Source: Rethink Wireless
Deutsche Telekom plans to begin a user trial of LTE in its newly acquired 800MHz spectrum in Germany this year, hard on the heels of Telefonica O2 in the UK and Germany. With Verizon Wireless deploying LTE initially in 700MHz, the early focus is very much on low frequencies, even though many experts question whether carriers really can get a decent return on their investment in these bands.
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Germany prepares to launch LTE using digital dividend spectrum
Source: Wireless Intelligence
Germany became one of the first countries in Europe to redistribute the so-called ‘digital dividend’ bandwidth to mobile operators in a spectrum auction that closed late last week. The auctions – which netted the government around EUR4.38 billion in total – were contested solely by the country’s four existing mobile operators and were wrapped-up after 224 rounds of bidding for the 41 blocks of spectrum on offer. However, the auctions raised less than expected – advisory firm KPMG had predicted total gains of around EUR6 billion to EUR8 billion – and fell well short of the EUR50 billion generated from the sale of Germany’s first 3G licenses a decade ago.
Germany became one of the first countries in Europe to redistribute the so-called ‘digital dividend’ bandwidth to mobile operators in a spectrum auction that closed late last week. The auctions – which netted the government around EUR4.38 billion in total – were contested solely by the country’s four existing mobile operators and were wrapped-up after 224 rounds of bidding for the 41 blocks of spectrum on offer. However, the auctions raised less than expected – advisory firm KPMG had predicted total gains of around EUR6 billion to EUR8 billion – and fell well short of the EUR50 billion generated from the sale of Germany’s first 3G licenses a decade ago.
Verizon Talks Tiered Pricing for LTE
Source: Light Reading
Verizon Wireless 's likely move to a tiered pricing model with Long Term Evolution (LTE) should come as no surprise to anyone that has followed its plans for mobile broadband in the last couple of years.
Verizon Wireless 's likely move to a tiered pricing model with Long Term Evolution (LTE) should come as no surprise to anyone that has followed its plans for mobile broadband in the last couple of years.
Yota's switch to LTE delivers a hammer blow to WiMAX
Source: Ovum
Yota, the leading Russian WiMAX operator, announced last Friday that it will switch to LTE when expanding its network to a further five Russian cities. It will also overlay LTE in Moscow and St Petersburg in 2011, where it already has WiMAX networks. The announcement comes a month after Clearwire announced that it has changed its agreement with Intel to more readily allow the use of, or conversion to, LTE in its network. Although not a knockout blow to WiMAX's future, it is another serious setback for the technology.
Yota, the leading Russian WiMAX operator, announced last Friday that it will switch to LTE when expanding its network to a further five Russian cities. It will also overlay LTE in Moscow and St Petersburg in 2011, where it already has WiMAX networks. The announcement comes a month after Clearwire announced that it has changed its agreement with Intel to more readily allow the use of, or conversion to, LTE in its network. Although not a knockout blow to WiMAX's future, it is another serious setback for the technology.
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Aircom: U.S. operators could save $1.2B by moving to HSPA+ rather than LTE
Source: Connected Planet
HSPA+ delivers enough capacity and boosts speeds to the user, making it an adequate to substitute for 4G, according to consulting firm.
HSPA+ delivers enough capacity and boosts speeds to the user, making it an adequate to substitute for 4G, according to consulting firm.
Verizon planning big LTE splash at CES
Source: FierceWireless
Verizon Wireless appears to be planning to showcase its LTE network and devices at the 2011 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Speaking at a Barclays Capital Global Communications, Media & Technology Conference today, CEO Lowell McAdam urged investors to come to CES. "I think you will be surprised at the number and variety of [LTE] devices that we bring to the table."
Verizon Wireless appears to be planning to showcase its LTE network and devices at the 2011 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Speaking at a Barclays Capital Global Communications, Media & Technology Conference today, CEO Lowell McAdam urged investors to come to CES. "I think you will be surprised at the number and variety of [LTE] devices that we bring to the table."
Who's Really Sitting on an LTE Goldmine?
Source: Light Reading
At this early stage in the development of Long Term Evolution (LTE), it is not yet known who holds key patents for the next-generation mobile technology. But this hasn't stopped some companies from making claims about their share of the LTE intellectual property rights (IPR) pie.
At this early stage in the development of Long Term Evolution (LTE), it is not yet known who holds key patents for the next-generation mobile technology. But this hasn't stopped some companies from making claims about their share of the LTE intellectual property rights (IPR) pie.
