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Pakistani mobile operator Mobilink and QMobile launched two Jazz X smartphones – the JS-1 and JS-7. Under the terms of the partnership deal, QMobile will manufacture more Jazz X handsets for Mobilink, and will serve as the brand’s official distributor across Pakistan. The Jazz X JS-1 dual SIM smartphone features 1.0 GHz MTK Quad-Core processor, 8GB ROM/512MB RAM, and runs on Android Lollipop 5.1 OS. It also comes with GPS support and 1400 mAh battery. The smartphone has a 4-inch capacitive touch screen, and 2-megapixel rear camera. Pakistan ended May with 133.4 million mobile subscribes, up from 132.6 million in April, according to data from Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA). Mobile operator Mobilink led the Pakistani mobile market with over 38.9 million mobile customers at end-May, followed by Telenor (37.9 million), CMPak (25.1 million), Ufone (20.3 million) and Warid (11.1 million). Tower company Awal Telecom has signed an agreement with Pakistan mobile operator Mobilink. Under the terms of the contract, Mobilink’s rollout plans will leverage Awal Telecom’s network infrastructure. The multi-year deal is expected to enable Mobilink to expand its network, in particular in remote/rural areas.

The Government of South Korea creates startup accelerator K-Startup Grand Challenge. The startups from all of the world can participate in the program. K-Startup Grand Challenge is organized by Ministry of Science, ICT and Future Planning in partnership with SparkLabs, DEV Korea, ActnerLab and Shift. The objective of the K-Startup Grand Challenge is to promote the expansion of an open entrepreneurship ecosystem in Asia and to assist in South Korea’s evolution into a prominent start-up business hub in the region. Uzbekistan mobile operator Ucell has introduced a promotion for new prepaid subscribers. Customers can connect to prepaid services from Ucell in its for UZS 1,000 payment. The promotion is valid until the end of the year. Tajikistan mobile operator Babilon-Mobile has opened its new retail outlet and services centre in Dushanbe. The new shop is based in the neighbourhood of the central market in the capital city, close to the headquarters of the operator. Babilon-Mobile currently owns two services centres in Dushanbe, and its regional branches are also based in Khulyab, Kurgan-Tyube, Khudzhand and Khorog. Kyrgyzstan mobile operator Nur Telecom, working under the O! brand, has expanded the coverage of its network. Fifteen base stations have been built in the Chuy, Jalal-Abad and Issyk-Kul regions. New LTE base stations have been deployed in the city of Bishkek, in the settlements of Voyennaya-Antonovka, Prigorodnoye, Nizhny-Orok, Selektsionnoye and Tynchtyk in the Chuy region. Mobile operator Kar-Tel, working under the Beeline Kazakhstan brand, has launched its LTE network in the city of Astana. The network has been deployed using the 800 MHz band. The services have become available in a pilot area in the capital city, and follows earlier LTE trials in parts of the cities of Almaty, Aksay and Uralsk. Azerbaijan mobile operator Nar has added a new roaming area to its ‘One Area – One Rate’ system. The ‘Neighbouring Countries’ area includes Georgia, Russia, Turkey, Iran and Kazahstan. The operator has introduced an 80 percent discount for roaming rates in those states.

Qualcomm announced at Computex 2016 that its subsidiary, Qualcomm Technologies, is extending its flagship QCA401x connectivity products with the new QCA4012 chip. The new product brings dual band Wi-Fi, enhanced security, low power, and a small size. Qualcomm Technologies also announced the expansion of the QCA401x software ecosystem to include support for HomeKit, Google Weave and AllJoyn, as well as new cloud providers. US chip giant Intel seems to have scored a major win over rival Qualcomm in the smartphone modem market, according to a report from Bloomberg.Apparently Apple will use Intel modem chips for iPhones that will use the AT&T network in the US as well as some other unidentified overseas markets. This will mark the most significant mobile win for Intel since it acquired modem-maker Infineon back in 2011, but shouldn’t be confused with the mobile CPU market, which Intel has pretty much given up on. Mobile chip giant Qualcomm has unveiled what is calls a ‘5G New Radio (NR) prototype system and trial platform,’ which is positioned as a test-bed for driving the 3GPP 5G air interface standard.The 5G NR platform is focused on frequencies below 6 GHz, which would incorporate the current licensed bands. 5G is also expected to make extensive use of bands above 6 GHz to accommodate the significantly higher bandwidth that will be required to support speeds expected to be in excess of 1 Gbps. Qualcomm also has a millimeter wave test system that uses the 28 GHz band.

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Mobilink, QMobile launch two Jazz X 3G smartphones

Pakistani mobile operator Mobilink and QMobile launched two Jazz X smartphones – the JS-1 and JS-7. Under the terms of the partnership deal, QMobile will manufacture more Jazz X handsets for Mobilink, and will serve as the brand’s official distributor across Pakistan.
The Jazz X JS-1 dual SIM smartphone features 1.0 GHz MTK Quad-Core processor, 8GB ROM/512MB RAM, and runs on Android Lollipop 5.1 OS. It also comes with GPS support and 1400 mAh battery. The smartphone has a 4-inch capacitive touch screen, and 2-megapixel rear camera.
Source:Telecom paper

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South Korea launches K-Startup Grand Challenge

The Government of South Korea creates startup accelerator K-Startup Grand Challenge. The startups from all of the world can participate in the program.
K-Startup Grand Challenge is organized by Ministry of Science, ICT and Future Planning in partnership with SparkLabs, DEV Korea, ActnerLab and Shift.
Source: Uz Daily
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Stanchart launches mobile banking in 8 African countries

Standard Chartered Bank has launched its mobile and online banking platform to 1 million clients across eight African markets. Clients will enjoy a consistent online experience across laptops, tablets or mobile phones, and the convenience of banking from the location of their choice. After the rollout to Botswana, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe in the first half of 2016, the bank said it will launch fingerprint recognition technology in these markets later in the year, giving clients a more secure and convenient way to log in to their accounts.
Source: Telecom Paper
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Ucell starts promo for new prepaid customers

Uzbekistan mobile operator Ucell has introduced a promotion for new prepaid subscribers. Customers can connect to prepaid services from Ucell in its for UZS 1,000 payment. The promotion is valid until the end of the year
Source: Telecompaper
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Babilon-Mobile expands retail chain

Tajikistan mobile operator Babilon-Mobile has opened its new retail outlet and services centre in Dushanbe. The new shop is based in the neighbourhood of the central market in the capital city, close to the headquarters of the operator. Babilon-Mobile currently owns two services centres in Dushanbe, and its regional branches are also based in Khulyab, Kurgan-Tyube, Khudzhand and Khorog.
Source: Telecompaper
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Orange launches new IP PoP in Amman

French telecom operator Orange has opened a very large-capacity IP Point of Presence (PoP) facility in Amman, Jordan. The facility will enhance the internet connectivity in the region by offering faster connection speeds and improved reliability for wholesale customers.
Source: Tradearabia
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UAE TRA takes step to end mobile data ‘bill shock’

The UAE Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has ordered major operators Etisalat and du to put a ceiling, or hard cap, on their respective mobile data bundles to protect consumers from unwittingly incurring disproportionately higher additional charges.

Source:Tradearabia
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MagtiCom secures 800MHz spectrum for LTE-A

Georgian telecoms operator MagtiCom has secured mobile spectrum in the 800MHz band through an auction held yesterday by the Georgian National Communications Commission (GNCC). The company says it will use the new frequencies, for which it paid GEL25.391 million (USD11.8 million), in combination with its existing 1800MHz spectrum to launch an LTE-Advanced (LTE-A) network.
In a separate announcement, MagtiCom revealed that it has signed an ‘Agreement on Sale of Independent Business Unit’ with Caucasus Online, after reaching a deal to acquire the ISP’s retail operating assets earlier this year. The process of handing over the corporate and retail service assets to MagtiCom is scheduled to begin from 1 August and is expected to be completed by the end of the year.
Source:Telegeography
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IDA sets 95% outdoor coverage target for 4G mobile services

Singapore’s telecoms regulator, the Infocomm Development Authority (IDA), has laid down strict 4G rollout targets for the city-state’s mobile operators, requiring that they provide coverage of more than 95% of outdoor areas from July this year, rising to over 99% in July 2017 and more than 99% of tunnels by July 2018. The IDA has announced its rollout guidelines amid growing calls for strengthened regulation, noting that by January 2019 it expects 4G licensees to have boosted in-building signal coverage to more than 85%. Furthermore, the watchdog says that any new network operators will also have to adhere to the new standards, although they will be given more time to deploy their networks.
Source: Telegeography
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GSMA announces 2016 Asia Mobile Awards nominees

The GSMA has announced the nominees for the 2016 Asia Mobile Awards. Winners of the inaugural ‘AMO Awards’ will be honoured at the Asia Mobile Awards Ceremony and Dinner Reception in Shanghai on 29 June. The AMO Awards are an integral element of Mobile World Congress Shanghai, which will be held 29 June through 1 July at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC).
Source:Telecompaper
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Tower Talk: a guide to the week’s major cell site developments

