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Malaysia Wireless and Broadband Predictions, 2005

IDC — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This IDC Insight takes a look at the industry events, user trends, and vendor strategies that promise to uniquely define Malaysia's broadband and wireless market in 2005. This study draws from the Asia/Pacific Telecommunications Predictions 2005 and is localized to reflect the significance of selected predictions in the Malaysian market. ...

Wireless Broadband: The Future Around the Corner

eMarketer — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

New wireless broadband technologies are bringing the promise of bandwidth everywhere-to the home and office, onto the street and on the road-and offering online marketers and merchants new opportunities to deliver their messages and reach potential customers.

Public Access WLAN Research Bundle

Mind Commerce Publishing — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

**Special Offer - Order by May 31st, 2005 to receive a bonus report - choose one of the following three reports at no additional charge: 'Vo WLAN Fundamentals', 'Vo WLAN Network Planning and Operation' or 'The Broadband Wireless Network Planning Toolbox'** In 2005 and beyond, the biggest question on everyone's mind involved in the public access WLAN business is 'how does one run the hotspot business in a manner that is sustainable and optimizes overall business objectives including revenue, differentiation, customer satisfaction, and retention?'

Europe - Mobile Communications - 3G

Paul Budde Communication Pty Ltd. — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

US Mobile Markets: Analysis & Forecasts

The Diffusion Group (TDG Research) — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

U.S. Mobile Markets: Analysis & Forecasts, is the most detailed analysis of the U.S. mobile telephone market available today. The report forecasts the rollout and adoption of new cellular technologies by network technology (including CDMA variants such as IS-95, 1xRTT, EVDO and CDMA/WiFi, and GSM variants such as GSM, GPRS, EDGE, WCDMA, and GSM/WiFi), as well as handset shipments by technology and feature sets through 2010.

Positioning WiMAX How WiMax Stands Up To DSL, Cable, Wi-Fi and 3G

Pyramid Research — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

These days, WiMAX seems to be at the top of everyone's watch list and is fast becoming one of the most anticipated developments in the telecommunications world. Sometimes referred to as 'Wi-Fi on steroids', WiMAX is a broadband access technology and provides wireless high-speed, carrier-grade Ethernet data communications over city-sized distances.

Positioning WiMAX How WiMax Stands Up To DSL, Cable, Wi-Fi and 3G

Pyramid Research — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

2005 Global Wireless Broadband - Moving Towards WiMAX Mobility

BuddeComm — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Wireless broadband allows new operators to avoid the stranglehold that the incumbent carrier has on the local access market. As the telecoms market is rapidly moving in the direction of broadband, the stakes are much higher than simple telephone calls. Even if you get the incumbent's cooperation, it can take as long as six months before business customers in CBDs can be connected to a fibre network.

Asia Pacific Mobile Market for 3G Services - User Demand Analysis

Asia Pacific Research Group — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Several technical, regulatory and market issues are delaying the mass deployment of 3G networks and services in Asia Pacific. However, the demand for 3G services and applications is strong within the consumer population. APRG examines the future demand for Third Generation mobile services, with special emphasis on the 18-30 year old market.

2005 Global Mobile Communications Moving Towards 3G

BuddeComm — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Hard Numbers and Experts' Insights on Migration to 4G Wireless Technology

Datacomm Research — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

3G wireless networks are rolling out. Interest in streaming media and other high-speed wireless data applications is growing. To ensure wireless networks can meet future customer demand and remain competitive for years to come, operators and manufacturers must begin planning now for 4G wireless. This authoritative report provides concrete numbers, a detailed analysis of the relative benefits of different technical approaches and the insights of pioneering experts on the advantages and limitations of both CDMA- and OFDM -based solutions. Focusing on the crucial strategic issues, this report is sure to be read and discussed by the global wireless industry's business and technology leaders.

Fixed Wireless, WiMax, and WiFi Market Opportunities, Strategies, and Forecasts, 2005 to 2010

WinterGreen Research — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Consumer broadband adoption is accompanied by purchases of access points and adaptors. Wi-Fi adoption has been slower in the enterprise sector. Prices for consumer equipment have been falling faster than those for enterprise-grade systems. SOHO and consumer spending has outpaced that of enterprises.

A big factor preventing greater Wi-Fi adoption in enterprise organizations has been lack of security. 802.11i is the protocol intended to ensure Wi-Fi network security. It gives organizations a much greater level of comfort with the technology.

3G : Taking Mobile to the Next Level

TelecomView — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

3G mobile is now well established in leading countries in Asia and is being broadly deployed in Europe. These new services offer a broad variety of new services that are moving the 3G mobile carriers from being voice providers to being data and multimedia service providers.

Voice over WiMAX : The Key to Wireless Broadband Profitability?

In-Stat — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

WiMAX has the potential to transform broadband access markets, worldwide. As an alternative broadband technology, WiMAX can compete with DSL and cable-modem services without the need for heavy regulation.

Australia - Third Generation Mobile (3G)

Paul Budde Communication Pty Ltd. — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Western European Hotspot Update, 2004

IDC — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This study analyzes the status of the Western European WiFi hotspot market. It provides an overview of market developments and a summary of the WLAN activities of European mobile operators in 2004. Only commercially deployed hotspots are covered in this research - free wireless networks or so-called community networks are not. An updated forecast of the number of Western European hotspots is al...

European Telecom Service Markets

IDATE — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

A further decline in growth in European markets in 2003 and 2004. A sector undergoing change: boom in broadband, rollout of 3G services, downturn in fixed telephony. Moderate growth prospects up to 2008 in Western Europe but stronger and more sustained in the new Member States of the European Union

WiMax : The Hype and Hope

Mind Commerce Publishing — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

** Special Offer - Orders of the full publication taken by July 31st, 2005 shall receive a Single-user license of Public Access WLAN Forecasts 2005-2009 at no additional charge. Any full orders taken after July 31st, 2005 are eligible for Public Access WLAN Forecasts 2005-2009 at 50% off list price. Call to order.** This publication examines WiMax from a business viability perspective, with a focus on the anticipated technology usage and services. The report provides a subscriber and revenue forecast and case studies for WiMax service providers including Clearwire, Speakeasy Networks, AIIRMESH Communications, Nextweb, and Towerstream.

Western European Mobile and WiFi Infrastructure Forecast Update, 2004-2009

IDC — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This IDC forecast update presents the latest update from 2004 through 2009 for the Western European UMTS and WiFi infrastructure market. Revenue forecasts are provided for the total Western European UMTS and WiFi infrastructure. Furthermore an updated forecast of the total number of Western European hotspots is provided. Country splits are not included. According to Romolo Pusceddu, resea...

Plunkett's Wireless, Wi-Fi, RFID & Cellular Industry Almanac

Plunkett Research — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

The cell phone is the fastest-selling consumer electronic in the world. On a global basis, over 700 million cellular telephones will be sold in 2005 alone. More camera-equipped cell phones are sold each year than stand alone digital cameras. More MP3 player equipped cell phones are sold than stand alone MP3 players. Rapid development of new technologies is leading to ever more versatile, multipurpose mobile devices, including Internet-enabled cell phones and PDAs.

Telecom and Mobile Application Market - China (2004-2008)

RNCOS — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Uncertainty over how the government will address issues such as 3G licenses, potential restructuring of the state-owned telecom operators, development of Chinese technology standards, opening of the market to foreign telecom operators, development of a system for a Universal Service Obligation, and the control and censorship of content and applications offered over fixed-line and mobile telecom networks, remains a consistent concern of industry players, complicating their business planning and ability to raise capital.

