Source: SwissQual press release
SwissQual, the independent Swiss network quality measurement company, has carried out drive testing on the new TeliaSonera LTE network in Stockholm. The measurements were made using the Samsung Kalmia LTE 4G modem mounted in the SwissQual Diversity Optimizer platform. The Diversity Optimizer, in common with all of the probes in the SwissQual Evolution range, has been designed to easily integrate new handsets and modems for emerging technologies such as LTE.
The drive test collected very interesting measurement results from the new TeliaSonera 4G data service. Downlink data throughputs up to 47 Mbps and TCP latency as low as 20 ms were recorded. This is approximately 5 times better than the performance typically seen in 3G HSPA+ networks.
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Nokia Siemens Networks and LG Electronics achieve record LTE data speeds
Source: Nokia Siemens Networks press release
First data call at maximum downlink rate of 100 Mbps for a Class 3 USB wireless modem.
Nokia Siemens Networks and LG Electronics have achieved an LTE downlink data transfer rate of 100 Mbps, the maximum speed for a Class 3 LTE terminal. In LTE, user equipment is categorized into classes based on its potential uplink and downlink data rates. Class 3 terminals are expected to be the first widely used commercial LTE terminals when they are launched later in 2010. This data call, operating a Class 3 terminal at its 100Mbps limit, therefore demonstrates significant progress towards commercial LTE.
First data call at maximum downlink rate of 100 Mbps for a Class 3 USB wireless modem.
Nokia Siemens Networks and LG Electronics have achieved an LTE downlink data transfer rate of 100 Mbps, the maximum speed for a Class 3 LTE terminal. In LTE, user equipment is categorized into classes based on its potential uplink and downlink data rates. Class 3 terminals are expected to be the first widely used commercial LTE terminals when they are launched later in 2010. This data call, operating a Class 3 terminal at its 100Mbps limit, therefore demonstrates significant progress towards commercial LTE.
Monday, January 25, 2010
Cox Successfully Demonstrates the Delivery of Voice Calling, High Definition Video Via 4G Wireless Technology
Source: Cox press release
Tests in Phoenix and San Diego Mark Key Milestones in the Future Deployment of Next-Generation 4G Wireless Broadband Network.
Cox Communications today announced the successful completion of voice calling and high definition video streaming over wireless networks using fourth generation (4G) Long Term Evolution (LTE) technology. Cox's 4G technology and service trials utilize the AWS and 700 MHz spectrum that it acquired at Federal Communication Commission auctions in 2006 and 2008. Cox spent over $550 million for radio spectrum licenses to support its wireless plans, which include wireless broadband.
Cox conducted the 4G trials in Phoenix and San Diego and chose these markets for the advanced technology-orientation of its residential and business customers, as well as the terrain and suburban density variances of their geographies.
While Cox is testing 4G LTE technology in these markets, it is initially deploying wireless services using the 3G CDMA standard in Hampton Roads, Va., Orange County, Calif. and Omaha, Nebraska.
Tests in Phoenix and San Diego Mark Key Milestones in the Future Deployment of Next-Generation 4G Wireless Broadband Network.
Cox Communications today announced the successful completion of voice calling and high definition video streaming over wireless networks using fourth generation (4G) Long Term Evolution (LTE) technology. Cox's 4G technology and service trials utilize the AWS and 700 MHz spectrum that it acquired at Federal Communication Commission auctions in 2006 and 2008. Cox spent over $550 million for radio spectrum licenses to support its wireless plans, which include wireless broadband.
Cox conducted the 4G trials in Phoenix and San Diego and chose these markets for the advanced technology-orientation of its residential and business customers, as well as the terrain and suburban density variances of their geographies.
While Cox is testing 4G LTE technology in these markets, it is initially deploying wireless services using the 3G CDMA standard in Hampton Roads, Va., Orange County, Calif. and Omaha, Nebraska.
Ericsson: 4G lead will take time to materialize in earnings
Source: ConnectedPlant
While Ericsson has emerged guns blazing in long-term evolution, CFO says the infant market won’t impact the bottom line for years.
While Ericsson has emerged guns blazing in long-term evolution, CFO says the infant market won’t impact the bottom line for years.
Digging into the packet core
Source: FierceWireless
Mobile players have invested more than $3 billion in the packet core space during the past six months alone. And, according to those in the market, the reason is clear: Thanks to dramatic increases in data traffic, and the looming prospect of widespread 4G, the packet core is poised to become a critical element in operators' management of mobile broadband.
Mobile players have invested more than $3 billion in the packet core space during the past six months alone. And, according to those in the market, the reason is clear: Thanks to dramatic increases in data traffic, and the looming prospect of widespread 4G, the packet core is poised to become a critical element in operators' management of mobile broadband.
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Is the industry ready for LTE?
Source: ConnectedPlanet
This next-generation wireless technology has arrived, but how long will it take for all the pieces of the LTE ecosystem to fall into place and for 4G to live up to its promise?
