EDITORIAL
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First of all, CACF team wishes a very a happy new year to all of you out there. It has been an especially great year for the ICT sector of Pakistan as the long awaited auction of 3G/4G spectrum took place, big names like Apple and Lenovo entered the local market and Pakistan became the member of ITU after many years. But particularly in last month, Ministry of Information Technology arranged first of its kind “e-Government Workshop-2014” in Pakistan with the slogan “e-Government for smart Governance” on December 3, 2014. Mobilink has entered into an exclusive partnership with Microsoft Pakistan to launch “Lumia” devices. All mobile operators launched Apple iPhone 6 and 6c on contract. Warid launched its 4G services while Zong ended November with 1,452 4G LTE subscribers.
In CIS region ICT sector thrived as well. Kyrgyzstan mobile operator Nur Telecom, which operates under the ‘O!’ banner, has expanded its 3G services in the Naryn province as well as the villages of Jany-Jol and Kochkor. Ucell has started to provide 4G services to its subscribers in Tashkent. Tele2 Kazakhstan has extended its ‘Everything OK’ tariff from the city of Astana, to the regions of Akmola, Zhambyl and Northern Kazakhstan. Mobile operator Afghan Wireless (AWCC) has launched 3.75G+ services in Kabul. The operator fully migrated all its 3G base stations in the city to HSPA+ technology. Takom, working under the Beeline Tajikistan brand, has introduced a package containing the white-label Beeline Smart 3 smartphone. The package costs TJS 500 and also includes 3 GB and 300 SMS per month for four months. Armenian mobile operator VivaCell has started providing its LTE services in the towns of Armavir and Vagarshapat in Armavir County. Rubicon Wireless Communication (RWC), which rendered mobile communication services of CDMA standard in Uzbekistan under trademark Perfectum Mobile, carried out rebranding. The mobile operator will now render services under Perfectum trademark, while its slogan is “Now! Always”.
Qualcomm announced that its Snapdragon 810 processor will add support for LTE Category 9 Carrier Aggregation connectivity. The Snapdragon 810 processor with integrated next generation LTE-A modem has demonstrated download speeds of up to 450 Mbps over three 20MHz LTE carriers, becoming the first Snapdragon processor to support Category 9 Carrier Aggregation. A new report from Juniper Research has found that mobile phone and tablet users will make 195 billion mobile commerce transactions annually by 2019, up from 72 billion this year. India was the fastest growing market in Asia Pacific with a quarter on quarter growth of 27% in Q3 2014 (July September) as per IDC.
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Industrial News
[/succsess_box] [columns indent=”20″ bottom=”25″] [column places=”3″]Ucell Launches LTE in Branded Shops
Uzbekistan mobile operator Ucell has launched LTE services at its branded shop in the Next commercial centre in the capital city. The services provide speeds of up to 150 Mbps. LTE services is now accessible in all branded shops of the operator in the city of Tashkent from 1 December.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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Kcell Launches Services Management App for Android
Kazakhstan mobile operator Kcell has introduced its new ‘My Asset’ services management mobile application for Android smartphones. The application enables users to receive information about services, and to control these services. The free application is available on the Google Play. The operator will offer up to 15 free daily SMSs and other bonuses for users of the app.Source: TelecomPaper
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[column places=”3″]O! Expands 3G Coverage, Offers More LTE-Capable Devices
Kyrgyzstan mobile operator Nur Telecom, which operates under the ‘O!’ banner, has expanded its 3G services in the Naryn province as well as the villages of Jany-Jol and Kochkor via the establishment of new base stations.Source: TeleGeography
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[column places=”3″]GNC-Alfa launches GPON end-user device supply tender
Rostelecom Armenia has launched an open call for the selection of a supplier of GPON ONU end-user devices. Applications will be accepted until 5 December at 6.00 pm. Bid envelopes will be opened on 8 December.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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Azerbaijan Improves Positions on ICT Development Index – ITU
Azerbaijan ranked 64th place in the ICT Development Index (Measuring the Information Society Report 2014) of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) for 2013 with an index of 5.65, by improving the rating by one position compared to 2012.Source: Trend [/column] [column]
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Ucell launches 4G network for commercial use
Ucell has started to provide 4G services to its subscribers in Tashkent city from 1 December 2014. According to the company, currently 4G internet is available for citizens of Tashkent city. Ucell will launch 4G network in other cities of Uzbekistan as well.Source: uzdaily [/column] [column]
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VivaCell Starts Seasonal Smartphone Promotion
Armenian mobile operator VivCell has launched a smartphone promotion at its shops. Devices from Alcatel, Huawei, MTS, Prestigio and Lenovo are being offered at a discount rate.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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You Only Live Twice: UMS Launch Kicks off MTS’s Second Attempt to Crack Uzbekistan
Universal Mobile Systems (UMS), a joint venture of Russia’s Mobile TeleSystems (MTS) and the Uzbek republic, via the Centre for Radio Communication, Broadcasting and Television (CRBT), has launched commercial mobile services. The cellco utilizes the infrastructure and assets of MTS’s defunct subsidiary MTS Uzbekistan (also known as Uzdunrobita), which was controversially forced to close down in 2012. UMS’s new network is based on GSM, W-CDMA and HSPA+ technology, although no coverage details are currently available.Source: TeleGeography
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With 2,800 Cell Sites, Telenor Expands its 3G Services to One Third of its Customers
Telenor Pakistan has announced that it has expanded its 3G footprint to 55 cities in the country to enable its one third of customer base to have mobile broadband access while on the go.Source: Telenor-PR [/column] [column]
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OrisTel Appointed as Value-Added Distribution Partner by Alcatel-Lucent for its Comprehensive Portfolio of Ultra-Broadband Access Products
Alcatel-Lucent and Singapore Technologies Electronics Limited (ST Electronics) have signed an agreement that announces OrisTel Systems Pte Ltd (OrisTel) as a preferred regional value-add partner for the distribution of ALU’s comprehensive portfolio of ultra-broadband fixed and wireless access products in the Asia Pacific region.Source: Alca-Lu PR [/column] [column]
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Armentel Offers Samsung Handset Promo
Mobile operator Armentel has introduced a promotion of the Samsung GT-E1202 handset to its subscribers. The device is offered with unlimited on-net calls for two months. The price of the package is AMD 9,900.Source: TelecomPaper
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Megacom Offers Free Access to Wikipedia
Kyrgyzstan mobile operator Megacom has introduced its new ‘Educational’ tariff. It offers internet services outside the monthly subscription charge or payment for traffic used, when using the websites codecademy.com, zero.wikipedia.org and m.wikipedia.org. The new option can be activated over the USSD menu.Source: TelecomPaper
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Beeline expands its roaming in Slovakia
Largest communication operator Beeline expanded its GPRS roaming geography. The operator said that the cooperation agreement was signed with the company T-mobile (Slovakia).Source: uzdaily
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E-Government Master Plan: A Step by Ministry of Information Technology in Collaboration with ITU and NIPA, Korea