The Definitive Guide to Mobile Positioning and Location Management with GPS, Terrestrial ...

Mind Commerce Publishing — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

No attribute is more distinguishing and valuable to mobile network operators and their constituents (customers, suppliers, and investors) than customer location information. Location-based Services (LBS) are predicted to finally take off beginning in late 2005 to early 2006.

1Q 2005 WLAN Market Share Report

In-Stat — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

In 1Q 05, worldwide Wi-Fi revenue increased by 15% Year-over-Year (YoY), up from $624 million in 1Q 04. Quarter-over-Quarter (QoQ) revenue was up by 3%. Total worldwide Wi-Fi revenue for 1Q 05 was $737.6 million.

WiMAX and Broadband Wireless (Sub-11 Ghz ) Worldwide Market Analysis and Trends 200 5 -2010

Maravedis, Inc. — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

The fixed/portable broadband wireless equipment market (sub-11 GHz ) has grown from a $430 million market to $ 5 62 million a 30% increase. Maravedis predicts the fixed Broadband wireless market to pass the $ 2 billion mark by 2010.

Super 3G - Evolving UMTS

Informa Telecoms & Media — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Super 3G : Evolving UMTS from Informa Telecoms & Media presents a detailed analysis of existing market practices and the factors influencing its development as WCDMA is upgraded with HSDPA. Drawing on key information contained in NTT DoCoMo's presentation to 3G PP, this unique executive briefing delivers the fundamental topics and issues that are driving the future of mobile networking into a truly high-speed era.

3G Developments in Asia/Pacific (Excluding Japan): No Turning Back

IDC — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This IDC study evaluates the strategies of early 3G service providers in Australia, Hong Kong and South Korea, and discusses the progressive developments and service uptake in these leading markets. 'In the advanced markets in the Asia/Pacific (Excluding Japan) region, 3G is turning from hype to reality as first movers launch aggressive strategies to spur adoption,' says Alayne Wong, res...

3G Deployment Update

In-Stat — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

3G was envisioned as the technology that would help wireless carriers reduce their dependence on voice services, and transition to a new data-centric world.

The Future of MVNOs in the 3G era

Analysys Research Ltd. — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Beyond Cellular - The Evolved Wireless Cocktail

ARCchart — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

As the mobile industry starts the mass roll-out of 3G, it is prescient to ask: where does the mobile industry go from here? Incredibly, the mobile services market has grown to 1.4 billion users worldwide and revenues of $500 billion with little deviation from the classic mobile operator business model which has existed since commercial cellular services started in the early 1980's.

Mobile Wireless Networks - To 3G and Beyond

Telecom Trends International — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This report provides a global overview of mobile wireless infrastructure market. The report provides 7-year forecasts for all regions of the world broken down as follows: Western Europe, Eastern Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific, China, North America, and Latin America. The report provides forecasts for all the major technologies, as well as for all the segments of mobile wireless infrastructure - radio access network, core network, and professional services.

Mobile Content and Entertainment in Western Europe 2005-2012

Berg Insight — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Mobile content and entertainment in Western Europe
- Market forecasts and trends 2005-2012
Where is the mobile content and entertainment market heading in Western Europe? Get up to date with the latest developments and trends. Identify the key market drivers and their long term implications in this 90 page executive report from Berg Insight. Learn about the device, network and portal strategies of leading European mobile operators and gain a deeper understanding of emerging mobile service categories such as music and television.
Highlights:
• Introduction to the mobile content and entertainment market in Western Europe.
• Review of the latest developments in mobile content in key areas such as personalisation and content messaging, music and video content and TV and mobile.
• Profiles of key niche industry players, content deals and key partnerships.
• Overview of white label portal services and content platforms.
• Revenue forecasts and market trends for Western Europe 2005-2012.

Key questions answered by the report:
• What are the main drivers of the market for mobile content and entertainment in Europe?
• How important is the rollout of 3G networks across Western European markets, followed by enhancements such as HSDPA?
• Which service categories will generate most revenues and which will fail to deliver?
• How can the mobile industry capitalise on digital music and video?
• When will mobile television penetrate the mass consumer market?

KDDI: Mobile and IP

In-Stat — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

KDDI has vaulted over both DoCoMo and Vodafone K.K. to thoroughly dominate Japan's 3G market. Its 3G customers provide healthy ARPUs, with over 25% coming from data. This report covers KDDI's merger history, its careful technology choices and its successful long-term all-IP strategy for its landline and mobile networks.

Next Generation Mobile Systems: 3G & Beyond

John Wiley and Sons Ltd. — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

What will the future of wireless communications look like? What drives mobile communications systems beyond 3G? In Next Generation Mobile Systems the authors answer these questions and others surrounding the new technologies. The book examines the current research issues driving the wireless world and provides an inclusive overview of how established technologies will evolve to suit next generation mobile systems. While the term 4G already dominates research in industry and academia, there are still numerous hurdles to take before this ambitious concept can become reality. Acclaimed researchers from NTT-DoCoMo take up the debate of what type of mobile communications will emerge in the post-3G era. Next Generation Mobile Systems: Covers the evolution of IP-based systems and IP mobility. Gives a detailed overview of radio-access technologies and wireless LANs. Explains APIs for mobile systems and IP mobility. Addresses middleware and applications, including terminal platform technologies, multimedia, and wireless web services. Discusses security in future mobile networks, including sections on Cryptographic Algorithms and Protocols for XG, Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting, and Security Policy Enforcement for Downloaded Code. This valuable resource will provide communications engineers, telecommunications managers and researchers in industry and academia with a sound understanding of the future direction of mobile technology.

Adaptive Array Systems: Fundamentals and Applications

John Wiley and Sons Ltd. — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

In the last fifty years, extensive studies have been carried out worldwide in the field of adaptive array systems. However, far from being a mature technology with little research left to tackle, there is seemingly unlimited scope to develop the fundamental characteristics and applications of adaptive antennas for future 3G and 4G mobile communications systems, ultra wideband wireless and satellite and navigation systems, and this informative text shows you how! Provides an accessible resource on adaptive array fundamentals as well as coverage of adaptive algorithms and advanced topics Analyses the performance of various wideband beamforming techniques in wideband array processing Comprehensively covers implementation issues related to such elements as circular arrays, channel modelling and transmit beam forming, highlighting the challenges facing a designer during the development phase Supports practical implementation considerations with detailed case studies on wideband arrays, radar, sonar and biomedical imaging, terrestrial wireless systems and satellite communication systems Includes examples and problems throughout to aid understanding Companion website features Solutions Manual, Matlab Programs and Electronic versions of some figures Adaptive Array Systems is essential reading for senior undergraduate and postgraduate students and researchers in the field of adaptive array systems. It will also have instant appeal to engineers and designers in industry engaged in developing and deploying the technology. This volume will also be invaluable to those working in radar, sonar and bio-medical applications.

Fixed Mobile Convergence: Single Phone Solutions for Wireless, Wireline, and VoIP Convergence ...

Insight Research Corporation — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Thus far in the US the substitution effect has been one way: many consumers are substituting a wireless phone for wired phone and making their wireless service their only telephone service. For local and long distance companies this trend has been disastrous--resulting in a steady decline in the customer base and revenue.

