T-Mobile USA (DTEGY) claims that the carrier is doubling its theoretical peak download speed in its 4G network to 42 Mbps for the metropolitan Austin area. The company also said …
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Cox Wireless to abandon 3G network build in favor of Sprint Nextel wholesale agreement
by Dan Meyerby Dan MeyerCox Wireless’ ambitious plans have taken a detour as the carrier has decided to abandon plans to build out its own 3G network in favor of relying on a wholesale …
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DALLAS—AT&T Mobility (T) formed its Antenna Solutions Group to focus on improving AT&T customers’ experience by enhancing the network from the inside out, said Jim Parker, senior manager of the …
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DALLAS—AT&T Mobility (T) formed its Antenna Solutions Group to focus on improving AT&T customers’ experience by enhancing the network from the inside out, said Jim Parker, senior manager of the …
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Leap Wireless International Inc. (LEAP) joined its colleagues in denouncing the potential merger between AT&T Mobility (T) and T-Mobile USA Inc. (DTEGY) as bad for consumers as it would decrease …
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According to a survey released by The American Customer Satisfaction Index, Sprint Nextel Corp. now has one of the highest customer service scores in the industry. While Sprint Nextel excelled, …
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Clearwire Corp. (CLWR) said L.M. Ericsson (ERIC) will manage its network in a seven-year deal, following in partner Sprint Nextel Corp.’s (S) decision to let Ericsson manage its network in …
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Editor’s Note: Welcome to our weekly Reader Forum section. In an attempt to broaden our interaction with our readers we have created this forum for those with something meaningful to …
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Editor’s Note: Welcome to our weekly Reader Forum section. In an attempt to broaden our interaction with our readers we have created this forum for those with something meaningful to …
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Those who have been waiting impatiently for Apple to unveil the iPhone 5, complete with LTE support, will be sorely disappointed according to sources who say the new phone will be nothing but a minor update with HSPA+ thrown in.
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Editor’s Note: To provide readers with an insight into the world of wireless in regional locales, RCR Wireless News sends its editorial staff not only to trade shows but to …
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If your attention span lulls when you wait in line or sit in an office, you may have a good alternative to keep you entertained in mobile digital television (DTV) …
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Building on plans first announced in 2006, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the Federal Communications Commission, wireless operators and others formally announced plans for a free service that delivers emergency …
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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.You’ve heard them …
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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.“This time, it’s …
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Postpaid, prepaid mix continues diverse for domestic carriers during first quarter
by Dan Meyerby Dan MeyerThe first three months of the year showed an interesting pecking order among the nation’s largest wireless operators.While its position as the nation’s largest operator is threatened by the impending …
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Editor’s Note: Welcome to our weekly Reader Forum section. In an attempt to broaden our interaction with our readers we have created this forum for those with something meaningful to …
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Clearwire not looking for spectrum sale this year, continues wholesale push
by Dan Meyerby Dan MeyerDespite claims that a sale was nearly finalized, Clearwire Corp. (CLWR) has backed away from its plans to sell off spectrum assets in an attempt to raise funds for future …
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Sprint Nextel Corp. (S) said it is hiring as many as 250 employees at its Oklahoma City Call Center, which handles technical support calls for the operator. The company plans …
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Government filings can be tricky, as petitioners try to state their claims in the best possible light. Such might be the case with Sprint Nextel Corp. (S), which continued its …
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American Tower CEO: 4G initiatives by operators benefit tower firms: Past consolidation led to advanced network builds
by Tracy Fordby Tracy FordAmerican Tower Corp. (ATM) CEO Jim Taiclet took the company’s first-quarter conference call to comment how various 4G initiatives either under way or being pursued by wireless operators would impact …
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Showing the continued strength of the no-contract market MetroPCS Communications Inc. (PCS) posted a 5% increase in net customer additions during the first quarter, rising from 691,602 in 2010 to …
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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.Several companies provided …
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While the mobile market is indeed international in scale, don’t think carriers ignore local issues. A perfect example is a prepaid offering Verizon Wireless (VZ) unveiled last week in the …
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Quick Hit: Novatel Wireless Inc.’s MiFi 4082 is an extremely compact mobile hotspot unit that provides easy access to mobile data services for multiple devices. The only downsides are those …
