Archive for November, 2006

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Japanese Mobile TV Partners Move Together

November 30th, 2006

Japanese mobile giant DoCoMo has announced plans to work with Fuji Television Network Inc and Nippon Broadcasting System to develop new TV services for mobile phones. The trio, together with some smaller technology companies and the satellite TV broadcaster Sky Perfect Communications, will form a Yen 30 million joint venture, aimed at developing new mobile [...]

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Ericsson selected by T-Mobile USA for WCDMA 3G deployment

November 30th, 2006

Ericsson announces that it has been awarded a contract to deploy WCDMA 3G for T-Mobile USA. Ericsson was selected for its turnkey network rollout and to serve as the prime radio provider for WCDMA 3G services in certain markets, including New York City which is scheduled to be operational in 2007. The agreement is contingent [...]

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Tanzania to get 3G Network

November 30th, 2006

South African-based mobile operator Vodacom has announced plans to expand its networks in Tanzania by rolling out new 3G infrastructure there. Work is due to start on the new infrastructure early next year it is not clear who will supply the equipment. The mobile company claims it has noted a pent up demand for high-speed [...]

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YouTube Goes Mobile

November 29th, 2006

YouTube, a consumer media company that enables people to watch and share original videos through a Web experience, today announced that, in early December, its leading video entertainment service will be available to people on mobile devices. In its first strategic mobile distribution agreement, YouTube will enable Verizon Wireless V CAST consumers to access a [...]

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Motorola Q to be Released by Sprint

November 29th, 2006

Pictures of what appears to be a Sprint branded Motorola Q have leaked onto the web. Engadget Mobile has posted some images of the new handset sporting a new black exterior and all dressed up with Sprint logos. Pricing, device specifications and release dates have not been released but rumors indicate that we may see [...]

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Nokia Announces Four New Mobile Phones

November 29th, 2006

Nokia announced today plans to release four new mobile phones including three mid-range models as well as a new entry level model. Nokia 2626 (pictured left) is Nokia’s new entry level handset which is expected to be available in a range of bolds colors and offer a FM radio. Nokia 6300 (second from left) is [...]