In this study, Insight examines the potential impact that the single phone with fixed and mobile capability will have on the stakeholders: local wireline carriers, long distance providers, broadband ISPs, wireless carriers, and handset vendors. This report details the technologies and marketing enablers that each stake holder segment must address to achieve a successful convergence strategy. Based upon our analysis of current international wireless-wireline convergence initiatives, Insight details how the various national communications environments are producing different models for success. The study concludes with a forecast of the market for convergence products in the US and internationally, assessing which strategies are presently the most successful.

2005 Global Mobile Communications Moving Towards 3G

Paul Budde Communication Pty Ltd. — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

High growth rates in the mobile industry have been maintained globally until the present time, but there are strong indications that the annual growth rate is slowing quite markedly. It has now stabilised just below 20%. Most of this growth is in developing countries, with Africa leading the charge. There are now 1.5 billion mobile users worldwide, growing to 2 billion by 2007.

This report provides global subscriber statistics, together with regional and country breakdowns, and forecasts of future growth.

On average, call charges are dropping by 15%-20% per annum. While several countries are still seeing high growth in new mobile subscribers, their overall revenue are also flattening, because of the drop in call charges - as well as the fact that new subscribers are, in general, low-usage customers.

As would be expected, markets with strong competition have experienced a considerable drop in mobile call charges. The others have retained declining but relatively high ARPUs. The low-priced countries have seen a levelling out of the mobile charges as they approach fixed call charges.

In the USA and Scandinavia mobile substitution has resulted in at least 50% of its voice traffic migrating to mobile. In Europe, 10%-15% of households now use mobile phones only. These countries are stimulating further growth by developing mobile value-added services.

Mobile data, content and new triple play models are discussed in a separate report: 2005 Global Mobile Data and Content Markets.

By 2005 the mobile market was worth a staggering $800billion!

2G based services have been predominantly voice-driven, with a few enhanced services (SMS), and are not widely accepted for data applications. 3G is seen by some as being the answer to this, and some companies have paid enormous sums of money to obtain spectrum to allow them to capture this market.

Other possible uses are in WLL developments and in the domestic market. However, the future of 3G also will be mainly driven by voice.

This report discusses the evolution of 3G; analyses the problems of implementation; describes the difference between 3G and the existing 2½G applications; and provides possible strategies for new players.

The most visible of all companies in the 3G market is Hutchison, with its 3 service. It has launched this service in several countries with optimistic subscriber targets, but to date these have not been met. In its attempts to win subscribers, Hutchison has attacked the high end of the market, taking share from the existing 2G and 2½G operators. This is already leading to price retaliation by the existing operators, leading to all-out price wars.

This annual report covers:
GSM, CDMA, 3G (analyses, technical issues, standards, market data), fixed-mobile substitution, Bluetooth, MVNO. Also contains industry analyses, issues and strategies, government policies, spectrum developments.

Detailed chapters on:

The future of voice
Technology information
Global overview and analysis
Trends and Developments
Marketing and Business Strategies
User statistics
Revenues, ARPU and forecasts

Positioning WiMAX - How WiMax Stands Up To DSL, Cable, Wi-Fi and 3G

Pyramid Research — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This report helps operators assess the WiMax opportunity. Comparisons of WiMax, HSDPA and CDMA 1xEV-DO capabilities and availability timeframes allow mobile operators to determine the best broadband solution. Fixed operators can benchmark WiMax against other fixed wireless broadband technologies. The report also assesses the impact of the next generation WiMax, 802.16e, on mobility uses for fixed and mobile operators.

These days, WiMAX seems to be at the top of everyone's watch list and has become one of the most anticipated developments in the telecommunications world. Expectations are high for WiMAX, with the technology ultimately promising to deliver metropolitan area mobile broadband. Fact or fiction? This report looks beyond this hype to uncover the true promise of WiMAX.

In an attempt to gauge industry players' interest in WiMAX and understand their views, plans and concerns, we conducted an online survey encompassing 414 wireline and wireless operators and vendors. We then followed up with in-depth operator interviews. Survey results and feedback from operator interviews helped shape this Research's analysis of WiMAX and its prospects in both fixed wireless broadband and mobile markets as compared to other technologies including Wi-Fi, cable, DSL and 3G.

This report provides results of our online survey and operator interviews, and demand projections for 802.16d, 802.16e, Wi-Fi, cable, DSL, HSDPA, CDMA 1Xev-DO and total narrowband and broadband lines. We also examine our projections of wireline and wireless voice revenues.

Key Questions Answered

- What are the promises and shortcomings of WiMAX?
- What factors will drive WIMAX deployments by operators?
- Where will WiMAX be deployed?
- Does WiMAX pose a threat to wireline broadband?
- Does WIMAX pose a threat to 3G?
- Which customer segments will be addressed by WiMAX?
- Is WIMAX here to stay, or will it eventually peter out, like a number of other fixed wireless broadband technologies?

Who should read this report?

- Operators

This report will help operators ascertain the potential and capabilities of WIMAX and whether they should launch it. For mobile operators, the report provides a comparison of realistic availability timeframes for various technologies, and analyzes the impact that WIMAX, HSDPA and CDMA 1xEV-DO. would have on each other. For fixed operators, the report benchmarks WIMAX against other fixed wireless broadband technologies.

- Vendors

Should vendors bother with a WiMAX solution in their portfolio? This report helps ascertain where the WiMAX opportunity lies for vendors, and provides insights for product positioning, from WiMAX as a stand-alone solution to WiMAX as a complementary mobile/fixed broadband solution.

- Financial Institutions

This report helps clear the fog surrounding the purportedly disruptive effect of WiMAX on existing service providers. Are investments safe, and what does WiMAX mean for service provider long term revenue? Does WiMAX extend the service provider addressable market? This report answers such questions, and sheds some light on potential winners and losers.

Next Generation Mobile Systems: 3G & Beyond

John Wiley and Sons Ltd. — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Mobile Music: Full-Track Downloads - Forecasts, Services, Devices and Business Models

Generator Solutions Ltd. — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

With global interest in full-track mobile downloads having reached fever pitch, this report comes at the perfect time.

As the first of its kind to be produced anywhere in the world, this touchstone report is set to become a standard reference for those working in the digital and mobile music arena.

The report offers the most in-depth and comprehensive analysis of this market yet attempted. For the first time you can see the whole picture: download services and music devices, mobile and PC aspects, end-user testing and business strategy - all backed up by comprehensive market forecasts from 2005 to 2010.

This 220-page report includes 24 pages of detailed country forecasts, over 80 figures, diagrams and tables and over 200 clear photographs illustrating the full-track download user experience.

The much-anticipated Motorola ROKR with iTunes is also included with full performance and operational details plus business analysis.

Major topics covered include:

MARKET FORECASTS

Presented as 24 pages of tables and charts, the market forecasts provide a wealth of information on Europe's top-12 music markets and represent the culmination of a truly monumental modelling exercise. Individual country and pan-European forecasts covering 2005 to 2010 are provided for:

- Full-track mobile downloads;
- Ringtones, including real music ringtones;
- Music phones;
- Digital music;
- Optical disc: CD, DVD Music Video.

Together, these forecasts provide the reader with a complete picture not only of the value of the full-track download market but also how this market will develop in parallel with the other segments of the recorded music market. In addition, detailed explanations are provided of the forecasting methodology for all these segments.

FULL-TRACK DOWNLOAD SERVICE TESTS

The report contains 50 pages of detailed end-user testing of all five 2.5G and 3G full-track mobile download services which are currently operating in the UK.

By including over 200 clear, colour photographs of 5 different mobile phone displays together with detailed explanations, you will be able to see precisely how the user experiences the current services. In minutes, you will understand what the good points are and where improvements are needed.