This next-generation wireless technology has arrived, but how long will it take for all the pieces of the LTE ecosystem to fall into place and for 4G to live up to its promise?
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Verizon Wireless Chooses Spirent To Provide Testing Solutions For The Certification Of LTE Devices
Source: Verizon Wireless press release
Verizon Wireless announced today that the company has selected Spirent Communications as a provider of testing solutions for the certification of devices that will operate on the nationwide 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) network that Verizon Wireless is building on the Upper 700 MHz C-Block spectrum. Spirent solutions include hardware, test simulators, system simulators and software for test automation. Any organization considering offering devices on the upcoming Verizon Wireless LTE network can use these tools in preparation for device certification by independent labs.
Verizon Wireless announced today that the company has selected Spirent Communications as a provider of testing solutions for the certification of devices that will operate on the nationwide 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) network that Verizon Wireless is building on the Upper 700 MHz C-Block spectrum. Spirent solutions include hardware, test simulators, system simulators and software for test automation. Any organization considering offering devices on the upcoming Verizon Wireless LTE network can use these tools in preparation for device certification by independent labs.
Thursday, January 14, 2010
NTT DOCOMO Develops 8-Band Power Amplifier for Mobile Phones
Source: NTT DOCOMO press release
NTT DOCOMO, INC. announced today that it has developed a prototype multi-band power amplifier that accommodates eight frequency bands between 700 MHz and 2.5 GHz, paving the way for lightweight, all-in-one mobile phones capable of standalone wireless communications of different standards, including the forthcoming extra-fast LTE standard as well as existing W-CDMA and GSM.
NTT DOCOMO, INC. announced today that it has developed a prototype multi-band power amplifier that accommodates eight frequency bands between 700 MHz and 2.5 GHz, paving the way for lightweight, all-in-one mobile phones capable of standalone wireless communications of different standards, including the forthcoming extra-fast LTE standard as well as existing W-CDMA and GSM.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
2.6 GHz Band Vital for the Growth of LTE According to GSMA Backed Research
Source: GSMA press release
New research shows global significance of the 2.6 GHz band for Mobile Broadband and meeting the needs for more spectrum.
The report can be downloaded from here. - Hyung
New research shows global significance of the 2.6 GHz band for Mobile Broadband and meeting the needs for more spectrum.
The report can be downloaded from here. - Hyung
NSN elbows into Ericsson's TeliaSonera LTE deal
Source: Rethink Wireless
Last fall saw Huawei scoring multiple LTE wins in the European heartlands of its more established mobile networks rivals. Now the incumbents are biting back, as Nordic carrier TeliaSonera selects Ericsson and Nokia Siemens for new deals, confining Huawei to just one deployment, in Norwegian capital Oslo.
Last fall saw Huawei scoring multiple LTE wins in the European heartlands of its more established mobile networks rivals. Now the incumbents are biting back, as Nordic carrier TeliaSonera selects Ericsson and Nokia Siemens for new deals, confining Huawei to just one deployment, in Norwegian capital Oslo.
Monday, January 11, 2010
GCF on target to deliver LTE Certification
Source: GCF press release
GCF, the Global Certification Forum, is on schedule to release an LTE device certification scheme before the end of 2010 – in time for a wave of commercial LTE network launches expected towards the end of the year.
GCF, the Global Certification Forum, is on schedule to release an LTE device certification scheme before the end of 2010 – in time for a wave of commercial LTE network launches expected towards the end of the year.
Friday, January 8, 2010
Verizon envisions usage-based model for LTE
Source: FierceWireless
Verizon Wireless likely will introduce a usage-based pricing model when it launches its LTE network in commercial markets later this year, a Verizon executive said, lending credence to the idea that wireless carriers will increasingly adopt the model in the future.
Verizon Wireless likely will introduce a usage-based pricing model when it launches its LTE network in commercial markets later this year, a Verizon executive said, lending credence to the idea that wireless carriers will increasingly adopt the model in the future.
Motorola demos LTE-equipped Android tablet
Source: FierceWireless
Motorola demonstrated a tablet device running on a Verizon Wireless LTE test network that could debut in the fourth quarter, though its actual market release likely will depend on Verizon's LTE deployment schedule. The demonstration, made at the Consumer Electronics Show, was one of several high-profile devices that have been shown off at the gadget trade show this week in Las Vegas.
Motorola demonstrated a tablet device running on a Verizon Wireless LTE test network that could debut in the fourth quarter, though its actual market release likely will depend on Verizon's LTE deployment schedule. The demonstration, made at the Consumer Electronics Show, was one of several high-profile devices that have been shown off at the gadget trade show this week in Las Vegas.
