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iPhone 3G observations

Ack :- Jason D. O’Grady
Jason shares his experience on iPhone 3G observations …

After almost a week with the new iPhone 3G I have some additional thoughts that I wanted to share on my experiences:

As I previously mentioned, AT&T’s 3G coverage is completely non-existent in my area, despite AT&T’s coverage viewer claiming that I’m blanketed […]

HandSolo by Qualcomm: The Future is at Hand - April Fool’s Prank

Here’s some fresh news from Qualcomm at CTIA. It looks like they have figured out how to make a mobile phone none of us will forget to bring along:

Good Morning,
Qualcomm, a leader in developing digital wireless communications products and services, is announcing HandSoloâ„¢. It was developed as the first ultra-portable embedded device designed […]

Reliance unveils handsets @ Rs 777

A Classic Bonanza – Reliance Communications unveils handsets @ Rs 777.

1st time in India and 1st in the World. Reliance offers feature rich mobile handset at just Rs 777 (Less than $19)
Reliance emerges as the 2nd largest marketer of mobile handsets in India.

In a move that could potentially take the […]

Cisco ‘Data Center Day’ to be Held in Mumbai on May 9

Cisco Systems Inc. has announced its plan to host a multi-city event aimed at highlighting the relevance of network-based architecture for next-generation data centers. The event ‘Data Center Day’ will be held in Mumbai on May 9, 2007 at Hotel Hyatt Regency.
As part of this event, Cisco along with representatives from IBM and Emerson will […]

Nokia to set up design studio in B’lore

The world’s largest handset maker is ramping up its focus in India with the global launch of seven new products predominantly aimed at the market here. ET spoke to Nokia’s entry business unit design director Antti Kujala , and president, sales & portfolio management mobile phones (APAC), Alex Lambeek . Excerpts:
ET: Will any of the […]

VSNL faces $406-m claim from FLAG

The long-standing dispute between Tata-controlled Videsh Sanchar Nigam Ltd (VSNL) and FLAG Telecom, part of the Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group (ADAG), over the FLAG Europe-Asia cable system has worsened, with FLAG moving the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) seeking “monetary relief” of $406 million, plus interest, from VSNL.
On 6 Feb, VSNL told BSE that it […]

Man on a (Wi-Fi) mission

It’s the Year of Broadband in India and Frank Hanzlik, MD of the Wi-Fi Alliance, wants Wi-Fi to rise above the din created by WiMax (Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access) and 3G and get its due place with the new 802.11n standard that quadruples the speed of this wireless technology.
“Wi-Fi abounds on unlicensed spectrum (unlike3G […]

Cisco agrees to give more time to Apple in iPhone suit

Apple and Cisco agreed to extend the time Apple has to respond to Cisco’s lawsuit surrounding the iPhone, in order to discuss trademark rights and interoperability, the companies said.
Cisco, which makes routers and switches to link networks and power the Internet, sued Apple over alleged trademark infringement for calling its new cell phone-iPod device iPhone.
During […]

Mobile technology moves to the 4G

The rollout of HSPA has just started, yet the next step toward 4th-generation mobile radio is already waiting in the wings.
The purpose of UMTS long-term evolution (LTE) is to ensure the future of UMTS by providing higher data rates and shorter access times. Rohde & Schwarz, a pioneer in developing new technologies, will again showcase […]

BSNL to Push WiMax to 80,000 Villages

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited has plans to connect 80,000 villages with wireless broadband.
Rajesh Kumar, joint DDG, strategic planning, BSNL informed that the project would be undertaken in phases. The organization has formed a cluster of 1,000 block headquarters, scattered across India, for the first phase. These blocks will cover around 10,000 villages. WiMax installation will […]