We cover all the main features and capabilities demanded by today's digital music user, including integration with a PC and DRM. This section also offers a round-up of some of the most significant developments from around the world.

We also present a clear roadmap that identifies what needs to be done to convert today's first-generation services into offerings that will be compelling to a mass market.

MUSIC PHONES AND DEVICES

We review some of the very latest music phones, some of which are not yet available, and present a clear analysis of the most contentious issue in the device area today: will music phones replace dedicated players? This report provides the answer.

In addition, we have used a novel approach to segment all 3G music phones into 5 different types. Each segment is defined in terms of music phone features and the performance of any associated full-track download service. You can also see how the value of the full-track mobile download market will be shared between the different types of music phone.

EMERGING BUSINESS MODELS

For the first time, the very latest trends and announcements are explained within a comprehensive 5-point business model framework which encompasses all the latest announcements that will help you pinpoint your own opportunities and threats.

Supported by detailed explanations along with many 'how to' examples, we describe many product concepts and new business models that do not yet exist but which are an implicit part of the market forecast.

TARGET AUDIENCE

This report contains essential information for professionals who are involved in the full-track download market and might be working on business planning, market forecasting, product development, content development or strategy. Target sectors are:

- Mobile operators and MVNOs;
- Mobile handset vendors;
- Music device vendors;
- Online music brands;
- Record labels;
- Music retailers;
- Mobile solutions companies and platform providers.

WHY SHOULD I BUY THIS REPORT?

You should buy this report because of its comprehensive, unique nature and high quality. For the very first time, this report gives you all the facts, analysis and forecasts you need in one integrated, document.

We cover all the bases, provide a lot of new information and explode several popular misconceptions. Plus, in addition, you will find plenty of fresh thinking that will stretch your mind and allow you to better optimise your own product or market strategy.

Managing Mobile Services: Technologies and Business Practices

John Wiley and Sons Ltd. — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

New, attractive services for communications systems are versatile and promise to make the next generation of communications a success. Yet, as the systems grow more complex and diverse, so do the challenges of managing them. Service management derives from technologies used in fixed telephony systems and has evolved towards supporting packet-based services in an increasingly open environment. It is common belief that 3G (and later 4G) services will change the way we communicate and interrelate. The user will be put at centre stage and systems will be able to handle intelligent user profiles, proactive service selection, context-aware service provisioning and ubiquitous computing. Managing, charging for, and controlling these services render traditional business models inadequate and demand new solutions. Managing Mobile Services Covers challenges, solutions and technologies for implementing IP-based services in a mobile environment, with special attention to security, flexibility and charging. Discusses business models, service management architectures and standardization efforts. Considers requirements and characteristics of services, and service modelling. Includes two case studies illustrating the challenges, technologies and solutions involved with real-world service management. This book gives telecommunications/data engineers, operators and service providers as well as students and academics an in-depth understanding of the issues involved in implementing and managing new value-added services.

Global - Broadband - Wireless - WLANs, WiFi - Overview

Paul Budde Communication Pty Ltd. — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This report examines the development of wireless broadband from a wireless PBX technology into WLAN - a flexible data communication network that can operate as an extension to, or instead of, a wired LAN in a building. The hotspot phenomenon is discussed, as the technology moves into the consumer market. However, it remains difficult to find a good business model for this technology. The potential exists for an integrated solution in which wireless broadband operates as an alternative broadband access technology, WiMAX might fit in this scenario. The report describes developments in the technology, information is provided about key players in the market, and marketing issues.

Enterprise WiFi 2004: WLAN Switch Vendors Taking Alternate Routes to "Secure" ...

Wireless Data Research Group — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This report provides a competitive analysis of major WLAN vendors, a discussion of market opportunities, and five-year forecasts for access points, switches, gateways, and controllers, all broken down by industry.

No longer confined to coffee shops and hotel lobbies, wireless LANs have liberated corporate networks from cat 5 cables. But their growth has not been uniform -- a nurse is more likely to have used Wi-Fi at work than the health insurer who bills her patients. Millions of college students can log in to an 802.11 access point, but millions of desk workers can only do it from home. And while doing work no longer means being at work, mobility applications are often obscured by the over-analysis of .a/.b/.g developments.

Consider that:

-If security has been so inadequate, why have so many health providers embraced WLANs?

-Most clients in university Wi-Fi networks are laptops, while handhelds dominate in warehouses -- how will this impact future APs and switches?

-Some universities have one AP for every 15 students, others have one per 100 students -- why such a large discrepancy?

-If there are too many 802.11 companies, why do some startups have over 100 customers?

-Education, Health Care, and Logistics have accounted for the majority of 802.11 revenue outside the home, but how far will their share of the Wi-Fi market drop?

-Which will be more important for the future of WLANs -- meeting demand or stimulating it?

Enterprise WiFi 2004 includes a competitive analysis of major WLAN vendors, a discussion of market opportunities, and five-year forecasts for access points, switches, gateways, and controllers, all broken down by industry. Our projections are free of academic formulas, and are based on segment-specific data such as student enrollment, hospital beds, and office square footage.

Taking Wireless to The Max: WiMAX Outlook 2005 - 2010, Singapore

Resource 4 Business — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

"WiMAX Outlook 2005 - 2010, Singapore", analyzes WiMAX opportunities in Singapore. It includes a useful set of market data and recommendations in order to help you understand the current and future market. This WiMAX study looks at the drivers for, and barriers to, WiMAX. Companies involved with WiMAX, and some companies that will consciously avoid WiMAX, are profiled.

Forecasts are built to a very complex bottom-up design, and include subscribers by region in various market segments. Equipment forecasts for both BTS and CPE equipment are provided as well, including shipments, ASPs and revenues by region, in each market segment. Total equipment revenue information is provided as well. This study also forecasts equipment shipments by frequency and CPE equipment by placement types. Moderate and aggressive forecasts are provided for virtually all forecasts.

The primary audience for this report is managers involved with the highest levels of the strategic planning process, and consultants who help their clients with this task. This research is appropriate for

- Potential WiMAX service providers
- Current BWA service providers
- 3G service providers
- WiMAX equipment vendors
- WiMAX semiconductor and IP vendors
- VoIP service providers.

802.16 / WiMAX - Assessment of Fixed and Mobile Opportunities 2005

Visant Strategies — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This report assesses the market for WiMAX based equipment and services in the sub 11 GHz bands. It addresses use of the technology for fixed and potential mobile applications. It determines the current status of the WiMAX market and investigates requirements for a mass-market success. Competitors to WiMAX in both the fixed and mobile (4G) realms are assessed. Key vendors are discussed as well as global developments by region. 802.16 chipset, base station and CPE revenues and volumes are quantified, and the report provides a detailed analysis of the BWA segment that is the primary application for WiMAX.

802.16 / WiMAX - Assessment of Fixed and Mobile Opportunities 2005

Visant Strategies — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Taking Wireless to The Max: WiMAX Outlook 2005 - 2010, USA

Resource 4 Business — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

"WiMAX Outlook 2005 - 2010, USA", analyzes WiMAX opportunities in the USA. It includes a useful set of market data and recommendations in order to help you understand the current and future market. This WiMAX study looks at the drivers for, and barriers to, WiMAX. Companies involved with WiMAX, and some companies that will consciously avoid WiMAX, are profiled.

Forecasts are built to a very complex bottom-up design, and include subscribers by region in various market segments. Equipment forecasts for both BTS and CPE equipment are provided as well, including shipments, ASPs and revenues by region, in each market segment. Total equipment revenue information is provided as well. This study also forecasts equipment shipments by frequency and CPE equipment by placement types. Moderate and aggressive forecasts are provided for virtually all forecasts.

