Americans are in love with their mobile devices. We’d rather leave the house without our wallet than our cellphone. We’ve plunked down hundreds of dollars for the latest and greatest tablets and smartphones. We love our devices so much we are using them at home as much as we do in the office or when [...]

Upgrading to a new network brings many advantages and benefits for wireless customers, but with it comes an extensive build out that brings dynamic challenges. It requires years of research and testing, along with countless upgrades and changes within the network itself. Quite honestly – it’s a daunting task and carriers can’t do it alone. [...]

One of the most developed countries in Latin America, Chile faces very similar telecom challenges to Brazil, Colombia and Mexico. Its mobile penetration surpassed one device per habitant, reaching 120.8% in June, with most subscribers on prepaid plans. The Chile wireless market is also in need of more spectrum to meet its growing telecommunications needs.  [...]

Forget about the Colombia you may know from the 1990s. The current scenario is different and much more business friendly than in the past. The government’s plan to boost telecommunications in the country is set to increase competition among operators and expedite the deployment of 3G services, broadband Internet and MVNO operations. One of the [...]

The devices we carry in our pockets today have little in common with those of just a few years ago. Incremental upgrades to components and the widespread adoption of touchscreens have prompted significant changes to designs and form factors. While device design and function might be the entry point for most customers, it’s the mobile [...]

This white paper is an adjunct to a webinar presented by the leadership of ProtectCell  on September 29, 2011. This event was hosted by RCR Wireless, and the title of the  program was “Customer Value in the Wild, Wild West”  ProtectCell, a pioneer in wireless protection solutions, was launched in 2006.  ProtectCell’’s offerings provide customers [...]

Eyes from all over the world are looking at Latin America’s economical and business performance. Several countries in the region are growing faster than other nations around the globe, driven, among others factors, by the domestic economy and exportation.According to International Monetary Fund forecasts, the United States 2011 growth is expected to reach 1.6% and [...]

While smartphones dominate the market and mobile broadband access is consolidated in developed countries, Brazil is still beginning its 3G experience – from carriers and suppliers as well as consumers. People are just starting to access the Internet through cellphones. In June, Brazil’s mobile-phone penetration rate reached 111.6%, counting 217.3 million subscribers, a 17% increase [...]

With the upcoming government deadline for Commercial Mobile Alert Service (CMAS) on the horizon, it’s time you took the right steps to make sure you will be prepared. Deliver government emergency and safety alerts and offer innovative new commercial services to your customers with the Alcatel-Lucent Broadcast Message Center.

The 27,136-square-mile country of Ireland is probably best known for its rolling hills and vibrant culture, but with a population of around 4.4 million and a highly skilled work force, it is also a nation that has seen considerable success in high-tech exports and services, despite the recent economic problems plaguing the country.With a low [...]