Ministry of Information Technology arranged first of its kind “e-Government Workshop-2014” in Pakistan with the slogan “e-Government for smart Governance” on December 3, 2014. The purpose of the workshop was to obtain realistic input from participants on e-Government initiative and play a significant role in advancing the e-Governance initiatives that have been started to strengthen governance processes in Pakistan. Korean Ambassador in Pak –VP NIPA Government Organizations, focal persons from different Ministries/department Officials of ITU and other dignitaries participated in the Forum. Inputs from this forum will contribute toward the proposed “E-Government Master Plan” entrusted to be adopted as major working document of the newly constituted National Information Technology Board (NITB).Source: MoIT-PR
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VivaCell expands ‘Super 0’ service
Armenian mobile operator VivaCell, a subsidiary of Russian mobile operator MTS, has introduced access to its ‘Super 0’ service for subscribers of its ‘EU’ and ‘Dialect’ tariffs. The deal provides 5,000 minutes of on-net calls and 1,000 on-net SMSs per month. The subscription rate of the option totals AMD 2,900.Source: TelecomPaper
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Altel raises rate for permanent IP address
Kazakhstan operator Altel has to raised rates for its permanent IP-address service from 1 January. The monthly subscription rate will go to KZT 9.990 for corporate LTE subscribers and KZT 5,000 for retail subscribers using LTE.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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Navoiyazot Expands Cooperation with Beeline Business
Largest communication operator Beeline announced about the extension and development agreements between Beeline Business and the largest enterprise of chemical industry of Uzbekistan – JSC Navoiyazot.Source: uzdaily
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Mobicash to Offer Payment-Collections for NayaTel
Mobicash has signed an agreement with NayaTel Pvt. Ltd. (NTL) whereby it will provide the facility of payment collection for Nayatel customers through Mobicash. NayaTel customers will have the option of making payments through Mobicash Over-the-Counter (OTC) services or Mobicash Mobile Wallet.Source: Mobilink-PR
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Warid Launches ‘My 3’ Offer for Existing Postpaid Users
Pakistani mobile operator Warid Telecom has launched an offer for its existing postpaid subscribers. Customers who take up Warid’s ‘My 3 Offer’ can make unlimited calls on 3 friends & family (FnF) numbers for PKR 350 per month.Source: TelecomPaper
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Orange Armenia Offers Free Alcatel Devices to New Subs
Mobile operator Orange Armenia offers a promotion to new subscribers connecting to its Orange Butterfly, Dolphin, Panther 4000 or higher tariff plans for 24 months, while at the same time subscribing to Internet 5000 or higher tariff plans for the same period. The subscribers will be offered the Alcatel Pixi 2 smartphone, as well as an Alcatel Pixi 7 3G tablet at AMD 1 each. The offer runs until 15 January, 2015.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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Mobilink Exclusively Launches Microsoft “Lumia” Devices in Pakistan
Mobilink has entered into an exclusive partnership with Microsoft Pakistan to launch “Lumia” devices. The partnership entails exclusive launch of a range of devices under the Lumia brand. As part of this partnership, the first device Microsoft Lumia-535 was launched last week at Rs. 14,250. Microsoft Lumia 535 is a feature-rich devices aimed at providing an enhanced experience to data savvy customers.Source: Mobilink-PR
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Sky Mobile Offers Bonus for Number Registration
Mobile operator Sky Mobile, working under the Beeline Kyrgyzstan brand, has introduced a promotion to subscribers registering their prepaid numbers in retail outlets of the operator.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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Naxtel to Provide Services in Nakhichevan Only
Azerbaijan regional mobile operator Naxtel, working in Nakhichevan republic, doesn’t plan to provide services outside the republic, cited by Rovshan Mamedov, the minister of ICT of Nakhichevan republic. The regional operator plans to expand its network across the republic and to deploy a LTE network there.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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TUIT and Huawei Sign Cooperation Agreement
Tashkent University of Information Technologies (TUIT) and China’s Huawei signed a cooperation agreement within programme ‘The Telecom Seed for the Future’. The programme is directed at developing local ICT specialists, transferring knowledge in telecommunication sector and promoting regional potential, etc.Source: UzDaily
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Megafon Tajikistan Offers Automatic Top-Up
Mobile operator Megafon Tajikistan has introduced an automatic payment option for its subscribers, in cooperation with the bank Agroinvest bank. A top-up of the balance will be performed by default from the bank card after exceeding a certain balance threshold chosen by the subscriber. Customers will also be able to choose a top-up sum.Source: TelecomPaper
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Mobile operator CDMA Uzbekistan, working under the Perfectum Mobile brand, plans to modify the conditions of its ‘Useful Communication’ promotion from 10 December. Customers will be able to to connect to the Twice Cheaper Plus tariff when buying handsets from branded shops and from dealer retail outlets in regions across the country until 31 December.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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Tele2 Kazakshtan Expands Everything OK
Mobile operator Tele2 Kazakhstan has extended its ‘Everything OK’ tariff from the city of Astana, to the regions of Akmola, Zhambyl and Northern Kazakhstan. The rate of calls to all Kazakhstan networks totals KZT 5.9 per minute, with text messages priced at KZT 5.9. The deal has no subscription rate.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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Mobilink and Apple Partner to Launch iPhone 6 Series in Pakistan
Mobilink and Apple have partnered to launch Apple iPhone 6 series in Pakistan. As a result of this partnership, customers can now pick up an iPhone 6 of their choice from selected Mobilink Business Centers across Pakistan. All iPhones purchased from Mobilink will be given 3G data services free of cost for a period of 6 months.Source: Mobilink-PR
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Megacom Launches ‘Internet for the Children’ Service
Kyrgyzstan mobile operator Megacom has introduced its new ‘Internet for the Children’ service. The service enables guardians to prevent children from accessing inappropriate internet content. No subscription fee is charged during the trial period, and the activation fee is KGS 10. The standard subscription rate will be applied after the expiry of the trial period if the service is not cancelled.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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Armentel Launches Services Management App for Pcs
Mobile operator Armentel has launched an online version of its ‘My Beeline Armenia’ mobile services management application. This version enables it to be used over PCs. It is available for download on the company’s website. The application enables customers to manage services from the operator. Versions for iOs, Android, Windows and Symbian-powered smartphones had already been made available.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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Kcell Launches Samsung Smartphones Promotion
Kazakhstan mobile operator Kcell has introduced a promotion for Samsung smartphones at its shops. The Galaxy S5 LTE 16 GB, Galaxy Note 4 32 GB, Galaxy Alpha LTE 32 GB, Galaxy S5 mini Duos 16 GB and Galaxy Ace 4 Duos 4 GB smartphones have been introduced with operator packages.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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O! 3G Expansion in Talas!