The primary audience for this report is managers involved with the highest levels of the strategic planning process, and consultants who help their clients with this task. This research is appropriate for

- Potential WiMAX service providers
- Current BWA service providers
- 3G service providers
- WiMAX equipment vendors
- WiMAX semiconductor and IP vendors
- VoIP service providers.

The Future of MVNOs in the 3G era

Analysys Research — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

With over 100 Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) launched since 1999 in Western Europe and over 30 present in the USA, mobile operators cannot ignore the impact that MVNOs are having on the market. MVNOs are taking significant market share (nearly one quarter of customers in Denmark, for example), and are increasing churn and subscriber acquisition costs in many markets. Also, because most MVNOs to date have focused on offering discounted voice services, they have increased price competition and lowered ARPU. Regulatory environments are encouraging more MVNOs in developed mobile markets, but their relationships with mobile operators are changing substantially in the new 3G era.

2005-2006 - Canada - Telecoms, Mobile and Broadband

Paul Budde Communication Pty Ltd. — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

The 4th edition of the Telecoms, Mobile and Broadband in Canada report continues a comprehensive coverage of the Canadian Telco market with a focus on Next Generation Networks and Convergence. This report comprehensively covers the key areas of interest including:

- Market developments, forecasts and analysis
- Key players in the market
- Broadband and Internet Market
- Wireless communications
- Mobile Communications
- Next Generation Networks (NGNs)
- Fibre-to-the-Home (FttH)
- Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP)
- Convergence
- Digital and Satellite Television
- Video on Demand (VoD) and iTV

Broadband Wireless and WiMAX

IEC Publications — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

To remain competitive, service providers must develop a wireless strategy that coordinates offerings and networks between their wireline and wireless broadband infrastructures. Advances in fixed wireless broadband standards have enabled service providers to extend the reach and speed of their high-speed services. In addition, the deployment of mobile broadband solutions such as 3G is inaugurating a new era in communications.

WiBro: Is It Really Mobile WiMAX in Disguise?

ABI Research — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

WiBro is a soon to be implemented mobile high-speed Wireless Internet access service for the South Korean market. Positioned between traditional wired broadband access and mobile phone data services, it could fill an important niche. KT and SK Telecom are aggressively preparing to launch commercial WiBro services early next year. WiBro equipment vendors and service operators are making progress at a faster pace than the mobile WiMAX camp in terms of standard realization and system rollout.

Networking Unplugged

ChannelWeb.com Research — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Wireless is thriving. The establishment of widely accepted standards means most of the technology's performance and security issues have been, or will be, ironed out. As a result, countless vendors large and small-many of them not even traditional networking companies-have been developing wireless solutions for all aspects of the corporate world. The availability of affordable, secure broadband, the development of more sophisticated handheld and laptop devices, and the resulting increase in remote workers and telecommuters have combined to make business-class wireless LANs a sector that's receiving as much recent attention as any in the IT industry.

Voice Over Wireless Local Area Networks

Wireless Projects — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This report gives an overview of the technical requirements for Voice over WLAN deployments and then follows with an review of the 'pure-lay' WLAN companies, developing the latest Wi-Fi solutions.

Wireless Setbacks and Advancements, Desktop Back up Made Easy

Robert Frances Group — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

IT executives will see several more RIM announcements on pending litigation over the next few months, while the U.S. courts decide which body should rule on the outstanding issues. IT executives should not get overly caught up in or concerned by these activities until the final rulings are made. Whatever the final outcome may be, RFG is confident that RIM will do all it can to ensure service will not be halted or disrupted by all of these wranglings.

Global Mobile Broadcast Transmission Services Market

The Business Analysts Group — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Trend-setting carriers in Japan and South Korea are looking to satellites for broadcasting delivery of TV and even digital music content to handsets. But it's not just these two innovative markets, a few forward-looking mobile operators and manufacturers in Europe have also started trials of the technology. So there is no doubt about it, Mobile TV is coming and you need to be aware of its potential now.

Mobile TV - Opportunities for Streamed & Broadcast Services

Juniper Research — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This is a thorough examination of the market opportunity for TV on mobile devices. Separate networks over which mobile content is broadcast using technologies such as DVB-H, DMB and MediaFLO. It provides a detailed and comprehensive analysis of potential worldwide trends in mobile TV over the coming 5 years.

MVNOs and MVNEs: Analyzing the Viability of Virtual Mobile Players

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Are MVNOs profitable? Is consolidation inevitable? The mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) model has gained in popularity over the past two to three years; more ventures have followed in Virgin's path (the model's pioneer), with the MVNO model going through a number of iterations. As the MVNO market continues to expand, a new category of players, MVNEs - mobile virtual network enablers - has emerged, riding on the coattails of strong MVNO growth.

3Q 2005 WLAN Market Share Report

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

In 3Q05, worldwide Wi-Fi revenue increased by 13.9% year-over-year, up from $679.9 million in 3Q04. Wi-Fi unit shipments showed a 16.2% gain from the previous quarter, while ASPs dropped 6%. More than half of the access product shipments for the SOHO/consumer segment were routers with wireless functionality. Shipments of wireless gateway products, which combine routing with an embedded modem, also increased. Wireless gateways enable back-end managed home networks, and increased revenue opportunities for service providers.

Q4 2005 Broadband WW Market Share

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This report provides quarterly and annual worldwide market shares for the Broadband Wireless Access (BWA),DSL and Cable markets. This report provides the reader with extensive, in-depth market shares. Important Details: Market Shares are for the most recent 12 quarters Market Shares are provided in Ports, Units and Manufacturer Sales Vendors surveyed include 3Com, Actiontec, ADC, AFC, ADTRAN, Alcatel, Arris, Com21, Cisco, D-Link, Inovia, Huawei, Linksys, Lucent, Motorola, Netgear, NEC, Nokia, Nortel, Paradyne, Samsung, Siemens, Terayon, Thomson Multimedia, Toshiba, Westell, SMC, UTStarcom, ZTE and ZyXEL The following market segments are included in this report: Total Broadband Equipment (xDSL, Cable), Total Broadband xDSL Equipment, DSL CPE Devices (Modems/Routers, IADs), xDSL Infrastructure Equipment, DSLAMs, DSLAM Port Split - ADSL/IDSL/SDSL/SHDSL, Total Broadband Cable Equipment, Cable Modems/Routers, CMTS (a.k.a., Head-End) Equipment

Worldwide WiMAX Semiconductor 2006-2010 Forecast and Analysis

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This IDC study examines the semiconductor opportunity in WiMAX customer premise equipment (CPE), client, and infrastructure. January saw the first officially 802.16-2004 WiMAX-certified products, and the mobile 802.16e standard was ratified just at the end of 2005. A handful of major semiconductor vendors and several start-ups are looking to gain from a boom in WiMAX markets, but they are more likely to see slow and steady growth in the near future. This study examines the outlook for standard WiMAX semiconductor solutions in both fixed and mobile implementations. "If all goes well, 2006 could be remembered as the year WiMAX became real. More fixed WiMAX networks will come online, and true mobile WiMAX trials will commence." ? Allen Leibovitch, director, Communications and Consumer Semiconductors

A Healthy Year For Mobile Handsets: 4Q05 Quarterly Update

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

The handset market celebrates another great year as shipments exceeded 803 million. Several factors contributed to the success of the handset market, including technology, penetration rates and costs. This quarterly update reports on 4Q05 handset shipments by manufacturer and region. It also explores shipments by technology, including a 3G breakdown along with the handset ASP by technology. Camera phones, along with Smartphone shipments and OS market shares, are exhibited within the report.