State-owned cellco Saudi Telecom Company (STC) is mulling the sale of its telecom towers as a means to diversify revenues and improve efficiency, Bloomberg writes, citing CEO Khaled Bin Hussain Biyari. Under the plan, STC would spin off its towers into a new entity, which would then sell off the portfolio.
Source: Telegeography
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Nur Telecom continues network expansion in several places

Kyrgyzstan mobile operator Nur Telecom, working under the O! brand, has expanded the coverage of its network. Fifteen base stations have been built in the Chuy, Jalal-Abad and Issyk-Kul regions. New LTE base stations have been deployed in the city of Bishkek, in the settlements of Voyennaya-Antonovka, Prigorodnoye, Nizhny-Orok, Selektsionnoye and Tynchtyk in the Chuy region.
Source:Telecompaper
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Megafon offers new packages as part of ‘All Inclusive’ line

Mobile operator Megafon Tajikistan has introduced new XS+ and XXS packages to its ‘All Inclusive’ line. The ‘All Inclusive XXS’ package costs TJS 5 and it provides unlimited on-net calls and fifteen minutes of monthly calls to other Tajikistan networks.
Source:Telecompaper
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Kar-Tel launches LTE network in Astana

Mobile operator Kar-Tel, working under the Beeline Kazakhstan brand, has launched its LTE network in the city of Astana. The network has been deployed using the 800 MHz band. The services have become available in a pilot area in the capital city, and follows earlier LTE trials in parts of the cities of Almaty, Aksay and Uralsk.
Source:Telecompaper
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Nar modifies roaming schedule

Azerbaijan mobile operator Nar has added a new roaming area to its ‘One Area – One Rate’ system. The ‘Neighbouring Countries’ area includes Georgia, Russia, Turkey, Iran and Kazahstan. The operator has introduced an 80 percent discount for roaming rates in those states.
Source:Telecompaper
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Beeline Uzbekistan modifies rates

Mobile operator Beeline Uzbekistan has raised calls rates to its call-centre for corporate subscribers from the Buzton network. Calls to the premium telephone number of the call centre now totals USD 0.06 plus VAT; the rates of calls to other telephone numbers of the call-centre will amount to USD 0.02 plus VAT.
Source:Telecompaper
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T-Mobile US testing tri-band CA in Dallas

T-Mobile US is currently testing tri-band carrier aggregation (3C) LTE technology in Dallas, Texas, using the 700MHz, 1900MHz and 2100MHz bands. According to Fierce Wireless, which cites information from T-Mobile subscribers based in the city, the 3C trial has yielded downlink transmission speeds of around 60Mbps. The tests remain unofficial for now, however, with a company spokesperson telling the website: ‘We’ve been doing some advanced LTE field trials in the area, but don’t have anything to announce yet.’
Source: Telegeography
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Beeline opens new sales office in Urgench

Communication operator Beeline launched a new exclusive office in Urgench, the press service of the company said. Refat Nizamutdinov, director of the Western Regional Branch of Unitel, said that the priority of the operatot to develop external trade network and ensure high level of services. Opening of new office in Urgench is an important step in this direction and it will allow local citizens to assess advanced services of Beeline.
Source: Uz Daily
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Armentel enables service payments on EasyPay terminals

Mobile operator Armentel, working under the Beeline Armenia brand, is providing customers with a facility to pay for its services on EasyPay terminals, reports Arka.am. Over 500 EasyPay terminals are available in Armenia. Russian operator Vimpelcom, working under the Beeline brand, owns 100 percent of Armentel.
Source:Telecompaper
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Ucell runs SMS promotion

Uzbekistan mobile operator Ucell, controlled by the TeliaSonera group, has introduced a seaonal SMS Wave promotion. Customers buying daily on-net SMS bundles are being offered double the amount of text messages. It is providing 40 SMS in the cheapest bundle at USD 0.15, and 60 text messages cost USD 0.20.The dearest package supplies 100 SMS for USD 0.30. The promotion is valid until 28 August.
Source:Telecompaper
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Megacom stops providing CSD services for retail subscribers

Kyrgyzstan mobile operator Megacom has announced that it plans to stop providing services over the СSD (Circuit-Switched Data) technology for retail subscribers from 20 June. The services will be accessible for corporate subscribers of the operator only.
Source:Telecompaper
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SpeedCast integrates with Inmarsat’s Fleet Xpress

Hong Kong-based SpeedCast International, a global satellite communications and network service provider, has now made available Inmarsat’s Fleet Xpress service as part of its global Maritime Satellite Services portfolio.
Batelco, GCCIA launch Gulf network
Bahrain-based Batelco, a leading telecom group, launched Batelco Gulf Network (BGN) in cooperation with the Gulf Cooperation Council Interconnection Authority (GCCIA) offering high bandwidth and capacity.

Source: Tradearabia
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Mobily launches new SIM validity system

Mobily, a leading telecom services operator, has announced the new SIM validity system for all prepaid customers.This will provide the subscriber permanent validity based on activity rather than recharge only, as it was followed earlier. The new validity system will be applied on both new and existing subscribers in prepaid packages.
Source:Tradearabia
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All Existing Phones Should Have Panic Button Feature, Says DoT

Mobile manufacturers have been asked to install a software in all existing phones to provide for a panic button like feature at the press of one single number to help users in case of emergency.
The latest direction from the DoT follows an earlier order requiring handset makers to install panic button in all new phones to be sold January 1, 2017 onwards.
Source:ndtv.com
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Mobily Offers Double “Neqaty” Points through 5 of Its Partners during Ramadan

Mobily launched its latest promotion in the holy month of Ramadan in a move to support the diversity of “Neqaty” program, one of the best customer loyalty programs in the region in terms of added value and continuous high-interaction of subscribers.
Source: Eyeofriyadh
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MVNO Monday: a guide to the week’s virtual operator developments

Google’s Project Fi MVNO has announced that it has added a third network partner to its virtual offer, in the shape of US Cellular. Since its launch in April 2015, users of the ‘Wi-Fi first’ Project Fi have had access to the Sprint and T-Mobile US networks, switching between the two networks when Wi-Fi – the service’s default – is not available.
Source: Telegeography
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Ukrainian operators pick equipment from Chinese producers

Ukrainian mobile operator Kyivstar announced that it plans to replace the equipment on all its base stations in the city of Kiev and its suburbs, reports BizLigaNet. Work started on 06 June and over 1,000 base stations will be upgraded. The equipment from Ericsson will be replaced by equipment from Huawei.
Source:Telecompaper
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VivaCell offers cheap smartphones with Startphone contracts

Armenian mobile operator VivaCell, a subsidiary of Russian mobile operator MTS, has expanded its promotion for subscribers of its Startphone tariff. Customers signing a subscription contract for 24 months are being offered the HTC M9+ or BLU Pure XL smartphones for AMD 1. The tariff provides5,000 minutes of monthly on-net calls and 100 minutes of calls to other Armenian networks, as well as 15 GB mobile internet traffic volume, for AMD 17,500 per month.
Source:Telecompaper
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Middle East Partners Take Centre Stage at InfiNet Wireless’

InfiNet Wireless, the global leader in fixed broadband wireless solutions for Mobile operators, Internet service providers, video surveillance and public safety solutions, recently held its 7th International Annual Partner Conference in Athens, Greece. The two-day event, which brought together more than 70 strategic partners from 24 countries including Algeria, Egypt, Kuwait, Lebanon, Morocco, Oman, Saudi Arabia and the UAE, was an opportunity for InfiNet to share its strategic direction and updated product roadmap with partners as well as recognize key achievers for their contributions over the past twelve months.
Source: EyeofRiyadh
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Robi launches roaming packs, traveler app

Bangladeshi mobile operator Robi has launched an international roaming service for its subscribers. The daily and weekly roaming packs are now available for Robi subscribers traveling to India, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Indonesia and Cambodia.
Source: Telecompaper
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Ooredoo Oman offers double data with Shahry Business Packs

Ooredoo Oman is offering free double data for new and migrating Shahry Business Pack customers in celebration of the Holy Month of Ramadan. For three months from 06 June, businesses of all sizes signing up for Shahry can use this offer. New customers opting for a two-year contract will receive double data for the next nine months on any of their four Shahry options.
Source:Telecompaper
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TRA plans 5G spectrum allocation and fast in-flight internet

UAE’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) is discussing plans to allocate new bandwidth compatible with fifth generation mobile networks, enable airlines to provide high-speed broadband internet connection during flights at lower costs, and develop a global maritime distress system. These initiatives were revealed during its participation at a recent seminar organised by the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) in Geneva.
Source:Telecompaper
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KT completes trial operation of PS-LTE infrastructure

