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Neonode announced it has entered the largest market in Western Europe
Large European Order for Low Cost Mobile Phone
Neonode announced it has entered the largest market in Western Europe
Not quite everything you could want from a smartphone, but not a bad effort.
i-mate Ultimate 8502 Review by 3G.co.uk
Not quite everything you could want from a smartphone, but not a bad effort.
Met its obligation to roll out its 3G services to at least 80 per cent of the UK population.
Ofcom Confirms O2 Achieves 3G Rollout Obligation
Met its obligation to roll out its 3G services to at least 80 per cent of the UK population.
Aagreement with Apple to sell the iPhone in ten of its markets around the globe.
Vodafone Add Apple iPhone in Ten Countries
Aagreement with Apple to sell the iPhone in ten of its markets around the globe.
Optimized for Europe, the Ovation MC930D is a global modem designed to provide peak download speeds of 7.2 Mbps and upload speeds of 2.1 Mbps on
Ovation 3G HSDPA Modem Available on O2 UK
Optimized for Europe, the Ovation MC930D is a global modem designed to provide peak download speeds of 7.2 Mbps and upload speeds of 2.1 Mbps on
T-Mobile and Nokia announced that they are collaborating to accelerate the availability of new Internet services and personal social communities on mobile devices.
T-Mobile and Nokia Collaborate on Mobile Services and Personal Social Networks
Collaborating to accelerate the availability of new Internet services and personal social communities on mobile devices.
Vodafone UK has changed the way it structures its price plans to include access to the internet and email
Vodafone Revamps its Mobile Internet Tariffs
Vodafone UK has changed the way it structures its price plans to include access to the internet and email
Motorola announced an array of applications from ecosystem partners available now on the MOTO Z10 mobile device
Compelling Mobile Experience for MOTO Z10 Users
Motorola announced an array of applications from ecosystem partners available now on the MOTO Z10 mobile device
Tektronix and LitePoint Corporation announced their collaborative solution to LTE product development.
Tektronix and LitePoint Team Up to Support Latest LTE Standard
Tektronix and LitePoint Corporation announced their collaborative solution to LTE product development.
The plans reflect changes in the behaviour of mobile phone users, build on the success of the current range
More Minutes and Value with Solo and Combi from T-Mobile
The plans reflect changes in the behaviour of mobile phone users, build on the success of the current range
Dual-band HELP3 power amplifier (PA) module designed specifically for use in 3G dual-band handsets
Anadigics Announces 3G Power Amplifier Designed to Deliver Power Performance
Dual-band HELP3 power amplifier (PA) module designed specifically for use in 3G dual-band handsets
Pay As You Go 3G Modem Price Cut
Mobile Broadband deal to customers by reducing the price of its Pay As You Go USB Modems (or Dongles) to £49.99
Mobile marketing is fast evolving into a standard part of the marketing mix.
21st Century Mobile Marketing
Mobile marketing is fast evolving into a standard part of the marketing mix.
As it stands, the M930 is a reasonable device. Shame about the bulk, though.
Asus M930 Review by 3G.co.uk
As it stands, the M930 is a reasonable device. Shame about the bulk, though.
Converged rich communication client for Nokia S60 and Windows Mobile devices
Communication Client for Nokia S60 and Windows Mobile Devices
Converged rich communication client for Nokia S60 and Windows Mobile devices
Nokia will offer the service as a premium offering in Nokia Maps 2.0 and in future versions of Nokia Maps.
Real Time Traffic Reports to Nokia Mobile Phones
Nokia will offer the service as a premium offering in Nokia Maps 2.0 and in future versions of Nokia Maps.
First complete TD-SCDMA handheld test solutions for deploying, installing, and maintaining TD-SCDMA networks
TD-SCDMA Handheld Test Solution Unvelied
First complete TD-SCDMA handheld test solutions for deploying, installing, and maintaining TD-SCDMA networks
Enabling 3X optical zoom capabilities in a compact camera module without moving parts.
Low-Cost Optical Zoom Capabilities Brought to Camera Phones
Enabling 3X optical zoom capabilities in a compact camera module without moving parts.
Key findings of the industry’s first post-sale mobile TV survey.
Free-to-Air Mobile TV Is Killer App Driving Handset Sales
Key findings of the industry’s first post-sale mobile TV survey.
Immediately fools most mobile phones into thinking that they have been unlocked.
Breakthrough in Mobile Phone Unlocking
Immediately fools most mobile phones into thinking that they have been unlocked.
Supports full certification testing of 3G Partnership Project’s (3GPP) Assisted GPS (A-GPS) RF Minimum Performance test cases
First to Deliver Certification Testing of All A-GPS RF Minimum Performance Test Cases for 3G W-CDMA
Supports full certification testing of 3G Partnership Projects (3GPP) Assisted GPS (A-GPS) RF Minimum Performance test cases
Nearly 1.3 billion mobile users – 30% of the subscriber base – are expected to utilise local mobile search services
Local Search to Become a Key Application for over 30% of Mobile Phone Users
Nearly 1.3 billion mobile users – 30% of the subscriber base – are expected to utilise local mobile search services
GPRS quad band with embedded TCP/IP stacks, SAGEM HiLo is perfectly suited to applications that have space limitations
World's Smallest GPRS Module
GPRS quad band with embedded TCP/IP stacks, SAGEM HiLo is perfectly suited to applications that have space limitations
3.2 megapixel camera with 6x digital zoom, plus music player, MMS, WAP 2.0, FM radio with RDS, Bluetooth, microSD TM card reader.
Sagem Unveils "Ice Cold" Mobile Phone
3.2 megapixel camera with 6x digital zoom, plus music player, MMS, WAP 2.0, FM radio with RDS, Bluetooth, microSD TM card reader.
Industry's first single-chip, dual-slot hot swap manager for Advanced Mezzanine Cards used in wireless
Hot Swap Power Management Controller For 3G Wireless
Industry's first single-chip, dual-slot hot swap manager for Advanced Mezzanine Cards used in wireless
All three devices, the Nokia 6600 fold, the Nokia 6600 slide and the Nokia 3600 slide present a smooth, minimalist design
Nokia Unveil 3 New Mobile Phones
All three devices, the Nokia 6600 fold, the Nokia 6600 slide and the Nokia 3600 slide present a smooth, minimalist design
Comprehensive support for CDG Stage II interoperability and CDG Stage I signalling conformance testing
Availability of Test Suite for the C.S0044-A Specification
Comprehensive support for CDG Stage II interoperability and CDG Stage I signalling conformance testing
ASDA will start selling mobile phones for £5 - cheaper than a packet of cigarettes.
The £5 Mobile Phone
ASDA will start selling mobile phones for £5 - cheaper than a packet of cigarettes.
Cystelcom Sistemas announced the availability of Veedia 3G Location-Based Services
Veedia Adds Interactivity to Mobile LBS Using 3G Video Calling
Cystelcom Sistemas announced the availability of Veedia 3G Location-Based Services
Skype is taking another major step as it continues to merge its internet communications software with mobile phones.
Skype Tests Software for Mass-Market Mobile Phones
Skype is taking another major step as it continues to merge its internet communications software with mobile phones.
4G Wireless - From 2008 to 2014: LTE, UMB, HSPA+, WiMAX and 802.20” is an assessment of the market opportunity for these evolving wireless platforms through 2014.
What Does the Future of 4G Wireless Have In-Store?
4G Wireless - From 2008 to 2014: LTE, UMB, HSPA+, WiMAX and 802.20 is an assessment of the market opportunity for these evolving wireless platforms through 2014.
LG Electronics announced the global launch of its third LG Black Label Series handset, the LG Secret (KF750).
3G HSDPA Black Label Series Launched - the LG Secret
LG Electronics announced the global launch of its third LG Black Label Series handset, the LG Secret (KF750).
Enhanced performance to support existing 3G applications, including WCDMA and TD-SCDMA, and emerging 4G applications
TI Launches Digital to Analog Convertor for 3G and 4G Networks
Enhanced performance to support existing 3G applications, including WCDMA and TD-SCDMA, and emerging 4G applications
Veveo has launched a new mobile Web video service for Sony Ericsson (News - Alert) customers called Vtap to provide access to over 150 million Web videos on the Internet.
Sony Ericsson Mobile Phone Users To Access To Over 150 Million Web Videos
Veveo has launched a new mobile Web video service for Sony Ericsson (News - Alert) customers called Vtap to provide access to over 150 million Web videos on the Internet.
Chordiant Decision Management and Chordiant Recommendation Advisor to improve customer retention and increase revenues
Orange UK Selects Chordiant to Improve Customer Retention, Increase Revenues
Chordiant Decision Management and Chordiant Recommendation Advisor to improve customer retention and increase revenues
Samsung has added the Samsung Soul U900 to its available handsets in the UK.
Samsung U900 Soul Available in UK
Samsung has added the Samsung Soul U900 to its available handsets in the UK.
Blyk, the new mobile network for 16-24 year olds funded by advertising, has signed up over 100,000 members since its launch
UK Teen Focused MVNO Hits 100,000 Subscribers
Blyk, the new mobile network for 16-24 year olds funded by advertising, has signed up over 100,000 members since its launch
The Z780 expands the company’s range of devices for markets outside of Europe and the compact G502 brings the power of the web to a mainstream audience.