Thursday, January 7, 2010
Alcatel-Lucent and LG Electronics complete a live handoff of an end-to-end data call between Long Term Evolution (LTE) and CDMA networks
Source: Alcatel-Lucent press release
Alcatel-Lucent and LG Electronics (LGE) today announced that the two companies have completed a successful handoff of an end-to-end data call between Long Term Evolution (LTE) and CDMA mobile networks, compliant with the standards established by the Third Generation Partnership Project (3GPP), which defines requirements for mobile broadband networks. The live, over-the-air handover involved an uninterrupted streaming video session conducted during test drives in the New York metropolitan area over Alcatel-Lucent’s end-to-end commercial LTE and CDMA/EV-DO infrastructure using an LG Electronics CDMA/LTE dual mode device.
Alcatel-Lucent and LG Electronics (LGE) today announced that the two companies have completed a successful handoff of an end-to-end data call between Long Term Evolution (LTE) and CDMA mobile networks, compliant with the standards established by the Third Generation Partnership Project (3GPP), which defines requirements for mobile broadband networks. The live, over-the-air handover involved an uninterrupted streaming video session conducted during test drives in the New York metropolitan area over Alcatel-Lucent’s end-to-end commercial LTE and CDMA/EV-DO infrastructure using an LG Electronics CDMA/LTE dual mode device.
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
LG to Demonstrate 100Mbps LTE Modem
Source: PC World
LG Electronics MobileComm plans to demonstrate a next-generation cellular modem that can download data at speeds up to 100M bits per second.
LG will demonstrate the LTE (Long-Term Evolution) USB modem at the International Consumer Electronics Show, which opens on Thursday in Las Vegas. The modem is capable of downloading data at 100M bps (bits per second) and can upload data at speeds up to 50M bps, LG said in a news release.
LG Electronics MobileComm plans to demonstrate a next-generation cellular modem that can download data at speeds up to 100M bits per second.
LG will demonstrate the LTE (Long-Term Evolution) USB modem at the International Consumer Electronics Show, which opens on Thursday in Las Vegas. The modem is capable of downloading data at 100M bps (bits per second) and can upload data at speeds up to 50M bps, LG said in a news release.
ng Connect Program Showcases First Streaming Video Game from the Cloud to a Car Entertainment System Over an LTE Network
Source: ng Connect Program press release
ng Connect Program members GameStreamer, a next generation digital distribution network for video games, and Alcatel-Lucent will demonstrate the first streaming delivery of a video game to an in-vehicle entertainment system over a Long Term Evolution (LTE) network at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nevada. Passengers in the program’s LTE Connected Car will be able to browse a GameStreamer-powered store, purchase and play a game all from the in-vehicle entertainment system. The demonstration illustrates the capabilities possible on LTE next generation wireless broadband networks as envisioned by the ng Connect Program. GameStreamer technology used to provide this capability consists of its non-linear predictive streaming and in-vehicle player application and game store.
ng Connect Program members GameStreamer, a next generation digital distribution network for video games, and Alcatel-Lucent will demonstrate the first streaming delivery of a video game to an in-vehicle entertainment system over a Long Term Evolution (LTE) network at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nevada. Passengers in the program’s LTE Connected Car will be able to browse a GameStreamer-powered store, purchase and play a game all from the in-vehicle entertainment system. The demonstration illustrates the capabilities possible on LTE next generation wireless broadband networks as envisioned by the ng Connect Program. GameStreamer technology used to provide this capability consists of its non-linear predictive streaming and in-vehicle player application and game store.
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
LTE to Drive IMS Market to More than Double Current Size
Source: ABI Research
Revenue from mobile IMS (IP Multimedia Subsystem) sales is expected to increase more than 100% over the next five years, according to ABI Research.
Revenue from mobile IMS (IP Multimedia Subsystem) sales is expected to increase more than 100% over the next five years, according to ABI Research.
Monday, January 4, 2010
IMT-Advanced Workshop (12/23/2009)
The presentations are available to download from 3GPP's website. They provide a nice summary of current R-10 LTE-Advanced standardization. The following are the presentations:
* LTE technologies (Takehiro Nakamura: TSG-RAN Chair, NTT DOCOMO)
* Physical layer aspects (Matthew Baker: RAN WG1 Chair, Alcatel-Lucent)
* Layer 2 and 3 aspects (Magnus Lindström: RAN WG2, Ericsson)
* RAN architecture aspects (Dino Flore: RAN WG3 Chair, Qualcomm)
* RF aspects (Takaharu Nakamura: RAN WG4 Chair, Fujitsu)
* 3GPP Self evaluation methodology and results (Tetsushi Abe: RAN WG1 Vice-Chair, NTT DOCOMO)
* LTE technologies (Takehiro Nakamura: TSG-RAN Chair, NTT DOCOMO)
* Physical layer aspects (Matthew Baker: RAN WG1 Chair, Alcatel-Lucent)
* Layer 2 and 3 aspects (Magnus Lindström: RAN WG2, Ericsson)
* RAN architecture aspects (Dino Flore: RAN WG3 Chair, Qualcomm)
* RF aspects (Takaharu Nakamura: RAN WG4 Chair, Fujitsu)
* 3GPP Self evaluation methodology and results (Tetsushi Abe: RAN WG1 Vice-Chair, NTT DOCOMO)
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