I think most people in the wireless industry – outside of wireless operators – feel that at this point in the game the device makers are really the ones steering this ship. Sure, wireless operators are the ones that control the spectrum and networks, have that one-on-one relationship with consumers and throw their weight around like they own the joint. You know, think they are actually at the controls.
AT&T
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AT&T Mobility (T) reported a slowdown in new activations on its network during the third quarter, with non-traditional devices and resale partners taking up much of the slack from a …
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Rural wireless operator – and recent name changer – C Spire Wireless said it would begin offering Apple’s recently launched iPhone 4S “in the coming weeks.” The move is significant …
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With wireless scheduled to start releasing third quarter results in the coming days, analysts have begun to place their cards on the table as to what we should expect. (Check …
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Last week, the mobile industry lost a great hero and villain with the passing of a single person, Steve Jobs. Companies like Apple and Pixar have toppled industry leaders in …
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SAN DIEGO – The GSMA poked its head into the domestic space this week, announcing a new report showing that connected devices are set to increase to 24 billion by …
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AT&T Mobility says it has something for everyone with its five new Android smartphones introduced today. From entertainment to business to social media, the company is clearly trying to market …
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DALLAS – Like many sectors in the mobile space, the tower industry is anxiously awaiting the eventual outcome of AT&T Inc.’s proposed $39 billion acquisition of T-Mobile USA Inc. A deal that most concede came out of left field, has since its announcement earlier this year swung to extremes in opinion as to whether it will be approved by government regulators.
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Executives at T-Mobile are not waiting around to find out whether they’ll soon be working for AT&T — instead they seem to be working overtime to build the T-Mobile brand …
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Tablet fans have two new devices to pore over today thanks to HTC Corp. and Sony Corp. (SNE) Sony announced the Sony Tablet, which will come in two different form …
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Samsung Telecommunications America has lined up Sprint Nextel Corp. (S), AT&T Inc. (T) and T-Mobile USA Inc. (DTEGY) for the Galaxy S II smartphone. Each carrier will offer the device …
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Perhaps clued in to a possible hurdle in its proposed acquisition of T-Mobile USA Inc., AT&T Inc. (T) today proudly claimed that “after closing” on the $39 billion deal, the …
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The U.S. Department of Justice filed a civil lawsuit to block AT&T Inc.’s (T) proposed $39 billion acquisition of T-Mobile USA Inc. The DoJ said the deal would “substantially lessen …
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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 marketplace.In less than …
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The strongest venture from within U.S. carrier ranks in m-commerce is doubling down, if you will, on its collective bet to the tune of $100 million.Verizon Wireless (VZ), AT&T Inc. …
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The Federal Communications Commission said it has re-started its informal 180-day review on AT&T Inc.’s (T) proposed acquisition of T-Mobile USA Inc. following the submission of additional information from AT&T.The …
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Partnerships: AT&T helps medical transport; Cable & Wireless partners for study; and more
by Sandra Cuyaby Sandra CuyaViaSat Inc. is supplying its Edge Access Voice-over-Internet Protocol (VoIP) system to Grupo TVSA of Argentina, enabling the CATV and broadband Internet provider to offer triple play services. ViaSat is …
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Partnerships: AT&T helps medical transport; Cable & Wireless partners for study; and more
by Sandra Cuyaby Sandra CuyaViaSat Inc. is supplying its Edge Access Voice-over-Internet Protocol (VoIP) system to Grupo TVSA of Argentina, enabling the CATV and broadband Internet provider to offer triple play services. ViaSat is …
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Sprint Nextel Corp.’s (S) current network issues could prove to be a positive for the tower industry during the second half of the year, according to a new report from …
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Verizon Wireless, U.S. Cellular tops in latest J.D. Power and Associates network quality survey
by Dan Meyerby Dan MeyerVerizon Wireless (VZ) again came out the big winner in J.D. Power and Associates ranking of network quality, garnering the highest consumer scores in five of the six regions. The …
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The Federal Communications Commission has asked AT&T Inc. (T) to provide more details of its planned LTE deployment in connection with its review of the company’s pending $39 billion acquisition …
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Rumors of impending iPhone launch at Sprint Nextel draws lukewarm response
by Dan Meyerby Dan MeyerWith new rumors that Sprint Nextel Corp. (S) was in line to inherit Apple Inc.’s (AAPL) iconic iPhone device in the coming months, analysts cited a cautious tone on the …
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*Update: includes quote from CTIA* As an unusual 5.9 magnitude earthquake hit the U.S East Coast today, cell service providers grappled to deal with the demand on their networks. Both …
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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 marketplace.“Palm’s innovative operating …
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Movers & Shakers: FCC appoints new council; NVIDIA's new execs; and more
by Sandra Cuyaby Sandra CuyaThe IABM announced that Joe Zaller will serve as the association’s North American market development officer. Prior to founding Devoncroft Partners, strategic marketing and market research for digital media, he …
