Yearly Archives: 2012

Windows 8 starts off strong; tablet numbers yet to surface

The latest numbers from Microsoft suggest that the software giant has not lost its touch - indeed it may be gaining a new touch...

Venture capitalists plant seeds in mobile

Venture capitalists are pouring more money into mobile startups, with seed funding showing the strongest growth. According to venture capital database CB Insights, 42%...

Clear Talk to acquire 10 licenses from Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless’ plans to sell off 700 MHz spectrum licenses seems to be generating plenty of interest and deals as the carrier announced it...

IBM: Cognitive computing is the next disruptive, transformational technology

Cognitive computing is not brand new as IBM has been working to create chips that think like the human brain for some time. But...

Mexico’s telecom sector posts 15.1% growth in Q3

Mexico’s telecommunications sector grew 15.1% during the third quarter of 2012 compared to the same period of 2011, according to data from the Telecommunications...

Analyst Angle: Government intervention jeopardizes Argentina’s telecom development

Editor’s Note: Welcome to our weekly feature, Analyst Angle. We’ve collected a group of the industry’s leading analysts to give their outlook on the hot...

Editorial Webinar: How mobile is changing cloud computing

As cloud computing become more mature and ubiquitous, the mobile cloud emerges as the next hype once it allows you to  access data wherever...

HP investors file lawsuit over Autonomy

After releasing a non-cash impairment charge of $8.8 billion related to its acquisition of the British software company Autonomy in 2011, Hewlett-Packard is now...

Feature Report: Mobile Set for Huge Impact on Cloud

Mobile is set to become a huge influence on cloud computing, with the so-called “mobile cloud” emerging as the next trend expected to impact...

IBM: ‘Cyber Monday’ was biggest spending day ever

"Cyber Monday," also known as Nov. 26, was the biggest spending day ever according to cloud-based analytics by IBM – and mobile accounted for...

VelaTel scoops up Hong Kong-based MVNO

VelaTel Global is expanding its Asian presence, announcing today plans to acquire Hong Kong-based mobile virtual network operator China Motion Telecom for $5.8 million....

Ericsson sues Samsung over wireless patents

Ericsson (ERIC) has filed two patent infringement lawsuits against Samsung today, claiming that the Korean giant infringes Ericsson's patents while refusing to license its...

CWA claims T-Mobile USA/MetroPCS deal could cost 10,000 US jobs

The Communications Workers of America came out against T-Mobile USA’s proposed acquisition of MetroPCS, citing the potential loss of 10,000 U.S. jobs should the...

Reality Check: Data is the new oil – Building a system of smart pipes that carriers can monetize

Today, there's a land grab for mobile data users and their usage information. Verizon Wireless and AT&T Mobility have staked their claims, with other carriers to follow. If we unlock the data treasure trove

Reality Check: Our mobile ecosystem – The disruption is just beginning

Mobile innovation has changed our lives – but this is only the beginning. Mobile computing will continue to drive dramatic changes in how we conduct business, communicate with each other, access and share content

Telefónica looking at IPO for Latin American unit

Rumors about a possible initial public offering of Spain-based Telefónica's Latin American business are back. According to reports, Telefónica is looking to float the Latin American units...

Reality Check: Brazil’s new broadband regulations

In the beginning of November, Brazil's telecommunications regulator Anatel — the Agência Nacional de Telecomunicações (National Agency of Telecommunications) — established new regulations for...

Reality Check: IT budget planning

Editor’s Note: Welcome to our weekly Reality Check column. We’ve gathered a group of visionaries and veterans in the mobile industry to give their insights into the...

White Paper: Connecting the Dots – In-Building DAS

The need for adequate and reliable in-building communication has gained recognition across the nation in recent years. Mobile phones are an extension of the...

White Paper: Enabling Extreme Competition – Tango Telecom Cloud Services

In the traditional telecommunications business model, operators sourced services from a wide range of specialized vendors. These services usually were deployed on specialized hardware...

Mobile payments surge as Isis, PayPal, Google Wallet lead the way

The three leaders in mobile payments all have very different business models. Analysts say there is room for several players in this fast-growing ecosystem.

Reader Forum: ‘ET’ phone home

Today’s smartphones and tablets are exponentially more powerful than desktop computers built just a few years ago, and they’re making it possible for consumers to untether, use the Internet, watch streaming videos,

Reader Forum: Connected devices – New business models

A previous RCR Wireless News article highlighted the topic of new machine-to-machine business models with reference to the size and characteristics of this fast growing market opportunity.

Ericsson sees increased wireless impact; forecasts 9.3B mobile subs in 2018

Mobility, cloud and wireless will help improve business, society and people’s everyday lives, according to Ericsson SVP and chief strategist Douglas Gilstrap. During the...

Claro, Bradesco partner on Brazilian m-payment services

América Móvil's Brazilian wireless unit, Claro, and Brazil-based Bradesco, one of the largest banks in Latin America, announced plans launch two mobile payment services in 2013....
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