Sony Ericsson Launches 2 New 3G HSDPA Mobile Phones
The Z780 expands the company’s range of devices for markets outside of Europe and the compact G502 brings the power of the web to a mainstream audience.
MBMS technology is based on 3GPP standards and supports multicast and broadcast innovative services, allowing speeds of up to 256kbps on a mobile device.
Europe's First 3GPP MBMS Field Trial
MBMS technology is based on 3GPP standards and supports multicast and broadcast innovative services, allowing speeds of up to 256kbps on a mobile device.
New figures from analyst firm Juniper Research estimate that almost 3 billion mobile coupons will be issued to Mobile Users by 2011, with just under $7 billion of discounts redeemed. 
Retailers to Send up to 3 Billion ‘Mobile Coupons’ to Phone Users
New figures from analyst firm Juniper Research estimate that almost 3 billion mobile coupons will be issued to Mobile Users by 2011, with just under $7 billion of discounts redeemed. 
Spirent Communications announced the launch of its new Spirent GSS8000 simulation system, a signal generator unit for GPS, Galileo and GLONASS testing.
New GPS / Galileo / GLONASS Simulation System
Spirent Communications announced the launch of its new Spirent GSS8000 simulation system, a signal generator unit for GPS, Galileo and GLONASS testing.
New multimedia phone that combines three input methods to create an amazingly intuitive user interface and provides instant access to features.
LG Launches Versatile 3G HSDPA LG-KF700
New multimedia phone that combines three input methods to create an amazingly intuitive user interface and provides instant access to features.
The new power amplifier extends the operating time of 3G handsets and data cards, which is critical for successful operation using today's High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) networks.
New Power Amplifier Engineered for 3G UMTS900 Handsets
The new power amplifier extends the operating time of 3G handsets and data cards, which is critical for successful operation using today's High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) networks.
The new Nokia 5320 XpressMusic and Nokia 5220 XpressMusic offer a range of affordable music and entertainment experiences
Nokia Unveils Two New XpressMusic Mobile Phones
The new Nokia 5320 XpressMusic and Nokia 5220 XpressMusic offer a range of affordable music and entertainment experiences
Successful trials around the world point to two major barriers to the commercialization of mobile broadcast services:
First Rapid Prototyping Platform FOR Evaluating Mobile Broadcast TV Advertising Models
Successful trials around the world point to two major barriers to the commercialization of mobile broadcast services:
Nokia announced that SONY BMG MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT has officially joined Nokia Comes With Music, a revolutionary way for people to discover and enjoy music with their Nokia device.
Sony BMG Music Joins Nokia Comes With Music
Nokia announced that SONY BMG has officially joined Nokia Comes With Music, a revolutionary way for people to discover and enjoy music with their Nokia device.
FACTSware A-GPS is an economically advantageous test platform that meets the requirements of the upcoming technology A-GPS.
CETECOM Introduces a FACTSware Based A-GPS Test Solution
FACTSware A-GPS is an economically advantageous test platform that meets the requirements of the upcoming technology A-GPS.
ModeLabs announced an exclusive agreement to market a new Levi’s® 3G/Edge mobile with Orange France.
Levis 3G Mobile Phone Exclusively Available from Orange
ModeLabs announced an exclusive agreement to market a new Levis® 3G/Edge mobile with Orange France.
Evolution Robotics announced today that KDDI Corporation is including the “ER Search” visual search engine on its new Spring 2008 “au” line of camera phones,
Breakthrough Visual Search Engine for Mobile Phones
Evolution Robotics announced today that KDDI Corporation is including the ER Search visual search engine on its new Spring 2008 au line of camera phones,
Hop-on announced that its low end GSM cell phone with no LCD screen is hopping all over the European Markets!
Disposable Mobile Phone Launched in Europe
Hop-on announced that its low end GSM cell phone with no LCD screen is hopping all over the European Markets!
Technology partnership designed to accelerate the development of 3GPP LTE mobile devices for subscribers.
Aeroflex and Innowireless Partner to Accelerate Development of 3GPP LTE Mobile Devices
Technology partnership designed to accelerate the development of 3GPP LTE mobile devices for subscribers.
Latest 3G News Via the 3G Blog - new blog stories this week.
Latest 3G News Via the 3G Blog
Latest 3G News Via the 3G Blog - new blog stories this week.
Demonstrated initial compliance with the provisional new 3GPP specifications for multi-carrier GSM base stations
Linearization Technology Enables Compliance with
Provisional New 3GPP Standard
Demonstrated initial compliance with the provisional new 3GPP specifications for multi-carrier GSM base stations
FlyTunes announced a partnership with AccuRadio that will bring all 320+ channels of AccuRadio to iPhones and iPod Touch models.
FlyTunes Powers AccuRadio Move to the iPhone
FlyTunes announced a partnership with AccuRadio that will bring all 320+ channels of AccuRadio to iPhones and iPod Touch models.
Mirial unveiled that Swedish service provider Unicorn will leverage on its PSE Media Server and PSE 3G Gateway
Unicorn Adopts Mirial Technology to Develop 3G Premium Services
Mirial unveiled that Swedish service provider Unicorn will leverage on its PSE Media Server and PSE 3G Gateway
The measurement firm reports that young males are a rich target for mobile advertisers, as among mobile phone users 36 percent of 18 to 34-year-old men accessed mobile media
The Way to a Man's Heart is Through His Mobile Phone
The measurement firm reports that young males are a rich target for mobile advertisers, as among mobile phone users 36 percent of 18 to 34-year-old men accessed mobile media
integration of Microsoft’s new Windows Mobile 6.1 operating system with Freescale’s latest 3G chipsets.
TapRoot Systems Supports Windows Mobile for Freescale 3G Chipsets
integration of Microsofts new Windows Mobile 6.1 operating system with Freescales latest 3G chipsets.
The first music channel 3G mobile will be accompanied by the MTV SERIES range of limited-time offers from SFR.
3G MTV Mobile Phone Launched
The first music channel 3G mobile will be accompanied by the MTV SERIES range of limited-time offers from SFR.
Future expansion and upgrade of the company’s 3G and HSPA (High-speed Packet Access) network in Singapore.
M1 Picks Huawei for 3G and HSPA Network Expansion
Future expansion and upgrade of the company’s 3G and HSPA (High-speed Packet Access) network in Singapore.
Video Goggles for Mobile Movies
3 customers can now take a 62 inch screen wherever they go with Vuzix iWear glaases.
High quality broadband and Internet services in the UK, with the launch of O2 Mobile Broadband.
O2 Launches Mobile Broadband
High quality broadband and Internet services in the UK, with the launch of O2 Mobile Broadband.
Nokia 6212 classic featuring integrated Near Field Communication (NFC).
Nokia Launches New 6212 Classic Mobile Phone
Nokia 6212 classic featuring integrated Near Field Communication (NFC).
NTT DoCoMo announced that it will develop an operator pack for FOMA™ 3G handsets compatible with specifications established by the LiMo Foundation™. DoCoMo expects to begin introducing handsets equipped with the operator pack in the second half of 2009.
DoCoMo to Develop Operator Pack for 3G FOMA Handsets
Develop an operator pack for FOMA 3G handsets compatible with specifications established by the LiMo Foundation.
O2 announced the launch of a special offer on the 8GB iPhone which can now be purchased for just £169
O2 Introduces New iPhone Offer
O2 announced the launch of a special offer on the 8GB iPhone which can now be purchased for just £169
More convenient banking for people attending major outdoor events has been made possible by a new initiative between Telstra and the National Australia Bank (NAB).
Telstra Delivers 3G Wireless Mobile ATMs
More convenient banking for people attending major outdoor events has been made possible by a new initiative between Telstra and the National Australia Bank (NAB).
MasterCard’s sponsorship of Japan Fashion Week’s “3GTV Japan” has been the first to use the latest branded interactive mobile video service
3G Mobile Video MasterCardAdvertising Promotion
MasterCard’s sponsorship of Japan Fashion Week’s “3GTV Japan” has been the first to use the latest branded interactive mobile video service
http://www.3g.co.uk/PR/April2008/5987.htm
3G LTE Early Leader in 4G Wireless Race
The early favorite in 4G wireless is the long-term roadmap for UMTS, LTE, but other technologies are now gaining support, according to a new study by Visant Strategies.
Following the success of ITNs showbiz channel on YouTube, ITNs multimedia division, ITN On, is launching two exciting new channels on the platform called ITN Music News and ITN News.
ITN Music News Via YouTube / Mobile Phones
Following the success of ITNs showbiz channel on YouTube, ITNs multimedia division, ITN On, is launching two exciting new channels on the platform called ITN Music News and ITN News.
Aeroflex has announced the introduction of Avionics Test Bench and Avionics Test Studio, the first reconfigurable PXI-based test platform for avionics navigation and communications.
Avionics Test Bench and Avionics Test Studio
Aeroflex has announced the introduction of Avionics Test Bench and Avionics Test Studio, the first reconfigurable PXI-based test platform for avionics navigation and communications.
   