Deutsche Telekom to Trial LTE This Year
Source: Light Reading
Deutsche Telekom AG plans to launch a friendly user trial of Long Term Evolution (LTE) in its newly acquired 800MHz spectrum in Germany by the end of this year.
Deutsche Telekom AG plans to launch a friendly user trial of Long Term Evolution (LTE) in its newly acquired 800MHz spectrum in Germany by the end of this year.
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Russian Operators Look to LTE
Source: 3GPP
In a pre-conference seminar dedicated to the technology behind the successful LTE Standards, Russian telecommunications experts have discussed the Regions’ needs with 3GPP Chairmen and leading officials.
In a pre-conference seminar dedicated to the technology behind the successful LTE Standards, Russian telecommunications experts have discussed the Regions’ needs with 3GPP Chairmen and leading officials.
Strategy Analytics: LTE Cloud Phones to Disrupt Handset Market
Source: Strategy Analytics press release
“Cloud phones” will disrupt leading vendor positions by 2015, according to the latest research from Strategy Analytics. Unlike most of today’s mobile phones, cloud phones will rely heavily on the Internet cloud to provide value-added applications and services to consumers.
“Cloud phones” will disrupt leading vendor positions by 2015, according to the latest research from Strategy Analytics. Unlike most of today’s mobile phones, cloud phones will rely heavily on the Internet cloud to provide value-added applications and services to consumers.
India and Russia show two sides of WiMAX debate
Source: Rethink Wireless
The next few weeks will be important ones for the WiMAX community, as the Indian auction of 2.3GHz spectrum gets underway. Among the bidders for one of two national BWA licenses (excluding one reserved for the state telcos) is a group led by Qualcomm, which hopes to support TD-LTE and stop India being a home run for WiMAX mobile broadband.
The next few weeks will be important ones for the WiMAX community, as the Indian auction of 2.3GHz spectrum gets underway. Among the bidders for one of two national BWA licenses (excluding one reserved for the state telcos) is a group led by Qualcomm, which hopes to support TD-LTE and stop India being a home run for WiMAX mobile broadband.
Qualcomm Eyes Expansion with India LTE Bid
Source: WirelessWeek
Qualcomm is an enabler – a technology enabler, that is. The company has used its considerable financial resources to accelerate the development and deployment of technologies ranging from its core CDMA business to its mobile television subsidiary FLO TV.
Qualcomm is an enabler – a technology enabler, that is. The company has used its considerable financial resources to accelerate the development and deployment of technologies ranging from its core CDMA business to its mobile television subsidiary FLO TV.
Cox crows on LTE
Source: telecoms.com
Next generation wireless broadband technologies are held in high regard by many for their potential to deliver where 3G failed. This potential is also being tapped by fixed line operators which see 4G as a route to deliver complementary services. At the LTE World Summit in Amsterdam recently, telecoms.com got to speak with Stephen J Bye, vice president of wireless at US cable carrier Cox Communications about his plans for LTE.
Next generation wireless broadband technologies are held in high regard by many for their potential to deliver where 3G failed. This potential is also being tapped by fixed line operators which see 4G as a route to deliver complementary services. At the LTE World Summit in Amsterdam recently, telecoms.com got to speak with Stephen J Bye, vice president of wireless at US cable carrier Cox Communications about his plans for LTE.
Vodacom makes its play for 4G spectrum
Source: TechCentral
Vodacom is ditching its 24,9% stake in iBurst parent Wireless Business Solutions (WBS) Holdings to increase its chances of being awarded radio frequency spectrum that will allow it to build a fourth-generation (4G) cellphone network. But black shareholding requirements could trip it up.
The mobile operator confirmed last week that it would sell WBS so as to be eligible to bid for spectrum in the 2,6GHz and 3,5GHz radio frequency bands that it could then use to build a network using long-term evolution (LTE) technology. LTE is likely to be the successor to the 3G networks operated by Vodacom and its rival MTN.
Vodacom is ditching its 24,9% stake in iBurst parent Wireless Business Solutions (WBS) Holdings to increase its chances of being awarded radio frequency spectrum that will allow it to build a fourth-generation (4G) cellphone network. But black shareholding requirements could trip it up.
The mobile operator confirmed last week that it would sell WBS so as to be eligible to bid for spectrum in the 2,6GHz and 3,5GHz radio frequency bands that it could then use to build a network using long-term evolution (LTE) technology. LTE is likely to be the successor to the 3G networks operated by Vodacom and its rival MTN.
