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ABI: LTE Subscriptions to Exceed 40 Million in 2012

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ABI Research

LTE subscriptions around the world may exceed 40 million by the end of 2012 says ABI Research. This will represent a fourfold increase over the nine million global LTE subscriptions in 2011. The wide range of expected LTE smartphone launches in 2012 from major mobile manufacturers are the main reason behind the increase in LTE subscriptions.

Is TD-LTE ready for commercialization?

in Blog, TD-LTE, LTE, WiMAX

While TD-LTE seems to have taken lead over WiMAX, still industry perception is that WiMAX is a much more mature technology than TD-LTE.

200 Commercial LTE Networks in 76 Countries

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200 Commercial LTE Networks in 76 Countries

200 LTE networks have been commercially launched in 76 countries by 31 July 2013, confirms the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA). 54 LTE networks of these have been launched in the first 7 months of 2013.

VoLGA adds 3G, new LTE features

in Blog, VoLTE, 3G, UTRAN, HSPA, LTE, VoLGA

The VoLGA Forum has announced a set of new features for delivering mobile voice and SMS services over LTE. New features included are:

NEC Eyes Femtocell Market in India

in Blog, India, NEC, 3G, Femtocell

Earlier this week NEC announced the launch of 3G Femtocell solution in India to enable operators to offer high-quality, high-speed 3G mobile services to its enterprise

GSA: 105 Commercial LTE Networks Worldwide

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GSA Report Oct 2012

Latest report from GSA puts number of commercial LTE networks to 105 in 48 countries around the globe. 58 operators have launched commercial LTE services since beginning of year. In total, 351 operators are investing in LTE, which is 41% more than a year ago.

GSA: 274 LTE Commercial Networks Operational Globally

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GSA Report: LTE Networks Feb 2014

Recent GSA (Global mobile Suppliers Association) report confirms deployment of 274 LTE commercial networks in 101 countries across the globe. List includes, 11 operators who have commercially launched LTE services so far this year.

New Bids On 800 MHz in German Spectrum Auction

in News, Auction, German, spectrum, 4G, LTE

German spectrum auction gained some momentum today with new bids in the 800 megahertz band block according to Wall Street Journal.

IoT Development Boards Comparison: Choosing Best Hardware and Platforms for your Consumer connected product

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iot board comparison

The internet of things(IoT) is emerging at a quick speed. Reason behind is the availability of small, low-cost IoT hardware development boards. They come in practically infinite frameworks. IoT devices monitor and implement things or real-life elements, comprising industrial equipment, home appliances, buildings, cars, warehouse inventory items, and society.

GSA: 113 Commercial LTE Networks Worldwide

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GSA

According to latest GSA report, 113 operators have launched commercial LTE networks in 51 countries. Number of operators, investing in LTE, has gone up by 45%  in a year to 360.

Report: 98% of Mobile Operators See Small Cells Essential for Networks

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According to a latest small-cell market status report by Informa Telecoms & Media, 98% of mobile operator respondents believe small cells are essential for the future of their networks. Results are based on a survey with 280 respondents from around the world, although focused on Asia, Europe and North America and more than 30% of whom were operators.