Kyrgyz mobile service provider Nur Telecom, which operates under the ‘O!’ banner, has deployed five new 3G base stations in the Talas province; four in the city of Talas and one in the village of Kirovka. Nur Telecom launched 3G services in April 2014 with coverage initially in Bishkek and the surrounding Chuy province, while in November the operator installed 3G base stations in the province of Naryn.Source: TeleGeography
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Uzbektelecom Cuts Tariffs for Internet Services for ISPs
Uzbektelecom Joint Stock Company cut tariffs for internet services (external channel) for internet service providers up to US$276.27 per 1 Mbps from 4 December 2014. Uzbektelecom recalled that it is cutting tariffs for external channel for the fifth time in 2014. On 11 June, the tariffs were decreased up to US$306.04 and on 11 July – to US$303.51, on 29 August – to US$299.22 and US$286.74 per 1 Mbps. Now, the price is cut to US$246.27 per 1 Mbps.Source: UzDaily [/column] [column]
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Demand for E-Signature Increases in Azerbaijan
The total number of electronic digital signatures (e-signatures) issued by the Azerbaijani National Certification Services Center in November 2014 increased by 5.8 percent and hit 27,536 as of December 1, according to the report of the Information-Computer Center under the Azerbaijani Communication and High Technology Ministry.Source: trendz [/column] [column]
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MTS Turkmenistan Launches New On-Net Plan
Mobile operator MTS Turkmenistan has introduced its new ‘Gul Yaly 2015’ tariff offering 100 minutes of monthly on-net calls. After exceeding the ceiling, on-net calls will cost TMT 0.10 per minute for the first call minute and TMT 0.01 per minute starting from the second minute. Free incoming calls and on-net SMS for TMT 0.10 are also offered under the tariff. Activation costs TMT 10, and the monthly subscription fee is TMT 6.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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Armenian mobile operator VivaCell, a subsidiary of Russian mobile operator MTS, has introduced a promotion for the Hayphone, HTC One, HTC Desire 200 and Nokia Lumia 925 smartphones at its branded shops. The rate of the Hayphone has been reduced from AMD 65,000 to AMD 24,900. HTC One is on offer for AMD 219,000 instead of AMD 325,000.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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Afghan Wireless Launches 3.75G+ Services in Kabul
Mobile operator Afghan Wireless (AWCC) has launched 3.75G+ services in Kabul. The operator fully migrated all its 3G base stations in the city to HSPA+ technology. The operators plans to launch mobile broadband through this technology in Kandahar in Q1 2015, and is scheduled to roll it out to all other major cities in Afghanistan during 2015. The telco has nearly 4 million subscribers across the country.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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Megacom Expands Network in Jalal-Abad
Kyrgyzstan mobile operator Megacom has extended the coverage of its network in the Jalal-Abad region. Services have become accessible in the villages of Aral, Atay, Birdik and Karl-Marx with 5,000 more residents able to access mobile services. New base stations were deployed and the capacity of existing base stations raised. The operator also introduced its new services management system My Info.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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Sky Mobile Launches Beeline Smart Smartphone
Mobile operator Sky Mobile, working under the Beeline Kyrgyzstan brand, plans to start selling white-label Beeline Smart smartphones at its branded shops from 15 December. The Android 4.4 OS and dual-core 1.3GHz processor-powered device features a 4-inch screen, 3.2 megapixel camera with flash, and supports Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and GPS. The smartphone will be priced at KGS 3,490. Subscribers buying the device will be offered a mobile internet traffic bonus of 1.5 GB.Source: TelecomPaper
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Armentel Expands GSM, 3G Networks
Mobile operator Armentel, working under the Beeline Armenia brand, has expanded the coverage of its GSM and 3G networks in the city of Yerevan and in regions across the country, reports Arka.am. New GSM base stations have been built in Yerevan and in the Ararat region. New 3G base stations have been deployed in the Aragatsotn, Ararat, Vayotsdzor, Gegarkuni, Lori and Tavush regions. The coverage of the GSM and 3G network has also been raised in the Zvartnots international airport.Source: TelecomPaper
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Ucell Introduces New Weekly Mobile Internet Packages
Uzbekistan mobile operator Ucell, controlled by the TeliaSonera group, has introduced new weekly mobile internet packages. The new line includes three mobile internet packages. The one with 80 MB costs USD 2, the one with 160 MB is priced at USD 3, and the deal with 320 MB costs USD 4.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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O! Launches Seasonal Promotion, Entertainment Portal
Kyrgyzstan mobile operator Nur Telecom, working under the O! brand, has introduced a seasonal promotion aimed at subscribers of its Onoy prepaid tariff. Subscribers can get five free daily on-net calls and five free on-net texts with a handset balance over KGS 10. The operator has also introduced a new entertainment Funbox voice portal, including dating and other services. The portal is accessible using the USSD-menu. Service is free during first three days. The subscription costs KGS 3 per day.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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AWCC Finally Joins 3G Fray, Leapfrogs Rivals with DC-HSPA+ Upgrade
Afghan Wireless Communication Company (AWCC) has launched a 3.5G Dual Carrier HSPA+ network in Kabul, claiming to be the first operator in the country to utilize the technology. AWCC said in a press release that it had ‘completely rebuilt’ its core network in Kabul, installing DC-HSPA+ technology at each of its 3G sites in the city, enabling theoretical maximum downlink speeds of up to 42Mbps.Source: TeleGeography
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UMS Launches New Service HD Voice
Mobile operator Universal Mobile Systems (UMS) launched new service HD Voice. The operator became the first in Uzbekistan, which launched HD Voice service. The service was launched in cooperation with Huawei and ensures crystal clear conversations.Source: UzDaily [/column] [column]
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Armentel, Credit Agricole Offer Devices on Installments
Mobile operator Armentel is running a joint offer with the Akba Credit Agricole Bank. Customers can purchase handsets, notebooks, modems and tablets on installments in Armentel’s branded shops. The purchase sum varies from AMD 50,000 to AMD 2 million under the service and the installment term is three to 24 months. Previously, Armentel subscribers could buy devices on installments in cooperation with Unibank and VTB Bank Armenia.Source: TelecomPaper
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Azerbaijan Handset Imports Fall in First 10 Months of 2014