South Korea’s KT Corp has announced the establishment and demonstration of what it claims is ‘the world’s first trial public safety long term evolution (PS-LTE) network’, the Korea Times reports. With this trial infrastructure said to have been constructed and operated with a view to preparing for the 2018 Winter Olympics, which will take place in PyeongChang, KT has also suggested the rollout will enable it to take a leading role in selling the technology in the global market.
Source:Telegeography
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Bakcell offers free rollover of unused bundle

Azerbaijan operator Bakcell has started offering customers free rollover of unused minutes, texts and data to the next month. The offer applies for Klass subscribers who pay their monthly bills on time. The Klass plans starts at AZN 5 per month.
Source: Telecom Paper
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CTU auctions off 1800MHz, 2600MHz frequencies to Czech incumbents

The Czech Telecommunication Office (Cesky telekomunikacni urad, CTU) has confirmed that the sale of the remaining frequencies in the 1800MHz and 2600MHz bands has been completed, with the three existing operators – O2, T-Mobile and Vodafone – agreeing to pay a total of CZK2.643 billion (USD109.967 million) for the seven blocks on offer; broken down, O2 agreed to pay CZK1.472 billion, T-Mobile CZK729.9 million and Vodafone CZK442.0 million.
Source:Telegeography
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Cameroon to deactivate all unidentified Sims from 30 June

La Cameroon Telecom Ministry said that all unidentified Sims in the country will be deactivated from 30 June, Ecofin reported. The date corresponds to the deadline mobile operators gave to their subscribers on the issue
Source: Telecom Paper
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Lifecell expands top-up network to Fora stores

Ukraine mobile operator Lifecell announced that customers can now top up at Fora shops around the country. Fora stores are available in 40 cities of Ukraine and will support instant top-ups for prepaid customers and bill payment for postpaid users. Customers pay a commission of UAH 2-4, depending on the amount of the top-up.
Source: Telecom Paper
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MPT launches mobile data top-up bonus promotion

Myanma Posts and Telecommunications (MPT) has launched a mobile data top-up bonus promotion. MPT customers will receive bonus internet megabytes for use over the weekend upon a Friday-recharge. The promo runs for 2 weeks.
Source: Telecompaper
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Mobily unveils Huawei P9 Plus in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia-based telecom firm Mobily has launched the Huawei P9 Plus, the latest smartphone from Huawei, to all its existing and new customers in the kingdom.
The Huawei P9 Plus smartphone has Android operating system and supports LTE networks. For design, Huawei equipped the device with a 5.5 inch touch screen and Gorilla Glass 4. It is available in four different colours – White, Rose, Gold and Silver.
Source:Trade Arabia
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CAMEL-roaming geography in Albania

The largest communications operator Beeline expanded a geography of CAMEL-roaming. The operator said that the cooperation agreement signed with Vodofone (Albania). Beeline subscribers can use CAMEL roaming. The service allows to use Beeline communication services at any positive balance, in other words without guarantee fee of US$50 and till the balance of subscriber reaches US$0.
Source: Uz Daily
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MTS offers free services for its bank card users

Russian mobile operator MTS has introduced a new offer to subscribers of its Smart, Smart+ and Smart Nonstop tariffs, reports Comnews.ru. Users of smartphones have been offered free voice and mobile internet services if they pay for purchases using the MTS Smart Money co-branded bank card.
Source:Telecompaper
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Ooredoo, Ericsson partner in new Oman data initiative

Ooredoo in Oman is set to start the trial of an innovative new telecommunications technology that addresses the anticipated surge in demand for data for video streaming, online gaming, social media and more across the sultanate. The first of its kind in the region, the trial will test Microwave Solutions in E-Band (80 Ghz) technology, or microwave backhauling, across Ooredoo’s recently completed nationwide fibre backbone,
Source: Trade Arabai
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Ucell marks its 8th anniversary in Uzbek market

Mobile operator COSCOM is marking the eighth anniversary of its operation under Ucell brand in Uzbekistan on 16 June. COSCOM started itwork in Uzbekistan in April 1996 and started to provide mobile communication services on GSM 900/1800 standards.
Source:Uz Daily
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Beeline modifies pack with LTE-modem

Russian mobile operator Vimpalcom, working under the Beeline brand, has modified internet options under its package containing an LTE-modem. From 24 June, the Highway package including 20 GB traffic volume will be offered to those buying the LTE-modem. The monthly payment for the package will remain unchanged at RUB 1,200.
Source:Telecompaper
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Pakistan passes 133 mln mobile subscribers milestone

Pakistan ended May with 133.4 million mobile subscribes, up from 132.6 million in April, according to data from Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA). Mobile operator Mobilink led the Pakistani mobile market with over 38.9 million mobile customers at end-May, followed by Telenor (37.9 million), CMPak (25.1 million), Ufone (20.3 million) and Warid (11.1 million).
Source:Phoneworld
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More Dream develops smartphone keyboard for Iranian users

South Korean software startup More Dream will launch a smartphone keyboard software for Iranian users in July. The product can support the user’s language with 41 characters, Yonhap news agency reports. The system is different from a QWERTY keyboard layout designed for 26 alphabet letters and 10-finger typing, More Dream said.
Source:Telecompaper
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Mobily launches unlimited 4G promotion

Etihad Etisalat (Mobily), a top telecom provider in Saudi Arabia, has launched new high speed 4G Unlimited Connect data packages at special promotional prices. The new Unlimited packages are compatible with Mobily’s enhanced 4G network and provides super-fast internet services in all major cities & towns of Saudi Arabia, a statement said.
Source:Tradearabia
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Egypt prices 4G licence at $398m

Orange Egypt said on Sunday that Egypt’s telecommunications regulator had set the price of a licence to provide fourth-generation mobile services at EGP3.54 billion ($398.6 million), half of which must be paid in dollars.
Source:Tradearabia
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Awal Telecom inks passive infrastructure deal with Mobilink Tower company Awal Telecom has signed an agreement with Pakistan mobile operator Mobilink. Under the terms of the contract, Mobilink’s rollout plans will leverage Awal Telecom’s network infrastructure. The multi-year deal is expected to enable Mobilink to expand its network, in particular in remote/rural areas.
Source:Telecompaper
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Uzbekistan optimizes rendering of electronic state services

The Government of Uzbekistan adopted a resolution “On measures on improving order of rendering electronic state services” on 2 June 2016. The document was adopted in order to execute the law of Uzbekistan “On electronic government”. The resolution determines measures on improving order of rendering electronic state services eliminating
Source:Uzdaily
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Azercell expands LTE network

Azerbaijan mobile operator Azercell deployed 177 new LTE base stations in the city of Baku and in the Absheron peninsula in January-May, reports Trend. The number should increase to 220 LTE base stations there by the end of the year. Currently, Azercell owns 480 LTE base stations in Baku and Absheron. Azercell also plans to start the expansion of its LTE network in other regions soon.
Source:Telecompaper
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Youth like messaging apps most but still use SMS, calls

Young consumers spend most time on messaging apps but still rate SMS and mobile calls as intrinsic to their communication habits, with internet calls gaining momentum particularly in Asia, Telenor revealed in a study conducted in November-December 2015 among mobile users aged 16-35 years in Thailand, Malaysia, Pakistan, Norway, Sweden, Serbia, and Hungary.
Source: Telecompaper
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Telefonica claims LATAM’s first fixed/mobile IMS VoLTE network

Telefónica and ZTE have set to work on constructing a unified fixed-mobile convergent IMS VoLTE network to support domestic and mobile HD calling. Calling it a first for Telefónica in LATAM, and specifically in the market of Peru, the carrier says the project also marks a continental first for both mobile and landline-ready VoLTE. It began with a fixed IMS network construction in 2015, and following its success Telefónica del Perú decided to launch the converged version in order to boost its competitive in the Latin America mobile internet industry.
Source: Telecoms
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Beeline provides 4G services in Tashkent

Communication operator Beeline carried out wide-scale launch of 4G network in Tashkent. The operator started to deploy 4G networks in the central districts of Tashkent city due to high concentration of LTE devices in the business center of the city. Independent speed-tests showed average speed did not decrease 20 Mbps. The highest speed-tests were recorded in the objects, which will host main events of the SCO.
Source: Uz Daily
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UMS launches 4G LTE network in Tashkent

Mobile operator Universal Mobile Systems (UMS) launched 4G LTE network in Tashkent on 20 June 2016. According to the operator, the network was deployed in the diapason of frequency of 800 MHz (Band 20). Compared to LTE 2500-2700 networks, this will allow to increase coverage by four times and ensure better penetration. The peak data rate can reach up to 70 Mbps.
Source: Uz Daily
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57% of global urban population still not connected to broadband

Research from the Wireless Broadband Alliance highlighted broadband connectivity is no longer a challenge reserved for rural areas, as 57% of the world’s urban population is currently unconnected. Initiatives to increase the number of people who have a consistent connection to the internet has predominantly focused around rural communities, though the report demonstrated there are still a number of advanced western cities who have higher numbers than maybe expected.
Source: Telecoms
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FCC USA unveils 5G spectrum plans