Fun Text has secured a deal with 3 UK for its unique handset-based messaging application to be installed on a range of 3’s device portfolio. 
Fun Text Goes Live On 3 UK 3G Handsets
Fun Text has secured a deal with 3 UK for its unique handset-based messaging application to be installed on a range of 3’s device portfolio. 
   
Hay Systems announced their intention to add 3G capability to their 2.75G (GSM/GPRS/EDGE) femtocell.
HSL Announce Addition of 3G to 2.75G Femtocell
Hay Systems announced their intention to add 3G capability to their 2.75G (GSM/GPRS/EDGE) femtocell.
There is no denying the Samsung J700’s aesthetic appeal, but with entry level handsets becoming more and more accomplished, we would expect more from Samsung.
Sony Ericsson W380 Review by 3G.co.uk
The W380 is sure to appeal to a younger audience, with a host of appealing gimmicks such as Gesture control and the OLED external screen.
More than 80,000 households have three generations living in them as financial pressures force families to move in together, research shows.
80,000 '3G' Households
More than 80,000 households have three generations living in them as financial pressures force families to move in together, research shows.
While a large number of phones today still use browsers with very limited web browsing capabilities, many smartphones are incorporating browsers that support the latest capabilities such as AJAX and RSS, as well as websites optimized for viewing on a mobile device.
Mobile Browser Market to Grow to 1.5 Billion Units in 2013
Many smartphones are incorporating browsers that support the latest capabilities such as AJAX and RSS, as well as websites optimized for viewing on a mobile device.
Mutual commitment to a framework for establishing predictable and more transparent maximum aggregate costs for licensing intellectual property rights (IPR) that relate to 3GPP Long Term Evolution
Wireless Leaders Commit to Framework for 3G LTE Technology
Framework for establishing predictable and more transparent maximum aggregate costs for licensing (IPR ) that relate to 3GPP Long Term Evolution
HelloSoft announced today the launch of Hello Mobile Communicator-FMC(TM) for Nokia's E-Series devices.
3GPP Compliant FMC Client for the Nokia E-Series on the S60 Platform
HelloSoft announced today the launch of Hello Mobile Communicator-FMC(TM) for Nokia's E-Series devices.
Mobile streamed and broadcast TV services will become the most lucrative delivery channels for mobile advertising by 2010,
Annual Mobile Adspend to Pass $1 Billion in 2008
Mobile streamed and broadcast TV services will become the most lucrative delivery channels for mobile advertising by 2010,
   
fring became the world’s first mobile VoIP application to be made publicly available for the iconic apple iPhone
World First for Mobile VoIP & iPhone
fring became the world’s first mobile VoIP application to be made publicly available for the iconic apple iPhone,
The Samsung J700 is one of the smartest looking entry level handsets available.
Samsung J700 Review by 3G.co.uk
The Samsung J700 is one of the smartest looking entry level handsets available.
Mindspeed Technologies announced that the company has broadened its family of 3G broadcast video products by enhancing its single port multi-rate video reclocker and 4x4 crosspoint switch with integrated quad-channel CDR to support 3G (2xHD) in addition to previously supported HD/SD data rates.
Mindspeed Broadens 3G Broadcast Video Family
Broadened its family of 3G broadcast video products by enhancing its single port multi-rate video reclocker and 4x4 crosspoint switch with integrated quad-channel CDR to support 3G (2xHD)
Orsus has intensified its preparations to be a participant -- with its own advanced, multifunctional line of 3G phones
Orsus Xelent Well Positioned to Launch New Line of Multi-Feature 3G Phones
Orsus has intensified its preparations to be a participant -- with its own advanced, multifunctional line of 3G phones
WIND Hellas Selects NetCracker for 3G Infrastructure Transformation
Selected the companys OSS suite as a key element in its transformation initiative to achieve network operational excellence.
   