Azerbaijan imported 77,836 telephone handsets, tablets and other mobile devices in the period January-October 2014, down 16 percent year-on-year, a statement from the Azerbaijan Statistics Committee informed. The import value totaled USD 4.453 million, down 11.3 percent. Monthly handset imports totaled 7,700 units on average, with a value of over USD 445,000.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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Megacom launches mobile internet roaming packages for Russia
Kyrgyzstan mobile operator Megacom has begun offering its subscribers new roaming mobile internet packages. The weekly packages will provide cheap mobile internet services in Russia. The line includes bundles containing 30 MB, 50 MB and 100 MB. The packages are accessible by activating the ‘Postpaid Roaming’ and ‘GPRS Roaming’ options.Source: TelecomPaper
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Number of Tajik Cell Phone Users Grows
Tajik customers are embracing cell phones as access expands and rates drop, using them to talk, text and connect to the internet. Even the mountainous country’s most remote villages can access the internet today, now that cell phone access has expanded to reach 95% of the area.Source: Cellular-news [/column] [column]
Beeline Uzbekistan Launches Credit for Services Promotion
Mobile operator Beeline Uzbekistan has introduced a credit for services seasonal promotion for prepaid subscribers. The option is now available for customers who have been using the operator’s services for at least three months. The promotion will run until 31 January. It is also accessible when roaming. The service will give USD 0.20 per credit received.Source: TelecomPaper
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Takom offers pack with white-label smartphone
Mobile operator Takom, working under the Beeline Tajikistan brand, has introduced a package containing the white-label Beeline Smart 3 smartphone. The package costs TJS 500 and also includes 3 GB and 300 SMS per month for four months. The offer is valid in all branded shops of the operator, as well as in the shops of its dealers.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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Ucell launches seasonal roaming promotion
Uzbekistan mobile operator Ucell has introduced its seasonal roaming promotion for subscribers. Prices for roaming services have been reduced by up to eight-fold under the promotion. The special offer is valid until 28 February.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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Kar-Tel introduces Annual Contract option
Mobile operator Kar-Tel has introduced a new Annual Contract promotion for subscribers. Customers can pay for five to nine months in advance for services under any tariff from the line. Under the promotion, they will get free fixed internet services for one to three months.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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VivaCell launches LTE in Armavir, Vagarshapat
Armenian mobile operator VivaCell, a subsidiary of Russian mobile operator MTS, has started providing its LTE services in the towns of Armavir and Vagarshapat in Armavir county. Six LTE base stations were deployed in Armavir and seven LTE base stations built in Vagarshapat.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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Beeline expands international voice roaming to Hong Kong
Largest communication operator Beeline expanded geography of international voice roaming. The operator said that it signed an agreement of cooperation with China Mobile (Hong Kong).Source: UzDaily
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[column places=”3″]Beeline expands CAMEL-roaming in France
Largest communication operator Beeline expanded a geography of international voice roaming in France. The operator said that from 18 December 2014, the CAMEL-roaming service will be available in the partner network of SFR in France.Source: UzDaily [/column] [column]
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Kar-Tel offers free access to classified ads app
Mobile operator Kar-Tel, working under the Beeline Kazakhstan brand, has introduced free access to the classified advertisements site Olx.kz and the mobile application Olx.kz for three months. Customers will not pay for internet traffic to access the services. The offer is open to all prepaid subscribers of the operator using internet.beeline.kz or M-Internet access points.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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Armentel launches new roaming promo
Mobile operator Armentel has introduced a new roaming services promotion. Free incoming calls from the second to 10th call minute are offered worldwide under the ‘0 When Roaming’ service, which is accessible until 15 February. The cost of the first call minute, as well as each minute starting from the 11th, is AMD 200.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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Chiril Gaburici Leaves Azercell at the End of the Year
Azercell Telecom LLC announced that its recent CEO Chiril Gaburici is leaving a company at the end of this year as his contract has come to an end. Chiril Gaburici decided to pursue other career opportunities outside of Teliasonera Group.Source: Trendz [/column] [column]
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Kar-Tel Offers Free Access to Classified Ads App
Mobile operator Kar-Tel, working under the Beeline Kazakhstan brand, has introduced free access to the classified advertisements site Olx.kz and the mobile application Olx.kz for three months. Customers will not pay for internet traffic to access the services. The offer is open to all prepaid subscribers of the operator using internet.beeline.kz or M-Internet access points.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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The Best HAS Arrived!” Warid Telecom Launches LTE Services in Pakistan
Warid Telecom has announced the official launch of LTE services in Pakistan. Starting from 26th December, 2014, Warid customers enjoyed 7 days of free customer trials of LTE services in Lahore, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Karachi, Faisalabad and Gujranwala. Ericsson is Warid Telecom’s sole technology partner in Pakistan for the rollout of the LTE network.Source: Warid-PR
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Zong Ends November with 1,452 4G LTE Subscribers
Pakistani mobile telephony operator Zong ended November with 1,452 4G LTE subscribers. The operator had launched its LTE service in the country in September 2014. In an initial phase, the LTE service will be commercially available in seven major cities across the country. The operator said it expects to invest USD 1 billion to deploy its LTE network nationwide within the next three to four years.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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Kcell Modifies 3 Countries Option
Kazakhstan mobile operator Kcell plans to modify its ‘Three Countries’ option. Calls to the United Arab Emirates at KZT 35 per minute will be offered under the option from 15 January. Calls to Uzbekistan will not be accessible. The option is accessible for Kcell subscribers across the country. Calls to China will cost KZT 8 per minute and calls to Turkey KZT 25 per minute. The service costs KZT 200 per country chosen.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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Rubicon Wireless Communication Now to Work under Perfectum Brand
