3G is a collection of technologies including EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, and HSUPA that promise to bring high-speed data services to mobile work forces. Progress toward ubiquitous 3G coverage is being made, but competition from rival technologies such as WiMax continues to complicate the market. Many users have rushed to purchase 3G smartphones, and roaming between carriers continues to be a concern. Still, 3G holds enormous promise for users to always be on the cellular network without the security worries of using a wireless hotspot.
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Femtocells: The Time Is Now -- Almost
The remaining months of 2009 and 2010 will see the carefully planned and extraordinarily important rollout of femtocells go into high gear. Femtocells are small base stations that serve two vital purposes: They extend coverage by pushing the telecommunications network into offices and homes and... More >
iPhone, Android Eye the Enterprise as the Future Grows Cloudy
As far as the enterprise is concerned, Apple's iPhone and Android-based devices are for the most part on the outside looking in. They will have plenty of opportunities in the near future, however, since the relationship between enterprises and mobility is on the verge of significant change. ... More >
Mobile VoIP for Business: A Big Market up for Grabs
Business people use IP-based mobile calling today. What most are doing, however, is utilizing platforms and services aimed at consumers. Service providers and a wide array of vendors are increasingly looking at business travelers as a unique market group. "Right now, mobile VoIP continues to grow... More >
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AT&T Faces Setback in Verizon Ad Battle
U.S. District Judge Timothy Batten has declined to grant AT&T's request for a temporary restraining order against Verizon's "There's A Map For That" campaign, reports ChannelWeb . Earlier this month, AT&T filed suit against Verizon claiming that its 3G ads are misleading . According to CNET News , ... More >
AT&T Expands Suit Against Verizon Ads
AT&T is expanding its original lawsuit filed against Verizon earlier this month. According to DailyTech , AT&T now wants a complete restraining order both on the older commercials and the new ones about its 3G coverage. AT&T says that most viewers believe that the advertisements' gaps in AT&T's map... More >
O2 Germany Officially Announces Motorola Milestone
Last week it was confirmed that the Motorola Droid , which debuted on Verizon's network last Friday, would launch as the Motorola Milestone for Europe's GSM equivalent of the smartphone. O2 Germany has officially announced it will offer the handset today. The carrier has listed the Milestone on its Web Site for... More >
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