Archive for the 'GPRS' Category


Nokia launches five phones and Life Tools in Indonesia

"Following the successful launch of Nokia Life Tools in India, where people are getting the benefits of vital information sent directly to their mobile phones, we are pleased to bring this service to consumers in Indonesia," said Dieter May, Vice President, Emerging Markets, Nokia. "Inform, Involve, Empower - the vision of Nokia Life Tools - applies no matter where it's implemented. With the number of devices that Nokia Life Tools supports, including the five new phones we are announcing today, we are giving people the solution that suits them the most." Five new mobile phones designed ...

Posted on 4th November 2009
Under: GPRS, MMS, Music, Nokia, SMS |

BlackBerry Storm 2 available through Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless and Research In Motion (RIM) today announced that the BlackBerry® Storm2(TM) smartphone will be available in Verizon Wireless Communications stores, online at www.verizonwireless.com, and through business sales channels beginning Oct. 28. The BlackBerry Storm2 with BlackBerry® OS 5.0 evolves the BlackBerry® touchscreen platform with hundreds of hardware and software enhancements -- including new SurePress(TM) "clickable" display technology and built-in Wi-Fi® -- delivering the exceptional multimedia experience and communications capabilities customers have come to expect from their BlackBerry smartphones. Key Features: * Smooth design and premium finish with sloped edges, chrome accents, glass lens and stainless steel ...

Posted on 27th October 2009
Under: 3G, BlackBerry, Bluetooth, EDGE, GPRS, GPS, Music, RIM, Smartphone, Verizon, Video, WiFi |

RIM Introduces the New BlackBerry Bold 9700 Smartphone

Research In Motion (RIM) today announced the sleek and powerful BlackBerry Bold(TM) 9700 smartphone. The new BlackBerry Bold 9700 offers an extensive array of high-end communications and multimedia features in a compact and highly refined design that will appeal to both men and women and for both professional and personal use.

The BlackBerry Bold 9700 smartphone offers top-of-the-line performance, functionality and features with support for 3G HSDPA networks around the world, a next-generation (624 MHz) processor, 256 MB Flash memory, built-in GPS and Wi-Fi, a 3.2MP camera and a sharp, dazzling display. Cutting edge engineering and premium ...

Posted on 22nd October 2009
Under: 3G, BlackBerry, EDGE, GPRS, GPS, Music, RIM, Smartphone, Video, WiFi |

Verizon Wireless and ZTE USA Introduce AD3700

Verizon Wireless and ZTE USA introduce the AD3700, a Mobile Broadband USB modem with global connectivity. The consumer-friendly AD3700 gives customers access to high-speed networks in more than 175 destinations including Evolution-Data Optimized (EV-DO), Global System for Mobile communications (GSM)/General Packet Radio Service (GPRS)/Enhanced Data Rates for Global Evolution (EDGE) and High Speed Packet Access (HSPA)/Universal Mobile Telecommunications System (UMTS) wireless platforms. Key features: * Runs on Verizon Wireless' high-speed network, which uses EV-DO Revision A (Rev. A) technology * Includes VZAccess Manager software for easy connection management and automatic installation * Swivel hinge USB * Windows Vista/XP/2000 Operating System compatibility * ...

Posted on 14th August 2009
Under: GPRS, Windows Mobile |

Sony Ericsson Satio provides access to all your media

Sony Ericsson today announced Satio which provides you access to all your media in one place - just tap directly into your favourite features with the five standby panels and you're ready to go. First introduced in Barcelona as the 'Idou', Satio puts the future of mobile entertainment in the palm of your hand. You can watch your favourite movies on the bus or catch up with your TV shows while on your lunch break thanks to Satio. "With Satio you can enjoy any form of entertainment anytime, anywhere. Whether its music or movies you will never ...

Posted on 31st May 2009
Under: Browser, EDGE, GPRS, Internet, Multimedia, Music, Sony Ericsson, Symbian, Umts |

T-Mobile USA Announces New 3G-Enabled Sidekick LX

T-Mobile USA, Inc. today announced the newest T-Mobile® Sidekick LX™, featuring 3G for faster data speeds and enhanced mobile access to popular social media sites. The Sidekick LX, which is available for pre-order starting today via a Web-only pre-sale for existing T-Mobile customers at www.sidekick.com, also provides improved video capabilities as well as GPS-enabled Live Search. In addition to the new features, the Sidekick LX boasts its iconic swivel design in two new colors — orchid and carbon — and features the sharpest screen and thinnest profile ever delivered on a Sidekick®. “Our Sidekick customers are going ...