Monday, May 24, 2010
NEC Preps LTE Femto
Source: Light Reading
While it's still early days for commercial 3G femtocell rollouts, NEC Corp. has already started work on developing a residential femtocell for next-generation Long Term Evolution (LTE).
While it's still early days for commercial 3G femtocell rollouts, NEC Corp. has already started work on developing a residential femtocell for next-generation Long Term Evolution (LTE).
Huawei shows off Maglev train LTE
Source: ZD Net Australia
Representatives from network and telecommunications equipment supplier Huawei last week demonstrated the company's Long Term Evolution (LTE) mobile broadband running on the super-fast Maglev train in Shanghai.
Representatives from network and telecommunications equipment supplier Huawei last week demonstrated the company's Long Term Evolution (LTE) mobile broadband running on the super-fast Maglev train in Shanghai.
Friday, May 21, 2010
Russia's Yota drops WiMax in favour of LTE
Source: Reuters
Russian wireless telecoms firm Yota said it decided to develop Long-Term Evolution (LTE) technology, dealing a major blow to competing standard WiMax, of which it is currently one of the world's top operators.
Russian wireless telecoms firm Yota said it decided to develop Long-Term Evolution (LTE) technology, dealing a major blow to competing standard WiMax, of which it is currently one of the world's top operators.
Telia's LTE subscriptions off to slow start
Source: Rethink Wireless
Mobile operators can have hugely selective memories. Many have very ambitious targets for customer uptake in the early days of their 4G build-outs, yet the history of 3G in Europe and now China tells us that, until there is a good choice of devices, new users will remain limited in number. So it is hardly surprising that the only commercial LTE operator so far, TeliaSonera in Norway and Sweden, has only 1,000 customers to date.
Mobile operators can have hugely selective memories. Many have very ambitious targets for customer uptake in the early days of their 4G build-outs, yet the history of 3G in Europe and now China tells us that, until there is a good choice of devices, new users will remain limited in number. So it is hardly surprising that the only commercial LTE operator so far, TeliaSonera in Norway and Sweden, has only 1,000 customers to date.
Sequans Announces Successful TD-LTE Technology Demo for China Mobile at World Expo 2010 in Shanghai
Source: Sequans press release
4G chipmaker Sequans today announced that Sequans-powered TD-LTE USB dongles performed successfully as part of China Mobile’s end-to-end TD-LTE demonstration network that debuted at World Expo 2010 in Shanghai, May 1. China Mobile selected Sequans to provide TD-LTE chips and USB dongles for this revolutionary technology demonstration that was designed to show the world a real life performance of a TD-LTE network.
4G chipmaker Sequans today announced that Sequans-powered TD-LTE USB dongles performed successfully as part of China Mobile’s end-to-end TD-LTE demonstration network that debuted at World Expo 2010 in Shanghai, May 1. China Mobile selected Sequans to provide TD-LTE chips and USB dongles for this revolutionary technology demonstration that was designed to show the world a real life performance of a TD-LTE network.
Verizon moves forward on rural carrier LTE deals
Source: FierceWireless
More than a "couple dozen" rural wireless carriers have expressed interest in Verizon Wireless' 700 MHz LTE spectrum licensing proposal. And the company is in the process or formulating different business models for the deals, according to a company spokesman.
More than a "couple dozen" rural wireless carriers have expressed interest in Verizon Wireless' 700 MHz LTE spectrum licensing proposal. And the company is in the process or formulating different business models for the deals, according to a company spokesman.
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
IPR balance of power shifts eastward in LTE
Source: Rethink Wireless
The balance of power in intellectual property is shifting eastwards in LTE, with Samsung, LG and Huawei building their patent portfolios aggressively.
The balance of power in intellectual property is shifting eastwards in LTE, with Samsung, LG and Huawei building their patent portfolios aggressively.
Sprint RFP May Include LTE
Source: Light Reading
Sprint Nextel Corp. has issued a "next generation network" request for proposal (RFP) for its mobile network in the US, and Long Term Evolution (LTE) has emerged as a potential technology choice.
Sprint Nextel Corp. has issued a "next generation network" request for proposal (RFP) for its mobile network in the US, and Long Term Evolution (LTE) has emerged as a potential technology choice.
O2 to Test 800MHz LTE in UK
Source: Light Reading
Telefónica SA's O2 (UK) Ltd. has acquired a trial license from UK regulator Office of Communications (Ofcom) to test Long Term Evolution (LTE) in the 800MHz frequency band.