Icera, a provider of software defined wireless modem chipsets, announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to merge with Sirific Wireless, a fabless semiconductor company specializing in advanced CMOS RF transceivers.
IIcera To Acquire Sirific Wireless for Radio Frequency (RF) CMOS Technology
Icera has signed a definitive agreement to merge with Sirific Wireless, a fabless semiconductor company specializing in advanced CMOS RF transceivers.
The SCH-M470 is a slider handset that can upload data at up to 2Mbps when on the HSUPA network.
Samsung Unveils Its First HSPUA Phone
The SCH-M470 is a slider handset that can upload data at up to 2Mbps when on the HSUPA network.
Qeeps, the innovative CCTV to Mobile Device Service, announced the launch of a free one month trial of Qeeps Guard
Innovative CCTV to Mobile Device Service Offers Free Trial
Qeeps, the innovative CCTV to Mobile Device Service, announced the launch of a free one month trial of Qeeps Guard
NTT Communications announced that it will conduct a pilot test of its new Mobile Fragrance Communication (Kaori Tsushin Mobile) service, a mobile version of an existing service for enjoying downloaded audiovisual content together with specific fragrances that are emitted by a dedicated device. The pilot test will run from April 10 to 20.
NTT Com to Pilot Test Mobile Fragrance Communication Service
Pilot test of its new Mobile Fragrance Communication service, a mobile version of an existing service for enjoying downloaded audiovisual content together with specific fragrances that are emitted by a dedicated device.
Mobile internet network operator Truphone has concluded an agreement to purchase the business of SIM4travel by way of an asset purchase agreement.
Truphone Makes Strategic Acquisition of SIM4travel Assets
Mobile internet network operator Truphone has concluded an agreement to purchase the business of SIM4travel by way of an asset purchase agreement.
Toshiba Portégé HSUPA G810 Will Launch with Windows Mobile 6.1
Toshiba confirmed that its new Portégé G810 Smartphone, which is due to launch in Q2 2008, will support the newly-announced Windows Mobile 6.1 operating system.
The Billion BiPAC 7402GX is a fully specified 3G/ADSL2+ wireless VPN firewall router with USB 2.0 port and is ideal for use at home, in the office, or on the road - anywhere you need to share your 3G or broadband connection.
Billion Announces its Latest 3G Broadband Router
3G/ADSL2+ wireless VPN firewall router with USB 2.0 port and is ideal for use at home, in the office, or on the road.
It simply does everything you’d expect of a fitness phone and it really looks and feels the part.
Samsung F110 miCoach (Adidas) Review by 3G.co.uk
It simply does everything you’d expect of a fitness phone and it really looks and feels the part.
Vodafone UK and BT in New Managed Mobile Network Agreement 
BT Wholesale will provide and manage high speed connectivity between Vodafone’s UK base stations and its core national network.
LG Electronics announced the global launch of the third LG Black Label Series handset. Successes of the LG Chocolate and LG Shine
Latest LG Black Label Series Mobile Phone Launched
LG Electronics announced the global launch of the third LG Black Label Series handset. Successes of the LG Chocolate and LG Shine
T-Mobile has announced the launch of Yahoo! oneSearch, Yahoo!’s mobile search service, on T-Mobile’s web’n’walk Internet service.
T-Mobile Launch Yahoo Mobile Search
T-Mobile has announced the launch of Yahoo! oneSearch, Yahoo!’s mobile search service, on T-Mobile’s web’n’walk Internet service.
With an emphasis on ease-of-use, sleek and attractive design, and high-end features, Velocity Mobile aims to shift the way people view and use smartphones, combining Western design philosophy and Eastern manufacturing efficiencies to bring no-compromise experiences and value to consumers.
Velocity Mobile Launch New Windows Smartphones
With an emphasis on ease-of-use, sleek and attractive design, and high-end features, Velocity Mobile aims to shift the way people view and use smartphones
Azimuth Systems announced an expanded channel emulator product line designed to address the complex needs of emerging 4G wireless broadband technologies,
Channel Emulator for LTE and Emerging 4G Wireless Technologies
Azimuth Systems announced an expanded channel emulator product line designed to address the complex needs of emerging 4G wireless broadband technologies,
JAJAH announced that it is building on its current Apple iPhone call-back offering by participating in the iPhone Developer Program to create possibly the first native global VoIP application.
Native VoIP Application for the Apple iPhone
JAJAH announced that it is building on its current Apple iPhone call-back offering by participating in the iPhone Developer Program to create possibly the first native global VoIP application.
3G Americas announced the technology milestone of 3 billion GSM and UMTS/HSPA subscriptions worldwide, based upon research and projections
GSM/HSPA Subscriptions Now 3 Billion Worldwide
3G Americas announced the technology milestone of 3 billion GSM and UMTS/HSPA subscriptions worldwide, based upon research and projections
First mobile phone manufacturer to achieve a record delivery of 100 million units of mobile communication terminals to Japanese mobile phone carriers.
Panasonic Ships Over 100 million Units of Mobile Communication Terminals
First mobile phone manufacturer to achieve a record delivery of 100 million units of mobile communication terminals to Japanese mobile phone carriers.
u-blox, the leading Swiss provider of GPS receiver technology, introduced the LEA-5T, a high performance, precision timing GPS module capable of a (compensated) time pulse accuracy of up to 15 ns.
Ou-blox Unveils LEA-5T recision Timing GPS Module
u-blox introduced the LEA-5T, a high performance, precision timing GPS module capable of a (compensated) time pulse accuracy of up to 15 ns.
The easy-to-use mobile software application, which leverages the push-based BlackBerry service and Facebook Platform to offer an unparalleled mobile experience
Downloads of Facebook for BlackBerry Smartphones Top 1 Million
The easy-to-use mobile software application, which leverages the push-based BlackBerry service and Facebook Platform to offer an unparalleled mobile experience
Spirent Communications announced that it selected Celestica, a global leader in the delivery of end-to-end product lifecycle solutions, to manufacture its premier line of telecommunications test and measurement systems.
Spirent Communications Sets Benchmarks for the Testing Industry
Spirent Communications announced that it selected Celestica to manufacture its premier line of telecommunications test and measurement systems.
This year’s Fashion In Motion, a couture-style technology fashion show at CTIA WIRELESS 2008, features the latest wireless devices and accessories
Fashion Takes Center Stage at CTIA WIRELESS 2008
This years Fashion In Motion, a couture-style technology fashion show at CTIA WIRELESS 2008, features the latest wireless devices and accessories
NewBay Software announced a major contract win to add enhanced functionality to O2 UK’s Bluebook service. The service is live and free for O2 UK subscribers .
Network Initiated Message Back-up for O2 UK
NewBay Software announced a major contract win to add enhanced functionality to O2 UKs Bluebook service. The service is live and free for O2 UK subscribers .
BMI has released its annual mobile music market projections for 2008 and figures for 2007, projecting that ringback tones will surpass $210 million in U.S.
Ringback Tones Lead Mobile Music Market Growth in 2008
BMI has released its annual mobile music market projections for 2008 and figures for 2007, projecting that ringback tones will surpass $210 million in U.S.
http://www.3g.co.uk/PR/April2008/5950.htm
Orange Offer Premium Television on TV, PC and Mobile
Orange is announcing the launch of Orange cinéma séries, the only service of its kind in the world to offer premium television on TV, PC and mobile.
Palm announced that it has sold its one-millionth Palm Centro smartphone, demonstrating the $99 product's mass appeal to customers ready to get all the power of a smartphone at the price of a traditional mobile phone.
Palm Sells One-millionth Centro Smartphone