FCC USA chairman Tom Wheeler has announced plans to open up and formalize spectrum requirements for 5G in the US. Meanwhile, Europe is running a survey to begin looking at it. In a speech at the National Press Club, Wheeler outlined his views on what the 5G radio requirements will be, and what the FCC has proposed for making the vision into reality.
Source:Telecoms.com
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Bakcell offers free Facebook

Azerbaijan mobile operator Bakcell has introduced access to Facebook free for subscribers of its DogmaCin tariff. Free use of Facebook is possible over Facebook and Facebook Messenger applications, including data exchange in messages, images and files over the Facebook Messenger.
Source: Telecompaper
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Megafon Tajikistan launches LTE in Kurgan-Tuybe

Mobile operator Megafon Tajikistan has launched an LTE network in the city of in Kurgan-Tuybe, the centre of the Khatlon region. Up to 30 Mbps download and up to 20 Mbps upload speeds can now be used by customers there. LTE services from the operator can now be used in over 60 percent of the area in the city.
Source: Telecompaper
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Azercell launches prepaid promo for unlimited daily calls

Azerbaijan mobile operator Azercell has introduced to its prepaid SimSim subscribers a new voice services promotion. Daily packages with unlimited calls are offered for AZN 0.25. The promotion is valid for subscribers of the Bolge tariff line residing in regions, calls from the city of Baku and the Absheron peninsula aren’t covered by the promotion.
Source: Telecompaper
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Beeline expands CAMEL-roaming geography in Morocco

The largest communications operator Beeline expanded a geography of CAMEL-roaming. The operator said that the cooperation agreement signed with IAM (Morocco). Beeline subscribers can use CAMEL roaming. The service allows to use Beeline communication services at any positive balance, in other words without guarantee fee of US$50 and till the balance of subscriber reaches US$0.
Source: Uz Daily
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Megacom expands network in rural areas

Kyrgyzstan mobile operator Megacom has continued with the expansion of its network in rural areas across the country. In May, new base stations were deployed in the villages of Bar-Bulak and Chop-Kyzyl-Suu in the Issyk-Kul region, as well as in the settlement of Kek-Tash in the Batken region. Mobile services from the operator have now become available there.
Source:Telecompaper
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3 Hong Kong launches data plans for Apple SIM users

3 Hong Kong has introduced short-term mobile data plans for customers with Apple SIM supported models of iPad (iPad Pro, iPad Air 2, iPad mini 4 and iPad mini 3). Apple SIM enables iPad users to choose from a variety of data plans right from their own iPad. 3 Hong Kong 4G LTE data packages for Apple SIM users are available in two variants – Local Day Pass and Local Data Monthly Pass.
Source: Telecompaper
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Egypt may go for 4G licences auction

Egypt said on Thursday it will offer fourth-generation mobile licences in an international auction if they are not taken up by carriers already operating in the country.The sale of 4G licences is part of a long-awaited plan to reform Egyptian telecoms and the regulator has approached the three companies currently offering mobile services – Orange Egypt, Vodafone Egypt, and Etisalat about buying them.
Source:Tradearabia
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Vodafone Romania starts prepaid international offer campaign

Vodafone Romania launched a new offer for prepaid customers called ‘Bye bye distance’. Customers buying its ‘Extra offer 7’ get 500 international minutes within the EU, 10 GB of data and 2,000 units to use on calls, SMS or data.
Source:Telecompaper
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UAE telecom watchdog launches new iniatitive

The UAE Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has launched ‘Erteqa’ a new initiative which aims to increase the level of customer services across the telecoms sector in the country. It will adopt six major standards for the evaluation of customer service centers and several minor criteria including rating the ease and smoothness of service delivery and the customer’s experience with employees in terms of professionalism, efficiency and interaction.
Source:Tradearabia
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Digi launches Challenge for Change 7 mobile app contest

Digi Telecommunications (Digi) has launched the seventh edition of its Digi Challenge for Change (DigiCFC 7) programme. Malaysian public and local developer communities can create and build innovative mobile apps for social good. Open to all Malaysians, DigiCFC 7 is scheduled to start from mid-June until early October. The Challenge will be carried out through three main phases.
Source:Telecompaper
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Robi launches Hire Purchase Scheme for LG smartphones

Bangladeshi mobile operator Robi has introduced the ‘Hire Purchase Scheme’ (HPS) for LG smartphones. The offer enables Robi customers to buy LG handsets with Equated Monthly Instalment (EMI), also without using credit cards. These offers will be available at all the LG-Butterfly authorized stores across Bangladesh.
Source: Telecompaper
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Facebook lobbies FCC for 5G spectrum sharing

Following the FCC’s announcement over 5G spectrum allocation proposals, Facebook has written a filing requesting an open and share-based spectrum policy. Facebook’s wireless intentions have been made sufficiently clear in recent months following the announcement of its Terragraph Infrsatrcuture Project (TIP) in which it has been developing a wireless mesh network capable of providing connectivity in the >28 GHz millimetre wave bands.
Source: Telecoms
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3GPP completes standardization of NB-IoT

Telecoms standardization body 3GPP has announced is has completed the standardization of the NB-IoT narrowband radio technology designed specifically for IoT use.The formal NB-IoT specification is part of Release 13 (LTE-A Pro), and means that the technologies comprising NB-IoT, which include eMTC and EC-GSM-IoT (2G), are now frozen and any additional tweaks to the standard will need to be fully backward-compatible.
Source: Telecoms
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Zain Bahrain launches mobile deal for social media

Zain Bahrain, a leading telecom operator in Bahrain, has launched its new postpaid packages for mobiles, which allows customers to consume social media applications without any data charges beyond their initial subscriptions.
Source:Tradearabia
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Batelco wins ISO certification in Business Continuity

Bahrain-based Batelco, a leading digital communications solutions operator, has received the ISO Certification in Business Continuity (ISO 22301:2012), making it the first telecom company in the Kingdom to win the recognition.
Source:Tradearabia
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Mobile phone trends display dramatic shift to texting

Both intensity in mobile phone usage and ownership rates are increasing―in some categories more than doubling―pointing to a dramatic shift towards non-voice communications such as text and instant messaging (IM), a report said.
Source:Tradearabia
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Mobily offers 3GB free for fingerprint registeration

Leading Saudi-based telecom operator Mobily has launched a new scheme under which all its subscribers will get 3GB free after registering their fingerprint for data SIM cards.The offer comes from Bayanat Al Oula, a subsidiary company of Mobily
Source:Tradearabia
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LG Uplus demos solar-powered LTE base station in Daegwallyeong

South Korea’s LG Uplus has demonstrated its energy self-sufficient LTE network base stations for mountainous and remote island areas, the Korea Times reports. Showing off the technology at a base station at the Sky Ranch in Daegwallyeong, Gangwon Province, the telco claimed that the system, which integrates LG Electronics’ solar panels and LG Chem’s energy storage system (ESS) batteries, would not only improve network conditions in remote radio shadow zones but also minimise environmental damage. The demo facility in Daegwallyeong is LG Uplus’ fourth solar-powered LTE base station; the cellco established and began testing the same systems at Mount Gyeryong and Mount Oseo in South Chungcheong Province last year.
Source:Telegeography
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Austrian 4G SIMs exceeded one million in 4Q15

The number of active 4G SIM cards in Austria more than doubled in the fourth quarter of 2015, with the total exceeding the one million milestone during the three-month period. According to the quarterly statistics report published by the Regulatory Authority for Broadcasting & Telecoms (RTR), the country ended December 2015 with 1.01 million LTE-enabled SIM cards, up from 440,000 three months earlier and just 162,000 as of 31 December 2014.
Source:Telegeography
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Nepal to open up 1800MHz band for 4G

The government of Nepal has begun the process of converting existing wireless licences to technology neutral permits, enabling operators to use their current 1800MHz frequency holdings to offer 4G LTE services. A report from the Kathmandu Post says the Ministry of Information and Communications (MoIC) has already decided to adopt a technology neutral approach and has called on the industry regulator, the Nepal Telecommunications Authority (NTA), to devise an action plan for the conversion of licences. The Ministry is expecting that the country’s two mobile operators – Ncell and Nepal Telecom (NT) – will be free to launch 4G services as early as the middle of next month.