Telefónica SA's O2 (UK) Ltd. has acquired a trial license from UK regulator Office of Communications (Ofcom) to test Long Term Evolution (LTE) in the 800MHz frequency band.
Report: LTE will make up 25% of broadband device sales in 2016
Source: FierceWireless
WiseHarbor Research revealed some interesting results from its latest mobile broadband devices forecast. The firm, which is headed by Keith Mallinson, predicts that it will be 2016, or five years after the first LTE devices (USB dongles, aircards, etc.) make their debut, before LTE accounts for more than 25 percent of mobile broadband device sales. In addition, the report predicts that it will be 2019 before LTE device sales are equal to CDMA-based technology devices, such as those using EV-DO, and HSPA/HSPA+.
WiseHarbor Research revealed some interesting results from its latest mobile broadband devices forecast. The firm, which is headed by Keith Mallinson, predicts that it will be 2016, or five years after the first LTE devices (USB dongles, aircards, etc.) make their debut, before LTE accounts for more than 25 percent of mobile broadband device sales. In addition, the report predicts that it will be 2019 before LTE device sales are equal to CDMA-based technology devices, such as those using EV-DO, and HSPA/HSPA+.
SIMalliance offers guidance for Long Term Evolution
Source: SIMalliance press release
SIMalliance, the global association of SIM card manufacturers, today provides a first glimpse of its recommendations on the role of the UICC [Universal Integrated Circuit Card] in the Long Term Evolution (LTE) mobile environment.
SIMalliance, the global association of SIM card manufacturers, today provides a first glimpse of its recommendations on the role of the UICC [Universal Integrated Circuit Card] in the Long Term Evolution (LTE) mobile environment.
Ericsson looks to cooperation with Taiwan-based makers to boost LTE
Source: DigiTimes
While Ericsson has cooperated with China Mobile Communications and China Telecom to test LTE (Long Term Evolution) networks in China and Taiwan respectively, Taiwan is one of several markets in Asia that are expected to introduce 4G standards relatively early, according to Mats H Olsson, who heads Ericsson's operation in Greater China and North East Asia.
While Ericsson has cooperated with China Mobile Communications and China Telecom to test LTE (Long Term Evolution) networks in China and Taiwan respectively, Taiwan is one of several markets in Asia that are expected to introduce 4G standards relatively early, according to Mats H Olsson, who heads Ericsson's operation in Greater China and North East Asia.
Jordan Consults on LTE Licensing Details
Source: cellular-news
The Jordanian telecoms regulator, the TRC says that it will shortly invite comments from the country's four mobile network operators regarding future LTE licenses. The TRC's Chief Commissioner Fadi Kawar said at a press conference that the commission has adopted a document specifying the standards and conditions for obtaining LTE licences.
The Jordanian telecoms regulator, the TRC says that it will shortly invite comments from the country's four mobile network operators regarding future LTE licenses. The TRC's Chief Commissioner Fadi Kawar said at a press conference that the commission has adopted a document specifying the standards and conditions for obtaining LTE licences.
AT&T reverses 'straight-to-LTE' strategy
Source: Rethink Wireless
As Verizon released videos as the first step in its marketing run-up to LTE services, AT&T did a U-turn on its own next generation strategy, and now plans to implement HSPA+. Previously, the telco had planned to upgrade its nationwide W-CDMA footprint to the 7.2Mbps version of HSPA, and then skip straight to LTE for mobile broadband from 2011. Now it will deploy 14.4Mbps HSPA+ too.
As Verizon released videos as the first step in its marketing run-up to LTE services, AT&T did a U-turn on its own next generation strategy, and now plans to implement HSPA+. Previously, the telco had planned to upgrade its nationwide W-CDMA footprint to the 7.2Mbps version of HSPA, and then skip straight to LTE for mobile broadband from 2011. Now it will deploy 14.4Mbps HSPA+ too.
Monday, May 17, 2010
Q&A: Motorola’s Tom Gruba Talks TD-LTE
Source: WirelessWeek
Motorola network marketing director Tom Gruba admits the company’s 3G portfolio was “light” but says the company is moving aggressively in the TD-LTE space.
Motorola network marketing director Tom Gruba admits the company’s 3G portfolio was “light” but says the company is moving aggressively in the TD-LTE space.