Mobile TV for Marketers: Monetizing the Smallest Screen

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

The Mobile TV for Marketers report aggregates the latest data from leading marketing and communication researchers with eMarketer numbers, projections and analysis to provide the information you need to stay ahead of rapidly developing new channel.

Asia Pacific Mobile Handset Market Analysis

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

RNCOS' "Asia Pacific Mobile Handset Market Analysis", report provides extensive research and objective analysis on the growing marketplace for the Asia Pacific mobile handset industry, their technologies, and impact on the market. This report helps clients to analyze the leading-edge opportunities critical to the success of the growing mobile handset market throughout the Asia Pacific region. Detailed data and analysis helps handset manufacturers, service providers, and investors navigate the evolving market of mobile handsets.

Cutting Edge Mobile Handsets in Asia

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

In line with the surging cellular subscriber numbers, the handset market also devloped quickly in the APAC region. Cutting edge mobile phones--phones integrated with various multimedia and rich-data functionalities--were increasing their share of total phones shipped in the market. With a sum of 252.3 million phones shipped in the APAC region in 2005, 53.4% had camera functions, as the plunging price of such modes in emerging markets greatly promoted their adoption. Phones with music-playing capabilities were 23.0% of phones sold; the figure is above the global average of 13.6%. Smartphones were 3.8% of the market and local design and manufacturing capacity emerged as a major driver of the adoption of smartphones in the APAC region. Mobile digital broadcasting TV phones, and cellular phones with alternative wireless broadband connectivity, were introduced to early adopters in South Korea and Japan. Other cutting edge phones, such as phones with electronic payment function and gaming-centered phones also experienced rapid growth in 2005. Towards 2009, 67.0% of mobiles sold in APAC will have a camera function while 37.3% will be able to play music. The adoption of other cutting edge functions will remain niche markets, and the marketing efforts will continue to focus on specific customer groups.

BWA/WiMAX Brazilian Market Analysis

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

There will be 768,000 accumulated BWA/WIMAX subscribers in Brazil by 2010, of which two thirds will be WiMAX, according to the latest report, titled "BWA/WiMAX Brazilian Market Analysis." This new report, the first of a series that will include reports on Russia, India and other countries, provides an in-depth review of the broadband wireless and WiMAX markets and regulatory activity taking place in Brazil.

WTRS Telecom Industry Report

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

The report analyzes and forecasts the overall Telecom client-side RF chipset market. It is written primarily for component-level companies who are in the process of evaluating the Telecom market and the participation of WiMAX (802.16a, 802.16d-2004, and 802.16e).

Business Demand for Wireless Voice and Data Services in the US

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Based on a survey of more than 1,000 wireless users in US business, this report is a snapshot of wireless voice and data usage. All data are sorted by business size (SOHO, small, mid-sized, and large business). The topics covered include: Current and forecast number of firms and distribution of US employees by firm size,monthly voice Minutes of Use (MoU) and spending on wireless service,monthly spending on cellular data services, including 3G, interest in 3G data services, as well as the number of current users, penetration of Wi-Fi usage and the amount paid for Wi-Fi service and more.

Broadband Strategies for the Fixed Market

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

WiMAX and its precursors are being used for fixed Broadband Wireless networks today. The IEEE 802.16-2004 version of WiMAX is being adopted by carriers in developing countries as their primary means for providing broadband services, by competitive carriers globally to penetrate new markets, and by large incumbent carriers to extend their broadband networks into rural areas; This report identifies about 75 Broadband Wireless deployments globally including many in developing countries in Asia, Africa, and Latin America as well as competitive carriers and incumbent carriers in Europe and North America.

POINT TO POINT MICROWAVE RADIO The Market in 2006 and the Coming Decade

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

The PTP Microwave study assesses the market for point-to-point microwave radios operating above 1 GHz. It pays special attention to the cellular backhaul segment, which remains the largest application for PTP radios, and also to trends within the mobile market such as deployment and uptake of data, video, and audio services. Analysis and figures are provided regarding total 2G through 3G cellular base station deployments as well as for next generation IP-based network deployments such as 802.16, 802.20, UMTS TDD, and FLASH-OFDM and how this will affect the PTP radio segment.

A Competitive Analysis of Tier 1 US Wireless Carriers Markets Post Consolidation

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This Frost & Sullivan research service titled A Competitive Analysis of Tier 1 US Wireless Carriers provides a concise yet comprehensive look at the four major U.S. carriers in the wireless space. In this study, Frost & Sullivan's expert analysts thoroughly examine the following markets/applications/technologies: 3G roadmap, media content, prices, and plans.

Worldwide WiMAX Market Development in 2006

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Provides forecast of global WiMAX equipment market value until 2010. Examines WiMAX development in regional markets, types of operators providing WiMAX services, technology development, spectrum used by operators for WiMAX services. Also analyzes network equipment needed by different types of operators, leading equipment vendors and IC suppliers, and WiMAX applications.

Mobile Music: Ringtones, Full Track Downloads & Streaming, 2006-2011' (3rd Edition)

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This comprehensive third edition concerns the evolving market opportunity for mobile music including ringtones, ringback tones, full track downloads & streaming. With over 195 pages this report considers the next five years and is packed with market forecasts, assessment & technology comparisons. Mobile Music contains the latest research to date on the drivers & constraints associated with ringtones, ringbacks, and OTA full track mobile music, with market breakdowns by product type and regional outlooks for the mobile music market.

2006 Development of the Japanese Mobile Phone Market and Industry

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

With the fierce competition in Japanese and overseas markets, the Japanese mobile phone market is expected to see a series of M&A activities in 2006. This report will review the performance of the Japanese mobile phone industry in 2005 and the first quarter of 2006, and analyze its development in 2006.

2006 Global Wireless Broadband - Moving into New Business Models Report

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Annual report on: Wireless broadband, WiFi, WiMAX, WLANs, WLL, Mobile Data, HSDPA & IMS, Mobile TV, 3G and 4G. Regional overviews on: North and South America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Africa and the Middle East.

2006 Global Wireless Broadband - Moving into New Business Models Report

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

The Future of Mobile Voice - How Mobile VoIP will Challenge the Mobile Carrier Business Model

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Part two in the VoIP report series, The Future of Mobile Voice adds the mobile market perspective to the fixed operator analysis made in Part one of the set: VoIPocapolypse Now - How Google, Skype, and Yahoo! will Change Fixed Telcos Models. Learn the analysts' insights on the impact of VoIP on the mobile telecom market, now and in the future.

WiMAX and Broadband Wireless (Sub-11GHz) Worldwide Market Analysis and Trends 2006-2012 - 4th ...

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

The study exposes how the BWA market (sub-11GHz) has grown from US$562 million in 2004 to US$637 million in 2005, representing 18% of increase. According to us, the WiMAX-certified equipment will reach $140 million in 2006 representing 17% of the entire BWA industry, Furthermore, we predict an accumulated 87 million BWA subscribers by the end of 2012, 67 million of which will be WiMAX subscribers.

