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ZTE to build SDR network for Portugal’s Optimus
ZTE, a global provider of telecommunications equipment and network solutions, today announced that Optimus will be deploying its software define radio (SDR) multi-mode solution, enabling the operator to upgrade its GSM/UMTS network in Portugal and providing an evolution
Andrew provides Turkish operators with indoor mobile services in Istanbul SG Airport
Andrew Solutions, a specialist in wireless communication systems and products, has teamed up with Turkey's three mobile operators to ensure reliable wireless signals reach 2G and 3G subscribers throughout Istanbul's new Sabiha Gokcen Airport.
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Mobilkom Austria selects Openmind Networks as messaging platform provider
Mobilkom Austria Group, a mobile operator in Central and Eastern Europe, has selected Openmind Networks as the Group's preferred provider for next generation messaging platforms.
Opinion: Operators afraid of overloaded data networks
Increasing apps business, NFC-ready handsets and mobile broadband pushing future revenues were put into the spotlight at last week's Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. Forecasts by operators, vendors and system integrators all expressed cautious optimism while keeping in mind oneIndustry’s 'first' microwave PDH system in sub-6 GHz
UK based Horsebridge Network Systems has announced the release of the industry's first, Sub 6-GHz Microwave PDH System from Radwin.
LBS market to exceed $12bn by 2014 driven by increased apps store usage, says research
The combination of smartphone proliferation, a surge in application storefront launches and new developments in hybrid positioning technologies are expected to help drive revenues from mobile location-based services to more than $12.7 billion by 2014, according to a new report from Juniper Research.
Skype strikes deals with Verizon and Nokia
Mobile VoIP makes a splash at MWC
Verizon and Skype used the MWC event in Barcelona to announce what might be considered as a surprise partnership. For Verizon customers with data plans, they will, from next month, be able to make and receive Skype calls and instant messages. Verizon says it will initially offer the VoIP and messaging service over its 3G network.