Ascom Network Testing Announces Key Expansion of Its TEMS LTE Offerings
Source: BusinessWire
Ascom Network Testing has enhanced its TEMS LTE Offerings with additional Long Term Evolution (LTE) products and functionality. The TEMS LTE Offerings include industry leading drive testing tool TEMS Investigation, post-processing software TEMS Discovery, and benchmarking solution TEMS Symphony.
Ascom Network Testing has enhanced its TEMS LTE Offerings with additional Long Term Evolution (LTE) products and functionality. The TEMS LTE Offerings include industry leading drive testing tool TEMS Investigation, post-processing software TEMS Discovery, and benchmarking solution TEMS Symphony.
Top 25 LTE Operators Will Reach over 200 Million LTE Subscribers by 2015
Source: Maravedis press release
The top 25 LTE (committed) operators will reach a 3G/UMTS subscriber base of 1,087 million, of which 226.7 million will be served with dual mode 3G/LTE devices in 2015. This is according to the latest Maravedis research report entitled, “The Top 25 LTE Operator Commitments: Deployment Scenarios and Growth Opportunities”.
The top 25 LTE (committed) operators will reach a 3G/UMTS subscriber base of 1,087 million, of which 226.7 million will be served with dual mode 3G/LTE devices in 2015. This is according to the latest Maravedis research report entitled, “The Top 25 LTE Operator Commitments: Deployment Scenarios and Growth Opportunities”.
KT prepares LTE, works on content boost
Source: Reuters
South Korea's No.1 fixed-line operator, KT Corp, will work with telecommunications gear makers including Samsung and LG-Ericsson for a high-speed LTE network, a senior executive told Reuters.
South Korea's No.1 fixed-line operator, KT Corp, will work with telecommunications gear makers including Samsung and LG-Ericsson for a high-speed LTE network, a senior executive told Reuters.
Verizon launching up to five LTE phones by mid-2011
Source: FierceWireless
Verizon Wireless (NYSE:VZ) may launch up to five LTE phones by next May. Speaking at the Reuters Global Technology Summit, Verizon Wireless CEO Lowell McAdam said those supplying the LTE phones may include Motorola (NASDAQ:MOT), HTC, LG and BlackBerry maker Research In Motion (NASDAQ:RIMM). "I'd say all the major manufacturers we're talking to today are making the transition to LTE," McAdam said.
Verizon Wireless (NYSE:VZ) may launch up to five LTE phones by next May. Speaking at the Reuters Global Technology Summit, Verizon Wireless CEO Lowell McAdam said those supplying the LTE phones may include Motorola (NASDAQ:MOT), HTC, LG and BlackBerry maker Research In Motion (NASDAQ:RIMM). "I'd say all the major manufacturers we're talking to today are making the transition to LTE," McAdam said.
Shanghai showcases a TD-LTE connected future
Source: Ovum
The concept of Shanghai’s recently opened World Expo is “Better City, Better Life.” Exploring the pavilions, it is clear that telecommunications is a key enabler of the future visions exhibited. To this end, we believe that China Mobile’s trial TD-LTE network will have global ramifications.
The concept of Shanghai’s recently opened World Expo is “Better City, Better Life.” Exploring the pavilions, it is clear that telecommunications is a key enabler of the future visions exhibited. To this end, we believe that China Mobile’s trial TD-LTE network will have global ramifications.
Nortel solicits bids for LTE patents
Source: GSMA Mobile Business Briefing
Once-great Canadian telecom network vendor Nortel Networks is reportedly soliciting bids for its portfolio of 4,000 LTE patents, according to Dow Jones Newswires. The news agency notes that the company is divided internally over whether to sell some or all of its patents or whether to retain ownership and monetise the portfolio through a licensing program. Interested parties are required to sign what is being described as a very strict non-disclosure agreement, adds the report. Nortel is being advised by Lazard and Global IP Law Group.
Once-great Canadian telecom network vendor Nortel Networks is reportedly soliciting bids for its portfolio of 4,000 LTE patents, according to Dow Jones Newswires. The news agency notes that the company is divided internally over whether to sell some or all of its patents or whether to retain ownership and monetise the portfolio through a licensing program. Interested parties are required to sign what is being described as a very strict non-disclosure agreement, adds the report. Nortel is being advised by Lazard and Global IP Law Group.