Palm announced that it has sold its one-millionth Palm Centro smartphone, demonstrating the $99 product's mass appeal to customers ready to get all the power of a smartphone at the price of a traditional mobile phone.
Verizon Wireless said that the spectrum it gained in the FCC's recent 700 MHz auction is a critical piece of its overall broadband strategy
Verizon Wireless to Launch 3G LTE Network in 2010
Verizon Wireless said that the spectrum it gained in the FCC's recent 700 MHz auction is a critical piece of its overall broadband strategy
The Sharp 880SH is a smart-looking handset that offers some quality features. However, it just seems to lack that wow factor that is more keenly seen from the bigger manufacturers.
Sharp 880SH Review by 3G.co.uk
The Sharp 880SH is a smart-looking handset that offers some quality features. However, it just seems to lack that wow factor that is more keenly seen from the bigger manufacturers.
Icera Inc. announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to merge with Sirific Wireless, a fabless semiconductor company specializing in advanced CMOS RF transceivers.
Icera Strengthens Competitive Position in the 3G Wireless Chipset Market
Icera Inc. announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to merge with Sirific Wireless, a fabless semiconductor company specializing in advanced CMOS RF transceivers.
Veveo launched vtap(tm) (www.vtap.com or m.vtap.com for mobile devices), a new web video experience for mobile users all over the UK and Europe. 
UK Mobile Users To Have FREE, Personalised Access To
Over 150 Million Web Videos
Veveo launched vtap for mobile devices), a new web video experience for mobile users all over the UK and Europe. 
Ofcom confirmed plans for the UK's single-largest release of radio spectrum to date, suitable for a range of new services such as mobile broadband and advanced wireless services delivered using WiMAX and 3G technology.
UK's Largest Spectrum Auction for WiMax and 3G Wireless
Ofcom confirmed plans for the UK's single-largest release of radio spectrum to date, suitable for a range of new services
Gresso Avantgarde is powered by the Gresso operating system based on the new Windows Mobile 6 Standard. It provides quick and easy access to the most frequently used applications.
New Gresso Avantegarde Luxury Mobile Phone
Powered by the Gresso operating system based on the new Windows Mobile 6 Standard. It provides easy access to frequently used applications.
Vodafone UK announces that it has teamed up with Virgin Trains to deliver improved mobile phone coverage within carriages. The new ‘repeater’ technology, which retransmits 2G and 3G within carriages, will be installed on all 52 of Virgin’s high speed Pendolino trains
Vodafone Improves 3G Mobile Coverage on Virgin Trains
Vodafone UK announces that it has teamed up with Virgin Trains to deliver improved mobile phone coverage within carriages.
A PC card based 3G cellular router with integrated Wi-Fi access point.
Digi Unveils Wi-Point 3G Cellular Router
A PC card based 3G cellular router with integrated Wi-Fi access point.
Nuance Communications announced that TeleNav has selected Nuance Mobile to speech-enable its mobile device-based navigation service.
Nuance to Speech-enable its Mobile Navigation Service
Nuance Communications announced that TeleNav has selected Nuance Mobile to speech-enable its mobile device-based navigation service.
Nokia introduced the Nokia 6300i, which offers a fully integrated and easy-to-use VoIP (Voice over IP) client combined with a GSM mobile phone.
New Nokia 6300i with Mobile VoIP
Nokia introduced the Nokia 6300i, which offers a fully integrated and easy-to-use VoIP (Voice over IP) client combined with a GSM mobile phone.
Multimedia advertising platform that uses the video call channel to deliver targeted interactive video advertising to any 3G phone.
Veedia 3G Mobile Marketing Platform Launched
Multimedia advertising platform that uses the video call channel to deliver targeted interactive video advertising to any 3G phone.
Sling Media announced SlingPlayer Mobile for UIQ on Symbian O, bringing the best mobile TV experience to this popular smartphone platform.
SlingPlayer Mobile for UIQ on Symbian OS
Sling Media announced SlingPlayer Mobile for UIQ on Symbian O, bringing the best mobile TV experience to this popular smartphone platform.
Within a few years, a fully broadband mobile internet will be taken for granted by users in many parts of the world.
Base Station Technology Forecast 2008 - 2012
Within a few years, a fully broadband mobile internet will be taken for granted by users in many parts of the world.
TapRoot Systems announced its WalkingHotSpot solution for wireless carriers. TapRoot's patent-pending software transforms a Wi-Fi enabled smartphone into a hotspot providing access to 3G data networks.
Wi-Fi Enabled Smartphone Transformed into a Hotspot Providing 3G Access
TapRoot's patent-pending software transforms a Wi-Fi enabled smartphone into a hotspot providing access to 3G data networks.
Based on the unified BTS(Base Transceiver Station) platform technology, Huawei will actively provide prominent network solutions for the winners of 700MHz US Auction.
Huawei Technologies Announces First-to-Market 700MHz Spectrum Solutions
Based on the unified BTS(Base Transceiver Station) platform technology, Huawei will actively provide prominent network solutions for the winners of 700MHz US Auction.
Ofcom confirmed plans to enable airlines to offer mobile communication services on UK-registered aircraft,
Enabling Mobile Phone Use on Aircraft
Ofcom confirmed plans to enable airlines to offer mobile communication services on UK-registered aircraft,
High-efficiency (HE) AC-to-DC power systems that can reduce power consumption, greenhouse gas emissions and electricity-related operating expenses.
Green Power System for 3G/4G and WiMAX Networks
High-efficiency (HE) AC-to-DC power systems that can reduce power consumption, greenhouse gas emissions and electricity-related operating expenses.
Enables compelling viewing options that expand beyond the limitations of a physical screen for mobile users of cellular phones, digital cameras and portable media players.
DLP Pico-Projector in Mobile Phone Prototype
Enables compelling viewing options that expand beyond the limitations of a physical screen for mobile users of cellular phones, digital cameras and portable media players.
CDMA/EV-DO portfolio with a new distributed base station that gives mobile operators greater flexibility for 3G network deployments
Alcatel-Lucent Unveils 3G CDMA/EV-DO Distributed Base Station
CDMA/EV-DO portfolio with a new distributed base station that gives mobile operators greater flexibility for 3G network deployments
LH2300 "Touch Web" 3G phone. This new handset features a 3-inch wide full touchscreen LCD with 800 x 480 resolution with a full internet browsing service.
New LG 3G Mobile Phone Offers Full Web Browsing
LH2300 "Touch Web" 3G phone. This new handset features a 3-inch wide full touchscreen LCD with 800 x 480 resolution with a full internet browsing service.
Ericsson unveiled its M700 mobile platform with peak data rates of up to 100Mbps in the downlink and up to 50Mbps in the uplink.
Ericsson Introduces World's First Commercial LTE platform for Mobile Devices
Ericsson unveiled its M700 mobile platform with peak data rates of up to 100Mbps in the downlink and up to 50Mbps in the uplink.
LG launched the LG-KF510 boasting an extremely-slim body with dynamic functional design.
LG Officially Launches KF510 Mobile Phone
LG launched the LG-KF510 boasting an extremely-slim body with dynamic functional design.
NTT DoCoMo announced that in experiments being carried out jointly with Professor Kazuo Sutoh of the Department of Life Sciences, The University of Tokyo, and Associate Professor Shoji Takeuchi of the Institute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo, it has successfully demonstrated the world's first molecular delivery system for molecular communication.
Mobile Phones With Biochips To be Used for Biological and Chemical Analysis
NTT DoCoMo announced that in experiments being carried out jointly with Professor Kazuo Sutoh of the Department of Life Sciences.
The market for smartphones will grow from around 10% of the total handset market in 2007 to 31% of the market in 2013. A new study from ABI Research projects this meteoric growth to be a product of a number of complex factors
By 2013 One in Every Three Phones Sold Will be a Smartphone