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Uzmobile chooses Nemo tools from Anite

Uzbekistan mobile operator Uzmobile, a subsidiary of the national operator Uztelecom, has chosen Nemo Outdoor, Nemo Invex II, Nemo FSR1, Nemo Analyze and Nemo Commander tools from the company Anite, a subsidiary of Keysight Technologies. Uzmobile provides services over the CDMA450,EV-DO, GSM, WCDMA and LTE-A technologies. Uzmobile will use Anite’s Nemo Drive Testing and Benchmarking tools to test its network quality.
Source: Telecompaper
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CDMA Uzbekistan launches services management app

Mobile operator CDMA Uzbekistan, working under the Perfectum Mobile brand, has introduced its Perfectum services management mobile application for Android-based devices. The application enables customers to check their handset balance and manage services. The free application is available for download on Google Play, and a version for iOS-based devices is planned to launch soon. The application can be used by consumer subscribers only.
Source: Telecompaper
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UAE readies communication satellite for launch

The Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) and the American University of Sharjah (AUS) have announced the completion of the design and building of the communication Nanosatellite, Nayif-1.
Source: Tradearabia
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Tmcell launches new Senin Ulgamyn 1 tariff

Turkmenistan mobile operator Altyn Asyr, working under the Tmcell brand, has introduced its new ‘Senin Ulgamyn 1’ tariff. The cost to transfer to the new tariff is TMT 5, and the daily subscription is TMT 0.20. The offer provides outgoing on-net calls for TMT 0.10 per 10 minutes, calls to other Turkmenistan networks for TMT 0.14 per minute, on-net SMS at TMT 0.08, and mobile internet for TMT 0.07 per MB.
Source: Telecompaper
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UMS claims 10,000 LTE users

Uzbekistan mobile operator UMS, a joint venture of the Uzbekistan government and the Russian mobile operator MTS, announced that over 10,000 subscribers currently use its LTE services, reports Gazeta.uz. UMS launched its LTE network in the city of Tashkent a week ago.
Source: Telecompaper

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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CTIA Super Mobility
Sands Expo, Las Vegas
7th September 2016 – 9th September 2016
CTIA’s flagship event is an inspiring convergence of EVERYTHING WIRELESS, assembling the entire wireless ecosystem in one smart, connected space. Super Mobility 2016 features compelling keynotes, education sessions, dozens of co-located industry Partner Events and exhibits representing vertical markets and the latest mobile innovations.
Please visit:http://www.ctiasupermobility2016.com/
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IBC2016
RAI Amsterdam
9th September 2016 – 13th September 2016
IBC is the premier annual event for professionals engaged in the creation, management and delivery of entertainment and news content worldwide.
Please visit:http://www.ibc.org/
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Telco Big Data US
Las Vegas
9th September 2016 – 9th September 2016
Building on the success of the 2015 event, Informa Telecoms & Media are delighted to announce the 3rd annual Telco Data Analytics USA – North America’s only data analytics event solely focussed on the telecommunications ecosystem. Due to the unprecedented success of the 2015 event, this year will see TDA USA take place on not one, but two, days of the CTIA’s Super Mobility Week!
Please visit:https://tdausa-event.com/
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VSAT 2015
London, UK
13th September 2016 – 16th September 2016
Join us in London on the 13 – 16 September for the 19th Annual VSAT Global show. Presented in partnership with Comsys and the GVF, VSAT Global will be a week of debates, discussions and knowledge-sharing around the biggest issues shaping the satellite industry.
Please visit:https://vsatevent.com/
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Nigeria Com
Lagos Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos Nigeria
21st September 2016 – 22nd September 2016
STRENGTHENING THE NETWORKS & ICT OF DIGITAL NIGERIA
The Largest Dedicated Digital Event in the Region
Please visit:https://tmt.knect365.com/nigeria-com/
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LTE Asia
Suntec, Singapore
26th September 2016 – 28th September 2016
The LTE and 5G World Series is a collection of leading events, designed to help mobile operators/carriers from around the world discover new ways to serve their customers with more effective and profitable services
Please visit:https://5gworldseries.com/asia/
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Internet of Things World Europe
Maritim proArte Hotel, Berlin, Germany
26th September 2016 – 28th September 2016
A cutting edge global speaker line-up from the world’s leading corporations and innovative businesses.
Please visit:https://iotworldeurope.com/
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5G World Asia
Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
26th September 2016 – 28th September 2016
The LTE and 5G World Series is a collection of leading events, designed to help mobile operators/carriers from around the world discover new ways to serve their customers with more effective and profitable services
Please visit:https://5gasiaevent.com/about-lte-asia/
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Service Delivery Innovation Summit
Millennium Gloucester, London
27th September 2016 – 28th September 2016
Three of our leading industry conferences dedicated to service innovation, monetisation and diversification have just come together under one roof! With the increasing popularity of over the top applications and the decreased use of traditional voice services, operators are dedicated to finding new services and verticals in order to remain relevant to their fast paced consumers.
Please visit:https://serviceinnovationevent.com/
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Network Virtualization and SDN Asia
Singapore
27th September 2016 – 28th September 2016
SDN has the potential to improve network performance, flexibility and manageability, increase the pace of innovation through software instead of hardware and establish an open environment for delivering high value game changing applications for customers. NV & SDN Asia will examine network virtualization as a disruptive technology, its cost implications and its impact on the industry as a whole.
Please visit:https://asia.sdnworldevent.com/
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CDN World Summit
RADISSON BLU PORTMAN HOTEL, LONDON
4th October 2016 – 6th October 2016
Content Delivery World is the leading event looking at new technologies for video distribution over IP Networks.
Please visit:https://tmt.knect365.com/content-delivery-world/
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LTE Voice Summit
London
4th October 2016-6th October 2016
The 4th annual LTE Voice Summit 2016 addresses current challenges and issues from live deployments, and defines next steps for VoLTE services.The summit also concentrates on how operators can leverage VoLTE networks to protect critical voice revenues from attrition, and how partnering with OTT players would be beneficial. Along with additional services such as HD Voice + introducing Video!
Please visit:https://voice.lteconference.com/
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Broadband World Forum
ExCeL, London
18th October 2016 – 20th October 2016
The recognised annual meeting for industry leaders in broadband
Please visit:https://tmt.knect365.com/bbwf/
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SON
Kensington Close Hotel, London
18th October 2016 – 19th October 2016
SON 2016 is the only gathering of its kind, and year on year provides unique insights and networking opportunities for industry professionals getting to grips with SON. Benefit from 2 days of intensive content on SON, plus a pre-conference Summit focused on C-RAN. From presentations to interactive debates to interactive roundtables, and build contacts in the dedicated networking time (more than 12 hours in all) thanks to our drinks reception, Speed Networking, VIP dinner, 1-2-1 pre-arranged meetings, online networking tool, hosted lunch tables, and more.
Please visit:https://son-conference.com/
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36th GITEX Technology Week 16 -20 Oct 2016

GITEX is hosting the most global startup movement in Dubai
The GITEX STARTUP MOVEMENT aims to bring together the world’s most exciting Startups, Corporates, Governments, Investors and change-makers to enable the success of entrepreneurs and the impact on our lives.
Please visit:http://www.gitex.com/startups/