Broadband Wireless Access - Potential for Mobile WiMAX & Alternative BWA Technologies

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This report focuses on the debate over the place in the equation of fixed and mobile WiMAX, traditional 3G technologies and their offspring - UMTS TDD, FLASH-OFDM and iBurst. Alternative BWA technologies are evolving quickly. The biggest change in the BWA industry is undoubtedly the WiMAX ecosystem's shift towards a new mobile standard. Alternative broadband wireless technologies have now been tested in actual conditions in many commercial deployments. Equipment availability for each standard or proprietary solution is also essential, as it drives adoption by operators and end users.

In-Dustry Update: 3G Cellular Deployment Report

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This report lists carriers that have both deployed 3G systems and purchased 3G equipment, but have not yet deployed it. Included in this list are the cellular carriers' name, the technology used, country, launch date, and the date of their last 3G equipment contract announced. In most cases, the equipment maker that sold equipment to the operator is also listed. 3G deployments are listed by date, technology, and country.

Guide to Municipal Broadband Network Projects

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This report presents case studies of various municipal initiatives around the world, highlighting the issues and challenges that the municipalities concerned have had to face. The various solutions they have chosen to address such issues as, "Who should own the network?", "Who should operate it?", and "How much control over pricing and coverage should a municipality be allowed to have", are described in this report.

WiMAX Growth Opportunities in Asia Pacific

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This report titled WiMAX Growth Opportunities in Asia Pacific provides an overview of the status of fixed and mobile WiMAX deployment in the region along with key market drivers, restraints, trends, vendor profiles, and regulatory conditions.

Can WiMAX Challenge 3G? Performance, Economics, and Opportunities

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

The result is an in-depth, case-study based analysis about the viability of WiMAX, and the potential threat it poses to 3G. We include over 20 pages of specific market forecasts, case studies, analyses of competitive landscapes by region, and overview of current deployments. Finally, we include a regionalized breakdown of operators' responses to 23 questions about their plans for WiMAX.

In-Depth Analysis: WiMAX Market in China: The Next PHS

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

WiMAX has an excellent opportunity to expand China's market for fixed, portable, and mobile broadband access. Though traction in the 802.16-2004 (fixed) market will be important, the real success of WiMAX in China will depend on the much larger 802.16(e) market. This report evaluates market potential for WiMAX in these applications, the technologies that will compete with WiMAX, and the potential outcomes in China. The estimates for WiMAX subscribers, base stations, and CPEs are provided for both conservative and aggressive forecasts.

Is UMA the Answer for Convergence?

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This Frost & Sullivan research service discusses issues pertaining to FMC and compares UMA with IMS SIP. Moreover, this study keenly considers the 22 attributes needed for FMC and offers an analysis based on the intense scrutiny of these factors.

In-Depth Analysis: WiMAX and Cellular: Threat or Opportunity Cellular Carrier Strategies

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This report includes some background on WiMAX, the market challenges for WiMAX, and the state of the cellular market, which WiMAX will be competing against. There are also sections on medium-range WiMAX, Voice over WiMAX and Mobile Voice over WiMAX, and a section on why cellular operators should care about WiMAX. The report concludes with some strategies for cellular operators toward WiMAX.

World Quarterly Retail Systems Outlook on POS Systems; Handheld Terminals and Tablet PC Markets ...

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This Frost & Sullivan research service analyzes the three key technologies in retail: POS systems, HHTs/mobile data computers, and tablet PCs. It discusses in-depth unit shipments and revenue forecast analysis by retail segment and retailer tier for World, North America, Latin America, EMEA and APAC regions.

The Wireless Multimedia LAN: Requirements and Outlook

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This comprehensive report probes the features and applications of next-generation Wi-Fi 802.11n technology, examines market requirements for wireless multimedia networking, compares & contrasts competing technologies, analyzes industry issues and the competitive landscape, and predicts market size and demand for a variety of wireless multimedia applications, including home networking equipment, computers, and fixed and mobile entertainment CE devices.

Broadband Wireless Access - Potential for Mobile WiMAX & Alternative BWA Technologies

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

There are many signs of a renewed interest in Broadband Wireless Access technologies: the much-discussed Sprint Nextel decision to select mobile WiMAX for its 2.5 GHz network, carriers taking a careful look at the advanced Korean market, and the huge sums reached at recent spectrum auctions.

Sprint Selects Its 4G Technology; WiMAX is the Winner (Competitive Intelligence Report)

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Sprint disclosed its 4G plans, with WiMAX winning out over competitive alternatives, including Flarions OFDM and IPWireless TD-CDMA. The decision also ensures that Sprint can meet FCC requirements for use of its 2.5G spectrum

Smart Antennas - Global Strategic Business Report

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This report analyzes the Global market for Smart Antennas in US$. Annual forecasts are provided for each region for the period of 2000 through 2010. The report concentrates on technological applications of Smart Antenna such as Wi-Fi, WiMAX and Cellular Systems, and Broadband Wireless Access Networks. Global regional segmentation as covered in this report includes USA, Canada, Japan, Europe (France, Germany, UK, Italy, Spain, Russia and Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World.

Apple iPhone: Looking Past the Hype

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Apple announced the release of its long-anticipated iPhone to an adoring world on January 9, 2007 and, unlike many other products, seems to have exceeded even the most optimistic expectations. But will it have a significant impact on the mobile phone market, on the mobile carriers or the mobile music market? This report puts the iPhone in perspective in both the mobile phone markets and the portable media player markets.

Global MMS Markets: An Analysis

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This study analyzes the MMS markets worldwide and the industry value chain that has evolved against the backdrop of changing demographics, as well as emerging technologies. Apart from assessing the growth drivers and major challenges in the MMS domain, the study examines the key strategies put in place by major infrastructure and device providers, such as Logica, Nokia and Ericsson, as well as network operators, such as Vodafone, Sprint Nextel and NTT DoCoMo. It also captures the important trends and key issues in shaping the outlook for this industry.

AT&T Wireless Services Inc. - Company Profile

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

The Company Profile provides very comprehensive information about the company. Every Company Profile created by researchers at Globus Research is a result of meticulous research done on the company. The profile doesn't only provide factual data about the company but it also includes price history and charting, an extended business summary, financial history and information on management, insiders and institutions. The report also includes a SWOT analysis of the company as well as a competitive analysis with its top 3 competitors. The profile also provides information about the various strategies adopted by the company. The company profile, which is regularly updated, includes highly valuable information that can be helpful in making an informed decision about the company.

3G Wireless Broadband for Laptops

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

HSDPA and EVDO networks have now been widely deployed globally. As with initial 3G launches these networks are first being used to deliver wireless broadband via data cards- initially targeted at the enterprise. Yet unlike previous technologies, the technologies are providing a user experience which lives up to the marketing.

Deciphering the Cost of WiMAX Licenses - The Cost of WiMAX Spectrum, Why it is Cheaper Than 3G ...

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Over the past ten years, regulators around the globe have issued spectrum for broadband wireless access (BWA). With the recent standardization of both fixed and mobile WiMAX, more regulators are auctioning WiMAX spectrum. Still, the patterns are not always uniform, and spectrum pricing varies from market to market. This report takes an in-depth look at the drivers of WiMAX spectrum pricing.

WCDMA Development Report, 2005-2006

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

After giving a detailed description on WCDMA technology, this report analyses the structure and trends of the WCDMA market in the world and in China. It also carries out precise analyses about the WCDMA network equipment manufacturers, the WDCMA terminal chip manufacturers, the WCDMA handset suppliers and the WDCMA testing equipment manufacturers. Finally, it provides key elements about the WDCMA upgrade to HSDPA.