Posted on 18th April 2009
Under: 3G, Bluetooth, Browser, EDGE, Email, GPRS, GPS, Microsoft, Music, T-Mobile, Umts, Video, Windows Mobile, Yahoo, YouTube |

Sony Ericsson W205

Get the most out of your best music and favourite radio channels with Walkman(TM) player, FM radio and TrackID(TM) music recognition. The slider mobile phone comes with a complete package of entertainment features and the power to set up playlists to ensure you have the right music no matter the occasion. Share your tunes with friends via the speaker phone function - if you love your music they will too. Need a change? Tune into the FM radio to listen to the latest news, music, sport commentary and talk shows. Heard something you like? Use TrackID(TM) ...

Posted on 7th April 2009
Under: GPRS, MMS, Music, Sony Ericsson |

Sony Ericsson S312

Record videos in an instant on the Sony Ericsson S312. From spotting a celebrity on the street, to your friend's dancing in a club, the S312 allows you to capture these moments in two quick and easy steps. Want to highlight the moment with a picture instead? The two megapixel camera can be used horizontally and with the help of the illuminated imaging shortcuts on the keypad you can change the settings and get the shot you want quicker. Not quite what you were after? Use the integrated Photo fix function to get the best picture quality ...

Posted on 7th April 2009
Under: Bluetooth, EDGE, GPRS, Handset, Smartphone, Sony Ericsson, Video |

Skype Available on Apple App Store

Skype announced that its highly anticipated application, Skype™ for iPhone, will be available on the Apple App Store beginning today. The app also adds Skype calling and instant messaging to any second generation iPod touch with a compatible headset and microphone. “Skype software for the iPhone has been the number one request among our users. We are delighted to deliver on this request and put Skype into the pockets of millions of people around the world who are carrying iPhone and iPod touch devices,” said Scott Durchslag, Skype’s Chief Operating Officer. “Skype for iPhone will open up ...

Posted on 1st April 2009
Under: 3G, Apple, EDGE, GPRS, WiFi, Wireless |

Samsung Selects Spreadtrum as New Chipset Supplier

Samsung, the global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies has selected Spreadtrum Communications, Inc., one of China's leading wireless baseband chipset providers, as a new chipset supplier. Spreadtrum's QS520 GSM/GPRS and QS1001 EDGE transceivers have been designed into Samsung's mobile phone models that are to be shipped internationally. The Company has commenced volume shipment of these two products to Samsung. "We are very pleased that Samsung has selected Spreadtrum as a new chipset supplier," said Dr. Leo Li, Spreadtrum's President & Chief Executive Officer. "We have developed competitive GSM/GPRS and EDGE transceivers, and ...

Posted on 28th March 2009
Under: China, EDGE, GPRS, Spreadtrum |

T-Mobile USA Launches 3G webConnect USB Laptop Stick

Today T-Mobile USA, Inc., announced the availability of the T-Mobile webConnect™ USB Laptop Stick, providing customers with seamless connectivity to the Internet on the go via Wi-Fi or T-Mobile’s 3G wireless broadband service. The new webConnect laptop stick, manufactured by Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. (Huawei), allows customers with a laptop to take advantage of faster broadband speeds available through T-Mobile’s 3G high-speed data network (HSDPA) and accessible Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g) network, which includes access to more than 10,000 convenient locations across the U.S. in the T-Mobile® HotSpot Network. Customers simply plug the webConnect laptop stick into their ...

Posted on 25th March 2009
Under: 3G, EDGE, GPRS, Internet, T-Mobile, WiFi |

Nokia 7510 to Launch With T-Mobile USA

The Nokia 7510 was unveiled at CES and T-Mobile USA, Inc. was announced as the exclusive carrier for the U.S. launch of the stylish device. The Nokia 7510 gives customers an added level of customization and functionality for their mobile device experience. The Nokia 7510 comes ready for style with charming lights and an external display that stays hidden until needed to show information such as caller ID or a song title. These lights also provide a sensational pattern for anyone who sees them light up. The Nokia 7510 is a Series 40 device that can be ...

Posted on 12th January 2009
Under: EDGE, GPRS, Nokia, T-Mobile, WiFi |

Sony Ericsson unveils the C510 Cyber-shot

Sony Ericsson today introduces the beautifully simple C510 Cyber-shot(TM), its most affordable Cyber-shot(TM) phone to date, and an application upgrade to the C905 Cyber-shot(TM) phone, currently at the top of the charts across the globe. The Sony Ericsson Cyber-shot(TM) portfolio has topped 32 million handsets sales worldwide demonstrating Sony Ericsson's market leadership in bringing exciting new camera phone technology to consumers around the world. The C510 Cyber-shot(TM) will make Sony Ericsson's camera phone experience accessible to even more consumers and markets worldwide. C510 Cyber-shot(TM) More consumers can now enjoy the Cyber-shot(TM) experience, without compromising on quality. Sony Ericsson continues ...