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Internet of Things Security
BOSTON, USA
18th October 2016 – 19th October 2016
At a time when our secrets are only a passcode or swipe away, security is the #1 concern of every consumer in our modern connected world. As technology advances and dependence on our smart devices increases, are we putting ourselves at risk every time we tap our touch screen? The 2nd Annual IoT Security Summit is the first event dedicated to the key security and privacy issues surrounding IoT and will address the most crucial challenges that inevitably arise from managing the data associated with an ever increasing amount of connected devices and appliances.
Please visit:https://iotsecurityevent.com/
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TV Connect MENA
The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi
31st October 2016 – 1st November 2016
Returning in 2015 for the eighth edition, TV Connect MENA is the premier networking event for senior level executives across the connected entertainment industry spanning the Middle East, North Africa and Turkey.
Please visit:https://mena.tvconnectevent.com/
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Telecoms.com Awards
The Tower Hotel, London E1W 1LD
2nd November 2016 – 2nd November 2016
Now in their 4th year, the newly re-branded ‘Global Telecoms Awards’ produced by Telecoms.com, have quickly become established as a key event for the industry calendar.The awards recognise innovation and excellence in the global communications industry. They bring together the most successful and innovative companies with the most senior and influential executives for the ultimate celebration of the communications industry.
Please visit:https://awards.telecoms.com/
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Critical Communications Middle East
Dubai World Trade Centre
7th November 2016 – 8th November 2016
In its 4th year CCMENA moves to a new venue in the Dubai World Trade Centre to cater for the record attendance and record number of exhibitors from 2015. 2016 will draw over 1000 critical communications professionals from the region and over 50 of the leading solution providers.
Please visit:https://tmt.knect365.com/critical-communications-mena/
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OTTtv World Summit
Inmarsat – 99 City Road, London, UK
8th November 2016 – 10th November 2016
The OTTtv World Summit is the only global event that delves into the strategic and practical aspects of OTT video services.
Please visit:https://tmt.knect365.com/otttv-world-summit/
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5G World North America
Dallas, Texas
14th November 2016 – 16th November 2016
The Annual 5G North America summit is the industry’s meeting point to discuss the present and future of cellular networks in the region.
2015′s event saw keynote presentations from the likes of AT&T, Sprint, Verizon, FirstNet the FCC, and attracted the entire cellular ecosystem to build the next generations of LTE networks.
Please visit:https://americas.lteconference.com/
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TV Connect Africa
Cape Town Convention Centre, South Africa
15th November 2016 – 17th November 2016
The most influential senior level discussion group focused on the monetisation of African video content in the new digital and pay-TV age.
Please visit:https://tmt.knect365.com/tv-connect-africa/
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AfricaCom
Cape Town Convention Centre, Cape Town
15th November 2016 – 17th November 2016
Over the past 19 years we’ve worked closely with our community to build the biggest and best tech event in Africa. Now it’s time to up the ante. We see an exciting opportunity to elevate AfricaCom to become a powerful vehicle for digital transformation, economic development and social empowerment. It’s an ambitious vision, so how do we get there?
Please visit:https://tmt.knect365.com/africacom/
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LTE Africa
Cape Town
15th November 2016 – 17th November 2016
The 4th annual LTE Africa gathers executives from across the globe for three days of exciting talks, live demos and interactive debates on how LTE is evolving in Africa.Co-located with the 19th annual AfricaCom conference, LTE Africa brings together the most senior speaker line-up to date to discuss topics including; LTE deployment, LTE monetization, service innovation, devices for LTE, network optimisation and more.
Please visit:https://africa.lteconference.com/
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Apps World
Excel, London
19th November 2016 – 20th November 2016
Apps World is the only event to focus on apps from conception, investment and startup through to design and development and marketing. With this focus it will bring together the whole Apps development chain, including startups, investors, developers and brands.
Please visit:https://world.apps-world.net/
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Carrier Network Virtualization
6-8 December 2016 Crowne Plaza, Palo Alto, California
6th December 2016 – 8th December 2016
Carrier Network Virtualization moves to Santa Clara for 2016! Due to the exciting growth plans for the show we’re moving to a larger venue and look forward to you joining us there! The event will once again bring together the virtualization community to discuss and evaluate the steps needed to further deployments of both SDN & NFV, featuring the Mobile Edge Computing Focus day and the Intel Network Builders workshop. Taking place in the heartland of virtualization solutions, the show will included dedicated sessions on Business Models and Evolution, Industry Openness and Collaboration, Management and Orchestration, Monetization and Quality Assurance.
Please visit:https://carriernetworkvirtualization.com/
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Smart Cities Summit
Boston
6th December 2016 – 7th December 2016
Municipalities all over the world are facing increasing pressures to grow, innovate and transform in order to become more sustainable, improve resilience, meet citizens’ demand and expectations, as well as to attract investment and new businesses! With increasing urbanization putting added pressure on governments to innovate, the concept of the Smart City is a hugely attractive principle for city officials, citizens and the private sector.
Please visit:https://smartcitiesevent.com/
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GENERAL
2G Network GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Network HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100
4G Network LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 20(800)
DATA GPRS/EDGE/Speed/WLAN/BLUE TOOTH/ USB/
Operating System Android OS, v5.1 (Lollipop)
Chipset Exynos 7420
CPU Quad-core Cortex-A53, Quad-core Cortex-A57

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[/column] [column] Name Huawei Honor 5C
GENERAL
2G Network GSM 900 / 1800 / 1900 – SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G Network HSDPA 900 / 2100 – NEM-UL10
4G Network LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 38(2600), 39(1900), 40(2300), 41(2500)
DATA GPRS/EDGE/Speed/WLAN/BLUE TOOTH/ USB/
Operating System Android V6.0 (Marshmallow)
Chipset HiSilicon Kirin 650
CPU 2.0 GHz Quad-Core-core, 1.7 GHz Quad-Core Cortex-A53
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[/column] [column] Name QMobile Noir Z9 Plus
GENERAL
2G Network GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 – SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G Network WCDMA (900 / 2100)
4G Network LTE
DATA GPRS/EDGE/Speed/WLAN/BLUE TOOTH/ USB/
Operating System Android V5.1 (Lollipop)
CPU 1.3 GHZ Octa-Core Processor

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[/column] [column] Name Infinix Zero 3
GENERAL
2G Network GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Network HSDPA
4G Network LTE
DATA GPRS/EDGE/Speed/WLAN/BLUE TOOTH/ USB/
Operating System Android V5.1 (Lollipop)
CPU 2.0 GHz Octa-Core
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Qualcomm unveils dual-band Wi-Fi chip for IoT

Qualcomm announced at Computex 2016 that its subsidiary, Qualcomm Technologies, is extending its flagship QCA401x connectivity products with the new QCA4012 chip. The new product brings dual band Wi-Fi, enhanced security, low power, and a small size. Qualcomm Technologies also announced the expansion of the QCA401x software ecosystem to include support for HomeKit, Google Weave and AllJoyn, as well as new cloud providers.
Source: Telecom Paper
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Microsoft sells 1,500 patents to Xiaomi

Microsoft Corp is selling about 1,500 of its patents to Chinese device maker Xiaomi, a rare departure for the US company and part of what the two companies say is the start of a long-term partnership. The deal, announced on Wednesday, also includes a patent cross-licensing arrangement and a commitment by Xiaomi to install copies of Microsoft software, including Office and Skype, on its phones and tablets.
Source: Trade Arabia
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BT launches mobile contracts with smartphones

BT has launched new postpaid mobile phone contracts with the latest phones from the big brands in a move to expand its presence in the consumer mobile market. The broadband operator which launched Sim-only mobile services just over a year ago has now entered the postpaid segment.
Source: Telecompaper
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Huawei wants to be the number-one smartphone maker in world

China’s Huawei Technologies Co. aims to overtake Samsung Electronics and Apple within the next five years to become the world’s biggest smartphone maker, Richard Yu, the head of the company’s consumer-electronics business, said at the Converge technology conference hosted by The Wall Street Journal and f.ounders.
Source:Uzdaily
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AT&T invites Nokia to join 5G party

AT&T has announced that it is now working with Finnish vendor Nokia to expand its 5G laboratory trials. In addition to the 5G tests that are ongoing in Austin, Texas, the telco has begun system and software architecture lab work in Middletown, New Jersey; Atlanta, Georgia; and San Ramon, California. AT&T says that its 5G trial approach will ultimately help deliver a cost-effective wireless experience built with software-defined networking (SDN), data analytics, security and open source software to quickly adapt to new consumer and business demands.
Source: Telegeography
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Samsung expands partnership with Ubiquitech

Samsung Electronics has expanded its worldwide partnership with Denmark-based Ubiquitech, an independent software vendor, for its print management solutions.Ubiquitech’s software has been certified by Samsung for its multi-function printer (MFP) solutions, including the MultiXpress series with a Smart UX Center based on Android, said a statement from the company.
Source: Trade Arabia
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Gitex Technology Week to spotlight drones, robotics

Robotics and drones will demonstrate how the supply chain is evolving at the upcoming Gitex Technology Week, the largest technology exchange and marketplace for Middle East & Africa, in Dubai, UAE.
Source: Trade Arabia
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Lenovo Unveils World’s First Tango-Enabled Smartphone – PHAB2 Pro

Unlike any other phone, the PHAB2 Pro, powered by Tango technology – a set of sensors and software from Google that senses and maps its surroundings – makes a host of cutting-edge smartphone augmented reality (AR) experiences possible. For example, using AR apps, students can place true-to-scale virtual dinosaurs in their classrooms and enhance their learning through AR data overlays that appear while they walk around the creatures. AR gaming experiences let you play virtual dominos on your kitchen table, raise a digital pet in your bedroom and fight back swarms of aliens invading your house.
Source:Eyeofriyadh
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Ericsson and NTT claim successful 5G network slicing trials

Ericsson and Japanese operator NTT DoCoMo have claimed the achievement of a key milestone in developing 5G-ready technologies. In a proof of concept (PoC) trial, the Swedish vendor has said it has successfully demonstrated dynamic network slicing for 5G core networks. The trial, according to Ericsson, shows how to virtually partition a physical network into multiple logical networks which are capable of simultaneously co-existing and delivering separate services along the same infrastructure.
Source: Telecoms.com
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Microsoft makes social play with $26bn LinkedIn acquisition

Microsoft has made a play to enter the social market after announcing it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire professional cloud network LinkedIn for $26.2 billion.The announcement will create one of the largest cloud acquisitions this year, with LinkedIn shares jumping 47% following the news. During the same period Microsoft shares dropped 3%, possibly indicating some scepticism in the market.
Source: Telecoms.com
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Apple said to be using Intel modems in some new iPhones

US chip giant Intel seems to have scored a major win over rival Qualcomm in the smartphone modem market, according to a report from Bloomberg.Apparently Apple will use Intel modem chips for iPhones that will use the AT&T network in the US as well as some other unidentified overseas markets. This will mark the most significant mobile win for Intel since it acquired modem-maker Infineon back in 2011, but shouldn’t be confused with the mobile CPU market, which Intel has pretty much given up on.
Source:Telecoms.com
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PCTel deploys Yagi antenna for LTE MIMO at major utility

Wireless equipment provider PCTel has announced that its new Yagi antenna will provide backhaul on a major utility’s private wireless communications network. The dual polarized Yagi antenna is designed to support LTE MIMO and other high throughput wireless technologies in private wireless bands. The platform is also adaptable for smart grids and other M2M applications.
Source:Telecompaper
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Apple opens Siri to outside developers