GL Annouces LTE Protocol Analyzer
Source: GL Communications press release
GL Communications Inc., announced today the release of its latest product in the protocol analyzer series LTE (Long Term Evolution) Protocol Analyzer software. Addressing the press conference, Mr. Karthik Ramalingam, Project Manager at GL, said, "LTE (Long Term Evolution) protocol standard is the so called 4G (4th Generation) mobile standard in the rapidly evolving mobile technologies. Its distinguishing feature is an all IP infrastructure and significantly greater air interface bandwidth to the mobile handset. It was developed as an enhancement to the existing 3G UMTS System (Universal Mobile Telecommunications System) to provide users enhanced mobile radio and internet access".
GL Communications Inc., announced today the release of its latest product in the protocol analyzer series LTE (Long Term Evolution) Protocol Analyzer software. Addressing the press conference, Mr. Karthik Ramalingam, Project Manager at GL, said, "LTE (Long Term Evolution) protocol standard is the so called 4G (4th Generation) mobile standard in the rapidly evolving mobile technologies. Its distinguishing feature is an all IP infrastructure and significantly greater air interface bandwidth to the mobile handset. It was developed as an enhancement to the existing 3G UMTS System (Universal Mobile Telecommunications System) to provide users enhanced mobile radio and internet access".
3G Americas Publishes Valuable Resource on MIMO and Smart Antennas for LTE
Source: 3GPP press release
3G Americas, a wireless industry trade association representing the GSM family of technologies including LTE, today announced that it has published an educational white paper titled, MIMO and Smart Antennas for 3G and 4G Wireless Systems: Practical Aspects and Deployment Considerations. The report is a complete tutorial reference document that outlines the considerable importance of various smart antenna schemes for improving the capacity and coverage of the emerging generations of wireless networks.
The paper can be downloaded from here.
3G Americas, a wireless industry trade association representing the GSM family of technologies including LTE, today announced that it has published an educational white paper titled, MIMO and Smart Antennas for 3G and 4G Wireless Systems: Practical Aspects and Deployment Considerations. The report is a complete tutorial reference document that outlines the considerable importance of various smart antenna schemes for improving the capacity and coverage of the emerging generations of wireless networks.
The paper can be downloaded from here.
FCC approves waivers for regional public-safety broadband networks using LTE
Source: FierceWireless
The FCC granted 21 conditional waivers to regional and local entities to begin building wireless broadband networks for first responders in the 700 MHz band.
The FCC granted 21 conditional waivers to regional and local entities to begin building wireless broadband networks for first responders in the 700 MHz band.
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Verizon considers licensing LTE spectrum to rural carriers
Source: FierceWireless
Verizon Wireless (NYSE:VZ) is in discussions with a number of rural wireless carriers to license them its 700 MHZ LTE spectrum, in a bid to expand the reach of its LTE network.
Verizon Wireless (NYSE:VZ) is in discussions with a number of rural wireless carriers to license them its 700 MHZ LTE spectrum, in a bid to expand the reach of its LTE network.
ZTE and Innofidei Achieve Industry’s First Field IOT on Multiple TD-LTE USB Dongles in a Mobile Network Cell
Source: ZTE press release
ZTE Corporation, a leading global provider of telecommunications equipment and networking solutions, today announced ZTE and Innofidei have jointly delivered a significant breakthrough for the Time Division Long Term Evolution(TD-LTE) industry with the industry’s first successful Inter-Operability test（IOT) of multiple TD-LTE USB dongles in a single mobile network cell. The successful test was first performed in Hong Kong, and subsequently in Shanghai during the opening days of Shanghai World Expo. Using the ZTE TD-LTE Shanghai field network, a number of TD-LTE USB dongles provided by Innofidei accessed the field TD-LTE cell simultaneously to provide a number of diversified services including streaming and FTP services, among others.
ZTE Corporation, a leading global provider of telecommunications equipment and networking solutions, today announced ZTE and Innofidei have jointly delivered a significant breakthrough for the Time Division Long Term Evolution(TD-LTE) industry with the industry’s first successful Inter-Operability test（IOT) of multiple TD-LTE USB dongles in a single mobile network cell. The successful test was first performed in Hong Kong, and subsequently in Shanghai during the opening days of Shanghai World Expo. Using the ZTE TD-LTE Shanghai field network, a number of TD-LTE USB dongles provided by Innofidei accessed the field TD-LTE cell simultaneously to provide a number of diversified services including streaming and FTP services, among others.
Verizon Shows LTE Running at 8.5M Bps
Source: PC World
Verizon Wireless said in March that its 4G LTE network was showing higher speeds than expected in real-world tests near Boston. On Tuesday, it did what a lot of people do these days to prove it: posted a YouTube video.
