Viiz Communications is a company focused on the new growth opportunity I see developing in Operator services, Directory Assistance and Emergency services. I appeared on Scripps News discussing how traditional …
Wireless Services
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IDC: Operators are raising service prices—and they’re often starting with mobile
by Kelly Hillby Kelly HillOperators tend to have more pricing flexibility with mobile than with fixed-line or enterprise service contracts Spending on telecom services is expected to rise by 1.9% this year to a …
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In a world with 5G connectivity, network slicing is one of the prominent technologies that is here to stay, delivering tailored services and connectivity for users. Network slicing provides communication …
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There is a long journey ahead for 5G monetization but CSPs can start by tuning up their networks to deliver the best experience possible 5G is setting the stage for …
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We’re two decades into the new millennium, and the wireless communication pioneered in the previous century has become the foundation of every aspect of our lives. Wireless infrastructure is all …
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Analyst Angle: What should states look for in responses to public safety network RFPs
by rcrwirelessby rcrwirelessOver the next 6-8 weeks, the governors of all 50 States and territories will have a critical decision to make – what public safety interoperable network solution will be …
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Following up on an August contract announcement, Phoenix Tower International has finalized an acquisition of ownership/management of 600 tower sites from carrier T-Mobile US. Phoenix Tower owns and operates towers …
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The pace of change is accelerating across the public Wi-Fi ecosystem. Last year’s report on the state of the Wi-Fi industry detailed some quite significant shifts, but the contrasts being seen this …
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Swisscom claims it is the first European operator to effectively combine voice-over-LTE and Wi-Fi calling to combat weak mobile signals in heavily insulated buildings. The Swiss operator recently made its …
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Revenue from the region accounted for more than 10% of Ericsson’s global business in Q2 Ericsson is seeing increased opportunities for both LTE and 3G projects in the Middle East and Northeast …
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The explosive growth in smartphones and the proliferating demand for mobile Internet and mobile video threatens to overwhelm current network infrastructure and leaves the industry at the cusp of a …
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Webinar: 2013 Regulatory Review: A deep dive into the wireless industry’s regulatory challenges
by jozolsby jozolsRCR Wireless News Editor-in-Chief Dan Meyer was joined by esteemed guests, including long-time industry analysts Roger Entner, former FCC Commissioner Harold Furchtgott-Roth, former Senior Attorney with the Competition Division in …
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The global telecommunications industry continues to expand as spending by consumers and businesses for wireless services fuels industry revenue growth, a market analysis report from the Insight Research Corp. says.
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RadioShack continues musical carriers: ditches T-Mobile USA for Verizon Wireless
by Dan Meyerby Dan MeyerUPDATED: RadioShack Corp. (RSH) is set to jump back in bed with Verizon Wireless (VZ) at the expense of its long-term relationship with T-Mobile USA Inc. (DTEGY)The electronics retailer said …
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Manitoba Telecom posts flat Q1 wireless growth; new network, iPhone expected to reverse trend
by Dan Meyerby Dan MeyerCiting the impending launch of its HSPA+-based “4G” network, Canadian operator Manitoba Telecom Services Inc. reported flat customer growth results for the first three months of the year. The telecom …
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Canadian wireless operator Telus Corp. (TU) is bringing back a name from the past in branding a new unlimited calling feature that looks to be taking on new competitors in …
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T-Mobile USA Inc. once again held the top position for customer service among wireless operators, followed by Verizon Wireless, in the newest J.D. Power and Associates survey. Not surprisingly, customers …
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Looking to stem objections to its planned network launch, LightSquared said it would fully cooperate on “rigorous” testing procedures to ensure that its plans to offer both satellite/terrestrial and terrestrial-only …
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Hello! And welcome to our Friday column, Worst of the Week. There’s a lot of nutty stuff that goes on in this industry, so this column is a chance for …
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The Federal Communications Commission set deadlines for comments and reply comments on its open Internet further notice of proposed rulemaking. Initial comments are due at the FCC Oct. 12, while …
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Editor’s Note: Welcome to our weekly Reality Check column. We’ve gathered a group of visionaries and veterans in the mobile industry to give their insights into the marketplace. It almost …
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Four Democrats are urging the Federal Communications Commission to adopt broadband rules, including regulations that would not separate wireless broadband regulatory policy from its wired brethren. The group also denounced …
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Editor’s Note: Welcome to our weekly feature, Analyst Angle. We’ve collected a group of the industry’s leading analysts to give their outlook on the hot topics in the wireless industry.We …
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Hardware, software, high-speed networks, uptake . it seems all the pieces are in place for mobile commerce to take off. Well, all the pieces except maybe a viable business model …
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Federal Communications Commission Chairman Kevin Martin said he wants action before month’s end to relax roaming rules and freeze further licensing of wireless microphones in the 700 MHz band as …