The market for smartphones will grow from around 10% of the total handset market in 2007 to 31% of the market in 2013.
The new Sony BMG video collection is the latest addition to 3’s existing free mobile video service.
3 UK Launch Ad Supported 3G Mobile Music Video Service
The new Sony BMG video collection is the latest addition to 3’s existing free mobile video service.
The most powerful handset to date from Sony Ericsson's Walkman range, the W890i packs in HSDPA internet capabilities, a 3.2-megapixel camera, Google Maps, RSS feeds and a bundled in 2GB memory card.
Sony Ericsson W890i Review by 3G.co.uk
The most powerful handset to date from Sony Ericsson's Walkman range, the W890i packs in HSDPA internet capabilities, a 3.2-megapixel camera and more.
Changing consumer attitudes are driving the trend towards intelligent mobile devices with high-quality multimedia capabilities.
Open and Multi-player Innovation Model to Redefine Smart Mobile Market in Europe
Changing consumer attitudes are driving the trend towards intelligent mobile devices with high-quality multimedia capabilities.
Proposals for new rules to stamp out misleading sales and marketing practices in the mobile market were announced by Ofcom
Clamping Down on Mobile Phone Mis-selling
Proposals for new rules to stamp out misleading sales and marketing practices in the mobile market were announced by Ofcom
LTE is the world's first automatic cell planning tool for LTE.
The World's First ACP Tool for 3G LTE
LTE is the world's first automatic cell planning tool for LTE.
Sstylish black, bringing a blend of state-of-the-art imaging, integrated navigation and high-speed Internet connectivity to the Nseries range of converged devices.
Nokia Release Black N82
Sstylish black, bringing a blend of state-of-the-art imaging, integrated navigation and high-speed Internet connectivity to the Nseries range of converged devices.
China Mobile (CMCC) has announced commercial deployment of TD-SCDMA technology beginning in April. TD-SCDMA is a 3G wireless network standard
China Mobile Announces Commercial Deployment of TD-SCDMA Technology
China Mobile (CMCC) has announced commercial deployment of TD-SCDMA technology beginning in April. TD-SCDMA is a 3G wireless network standard
Handango announced its new partnership with The Carphone Warehouse, Europe's largest independent mobile phone retailer, signaling a new direction for Handango's content distribution.
The Carphone Warehouse Announce Mobile Content Delivery Agreement
Handango announced its new partnership with The Carphone Warehouse, Europe's largest independent mobile phone retailer, signaling a new direction for Handango's content distribution.
a new survey of US consumers indicates that the industry still needs to resolve a few nagging problems – matters like image quality, bandwidth limitations and the overall consumer experience.
Consumers Frustrated by Mobile Media Image Quality and Loading Speed
A new survey of US consumers indicates that the industry still needs to resolve a few nagging problems matters like image quality, bandwidth limitations and the overall consumer experience.
O2 UK's customers will be able to search, browse, preview and purchase full-length tracks from Napster's immense catalog of over 5 million tracks and play them on their mobile handsets and PCs.
O2 Launches UK’s Largest Mobile Music Catalogue
Browse, preview and purchase full-length tracks from Napster's immense catalog of over 5 million tracks
Motorola announced the first successful packet-switched network handoff between CDMA EV-DO Rev-A and Long Term Evolution (LTE) technologies in a demonstration with VoIP calls and streaming video.
First CDMA/EV-DO Rev-A to LTE Network Handoffs
Motorola announced the first successful packet-switched network handoff between CDMA EV-DO Rev-A and Long Term Evolution (LTE).
If you need 3G or a large display, look elsewhere, but this is probably the smallest mobile email device with a usable keyboard we’ve come across.
Blackberry Pearl 8110 Review by 3G.co.uk
If you need 3G or a large display, look elsewhere, but this is probably the smallest mobile email device with a usable keyboard we’ve come across.
Based in a city with one of the highest mobile phone penetration rates in the world, Hutchison Telecom Hong Kong wanted to meet growing customer demand for mobile email services.
3 Hong Kong Takes Mobile Email from Memova Mobile
Based in a city with one of the highest mobile phone penetration rates in the world, 3 HK wanted to meet growing customer demand for mobile email services.
Lacking in finesse but functional, this may be a good option for those with larger hands who find some smartphones a bit fiddly.
Samsung i640v Review by 3G.co.uk
Lacking in finesse but functional, this may be a good option for those with larger hands who find some smartphones a bit fiddly.
First to Demonstrate end-to-end 3GPP LTE on Software Defined Radio Platforms
mimoOn GmbH announced the implementation of an end-to-end LTE software solution
There is much to enjoy with the Palm Centro. It’s as simple and fun to use as previous Palm handsets, it’s speedily responsive and knocks many rivals for six. Palm fans will be pleased, but it’s a shame the spec isn’t better.
Palm Centro Review by 3G.co.uk
There is much to enjoy with the Palm Centro. It’s as simple and fun to use as previous Palm handsets, it’s speedily responsive and knocks many rivals for six. Palm fans will be pleased, but it’s a shame the spec isn’t better.
NTT DoCoMo has recorded a downlink transmission rate of 250Mbps over a high-speed wireless network in an outdoor test of an experimental Super 3G system for mobile communications.
250Mbps Downlink in Super 3G Field Experiment
NTT DoCoMo has recorded a downlink transmission rate of 250Mbps over a high-speed wireless network in an outdoor test of an experimental Super 3G system
This sleek and compact device combines the standard mobile keypad with a full slide out QWERTY keyboard, making the Xda Atmos the perfect choice for those who prefer the look and feel of a traditional handset but who also require the functional capabilities of a PDA.
O2 Launches the 3G HSDPA Xda Atmos
This sleek and compact device combines the standard mobile keypad with a full slide out QWERTY keyboard
First IP camera to transmit data via cable/DSL, Wi-Fi, and 3GPP wireless networks directly to a 3G mobile phone, PDA, laptop, or PC anywhere in the world.
New LiveEye 3G Wireless IP Camera
First IP camera to transmit data via cable/DSL, Wi-Fi, and 3GPP wireless networks directly to a 3G mobile phone, PDA, laptop, or PC anywhere in the world.
3 is to reintroduce Motorola handsets to its range for the first time in over 18-months with the RAZR2 V9.
Powerful Motorola 3G Handsets for 3 UK
3 is to reintroduce Motorola handsets to its range for the first time in over 18-months with the RAZR2 V9.
Motorola has joined the LTE/System Architecture Evolution (SAE) Trial Initiative (LSTI).
Motorola Joins 3G LTE/ SAE Trial Initiative
Motorola has joined the LTE/System Architecture Evolution (SAE) Trial Initiative (LSTI).
To call this handset entry-level almost feels an injustice. It has impressive looks and what features it does have measure up to the task in hand. A great effort from Alcatel.
Alcatel OT-V770 Review by 3G.co.uk
To call this handset entry-level almost feels an injustice. It has impressive looks and what features it does have measure up to the task in hand. A great effort from Alcatel.
MTN will use VectaStar to wirelessly backhaul the traffic from its 3G-network initially in six main cities across the West African nation
Cambridge Broadband Networks to Power 3G Backhaul Across Nigeria
MTN will use VectaStar to wirelessly backhaul the traffic from its 3G-network initially in six main cities across the West African nation
Building on the success of its existing market leading mobile browser proposition, the new version emulates the new appearance of the online version of bbc.co.uk.
New Version of bbc.co.uk for Mobile Devices
Building on the success of its existing market leading mobile browser proposition, the new version emulates the new appearance of the online version of bbc.co.uk.
InterDigital announced that its SlimChip mobile broadband modem turned in market leading performances in HSDPA benchmark testing conducted by Signals Research Group,
3G HSDPA Modem Platform Achieves World-Class Mobile Broadband Performance