Rubicon Wireless Communication (RWC), which rendered mobile communication services of CDMA standard in Uzbekistan under trademark Perfectum Mobile, carried out rebranding. The mobile operator will now render services under Perfectum trademark, while its slogan is “Now! Always”.Source: Trendz [/column] [column]
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O! Expands 3G Network in Chuy
Kyrgyzstan mobile operator Nur Telecom, working under the O! brand, has expanded the coverage of its 3G network in the Chuy region.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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Orange Armenia runs seasonal SMS promotion
Mobile operator Orange Armenia is offering a promotional international SMS bundle to its voice subscribers. The bundle of fifteen text messages to international destinations can be activated until 06 January 2015 and valid for eight days from activation. No price was given.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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Tele2 Kazakhstan offers automatic top-up payment service
Mobile operator Tele2 Kazakhstan has introduced its ‘Automatic Payment’ option enabling subscribers holding Visa and MasterCard bank cards to top up a handset balance by default after reaching a certain balance threshold.Source: TelecomPaper
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Nextbook NXW10QC32G Goes on Sale in Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan retail chain Alser has started selling the Nextbook NXW10QC32G tablet with detachable keyboard in its shops. The device features a 10.1-inch screen and is powered by the Windows 8.1 OS and tetra-core Intel Atom Z3735G 1.83 GHz processor. The retail price of the notebook, which supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth, is KZT 39,920.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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Terminal Solutions to Supply SIM Sales Kit in Azerbaijan
Russian company Terminal Solutions LLC is negotiating with Azerbaijan mobile operators regarding supplies of SIM card sales terminals, cited by Artyom Subbotin, the executive director of Terminal Solutions. These enable operators to sell SIMs by scanning customers’ passports using cameras installed on the terminals, in order to check their identity. An initial agreement has already been concluded with mobile operators Bakcell, Azercell and Nar Mobile and supplies are due to start in 2015.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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VivaCell Raises Cost of Calls to Ukraine
Armenian mobile operator VivaCell, a subsidiary of Russian operator MTS, announced that it raised the cost of calls to Ukraine from 1 January 2015, due to increased interconnection rates. Calls will cost AMD 120 per minute over the ‘Long Calls’ service from the operator and AMD 180 per minute using the ‘International Connection’ service.Source: TelecomPaper [/column] [column]
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5G in 2020 Will Be Rare; Over 100 Million Subscribers by 2025
According to a new Market Data forecasts from ABI Research, it will take more than 5 years for 5G to reach 100 million subscriber mark 2 years longer than 4G. 4G subscriber growth was much faster than with previous generations, fuelled by the capabilities of increasingly powerful smartphones and the availability of 4G devices. 5G subscriber growth will likely be a bit more muted at first due to the increased complexity of 5G cells and networks, but will pick up in 2023.Source: Cellular-news [/column] [column]
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[column places=”3″]Mobile Commerce Transactions to Approach 200bn By 2019
A new report from Juniper Research has found that mobile phone and tablet users will make 195 billion mobile commerce transactions annually by 2019, up from 72 billion this year.Source: Cellular-news [/column] [column]
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O2 Slovakia confirms LTE switch-on
O2 Slovakia has confirmed the commercial launch of its 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) networks in the cities of Bratislava and Kosice. Having soft launched in the capital earlier this month, O2 says its commercial systems have been launched to areas covering some 165,000 people in the two cities.Source: TeleGeography
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India the Fastest Growing Smartphone Market In Asia/Pacific in Q3 2014
According to International Data Corporation (IDC), India was the fastest growing market in Asia Pacific with a quarter on quarter growth of 27% in Q3 2014 (July September). The market observed exceptional growth owing to festive demand and recorded a new high in smartphone shipments in Q3 2014. As a result, the India smartphone market outshone other emerging markets in the Asia Pacific region in terms of quarter over quarter growth.Source: Cellular-news
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Three UK Reveals 3.1 Million are using its 4G Network
Hutchison 3G UK, which offers services under the Three banner, has announced that 3.1 million of its customers are now utilizing its 4G network, just ten months after it introduced LTE-based connectivity on a commercial basis. With the operator noting that the figure represented over a third of its eight million total subscribers, it also confirmed that 48% of the nation’s population now has access to its 4G services, which are offered at no additional cost to subscribers over 3G data connectivity.Source: TeleGeography
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Tigo Senegal launches 4G pilot trial in Dakar
Tigo Senegal – a wholly owned subsidiary of Millicom International Cellular (MIC) – launched a 4G pilot trial in Dakar to test ultra-high speed mobile broadband services in a live situation. Agence Ecofin confirms that the trial, which runs until 31 December and is free of charge to subscribers, will cover Yoff, Almadies, Fann Residence, University, Dakar-Plateau, International Conference Centre Abdou Diouf Diamniadio and Touba. At the end of the 28-day trial Tigo hopes to deploy 4G on a commercial basis.Source: TeleGeography
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Asian Smartphone Market: India Leads As China Continues to Slow
The smartphone market in Asia Pacific excluding Japan (APEJ) posted a moderate 6% Quarter on Quarter (QoQ) and 24% Year on Year (YoY) growth in 2014 Q3.Source: Cellular-news [/column] [column]
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China Mobile targets 250m TD-LTE users by end-2015
The chairman of China Mobile, Xi Guohua, has said that his company expects to have signed up 80 million Time-Division Long Term Evolution (TD-LTE) subscribers by the end of this year – eclipsing its original target of 50 million 4G users – with the total expected to reach 250 million connections by the end of 2015.Source: TeleGeography
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Sonera Boosts Mobile Broadband Speeds With Introduction of LTE-A
