Bits and Bytes: Taqua announces NLOS solution; MocoSpace enters social games; and more

Taqua L.L.C. announced a new non-line-of-site wireless backhaul technology designed to help carriers address rapid growth of data services. The company’s new W2600 NLOS Backhaul System uses OFDM/MIMO technology and licensed TDD spectrum to create a dense deployment of outdoor small cell sites. Each cluster of sites connects to the Taqua Remote Backhaul Module via an Ethernet connection.
Motorola Inc.’s Enterprise Mobility Solutions division introduced its Series CS3000 series of portable laser scanning devices. The product is targeted for retail, supply chain, facilities management and direct store delivery markets.
NXP Semiconductors opened a high-performance radio frequency product creation center in Billerica, Mass. The facility will focus on design of RF and microwave integrated circuits used in broadband communications and other applications.
Mobile social network MocoSpace launched a new gaming initiative focused on developing social games for mobile users. The platform will use the company’s Moco Gold virtual currency. MocoSpace said it plans to debut its first title in July.
American Roamer joined the CDMA Development Group as a vendor member. Initially, American Roamer will work with CDG on its International Roaming Team as an expert on international coverage information, mapping and GIS applications.
Metaswitch Networks said it has enhanced its unified messaging portfolio with speech-to-text transcription capabilities. The company’s CommPortal platform currently delivers a multi-screen experience that allows customers to manage their calls and voice mails visually. The new speech-to-text capability will allow users to convert voicemail messages into SMS texts or e-mails and have them delivered to their screen of choice.
Text answer service kgb 542542 said it will support the Children Artist Ambassador Jennifer Garner and Save The Children’s new k2kUSA kids advocacy campaign addressing early childhood education. The company launched a text petition to raise awareness and gather supporters for Garner’s visit to Capitol Hill this week.