InterDigital announced that its SlimChip mobile broadband modem turned in market leading performances in HSDPA benchmark testing
Motorola U9 Review by 3G.co.uk
The Motorola U9 could easily have been just another clamshell phone with a snazzy finish but, thanks to the OLED and the choice of colours, it’s destined to stand out from the crowd.
But cellular/3G is in a sense a long-term market anomaly that is now in a decline which will continue steadily over the next five years
The Decline of Cellular/3G Will Negatively Impact the RF Power Semiconductor Device Market
But cellular/3G is in a sense a long-term market anomaly that is now in a decline which will continue steadily over the next five years
Apple previewed its iPhone 2.0 software, scheduled for release this June, and announced the immediate availability of a beta release of the software to selected developers and enterprise customers.
Apple Preview iPhone 2.0 Software
Apple previewed its iPhone 2.0 software, scheduled for release this June, and announced the immediate availability of a beta release of the software to selected developers and enterprise customers.
The compact devices serve as low-power access points, operating in licensed spectrum, to connect mobile devices to the mobile carrier’s network via the Internet.
AirWalk to Introduce EdgePoint Femtocell
The compact devices serve as low-power access points, operating in licensed spectrum, to connect mobile devices to the mobile carriers network via the Internet.
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.
Orange announced the launch of a new advertisement-supported content trial on its mobile internet platform, Orange World.
Orange Announces Ad-Funded Mobile Content Trial In The UK
Orange announced the launch of a new advertisement-supported content trial on its mobile internet platform, Orange World.
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.
This is the first IP camera to transmit data via cable/DSL, Wi-Fi, and 3GPP wireless networks directly to a 3G mobile phone,
New LiveEye 3G Wireless IP Camera
This is the first IP camera to transmit data via cable/DSL, Wi-Fi, and 3GPP wireless networks directly to a 3G mobile phone,
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.
Vodafone UK will open four new stores in prime locations across London and Belfast bringing the total number of outlets in its estate to 347. Among the first to open will be Heathrow Terminal 5 and London St Pancras station, followed by high street stores in Islington and Belfast.
Vodafone to Open Four More Mobile Phone Stores
Among the first to open will be Heathrow Terminal 5 and London St Pancras station, followed by high street stores in Islington and Belfast.
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.
The first stage of implementation will see Orange UK and Vodafone UK share existing 2G and 3G mast sites,
Orange and Vodafone to Give UK Consumers Better Mobile Coverage
The first stage of implementation will see Orange UK and Vodafone UK share existing 2G and 3G mast sites,
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.
INTERNET TELEPHONY magazine has named OmniAccess 3500 Nonstop Laptop Guardian as a recipient of its 2007 Product of the Year Award
3G Laptop Guardian Receives Product of the Year Award
INTERNET TELEPHONY magazine has named OmniAccess 3500 Nonstop Laptop Guardian as a recipient of its 2007 Product of the Year Award
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.
The European Commission decided to add the Digital Video Broadcasting Handheld standard (DVB-H) to the EU List of Standards
Thumbs Up for DVB-H Mobile TV Technology in Europe
The European Commission decided to add the Digital Video Broadcasting Handheld standard (DVB-H) to the EU List of Standards
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.
Spotlight on HSPA Mobile Broadband
3G Americas will host the HSPA Mobile Broadband Pavilion at CTIA Wireless, April 1-3, in the Las Vegas Convention Center, with the participation of 19 other companies.
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.
Vodafone and Warner Music International have completed an agreement allowing new music and mobile content from Madonna’s highly anticipated new “Hard Candy” album to be distributed and promoted exclusively to Vodafone customers around the world,
Vodafone UK and Warner Launch New Madonna Mobile Content
New music and mobile content from Madonna’s highly anticipated new “Hard Candy” album to be distributed and promoted exclusively to Vodafone customers around the world,
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.
Nokia has been ranked at the top of the latest Vendor Matrix released by ABI Research. Research in Motion (RIM) and Samsung claimed the second and third spots in the company’s most recent evaluation of worldwide smartphone vendors.
Nokia Tops New Smartphone Vendor Matrix Ranking
Nokia has been ranked at the top of the latest Vendor Matrix released by ABI Research. Research in Motion (RIM) and Samsung claimed the second and third spots.
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
Webtide has developed the first web and application server designed specifically to operate on Google’s Android mobile platform.
First Web and Application Server for Googles Android Mobile Platform
Webtide has developed the first web and application server designed specifically to operate on Googles Android mobile platform.
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.
A ext-happy mobile users no longer have anything to fear thanks to new unlimited texter plans from 3. In a market beating deal, 3 is offering customers unlimited texts on two new plans – both of which will be available on 12 month contracts with a selection of great free handsets.
Unlimited Texts on 12 month Plans for 3G Operator 3 UK
3 is offering customers unlimited texts on two new plans – both of which will be available on 12 month contracts with a selection of great free handsets.
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.
ZTE Leverages Altera Stratix II FPGAs to Deliver New TD-SCDMA Remote Radio Unit
New TD-SCDMA Remote Radio Units (RRUs). In the ZTE RRU, the Stratix II device performs all major digital intermediate frequency (IF) functions.
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.
Andrew Wireless Solutions, the CommScope division that provides communications systems and products, has introduced a digital, multi-band selective repeater that enables building cost-effective indoor coverage.
RF Enhancer for Multi-band Indoor Coverage for Operators
A digital, multi-band selective repeater that enables building cost-effective indoor coverage.
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
Orange announced the launch of 3G+ HSDPA for corporate customers in Lyon today. The offer dobles downlink speeds of up to 7.2 Mbps.
Orange First to Offer 3G HSDPA at 7.2 Mbps to Corporate Customers
Orange announced the launch of 3G+ HSDPA for corporate customers in Lyon today. The offer dobles  downlink speeds of up to 7.2 Mbps.
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
Ready to deliver ground breaking technology that will enable auction winners in the US to rapidly deploy advanced mobile networks in the 700 MHz spectrum.
Ericsson is Prepared to Assist US 700 MHz Auction Winners
Ready to deliver ground breaking technology that will enable auction winners in the US to rapidly deploy advanced mobile networks in the 700 MHz spectrum.
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,
Ascom acquires the UK-based Argogroup to strengthen its position in the global market of mobile and stationary network testing. Argogroup supplements the current Ascom MTS offering with its own competitive technology. Argogroup is based in the UK and in Germany, with customers worldwide.
Ascom Expands Mobile Test Solutions Business via Acquisition
Argogroup supplements the current Ascom MTS offering with its own competitive technology customers worldwide.
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.
High-tech market research firm In-Stat has launched a new research service to provide subscribers comprehensive deployment information for Mobile WiMAX, HSPA, EV-DO and future 4G technologies.
3G/4G Deployments and Subscribers Growing Rapidly, 2G Technologies to Dominate Through 2012
In-Stat has launched a new research service to provide subscribers comprehensive deployment information for Mobile WiMAX, HSPA, EV-DO and 4G.
   