Verizon Wireless said in March that its 4G LTE network was showing higher speeds than expected in real-world tests near Boston. On Tuesday, it did what a lot of people do these days to prove it: posted a YouTube video.
Clearwire: No LTE switch until 2012 at the earliest
Source: FierceWireless
Clearwire (NASDAQ:CLWR) now has more flexibility to switch its wireless technology choice from mobile WiMAX to LTE, but even if it decides to switch, the company will not do so until 2012 at the earliest, according to Clearwire's chief executive.
Clearwire (NASDAQ:CLWR) now has more flexibility to switch its wireless technology choice from mobile WiMAX to LTE, but even if it decides to switch, the company will not do so until 2012 at the earliest, according to Clearwire's chief executive.
Thursday, May 6, 2010
Europe to Reserve 800Mhz Bands for LTE and WiMAX Networks
Source: Cellular-News
The European Commission has adopted a Decision establishing harmonised technical rules for Member States on the allocation of radio frequencies in the 800 MHz band that contribute to the deployment of high-speed wireless internet services by avoiding harmful interference.
The European Commission has adopted a Decision establishing harmonised technical rules for Member States on the allocation of radio frequencies in the 800 MHz band that contribute to the deployment of high-speed wireless internet services by avoiding harmful interference.
3 lands largest block of LTE spectrum in Denmark
Source: GSMA Mobile Business Briefing
3 Denmark has emerged as the surprise winner of the largest block of LTE spectrum being auctioned off in Denmark, reports Telegeography. According to the Danish regulator (Telestyrelsen), 3 Denmark won the largest block comprising 2x10MHz paired and 25MHz unpaired spectrum in the 2.5GHz band suitable for LTE.
3 Denmark has emerged as the surprise winner of the largest block of LTE spectrum being auctioned off in Denmark, reports Telegeography. According to the Danish regulator (Telestyrelsen), 3 Denmark won the largest block comprising 2x10MHz paired and 25MHz unpaired spectrum in the 2.5GHz band suitable for LTE.
Clearwire May Dump WiMAX
Source: GigaOM
Clearwire said today it’s changed the terms of an agreement it had with Intel, one of its largest investors, that could lead the way for Clearwire to dump WiMAX and switch to LTE. On its first-quarter financial results call today, an executive with Clearwire said the new terms allow either party to exit the agreement — which had until now forced Clearwire to use WiMAX through Nov. 28, 2011 — with just 30 days notice.
Clearwire said today it’s changed the terms of an agreement it had with Intel, one of its largest investors, that could lead the way for Clearwire to dump WiMAX and switch to LTE. On its first-quarter financial results call today, an executive with Clearwire said the new terms allow either party to exit the agreement — which had until now forced Clearwire to use WiMAX through Nov. 28, 2011 — with just 30 days notice.
Agilent Technologies Partners with Innowireless on LTE Test Solutions
Source: Agilent Technologies press release
Agilent Technologies Inc. today announced it has formed a strategic partnership with Innowireless Co., Ltd. to enhance the rapid development of LTE wireless test platforms. The partnership will strengthen Agilent's leadership position in LTE test and measurement. Agilent already develops design automation tools and flexible instrumentation solutions used in the research, development and manufacturing of LTE-based components, base-station equipment and mobile devices.
Agilent Technologies Inc. today announced it has formed a strategic partnership with Innowireless Co., Ltd. to enhance the rapid development of LTE wireless test platforms. The partnership will strengthen Agilent's leadership position in LTE test and measurement. Agilent already develops design automation tools and flexible instrumentation solutions used in the research, development and manufacturing of LTE-based components, base-station equipment and mobile devices.
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Latin American Operators at LTE Summit
Source: 3GPP
3GPP and 3G Americas held a LTE Standards workshop in advance of this years’ LTE Latin America Conference, held in Rio de Janeiro 26-28 April.
Speakers from Operators and Manufacturers’ looked at the huge potential for HSPA and LTE networks and discussed Standards and Regulatory issues that are affecting LTE Roadmaps for the Latin America Region.
Topics such as equipment availability and spectrum scarcity were high on the agenda, along with discussions on systems architecture evolution and backhaul issues. The presentations from the workshop are available on-line.
3GPP and 3G Americas held a LTE Standards workshop in advance of this years’ LTE Latin America Conference, held in Rio de Janeiro 26-28 April.
Speakers from Operators and Manufacturers’ looked at the huge potential for HSPA and LTE networks and discussed Standards and Regulatory issues that are affecting LTE Roadmaps for the Latin America Region.