Apple is opening its popular Siri digital assistant to outside developers, which means iPhone users could soon be able to hail rides with Uber, publish photos on Shutter fly or make a call on Skype with voice commands. The move, announced at its Worldwide Developers Conference in San Francisco on Monday, is Apple’s latest attempt to spruce up the iPhone experience as sales of the best-selling product flag.
Source: Tradearabia
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Alfa, Ericsson to deploy 4G LTE-A networks across Lebanon

Alfa, the first Lebanese mobile network managed by Orascom Telecom, has signed an agreement with Ericsson to deploy 4G LTE-A network across Lebanon.In addition, the two companies also signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to start exploring 5G capabilities on the Alfa network, said a statement from the company.
Source: Trade Arabia
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Thuraya showcases satellite tech at Paris expo

Thuraya Telecommunications, a leading mobile satellite services operator, is showcasing its latest solutions and products for the defence and security sector at this year’s Eurosatory exhibition in Paris, France.
Source: Tradearabia
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IoT platforms LoRa, Sigfox and NB-IoT all announce progress

As the race to become the default specialist low-power network for IoT hots up, LoRa, Sigfox and NB-IoT have all made fresh announcements.The LoRa Alliance has welcomed Liu Jianye, GM for Energy and IoT Innovation at ZTE onto its board of directors. ZTE was already a member of the China LoRa Application Alliance, which has recruited over 40 full members its four months of operation, and has been involved in the development of LoRa for a while.
Source:Telecoms.com
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Nokia aims to simplify smart home with IoT hub launch

Nokia has announced the launch of a white-label IoT solution to coordinate the smart home, as well as a network-level IoT management platform. The Nokia Smart Home solution will be distributed via operator channels to help telcos bundle together consumer-facing IoT offerings and offer a domestic hub for all connected things in the smart home. Included in the bundle is a hub which acts as an optical network terminal and gateway for residents; as well as two mobile applications and IoT management platforms to help users control the home and the devices therein.
Source:Telecoms.com
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Apple shows off new versions of its mobile platforms

US devices giant Apple previewed major new versions of its iOS mobile operating system as well as the stripped-down version used on the Apple Watch at its developer conference.
Source:Telecoms.com
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OnePlus goes one better with new affordable flagship smartphone

Chinese smartphone startup Oneplus has launched its latest device designed to offer flagship smartphone specs at a lower price than the current market leaders. The OnePlus 3 features a fast charging technology that, we’re told, allows a day’s worth of charge to be added in just 30 minutes. It also has an imaging suite called Smart Capture that offers post-processing tools such as digital noise reduction, and the latest Snapdragon 820 SoC. OnePlus uses an Android skin called Oxygen OS that is designed to be clean and uncluttered.
Source:Telecoms
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Software AG successfully concludes first ARIS User Day in Riyadh

Software AG, a global leader in digital business technologies and solutions around business processes management, integration, adaptive applications, enterprise architecture management and big data, successfully concluded its flagship ARIS User Day event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia which received overwhelming nationwide participation of ARIS users, who learned and networked with experts, customers and partners. Held across key ARIS user locations across the world, the event was held for the first time in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia,
Source: Eye of Riyadh
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Ericsson 5G field tests with Sprint yield 4Gbps speeds

Ericsson has sought to rival Nokia by getting in on the Sprint 5G party, in which it claims to have achieved 4 Gbps download speeds. The vendor joined Sprint’s efforts in delivering live 4K broadcasting of the Copa America soccer tournament taking place across the country. While Nokia chipped in for the first trial down in California at the Levi’s Stadium, where it used a live millimetre wave system running at 73 GHz, the next trial in Philadelphia saw Sprint achieve the same 4K streaming goal using a whopping 400 MHz of spectrum.
Source:Telecoms.com
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Samsung Electronics Partners with IGEL Technology to Launch New Thin Client Cloud Displays

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., expanded its cloud monitor portfolio today with the release of the TC222L (21.5”) and the TC242L (23.5”) thin client displays. Powered by IGEL’s industry leading thin client software and combined with Samsung’s industry leading display technology, the new monitors offer businesses a highly unique desktop solution for remote access of critical documents and data through the cloud.
Source: Eye of Riyadh
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IBM shows off Watson at Wimbledon

IBM has launched a number of new apps, cognitive and hybrid cloud solutions to support Wimbledon’s efforts to improve the fans experience at the championships.Firstly, IBM’s Interactive Experience team have launched an app for Apple TV which allows fans to browse real-time scores, watch the Live@Wimbledon studio show, listen to three live radio channels, and look through all of Wimbledon’s video and photo content on one platform. The team have also launched another app for iOS and Android which creates tailored feeds for the user.
Source: Telecoms.com
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AT&T finally brings wifi calling to one Android handset

AT&T has belatedly brought its wifi calling service to Android, with the LG G4 being the only model currently supported. The American telco launched wifi calling for iPhone 6 postpaid customers back in October last year, and has just gotten around to introducing compatibility with Android device for the first time, on an albeit severely limited number of devices.
Source:Telecoms.com
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Ericsson launches 5G Plug-Ins to help the transition to 5G

Swedish networking giant Ericsson has launched a new range of network upgrade options called 5G Plug-Ins that are designed to help operators with their move to the next generation. There are five Plug-Ins in total, covering a broad range of emerging radio technologies. They are software-driven and thus designed to be easily deployed, although the method varies from one to another. The thinking behind them is to give operators an early opportunity to implement some of the technologies expected to form the eventual 5G standard well in advance of the anticipated commencement of 5G subscriptions in 2020.
Source:Telecoms.com
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Beijing rules against Apple in patent case

Officials in Beijing have ruled against Apple, saying there were patent violations on some iPhone models, Bloomberg reported. The ruling, from Beijing’s Intellectual Property Office, went in favour of Shenzen Baili, a small local rival. Apple said an appeal had already been lodged, allowing the phones to stay on the market in the Chinese capital pending the outcome.
Source:Telecompaper
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HP Inc. Launches Solutions to Make Business Printing More Mobile, Secure and Productive

HP Inc. today announced new mobile and business intelligence software to help business IT managers make their print environment more mobile, secure and productive. New offerings include:
Mobile print software that makes printing from mobile devices to printers on a corporate network easy and accessible
New business intelligence tools that help IT understand and optimize their printer fleets for better performance
Source:Eye of Riyadh
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Panasonic unveils the Ultra Wide-Angle and High-Speed Single Focal Length Lens

Panasonic Marketing Middle East & Africa has unveiled its latest digital interchangeable lens LEICA DG SUMMILUX 12mm/F1.4 ASPH. (35 mm camera equivalent: 24 mm) for the LUMIX G Digital Single Lens Mirrorless camera for professional needs and high image quality.
Source:Eye of Riyadh
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Ericsson comments on US and Greek corruption investigations

Swedish networking giant Ericsson has issued statements on two historical corruption investigations still underway in the US and Greece. Last week Swedish newspaper Svenska Dagbladet reported Ericsson was being investigated over alleged corruption in its Chinese operations. Apparently a manager in Ericsson’s Asian business had been linked to an Ericsson subcontractor which had acquired the virtual monopoly to supply Ericsson in China.
Source:Telecoms
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Nokia claims LTE/wifi aggregation will deliver 400 Mbps

Nokia has announced an LTE-A/wifi aggregation solution which it claims will combine frequencies to deliver up to 400 Mbps. Continuing in its quest for the snappiest possible title for its products, Nokia’s latest offering is reliant on the TD-LTE-A Pro LTE-Wi-Fi Aggregation (LWA) feature on the Nokia Flexi Multiradio 10 base stations. This feature allows for LTE and wifi networks to be aggregated, essentially creating the possibility of delivering up to 400 Mbps download speeds.
Source: Telecoms
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Xiaomi receives phenomenal response in Saudi Arabia

SOUQ.com announces that Xiaomi received phenomenal response in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) with 1000 units being sold within two days of its launch. Four Models of Xiaomi including Redmi Note 3, Redmi 3 Pro, Redmi Note 2 and Mi 5 were launched on SOUQ.com on Thursday, 9th June. This impressive response marks a significantly successful start for the company in the KSA.
Source: Eye of Riyadh
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Samsung to invest $1.2bn in US for IoT

Samsung Electronics, the world’s top smartphone maker, said on Tuesday it plans to invest about $1.2 billion in the US over the next four years on so-called internet of things (IoT) technologies. In a statement, Samsung said it will make the investments through its Silicon Valley arms such as the Samsung Global Innovation Center in order to develop relevant technologies and strengthen cooperation with startup companies. The firm did not elaborate on its plans.
Source: Tradearabia
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ZTE completes 5G high-frequency tech test

ZTE, in partnership with the China Mobile Research Institute in Shanghai, has completed its prototype verification and performance testing of key 5G high-frequency technology. The joint test verified multiple technical performance indicators, including indoor transmission, performance of the 5G high-frequency prototype in the 15 GHz band, single-user peak rate, transmission rate in line-of-sight/non line-of-sight (LOS/NLOS) scenarios and indoor penetration loss and coverage.
Source: Telecompaper
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HP Reinvents Fashionable Technology with Harvey Nichols