Finland’s Sonera has boosted downlink speeds via the introduction of LTE-Advanced (LTE-A) technology in partnership with Finnish hardware vendor Nokia Networks. Sonera, part of the TeliaSonera group, announced that the commercial launch of LTE-A has increased theoretical mobile downlink speeds to 300Mbps. Initially, however, the higher connection rates will only be available in certain areas of the capital Helsinki, with Sonera noting that those in the Oulunkyla district in the northern part of the city and in the Roihupelto area in the east will be the first to benefit from access to the network.Source: TeleGeography
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GNCC Modifies Existing Licenses for 4G
The Georgian National Communications Commission (GNCC) has started to modify the radio frequency spectrum licenses of the country’s existing telecoms operators to allow for the provision of 4G services. Under Resolution No. 9 of the GNCC, which came into effect on 4 December 2014, the modification of scarce resources already issued by the regulator will be carried out for the usage of harmonized radio frequency ranges (800MHz/900MHz/1800MHz/2100MHz). The duration for the modified technology and service neutral licenses is 15 years.Source: TeleGeography
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Optus Expands 4G Coverage in the ACT with 700 MHz Rollout
Australia’s Optus has extended its 4G coverage in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) on the back of receiving early access commercial license approval for 700MHz spectrum from the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA). In announcing the development the operator noted that the concession had ‘paved the way for [it] to expand and upgrade its existing superfast 4G network across Canberra with 700MHz spectrum, bringing 4G to more places and improving the data experience indoors’.Source: TeleGeography
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Qualcomm Upgrades Smartphone Chips to Support 450Mbps Download Speeds
Qualcomm announced that its Snapdragon 810 processor will add support for LTE Category 9 Carrier Aggregation connectivity. The Snapdragon 810 processor with integrated next generation LTE-A modem has demonstrated download speeds of up to 450 Mbps over three 20MHz LTE carriers, becoming the first Snapdragon processor to support Category 9 Carrier Aggregation.Source: Cellular-news [/column] [column]
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Free Mobile to meet 3G coverage obligations prior to deadline
Jean-Ludovic Silicani, the outgoing president of French telecoms watchdog the Autorite de Regulation des Communications Electroniques et des Postes (Arcep), has confirmed that domestic cellco Free Mobile will meet its 3G coverage obligations prior to the deadline of 15 January 2015. The official was cited as saying: ‘According to the information available to date, Free should be able to meet its obligation to cover 75% of the population with its own frequency by mid-January.’Source: TeleGeography
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Telenor CEO Withdraws From Vimpelcom Supervisory Board
The President and CEO of Telenor Group, Jon Fredrik Baksaas, has informed VimpelCom Ltd. that he steps down from the Supervisory Board of the company with immediate effect. This decision was taken in alignment with the Board of Directors of Telenor Group. VimpelCom Ltd., in which Telenor holds a minority position of 33% and voting rights of 43%, finds itself under investigations related to its entry to the Uzbekistan market. Corruption allegations and speculations are serious and Telenor as a minority owner will continue to take necessary actions to protect its interests. By stepping down from the Supervisory Board of Vimpelcom, Jon Fredrik Baksaas will eliminate any potential conflict of interest under the circumstances. Within the rules of the VimpelCom bye-laws he seconds his vote to Mr. Kjell Morten Johnsen.Source: Telenor-PR [/column] [column]
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Tele2 Russia launches 4G in Tula, 3G in the Tambov region and provides St Petersburg update
T2 RTC Holding, the joint venture between Tele2 Russia and Rostelecom which uses the Tele2 Russia brand name, has launched its inaugural 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) network in the 1,800MHz band in Tula. The operator already provides LTE coverage in several cities in the region, including Shchekin, Novomoskovsk, Don, North Zadonsk, Sokolniki, Aleksin and a number of settlements of the Leninsky district. Two tariff plans are available allowing them to download a maximum 500MB of data in a given 24-hour period for RUB8 (USD0.12), or 1GB of data for RUB15. If the user exceeds their cap, their connection is limited to 128kbps. The Tula 4G rollout cost in the region of USD1 million.Source: TeleGeography
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Tele2’S 4G Network TO Cover 90% of the Population in the Baltics by the End of 2015
Tele2 has announced its plans to provide 90 percent of the population with 4G LTE network coverage in the Baltic States Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia by the end of 2015.Source: Cellular-news [/column] [column]
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Rura is Analyzing a MNP Feasibility Report
Jean Baptiste Mutabazi, head of telecoms watchdog the Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Agency (RURA), has revealed that the watchdog is currently discussing a mobile number portability (MNP) report with policy makers and industry stakeholders.Source: TeleGeography
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Mobitel is Only Cellco to Apply for A 4G License, GNCC Confirms
Vimpelcom-backed Mobitel was the only mobile operator to submit an application to participate in the Georgian government’s upcoming Long Term Evolution (LTE) spectrum auction, the Georgian National Communications Commission (GNCC) has confirmed, following the 19 December expiration date.Source: TeleGeography
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Airtel Deploys LTE Network in Seychelles with Ericsson
Ericsson says that it has won a contract to deploy an LTE network in the Seychelles on behalf of Bharti Airtel. This is Airtel’s first commercial LTE network in Africa. The network is expected to cover 10,000 LTE subscribers in the first phase.Source: Cellular-news [/column] [column]
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Majority of Internet Users Believe Affordable Access Should Be a Basic Human Right
A survey of Internet users in 24 countries has found that 83% of them believe that affordable access to the internet should be a basic human right. The study also found that two thirds (64%) of users are more concerned today about online privacy than they were compared to one year ago.Source: Cellular-news [/column] [column]
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Far EastTone targets two million 4G subscribers by end-2015
Taiwanese multi-service operator Far EasTone (FET) is aiming to double the number of its 4G subscribers to two million by the end of 2015, up from the one million it currently has on its books.Source: TeleGeography
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Entel and Ericsson Complete Latin America’s First Live Test of APT700 Band
Ericsson says that it supported Chile’s Entel in testing the APT700 (Asia Pacific Tele community 700MHz) spectrum. This marks another important milestone in the long standing partnership between the two companies, as well as in the introduction of new low band LTE frequencies and the development of the LTE ecosystem.Source: Cellular-news [/column] [column]