Topics such as equipment availability and spectrum scarcity were high on the agenda, along with discussions on systems architecture evolution and backhaul issues. The presentations from the workshop are available on-line.
China Mobile launches first TD-LTE trial
Source: telecomasia.net
China Mobile has launched the world’s first trial TD-LTE network at Shanghai World Expo, using Huawei’s E2E network solution.
China Mobile has launched the world’s first trial TD-LTE network at Shanghai World Expo, using Huawei’s E2E network solution.
T-Mobile considers 4G network partnership
Source: CNET
T-Mobile USA is considering leasing network capacity from the private equity firm Harbinger Capital to build its 4G wireless network, according to a report by the Financial Times.
T-Mobile USA is considering leasing network capacity from the private equity firm Harbinger Capital to build its 4G wireless network, according to a report by the Financial Times.
PCTEST Lab Selects Rohde & Schwarz for LTE Conformance Testing
Source: PCTEST Lab press release
PCTEST Engineering Laboratory, Inc. (PCTEST Lab), a premier one-stop wireless testing and certification laboratory has expanded its services to include Long Term Evolution (LTE) Carrier Conformance testing for device manufacturers and operators. PCTEST Lab is pleased to announce the selection of Rohde & Schwarz (R&S) LTE Test Platform as the 4G test solution for Carrier Conformance testing requirements.
PCTEST Engineering Laboratory, Inc. (PCTEST Lab), a premier one-stop wireless testing and certification laboratory has expanded its services to include Long Term Evolution (LTE) Carrier Conformance testing for device manufacturers and operators. PCTEST Lab is pleased to announce the selection of Rohde & Schwarz (R&S) LTE Test Platform as the 4G test solution for Carrier Conformance testing requirements.
Strategy Analytics: Icera Well Positioned for LTE Success
Source: Strategy Analytics
Icera could quickly emerge as the third most successful supplier of LTE basebands and chipsets after Qualcomm and ST-Ericsson, as described in the latest Strategy Analytics RF & Wireless Components and Handset Component Technology service report, “Icera's Reconfigurable Baseband Solution Well Positioned for LTE Success.” This report notes that through its lead in soft modems, and the progress it has already made with OEMs in W-CDMA / HSPA embedded data modems and USB dongles, it appears that Icera is well placed for LTE success, ahead of Infineon, Broadcom, MediaTek, the Japanese suppliers and a host of start-ups.
Icera could quickly emerge as the third most successful supplier of LTE basebands and chipsets after Qualcomm and ST-Ericsson, as described in the latest Strategy Analytics RF & Wireless Components and Handset Component Technology service report, “Icera's Reconfigurable Baseband Solution Well Positioned for LTE Success.” This report notes that through its lead in soft modems, and the progress it has already made with OEMs in W-CDMA / HSPA embedded data modems and USB dongles, it appears that Icera is well placed for LTE success, ahead of Infineon, Broadcom, MediaTek, the Japanese suppliers and a host of start-ups.
Monday, May 3, 2010
Agilent Technologies Extends LTE Leadership with New Signal Studio for 3GPP LTE and VSA Software Capabilities
Source: Agilent Technologies press release
Agilent Technologies Inc. today announced the availability of key enhancements to its Signal Studio for 3GPP LTE and 89600 Vector Signal Analysis (VSA) software. The Signal Studio software runs on Agilent's signal generators and emulators. The VSA software runs on Agilent's analysis platforms.
Agilent Technologies Inc. today announced the availability of key enhancements to its Signal Studio for 3GPP LTE and 89600 Vector Signal Analysis (VSA) software. The Signal Studio software runs on Agilent's signal generators and emulators. The VSA software runs on Agilent's analysis platforms.
Motorola Announces Successful Completion of Phase I TD-LTE Field Trials with China's MIIT
Source: Motorola press release
The Networks business of Motorola, Inc. announced today that it has successfully completed the Phase I TD-LTE field trials with China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT). This over-the-air (OTA) TD-LTE trial included key functionality, performance and mobility test cases in a multi-sector, multi-site environment that lays a solid foundation for large scale TD-LTE deployment.
The Networks business of Motorola, Inc. announced today that it has successfully completed the Phase I TD-LTE field trials with China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT). This over-the-air (OTA) TD-LTE trial included key functionality, performance and mobility test cases in a multi-sector, multi-site environment that lays a solid foundation for large scale TD-LTE deployment.
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