Posted on 12th January 2009
Under: EDGE, GPRS, HP, Handset, Sony Ericsson, YouTube |

NTT DOCOMO, Renesas, Fujitsu, and Sharp to Jointly Develop Platform for HSUPA Mobile Phone

NTT DOCOMO, Renesas, Fujitsu, and Sharp to Jointly Develop Platform for HSUPA Mobile PhoneRenesas Technology Corp., Fujitsu Limited, and Sharp Corporation today announced that they plan to jointly develop the SH-Mobile G4 single-chip LSI device, and a platform incorporating it, to support the HSUPA1/HSDPA2/W-CDMA and GSM/GPRS/EDGE (2G) mobile telephony standards. Development of the platform is targeted for completion by the forth quarter of fiscal 2009 (January–March 2010).The new SH-Mobile G4 will be fabricated with 45-nm process technology to enable highly integrated functions and extra-fast processing. It will provide enhanced functionality and improved performance for applications handling HD3 video and 3-D graphics. ...

Posted on 18th October 2008
Under: 3G, EDGE, GPRS, NTT DoCoMo |

313 EDGE networks launched worldwide

313 EDGE networks launched worldwideThe latest survey of GSM/EDGE network deployments by GSA, the Global mobile Suppliers Association, highlights continuing expansion of GSM/EDGE networks and services across the globe. The survey results are summarized in a new EDGE Fact Sheet, confirming that EDGE networks are now commercially launched in 147 countries, compared to 113 countries in May 2007.The GSA survey identified 363 EDGE network commitments in 165 countries (May 2007 = 287 commitments, 142 countries), including 313 EDGE commercial network launches in 147 countries (May 2007 = 223 launches, 113 countries). EDGE is now widely available throughout Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe ...

Posted on 14th May 2008
Under: EDGE, GPRS |

T-Mobile USA begins 3G rollout

T-Mobile USA begins 3G rollout T-Mobile USA, Inc. today announced that the company has taken the first commercial step in the rollout of its third-generation (3G) wireless network by launching its UMTS/HSDPA network in New York City. T-Mobile plans to continue the rollout of its 3G network across major metropolitan markets through the year. By year's end, T-Mobile expects its high-speed data network will be available in those cities where a majority of its subscribers currently use data services."The launch of our 3G network comes at a time when 3G phones and services are more affordable, capable and appealing to our ...

Posted on 6th May 2008
Under: 3G, EDGE, GPRS, T-Mobile, WiFi |

Sagem announces world’s smallest GPRS module

Sagem announces world's smallest GPRS moduleWith this new revolutionary product, Sagem Communications launches a leading edge product that will address the market requirements for the ever increasing number of applications which implement embedded M2M communication. Utilising the latest GPRS technology in a module which is no larger than a stamp! The SAGEM HiLo module will give M2M developers the ideal solution they have been asking for, in terms of features, size, price, usability, and reliability.GPRS quad band with embedded TCP/IP stacks, SAGEM HiLo is perfectly suited to applications that have space limitations, which require a small and compact design, such as ...

Posted on 28th April 2008
Under: GPRS, Sagem |

Email@Mobile rolls out First Free Mobile Email ID

Email@Mobile rolls out First Free Mobile Email IDAdroit Claretdene Infotech today announced the launch of a new mobile email solution -- email@mobile which will allow worldwide mobile users to own a free mobile email ID which shall be accessed over any ordinary mobile phone capable of internet browsing.Users can now use their existing mobile phone with WAP 1.2 & above browser to wirelessly access their new e-mail box as well as register for new email ID through their basic mobile phone. email@mobile is the first solution of its kind which allows users to register for new email ID through a mobile ...

Posted on 24th March 2008
Under: Browser, Email, GPRS, Internet, PDA, Smartphone |

Sony Ericsson unveils the T303 compact slider phone

Sony Ericsson unveils the T303 compact slider phoneSony Ericsson today unveiled the T303, an attractive phone that is small and neat enough to carry with you on every occasion. This compact slider phone has been given the high-end treatment, with a mirrored screen, metal housing and chrome finish.Sony Ericsson T303 *Provides pocket-sized convenience *Promises premium good looks thanks to a metal and chrome finish *Does the basics well, whether that's camera, Bluetooth or FM radio Big in looks, mini in size The T303's diminutive size is distinctive for all the right reasons. Because it doesn't take up much room, it's perfect for those nights out when ...

Posted on 4th March 2008
Under: Bluetooth, GPRS, Sony Ericsson |

90 Million 4G Subscribers Worldwide in 2013

90 Million 4G Subscribers Worldwide in 2013 The total number of 4G subscribers worldwide, including both LTE and WiMAX, is expected to exceed 90 million in 2013, but a number of milestones must be passed en route, according to a new forecast from ABI Research. At the end of 4Q 2007, says the firm, there were nearly 3.4 billion mobile subscribers worldwide, with 2.7 billion on GSM/EDGE/GPRS networks.Worldwide WCDMA subscriber numbers hit 180 million in 4Q 2007. ABI Research expects migration to HSPA+ to begin in early 2010, and migration to LTE will commence by the middle of the same year. ...

Posted on 29th February 2008
Under: ABI, EDGE, GPRS, Wimax |