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CSL upgrades to 300Mbps LTE-A
Hong Kong cellco CSL has announced the commercial upgrade of parts of its 4G network to LTE-Advanced (LTE-A) using carrier aggregation across two 20MHz bands to offer theoretical peak download speeds of 300Mbps. CSL has 20MHz of spectrum in each of the 1800MHz and 2600MHz bands which it aggregates to boost LTE speeds from 150Mbps to 300Mbps in parts of Hong Kong.Source: TeleGeography
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MTS and Beeline Switch on LTE in Kaliningrad and Yaroslavl, Respectively; Base Presses Ahead With Legal Challenge over LTE Frequencies
Russian operator Mobile TeleSystems (MTS) has commercially launched Long Term Evolution (LTE) services in Kaliningrad, covering all areas of the city including educational institutions. The launch means that MTS now offers ultra-high speed mobile internet in all regions of North-West Russia, with plans to continue its rollout to other regions in 2015 to meet future growth.Source: TeleGeography
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High-Speed Broadband and 4G Coverage Dramatically Rises in Europe
The number of European households within a reach of high speed broadband of at least 30 Mbps download speeds reached 62 percent of EU homes at the end of 2013, according to a new study on broadband coverage in Europe in 2013 by IHS Technology. The study, commissioned by the European Commission also shows that 4G LTE wireless coverage across Europe recorded a dramatic 32 percent increase in 2013.Source: Cellular-news [/column] [column]
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Vodafone Achieves 450Mbps Download Speeds in LTE-A Trial
Vodafone Portugal has announced that it achieved downlink transmission speeds of 450Mbps while testing Long Term Evolution Advanced (LTE-A) equipment in conjunction with vendor partner Ericsson. The trial was carried out in laboratory conditions.Source: TeleGeography
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DOCOMO paves the way for 5G with multi-element antenna demor
Japanese mobile operator NTT DOCOMO has carried out a live demonstration of its multi-element antenna/circuit integration technology for fifth-generation (5G) technology. The cellco, which has been developing ‘elemental technologies’ with a view to launching 5G commercially in or after 2020, unveiled a new ultra-thin filter – designed for 15GHz-band multi-element antennas – at an open house demonstration held on 28 November.Source: TeleGeography
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Half of People Considering Buying a Smart Wristband Will Choose a Smartwatch
Wearable electronic devices for fitness shipments are forecast to reach 68.1 million units in 2015, down from 70 million units in 2014, according to Gartner. This temporary dip in sales will be driven by an overlap in functionality between smart wristbands, other wearable fitness monitors and smartwatches. However, the market for smart wristbands and other fitness monitors will rebound in 2016 because of versatile designs and models with lower-cost displays.Source: Cellular-news [/column] [column]
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TIM ups LTE-A coverage to 120 cities
Telecom Italia Mobile (TIM) has expanded its Long Term Evolution-Advanced (LTE-A) network to a further 60 cities, thus increasing coverage of the high speed 4G service to a total of 120 cities across the country. Earlier this month the company launched Italy’s first commercial services in 60 cities, including Rome, Milan, Turin, Naples, Florence, Genoa, Palermo and Bari.Source: TeleGeography
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TDC Launches VoLTE; 4G Services Available to 99.5% of Population
Danish telecoms operator TDC has commercially launched voice-over-LTE (VoLTE) technology, following a successful trial of the service. TDC’s technology director, Kim Sogard, disclosed that the technology is supported by TDC’s use of 800MHz frequencies.Source: TeleGeography
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EE to roll out micro networks in rural communities from early 2015
EE has outlined a commitment to connect more than 1,500 rural communities across the country within three years by investing in what it has termed a ‘unique micro network technology that provides coverage to remote areas with no need for broadband or cables’.Source: TeleGeography
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UPCOMING EVENTS
[/succsess_box] [columns indent=”25″ bottom=”25″] [column]Mobile World Congress
The 2015 GSMA Mobile World Congress will convene industry leaders, visionaries and innovators to explore the trends that will shape mobile in the years ahead. The four day event will take place from 2-5 March 2015 at Barcelona.Please visit:http://www.mobileworldcongress.com/?utm_campaign=MWCPBN&utm_source=CACF&utm_medium=Banner&utm_term=Website&utm_content=640153 [/column] [column]
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Iran Telecoms & ICT Event 3-4 February, 2015
Taking a long-term, business-serious, determined approach, Magenta Global, with its forte in organizing Global Investment Summits for New-Growth, Emerging Economies around the world has organized the 1st “Iran Telecoms and IT Global Summit 2014” in Tehran, Islamic Republic of Iran. The event will take place on 3-4 February, 2015 in Tehran. Please visit:http://www.magenta-global.com.sg/Iran-Telecom-IT-Global-Summit-2014/ [/column] [column]
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CONVERGENCE INDIA (21st-23rd January, 2015, New Dehli, India)
Organised and managed by Oman International Trade and Exhibitions and led by the Information Technology Authority of Oman, COMEX has evolved into one of the most recognized and established ICT exhibitions in the Gulf. The event will take place from 27th April 2015-1st May, 2015 at Oman International Exhibition Centre, Muscat, Oman. Please visit:http://comex.om/2015/en/ [/column] [column]
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Phone World Magazine
CACF has launched 10th Edition of Phone World Magazine covering the devices and their ecosystem serving to bridge the gap between the OEMs, Operators, Distributors, Retailers, and the Consumers. Phone World 9th Edition is available in Pakistani markets. Pdf is available on www.phoneworld.com.pk . PhoneWorld website has latest local telecom news, handsets and also has blog section. For subscription email to: info@phoneworld.com.pk[/column] [column]
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[column] Name Samsung Galaxy Note 4
GENERAL
2G Network GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Network HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100
4G Network LTE 800 / 850 / 900 / 1800 / 2100 / 2600
DATA GPRS/EDGE/Speed/WLAN/BLUE TOOTH/ USB/
Operating System Android OS, v4.4.4 (KitKat)
Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 (SM-N910S)
Exynos 5433 (SM-N910C)
CPU Quad-core 2.7 GHz Krait 450 (SM-N910S)
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GENERAL
2G Network GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Network HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
DATA GPRS/EDGE/Speed/WLAN/BLUE TOOTH/ USB/
Operating System Microsoft Windows Phone 8.1
Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon 400
CPU Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
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[column] Name Sony Xperia Z3
GENERAL
2G Network GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 – D6603, D6643, D6653, D6616