HP Inc. raised the bar for the premium PC experience with the debut of the new HP Spectre, the world’s thinnest laptop. The cooperation between HP and Harvey Nichols brings performance and style together in an exclusive design. High gloss copper accents reflect a hand-polished, jewelry like finish and an innovative hidden piston hinge creates the illusion of a hinge-less design to offer an unmatched premium look-and-feel. The new HP Spectre attracts those with an eye for luxury, with its high gloss copper accents – proof that PCs can be an expression of style thanks to magical and luxurious technology.
Source: Eye of Riyadh
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Huawei and Telefónica begin work on “no cell” 5G RAN

Huawei and Telefónica have announced a joint effort to explore the requirements and potential solutions for the 5G RAN, including a “no cell” approach. Focussing on 5G and the next generation radio access network (NG-RAN), the agreement will look to create new solutions to manage the bandwidth requirements of data heavy mobile applications, internet and IoT services. According to Huawei, the ultra-high throughput, low latency and massive number of connections 5G will need to deliver means the current cellular network needs overhauling.
Source: Telecoms
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Apple said to be dropping headphone jack from iPhone

Mobile device giant Apple will no longer be including the standard 3.5 mm headphone jack in future iterations of the iPhone, according to sources of the WSJ. This doesn’t mean a move exclusively to Bluetooth headphones, however, as the rumour is that iPhone users will instead use the same Lightning port that they currently for charging and data transfer. However, some in the gadget media are less than keen.
Source: Telecoms
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Google Fiber bolsters wireless broadband ambitions with Web pass acquisition

Google has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Webpass to boost its Google Fiber business unit and add to its wireless broadband ambitions. The acquisition builds on an area of innovation which the Google Fiber team have been investigating. Webpass has paired its fiber network with wireless technology, an idea which the Google team have been testing in Kansas City earlier this year.
Source: Telecoms
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Telefónica adds ZTE to 5G partnership drive

Telefónica has continued its 5G innovation drive by partnering with ZTE for another research and development project. While yesterday’s announcement saw the Spanish telco join forces with Huawei over RAN-based R&D; today’s partnership agreement with rival Chinese kit vendor ZTE was more vague on the objectives and details.
Source: Telecoms
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Google to step up smartphone wars with release of own handset

Google is planning a shake-up of the smartphone market by releasing its own handset, a move that would tighten its grip on mobile software and see it compete directly with the iPhone.The technology giant is in discussions with mobile operators about releasing a Google-branded phone that will extend the company’s move into hardware, sources familiar with the discussions told The Telegraph.
Source:Telegraph.co.uk
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LG Uplus demos solar-powered LTE base station in Daegwallyeo

South Korea’s LG Uplus has demonstrated its energy self-sufficient LTE network base stations for mountainous and remote island areas, the Korea Times reports. Showing off the technology at a base station at the Sky Ranch in Daegwallyeong, Gangwon Province, the telco claimed that the system, which integrates LG Electronics’ solar panels and LG Chem’s energy storage system (ESS) batteries, would not only improve network conditions in remote radio shadow zones but also minimise environmental damage.
Source: Telegeography
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Huawei said to be working on new mobile OS

A recent report suggesting Chinese networks and smartphone giant Huawei is developing a mobile OS as an alternative to Android has caused excitement, but such a thing is unlikely to succeed.The report was from tech website The Information, which keeps all its content behind a strict paywall, offering only teasers for free.
Source:Telecoms
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Ericsson claims first standardised NB-IoT application demo

Ericsson has announced a collaborative effort with Intel and China Mobile will see the world’s first demonstration of IoT applications running over cellular IoT infrastructure.Following the 3GPP standardisation process for narrowband IoT (NB-IoT) completion last week, in which eMTC and the 2G-based protocol EC-GSM-IoT were frozen for development, Ericsson has wasted little time in putting the standard to practise. It claims that its network, combined with Intel modem solutions as well as China Mobile’s environment monitoring application, will be able to achieve end-to-end interconnectivity and use of the newly-standardised IoT technology.
Source:Telecoms
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Qualcomm unveils 5G sub-6 GHz prototype platform

Mobile chip giant Qualcomm has unveiled what is calls a ‘5G New Radio (NR) prototype system and trial platform,’ which is positioned as a test-bed for driving the 3GPP 5G air interface standard.The 5G NR platform is focused on frequencies below 6 GHz, which would incorporate the current licensed bands. 5G is also expected to make extensive use of bands above 6 GHz to accommodate the significantly higher bandwidth that will be required to support speeds expected to be in excess of 1 Gbps. Qualcomm also has a millimeter wave test system that uses the 28 GHz band.
Source: Telecoms
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Intel reported to be considering selling McAfee security unit

Almost six years after purchasing antivirus specialists McAfee, Intel is reported to be in the market to sell off its security arm, according to the FT.com. Intel has yet to make a comment on the speculation, though those close to the deal expect it to be one of the largest in the security sector to date. The company initially announced the McAfee acquisition in August 2010 for $7.6 billion at a time where the concept of IoT was beginning to gain traction, and the size of the online security challenge was being realized.
Source:Telecoms
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Ericsson launches plug-ins for 5G networks

Ericsson has launched software-driven innovations 5G Plug-Ins to facilitate rapid evolution of 5G access networks and the successful adoption of 5G services.The Swedish networking giant is already working with more than 20 leading mobile operators worldwide on 5G networking and use cases, including 5G field trials in 2016.
Source:Tradearabia
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Canon unveils the CJ20ex7.8B

Canon Middle East today introduces the CJ20ex7.8B, a 2/3” portable 4K zoom lens for professional broadcast, offering a 20x zoom ratio and focal-length range from 7.8mm to 156mm.First shown as a prototype at IBC 2015 in Amsterdam, the new lens enables the creation of high-resolution, high-impact 4K video content for a variety of applications, including sporting events and news coverage, as well as documentaries and indoor and outdoor location shooting for serial dramas. Strengthening Canon’s 4K broadcast lens range for cameras employing 2/3” sensors, the versatile new lens will join the CJ12ex4.3B, a 2/3” portable 4K zoom lens with the world’s widest focal length.
Source: Eye of Riyadh
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Lenovo Bring Loved Ones Together through HadiaTime

This Ramadan, Lenovo Smartphones launches HadiaTime, an Android-based application that aims to encourage family members to spend time together during the holy month, while donating data to others to reach out to their loved ones back home. The application which can be downloaded for free from Google Play on any Android smartphone is now running until the last day of Ramadan.
Source: Eye of Riyadh
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Microsoft partners Luna Mobile to salvage mobile investment

Microsoft has announced a new patent partnership with Luna Mobile which will extent to smartphones and other telecommunications services. While details of the agreement have not been released to date, the announcement did state Microsoft would receive royalties, suggesting this could be a ploy for the tech giant to recoup some of its investment during its varied venture into the world of mobile devices.
Source:Telecoms
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3GPP maps out 5G specifications timeline

Telecoms standardization body 3GPP has mapped out the roadmap to release 15, which will contain the first set of 5G specifications. A recent plenary meeting of the 3GPP Technical Specifications Groups concluded with a series of milestones over the next couple of years culminating in the freezing of key technologies in June 2018.
Source:Telecoms
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Nokia claims world’s first 5G-ready network

Nokia has laid claim to having the world’s first 5G-ready network, which it plans on demonstrating later this week in London. While 5G claims are not new, Nokia says this time it is different. This project, which will be showcased at the 5G World show in London this week, involves three principal layers of technology. Leaning heavily on its AirScale suite, the 5G network stack will involve radio access technology linking up with a cloud-based packet core, which itself runs on top of the AirFrame data centre platform.
Source:Telecoms
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Philips unveils new LCD monitor

MMD, a leading technology company and brand license partner for Philips Monitors, has introduced the Brilliance 258B6QUEB LCD Monitor, featuring a revolutionary USB-C cable connection. The monitor offers simple notebook docking and faster data and video transmission, while charging connected devices using just one cable, said a statement from the company.
Source:Tradearabia
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WIPO names Huawei #1 filer of international patents

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — Huawei Technologies topped the list of international patent filers for the second straight year in 2015. Huawei applied for 3,898 patents, 456 more than the previous year and more than Qualcomm, Samsung, Sony, and HP, the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) said.
Source:Uzdaily
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Huawei honor Users are Spending 37% More Time on WWW.HONORARABIA.COM During Ramadan

Holidays and festivals affect e-commerce around the world, from Christmas in the west to Chinese New Year in Asia and Ramadan and Eid in the Middle East. The holidays result in higher sales volume as people rush to buy gifts and holiday- related merchandise for their family and friends. Huawei honor, the number one smartphone e-brand in the Middle East has seen evidence of this on its website where the average monthly visits reach 500,000.
Source: Eye of Riyadh
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