3G Americas will host the HSPA Mobile Broadband Pavilion at CTIA, April 1-3, 2008, in the Las Vegas Convention Center with the participation of 19 other companies.
HSPA Mobile Broadband Pavilion
3G Americas will host the HSPA Mobile Broadband Pavilion at CTIA, April 1-3, 2008, in the Las Vegas Convention Center
   
Juniper Research has found that the combination of greater 3G adoption and a marked increase in rich media, made-for-mobile content will drive mobile entertainment revenues to $47.5 billion by 2010.
Mobile Music, Games and TV to Generate $34 Billion by 2010
Greater 3G adoption and a marked increase in rich media, made-for-mobile content will drive mobile entertainment revenues
   
JAJAH has been named the winner of the Graham Bell Award for Best Communication Solution by The Service Provider Forum of the Telecom Council of Silicon Valley at their first annual SPIFFY Awards.
BJAJAH Named Best Communication Solution by a Group of 25 Global Phone Carriers
Winner of the Graham Bell Award for Best Communication Solution by The Service Provider Forum of the Telecom Council of Silicon Valley
   
FastSPICE Selected for Multi-mode 3G Transceiver Simulation by Skyworks
Analog FastSPICE circuit simulator for full-circuit functional simulation and complex-block characterization of its multi-mode multi-band analog and RF transceivers.
   
iPass has enhanced its twice-yearly Wi-Fi Hotspot Index to include enterprise 3G usage statistics
Business Use of Wi-Fi Hotspots Nearly Doubles in 2007; Use of 3G Mobile Broadband on the Rise
iPass has enhanced its twice-yearly Wi-Fi Hotspot Index to include enterprise 3G usage statistics
   
Launch of the iFund with $100 million in venture capital to invest in companies developing applications and services
$100 Million iFund for iPhone Application Developers
Launch of the iFund with $100 million in venture capital to invest in companies developing applications and services
   
EJL Wireless Research is announcing a new report within the DNA-I series, an Ericsson KRB 1011048/60 W-CDMA power amplifier unit.
Ericsson W-CDMA Power Amplifier Unit
EJL Wireless Research is announcing a new report within the DNA-I series, an Ericsson KRB 1011048/60 W-CDMA power amplifier unit.
   
NextWave Wireless announced the launch of MXtv, a breakthrough mobile multicast and broadcast technology that enables WiMAX operators to deliver a broad range of rich and personalized multimedia services including mobile TV
Breakthrough Mobile TV and Advertising Platform for WiMAX Operators
Breakthrough mobile multicast and broadcast technology that enables WiMAX operators to deliver a broad range of rich and personalized multimedia services
   
UMTS will become the dominant standard. Europe's CEPT has given a EC-wide clearance for the roll-out of UMTS900 in its 47 member states.
Examine the UMTS 900-Successfully Delivering 3G in Low-Frequency Bands
UMTS will become the dominant standard. Europe's CEPT has given a EC-wide clearance for the roll-out of UMTS900 in its 47 member states.
   
3 has extended its Pay As You Go offering with the introduction of international calls and texts to Poland, India and Pakistan for the same price as local UK calls until 31st August 2008.
3G Operator 3 UK Extends Cheap International Calls Deal
3 has extended its Pay As You Go offering with the introduction of international calls and texts to Poland, India and Pakistan for the same price as local UK calls
   
3G Americas announced that by the end of 2008, there will be more than half a billion mobile wireless subscriptions to the GSM technology family including EDGE and UMTS/HSPA in the Americas, according to forecasts by Informa Telecoms & Media.
Half a Billion GSM/UMTS Subscriptions in the Americas
By the end of 2008, there will be more than half a billion mobile wireless subscriptions to the GSM technology family including EDGE and UMTS/HSPA in the Americas
   
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.
   
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.
   
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.
   
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.
   
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.
   
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
   
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.
   
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.
   
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.
   
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.
   
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.
   
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.
   
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.
   
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
   
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.
   
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.
   
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.
   
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