VANCOUVER-Clearnet Communications Inc. announced the Vancouver launch of its the Mike personal communications services network in the greater Vancouver area.Mike offers all the benefits of Clearnet PCS, including per-second billing, services such as caller ID and call waiting, enhanced call clarity, security and battery...
WASHINGTON-A confluence of factors are converging that may force the Federal Communications Commission to relax the commercial wireless 45 megahertz spectrum cap, an antitrust check that some feel has outlived its intended purpose and even may be hindering wireless industry development.The emergence of mobile...
INDIANAPOLIS-Brightpoint Inc. said it plans to eliminate its trading division during the fourth quarter in an effort to emphasize relationships with wireless equipment manufacturers and network operators.The trading division purchases products from suppliers other than manufacturers and sells those products to customers other than...
ORLANDO, Fla.-The public stock markets may be a bit shaky for now, but "there never has been more private capital available," David Golden, co-director of investment banking at Hambrecht & Quist, San Francisco, told PCS '98 attendees at the conference late last month.Venture capital...
WASHINGTON-On the same day that the House Commerce Committee was voting to delay the auction of licenses for the general wireless communication service (GWCS), the Federal Communications Commission was releasing new rules for the auction. The new rules eliminate the installment payment system, simplify...
WASHINGTON-After months of delay, oral arguments are set for the week of Nov. 30 on legal challenges to radio-frequency radiation exposure guidelines adopted by the Federal Communications Commission in late 1996.The outcome of the litigation has enormous implications for the wireless telecom industry, which...
Let the battle for the high-end mobile phone users begin.Sprint Spectrum L.P. late last week introduced three new all-inclusive national pricing plans that eliminate roaming and long-distance fees on its digital network nationwide. The plans charge $70 per month for 600 minutes, $100 per...
ORLANDO, Fla.-Sprint Spectrum L.P. contracted Brite Voice Systems to expand its prepaid calling capacity to support the personal communications services carrier's expansion into new markets, according to Brite.Sprint PCS plans to expand into new markets next year, including Chicago, Cleveland and Charlotte, N.C. Brite...
NEW YORK-Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Arthur Levitt accused Corporate America of "manipulation" and "illusion" when accounting for certain costs."In the zeal to satisfy consensus earnings estimates and project a smooth earnings path, wishful thinking may be winning the day over faithful representation," Levitt...
WASHINGTON-Boeing Co.'s Sea Launch program has received the go-ahead from the Department of State for a proposed launch early next year, Boeing announced last week. The State Department "has terminated its suspension of The Boeing Company's export license on the Sea Launch program," Boeing...
PRINCETON, N.J.-Nettech Systems Inc. launched the Nettech Developer Program, a support program for mobile application developers.The program offers developer partners-such as systems integrators, corporate developers and independent software vendors-various support options and marketing services under two customized programs.The Corporate Developer Program gives volume discounts,...
SYOSSET, N.Y.-AlarmNet announced a new radio alarm signal service called the AlarmNet Control Channel Cellular (AlarmNet-C) in conjunction with its newest alarm transmitter, the 7835C.AlarmNet-C uses Aeris' Communications' MicroBurst technology to transmit alarm signals digitally over the cellular control channel.
Motorola Cellular Service Inc. announced it achieved operational and marketing certification to become a North American service provider of Iridium L.L.C.'s satellite communications services. MCSI will offer Motorola Satellite Series phones and pagers with the full range of Iridium services.Nextel Communications Inc. launched enhanced...
ALEXANDRIA, Va.-Metrocall Inc. announced its shareholders have approved the company's acquisition of AT&T Wireless Inc.'s Advanced Messaging Division and set the stage for a series C convertible preferred stock offering needed to complete the deal.The series C preferred stock will be convertible to Metrocall...
WASHINGTON-Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.), chairman of the Commerce Committee, has added his voice to those who believe that wireless, specifically personal communications services, is a substitute for wireline.Indeed, McCain said, "Congress intended that PCS networks could satisfy the requirements of Track A," referring to...
CHANTILLY, Va.-GTE Corp. created a national wireless stock-trading system, extending the reach of online investment programs from desktops to mobile phones.GTE Wireless Trader allows people to trade stock, receive alerts, obtain real-time stock quotes and manage portfolios from browser-equipped portable smart phones. GTE said...
Swedish telecommunications equipment manufacturer L.M. Ericsson released details of a reorganization plan that signals an increased focus on markets and customers, said the company. The new organization is expected to be fully implemented by Jan. 1.Lars Stalberg, a spokesman for the company, said no...
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn.-Hearing-aid manufacturer Starkey Laboratories Inc. said testing of a new antenna design from RangeStar International Corp. and a new model Starkey hearing aid showed reduced audio interference by more than 94 percent.Audio interference is created by the handset's digital transmission, which causes...
British Telecommunications plc announced plans to acquire a 23.49 percent stake in South Korean mobile operator LG Telecom.The company said it will spend about $392.1 million for the stake. BT said the acquisition is in line with its commitment to the Asia Pacific region....
WASHINGTON-Pekka Tarjanne, outgoing secretary general of the International Telecommunication Union, predicted last week a family of third-generation wireless standards will emerge by year's end and that family will include a standard "pretty close" to the Global System for Mobile communications-based technology dominated by Sweden's...
BEACHWOOD, Ohio-Allen Telecom Inc. and LCC International Inc. announced they formed an agreement in which LCC will swap its test and measurement equipment and related software analysis tools business for the engineering, software and consulting business of Allen Telecom's Comsearch division.Comsearch has leading positions...
NASHVILLE, Tenn.-Powertel Inc. announced it launched personal communications services in Nashville, Tenn.The Nashville market, covering more than 1.2 million people, includes Brentwood, Bellevue, Cool Springs, Cross Plains, Dickson, Franklin, Gallatin, Goodlettsville, Green Hills, Harding, Hendersonville, Hermitage, Hillsboro, Lebanon, Manchester, Murfreesboro, Rivergate, Smyrna and Spring...
MONTVALE, N.J. - Geotek Communications Inc. announced it is shutting down all U.S.-based digital wireless networks and will no longer provide its proprietary wireless mobile logistics systems.The company notified subscribers service will end Oct. 18. Also, the company will lay off about 160 employees...
ORLANDO, Fla.-Carriers in the Asia-Pacific are beginning to re-evaluate their choice of digital technology, opening a new door for Interim Standard-136 Time Division Multiple Access in the region, said officials and members of the Universal Wireless Communications Consortium last week.The group held a press...
