 3G UMTS Wireless Devices |
| Spirent's new product, UMTS Location Test System (ULTS), builds on Spirent's location test expertise, gained through global leadership in GPS simulation |
| Smartone Gears Up for 3G Launch |
| SmarTone has already installed 10 3G base stations in central Hong Kong and is undertaking network and handover testing at the current time in readiness |
| 3G Take Up In Italy Slows |
| Italy's sole 3G operator 3 Italia is likely to miss its 1 million client target in March 2004 due to delays in handset deliveries, according to 3 Italia's CEO. |
| 3G Reality Centre in Italy |
| This unique facility is part of Alcatel's worldwide program which offers a live and comprehensive end-to-end network environment open to operators |
| 3G Break Even for 3 is 2007 |
| The current bleak outlook and disappointing sales are mainly due to a lack of handsets as opposed to a negative response |
| Wireless In Europe - a turning point |
| Leading players from the mobile industry, European Commission and the European Parliament met in Brussels to discuss the future prospects for mobile communications |
| Commercial Success of CDMA2000 Wireless Praised |
| CDMA2000 continues to expand rapidly around the world, with 71 commercial networks and 64.5 million users in 36 countries |
| Polythonic Wireless Ringtones Hit Next Level |
| One of the fastest-growing requirements demanded by users is a high quality musical ring tone, and this is made possible through provision of a large number of polyphonies |
| Alcatel and Pirelli 3G Agreement |
| Integrating the "Radio over Fiber" solution of Pirelli will provide Alcatel with a significant competitive advantage when compared with other available solutions in the marketplace |
| M1 Showcases 3G Wireless |
| M1 today showcased a suite of 3G related services over its 3G network as its preparation for the commercial launch of next generation services |
| 3G Wireless Spam Blocker |
| NTT DoCoMo announced an additional anti-spam measure that will enable DoCoMo i-mode® mobile phone (including FOMA® phone) users to block all e-mails |
| Sharp Zaurus SL-6000 |
| Companies devoted to increasing the productivity of their mobile employees will welcome the new Sharp Zaurus |
| First Step Towards Full Range of WiMax / 4G Applications |
| This successful implementation of the OFDM waveform is the first step in Military SDR Technologies plan to implement the complete IEEE 802.16 family of wireless data applications |
| Austrian Operator Takes 3G Solution |
| Mobilkom Austria has selected MetaSolv Network Mediation as the convergent mediation platform for its GSM, GPRS and UMTS services |
| Ericsson Aligns 3G Portfolio |
| Ericsson announced its plans to further align its product offerings for WCDMA and CDMA2000 into one portfolio based on the same software and hardware platforms. |
| 3G Wireless Toons On Way |
| FunMail is the latest partner to offer a service through 3's video mobile network. As a 3 partner site they are responsible for maintaining and updating the "FunMail" service. |
| Analyser for Testing of 3G UMTS Wireless Networks |
| Designed with advanced applications for service testing, network monitoring and data acquisition for next-generation networks |
| 3G Base Station Agreement |
| Andrew and Samsung are jointly developing an integrated radio-amplifier subsystem supporting CDMA2000 and WCDMA 3G air interfaces at multiple frequencies. |
| Hutchison Takes Brew Wireless IM |
| MessageVine and Hutchison CAT announced today the deployment of Instant Messaging and Presence services |
| Successful Implementation of 3G in Brazil and Latin America |
| The successful implementation of 3G in Brazil and Latin America will depend on the quick migration from TDMA to GSM/GPRS/EDGE and the progression to UMTS |
| Latvia Does 3G Wireless Call |
| Latvian operator LMT has made the first public WCDMA 3G call in Latvia, using a Nokia test network. |
| 3G FOMA Compact Flash Card Launches |
| The new flash card will enable PDA users to begin enjoying FOMA services, as DoCoMo presently provides |
| Java Smart Card For 3G Wireless |
| The ST22FJ1M chip, an advanced 32-bit smart card processor with 1mByte of embedded Flash memory, opens up a host of new market opportunities |