3G Cellular Deployment Report

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

For the last five years, cellular carriers around the world have been deploying 3G systems. In the early years there were many problems, but over time, the roll-outs of 3G have gone on like clockwork. Currently, there are more than 190 3G systems (WCDMA/HSDPA & CDMA2000 1X EV-DO Rev. 0 & A) in operation, and another 20 carriers have purchased 3G infrastructure (but haven't commercially launched it for one reason or another). This report lists carriers that have both deployed 3G systems and purchased 3G equipment, but have not yet deployed it. Included in this list are the cellular carriers' names, the technology used, country, launch date, and the date of their last 3G equipment contract announced.

Broadband Wireless Systems (WiMAX) Market Opportunities, Strategies, and Forecasts, 2007 to 2013

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

EarthLink and San Francisco have finalized a Wi-Fi contract. The contract enables EarthLink to build a citywide wireless network and Google to provide free Internet access. The emergency services of the city will leverage the communications technology. This agreement gives San Francisco a leadership position in wireless technology. The network ensures universal, affordable wireless broadband access for all people in San Francisco. Children and students have the digital tools to ensure for access to the Internet.

Enabling Wimax Coverage Access Expected To Be the Biggest Challenge for the Emergence of Mobile ...

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

According to a new report the nascent mobile broadband market is primed for the emergence of WiMAX-enabled consumer electronics (CE) devices. "Opportunities and Risks for Embedding WiMAX in Consumer Electronics" is the first report covering the intersection of WiMAX and CE. The report details the status of WiMAX technologies, services critical to WiMAX success, CE products geared to WiMAX delivery, and manufacturer plans.

Mobile TV: Global Standards Review & Forecast for Infrastructure & Handsets 2007-2011

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

The big issues about mobile TV are whether people really want to watch television programming on a screen that small, and if so, how long will it take to happen and what exactly will the experience be like? During the research for this report, the answers to these questions have become obvious: doubt about the rise of mobile TV as a major new technology area will be swept aside by the large number of possibilities in front of the cellular and broadcasting communities. In every single trial, of video on a handset, between 60% and 85% of the audience said, "When can I buy one?" or words to that effect.

3G Market Outlook (2007-2010)

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

The' "3G Market Outlook (2007-2010)" report provides extensive research and objective analysis on the 3G markets worldwide, its performance, and future prospects. This reports helps the clients to analyze the key trends and developments in the worldwide 3G market. This report also examines and provides insight into the various dimensions of the worldwide 3G industry, including market segmentation, current market size, and its forecast across segments, major players and their market shares, end user analysis, regional market analysis, key industry drivers etc. It also highlights the success factors and opportunities in worldwide 3G industry.

The WiMAX Value Proposition Capex, Opex, Performance

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

WiMAX detractors are getting more vocal, with executives at companies such as Ericsson and Qualcomm expressing skepticism. But as work to implement the network technology makes progress, WiMAX also continues to generate true believers, and the upcoming battle with other wireless broadband technologies is shaping up to be decisive for many players. We look beyond unfounded claims and pipe dreams to examine known facts and form projections based on realistic assumptions. WiMAX needs--and deserves--a closer look.

Where is It? - The Worldwide Market for Wi-Fi RFID

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Whether it is keeping track of valuable assets, or reducing the time spent searching for assets, industries are looking to leverage wireless technologies to solve these challenges. Wi-Fi, while rather new to this application, has started to make waves in asset tracking. This report looks at the quickly growing market for Wi-Fi RFID. Covered in this report is an overview of real-time location systems (RTLS), radio frequency identification (RFID) standards and technologies, key market players, 2006 Wi-Fi RFID tag market share, and the forecast for Wi-Fi RFID tag shipments. Key elements of this report include: 1. 2006 Wi-Fi tag market shares 2. Forecast of Wi-Fi tag shipments for 2006 through 2011 3. Forecast of Wi-Fi tag revenues for 2006 through 2011

Wimax Licensing And Spectrum Trends In Asia-Pacific

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This report provides information on spectrum and licensing trends for WiMAX within Asia-Pacific. Of the key WiMAX spectrum bands (2.3GHz, 2.5GHz and 3.5GHz), no one band is broadly available across Asia-Pacific and licences are often unfavourable to broad deployment. However, large blocks of spectrum are now beginning to be licensed and the situation for WiMAX deployment in key markets will become much clearer during 2007.

2007 Australia - Wireless Broadband - Personal Broadband

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This report provides high-level overviews and strategic analyses of the developments in wireless broadband. It identifies business opportunities, points out the hype and the pitfalls, and it will be of assistance in making the right business decisions.

The Wi-Fi Chipset Market: Portable Connectivity Applications Drive Volumes

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Although dual-mode cellular/Wi-Fi handsets represented only 3% of total shipments for 2006, we believe that this category will be the break-out market segment in 2007, and by 2009, will account for 20% of the total market. We believe that during the forecast period from 2007 through 2011, portable connectivity applications will drive Wi-Fi chipsets, with shipments growing because of the large growth of the mobile PC segment, the portable CE segment, and the dual-mode handset segment.

Global - Mobile - 3G - Analysis 2007

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

So far the introduction of 3G has been more about cannibalising traditional 2G services than about increasing overall mobile revenues. We are now however, finally beginning to see a more rapid rollout of 3G services, and it has become more important for mobile operators to tap into these new revenue streams - especially as there are not many other growth markets open to them at this time. In this report BuddeComm discusses 3G market developments, including the evolution of 3G to 4G. The report also includes information on one of the more visible companies in the 3G market - Hutchison with its 3 service.

SP Development of Mobile Value-Added Service Market in China, Q1 2007

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

According to the statistics of Ministry of Information Industry, the number of China mobile users has reached 480 million, and mobile phone penetration rate has come to 35.3 units/ 100 persons by the first quarter of 2007. In fact, all China mobile users have become mobile value-added service consumers due to their passively receiving mobile short messages.

Multimedia Handsets 2007: Will Stingy US Multimedia Phone Users Turn Japanese?

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This report studies the adoption of multimedia handsets by respondents to an TAP survey. Information inside this report states that there still remains a significant amount of customer resistance to acquiring and using multimedia handsets.

Mobile Phone Platform (Baseband) Industry Report, 2006-2007

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

In 2006, China's mobile phone output reached 455 million units, accounting for 43.75% of global total of 1.04 billion units. And baseband is the heart of semiconductor devices of mobile phone.

The WiMAX Value Proposition Capex, Opex, Performance

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Broadband Wireless Systems (WiMAX) Market Opportunities, Strategies, and Forecasts, 2007 to 2013

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Worldwide WiMAX switch wireless WiMAX market forecasts at $157 million dollars in 2006, are anticipated to reach $26.7 billion by 2013. Broadband wireless markets are anticipated to grow as a result of the lower cost of implementing infrastructure using the WiMAX systems. The high speed services and the variety of services for PCs, wireless PDA communication devices and the small screen of a wireless handset are compelling market drivers.

The WiMAX Chipset Market: Mobile Is Where It's At

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

We expect the global WiMAX chipset market to reach approximately 21 million units in 2011, growing from 300 thousand chipset units in 2006. The overwhelming majority of 2005 and 2006 WiMAX chipsets were Fixed WiMAX (802.16d)-compliant, with a very small percentage in 2006 representing chipsets utilized in early WiBro devices. Fujitsu, Intel, Sequans, and Wavesat were the Fixed WiMAX baseband market leaders in 2005 and 2006. Leaders in the Fixed WiMAX RF IC space in 2005 and 2006 were Sierra Monolithics, Analog Devices, RF Magic, SiGe Semiconductor, TI, and Atmel.