3G Network HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 – D6603, D6643, D6653, D6616
4G Network LTE 700/800/850/900/1700/1800/1900/2100/2600
(1/2/3/4/5/7/8/13/17/20) – D6603
DATA GPRS/EDGE/Speed/WLAN/BLUE TOOTH/ USB/NFC/
Operating System Android OS, v4.4.4 (KitKat)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8974AC Snapdragon 801
CPU Quad-core 2.5 GHz Krait 400
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[column] Name LG F60
GENERAL
2G Network GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 – SIM 1 & SIM 2 (optional)
3G Network HSDPA 900 / 2100
4G Network LTE
DATA GPRS/EDGE/Speed/WLAN/BLUE TOOTH/ USB/
Operating System Android OS, v4.4.2 (KitKat)
Sensors Accelerometer, proximity
CPU Quad-core 1.2 GHz
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[/succsess_box] [columns indent=”20″ bottom=”25″] [column places=”3″]Huawei Ascend Mate 7 Smartphone Launch in Pakistan
Huawei is a global technology leader has recently launched its new, most powerful Smart-phablet in Pakistan named; Ascend Mate 7. For the first time, Huawei’s Ascend Mate 7 has featured the most advanced fingerprint sensors technology. Users need less than 1 second to unlock all operations of the device, with the new single-touch fingerprint-identification technology and the EMUI 3.0 feature.Source: Huawei-PR
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Ericsson to Provide Emergency Services Communications Gateway
Ericsson has won a contract to upgrade the communications services offered to emergency service operators in Tasmania. To enable collaborative and reliable communication across Tasmania’s emergency services Ericsson and partner Harris Corp. has been chosen to deliver a solution called an Interoperability Gateway.Source: Cellular-news [/column] [column]
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[column places=”3″]Huawei, EE and Qualcomm Testing 3-Carrier Aggregation
Huawei has announced it has partnered with UK based mobile network operator, EE, and Qualcomm Technologies to complete LTE category 9 testing, which has achieved download speeds of up to 410Mbps.Source: Cellular-news [/column] [column]
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Samsung Launches an Ideal Phone for Selfie-Lovers
Galaxy Grand Prime, released from the house of Samsung is yet another amazing Smartphone loaded with unique and extraordinary features. Like many other Samsung products, this Smartphone is example of perfection. Galaxy Grand Prime allows the users to take selfies that are up to25% wider, making it a perfect selfie Smartphone available in the market. The bright and vivid picture quality and high resolution of the 5 inch QHD screen further enhances the user experience.Source: Samsung-PR
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Ericsson and Telefonica Connect the Peruvian Amazon with 4G/LTE
Telefonica Peru and Ericsson are jointly implementing a project to provide internet access via 4G LTE to governmental entities, such as schools and healthcare centers, in the Peruvian Amazon during 2015.Source: Cellular-news [/column] [column]
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Ericsson Extend Managed Services Partnership
Ericsson and Spanish mobile network operator Yoigo, part of the TeliaSonera group, have updated and extended the managed services agreement to support Yoigo’s network for three more years.Source: TeleGeography
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Samsung Electronics Starts Mass Production of Industry’s First 8-Gigabit LPDDR4 Mobile DRAM
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., the world leader in advanced memory technology, has announced that it has started mass producing the industry’s first 8 gigabit (Gb) low power double data rate 4 (LPDDR4) mobile DRAM based on the company’s leading-edge 20-nanometer (nm) process technology. LPDDR memories are the most widely used “working memory” for mobile devices worldwide.Source: Samsung-PR [/column] [column]
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Ericsson inks 2G/3G framework deal with Ethio Telecom
Swedish vendor Ericsson has announced the signing of a framework agreement on 2G/3G mobile communication equipment and related services – including design, planning, deployment, tuning, and optimization – with Ethiopia’s monopoly telecoms provider Ethio Telecom.Source: TeleGeography
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Huawei and Ericsson Drive Competitive Advantage in the Managed Services Market
ABI Research has affirmed Huawei and Ericsson are the ones to watch as the Network Managed Services market heads towardUSD18 billion by 2019. Their economies of scale and performance advantages reinforce and grow their dominant market positions. This groundbreaking research reviews over 50 managed service portfolio line items, factors in 10 major performance areas, and aggregates into three game-changing strategies for leadership: Operational Excellence, Product Differentiation, and Customer Intimacy.Source: Cellular-news [/column] [column]
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Nokia Announces Finnish and Saudi LTE-A Rollouts
Nokia Networks has claimed advancements in LTE-A network deployment by demonstrating live network speeds and data transmission rates of up to 300 Mbps on TeliaSonera’s LTE network in Helsinki. By utilizing FDD/TDD technology, it is claiming carrier aggregation of the 1800 and 2600 MHz frequency bands for the Finnish operator. It has also announced carrier aggregation cooperation with Saudi Arabian telco STC, with compatibility with commercial chipsets, on the same frequency bands.Source: Telecoms.com [/column] [column]
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Ericsson and Econet Wireless Sign Five-year Network Upgrade Contract
Ericsson has been selected as the sole supplier by Zimbabwe’s largest provider of telecommunications services, Econet Wireless, for the company’s Core network upgrade program. The deal will see the companies working together to simplify and upgrade the existing 2G/3G/4G/LTE networks, future proofing it for the rapid mobile expansion in the country.Source: Cellular-news [/column] [column]
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ZTE and China Mobile Complete Test of Pre5G Massive MIMO Base Station
ZTE has completed pre commercial field testing of the world’s first pre5G 3D Massive MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output) base stations in partnership with China Mobile.Source: Cellular-news [/column] [column]
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Ericsson, Telstra and Qualcomm Achieve 450 Mbps on Commercial E2E LTE Solution
Ericsson says that it has completed the commercialization milestone for the end to end LTE A Carrier Aggregation solution capable of supporting data speeds up to 450Mbps.Source: Cellular-news [/column] [column]
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Huawei and Telenor Group Sign Five Year RAN Agreement
Norway’s Telenor Group has inked a five-year deal with Chinese vendor Huawei under which the latter will supply radio access network (RAN) equipment and professional services. This Global Frame Agreement will reportedly focus on modernizing existing 2G and 3G networks while also providing Telenor’s subsidiaries with ‘leading 2G, 3G and 4G technologies through Huawei’s innovative solutions and professional services’.Source: TeleGeography
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