Netflix has rejected SK Broadband’s demand that the streaming service pay for bandwidth usage. SK Broadband filed a lawsuit against Netflix earlier this month after data traffic spiked following the global success of Hwang Dong-hyuk’s drama series Squid Game. “We have come to a crossroads — Red Light, Green Light — where Internet gatekeepers could … Read more
Vodafone UK has announced it will waive all call charges to Ukraine and offer free data roaming for customers in the country. Ahmed Essam Shelbaya, CEO of Vodafone UK, shared the news on Twitter. https://twitter.com/AhmedShelbaya/status/1497191194887135269 Beyond helping people stay connected with family and friends during this crisis, Vodafone is contributing financially to humanitarian efforts supporting … Read more
In response to recent speculation, T-Mobile US has confirmed it does not plan to stop procuring network equipment from Nokia. The carrier’s statement directly contradicts reports from an industry analyst who suggested T-Mobile might switch to alternative suppliers. “T-Mobile works with both Nokia and Ericsson, who have helped us over the years build the largest … Read more
Apple Stores worldwide opened this morning to long lines of eager customers waiting to buy the new iPhone 4S. Many people queued for hours or even days to be among the first to own the device. The smartphone became available at 8am today in the UK, US, Australia, Japan, Germany, Canada and France. Some customers … Read more
A new report from Juniper Research finds that Apple’s choice not to include near field communication (NFC) in the iPhone 5 has contributed to a slowdown in the technology’s projected growth. Juniper has revised its mobile NFC market forecast downward to $110 billion by 2017, compared with an earlier estimate of $180 billion. “Apple’s current … Read more
MWC19 As MWC19 begins in Barcelona this week, mobile operators are eager to showcase their latest products—whether hardware or the ongoing push toward 5G. The annual Fira Gran Via gathering is broad in scope, and alongside product launches you’ll find a range of research studies offering practical guidance for operators. Recent research from Mobileum provides … Read more
(c)iStock.com/laflor Altair Semiconductor, a provider of LTE chipsets, is partnering with Verizon Wireless to bring LTE-based Internet of Things (IoT) products to market. Altair is preparing to introduce commercial Cat-1 and Cat-0 products designed specifically for IoT applications, targeting devices that require reliable cellular connectivity while keeping costs and power consumption low. The Altair FourGee-1160 … Read more
It’s a challenging market for telecom operators. New entrants focused on rapid growth and customer acquisition are intensifying competition, pushing established mobile and fixed-line providers to lower prices and offer cash incentives to attract customers. These tactics compress margins and increase acquisition costs. Whether it’s a broadband provider offering free installation and extra home routers … Read more
About the Webinar Tuesday 8th June 2021 | 12pm BST Data is one of the most valuable assets for telecommunications companies, and the rollout of 5G increases its strategic importance. The operators that can quickly analyse the vast volumes of data they generate stand to gain a competitive edge. Yet many telecom providers access and … Read more
(c)iStock.com/Sky_Blue Networking solutions provider Brocade has announced that China Mobile, a leading mobile communications service provider, has selected Brocade’s advanced network functions virtualization (NFV) solution to support a major strategic development initiative. By deploying Brocade Virtual Traffic Manager (vTM) in key China Mobile data centers, the operator will be able to deliver highly available, agile … Read more