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| January 9, 2007 |
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Yahoo! steps up mobile search
Yahoo! aims to be the go-to engine for mobile Web search by putting the choice to download its software in the hands of users, rather than relying on carriers. The company intends to tailor search results to the mobile environment and is expected to announce partnerships with several handset manufacturers. The Wall Street Journal (1/8) NYTimes.com (1/8)
Nokia embraces Skype
Nokia will make Skype services available for download on the N800 Internet tablet later this year. The N800 will enable wireless networks to be used for Skype calls. TWICE (1/8)
Sprint announces initial WiMAX cities
Sprint Nextel selected Chicago and Washington as its first two WiMAX cities, which will come online before the end of 2007. The carrier plans to reach 100 million people with the network by the end of 2008 and is working with various vendors, including LG, which is working on a new infotainment device. Forbes (1/8)
Ericsson signs on to upgrade network in Bangladesh
LM Ericsson inked an equipment-supply deal to improve the coverage capacity of Ranks Telecom's network. The upgrade will be carried out across the country, but emphasis will be put on Comilla, Khulna, Bogra and Rajshahi. Forbes/AFX News Limited (1/9)
Podcast: Alcatel-Lucent looks ahead
Alcatel-Lucent's marketing chief delves into where the telecom-equipment maker is headed now that the merger is complete. Telephony Online (1/8)
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Electronics revenue estimated at $155 billion for 2007
Factory-to-dealer sales of consumer electronics devices are estimated to grow 7% in 2007, exceeding $155 billion, according to a report. "One of the biggest drivers of both the audio and portable entertainment markets is the MP3 player," especially now that many consumers are seeking to replace their first-generation models, said a consumer-electronics industry spokesman. Radio Ink (1/8)
Study: Music-enabled mobile phones gain in popularity
In the U.S., 23.5 million wireless customers own wireless phones equipped with a built-in music player, according to Telephia, which calculates that, in the third quarter of 2006, close to 20% of all new phones purchased were music phones. Most users still opt to grab music files from their PC to load onto their phones, rather than use over-the-air technology. cellular-news (U.K.) (1/8)
Modeo launches beta service in New York
Crown Castle's Modeo is rolling out its broadcast mobile-TV service in New York, hoping a successful demonstration in the city will spark interest among carriers. The company plans to demonstrate its multicast wireless video network by putting digital broadcast video-handheld handsets into the hands of trendsetters. Telephony Online (1/8)
Networks look to send shows to TV via Web
Cable networks such as Nickelodeon, Showtime and Starz have reached deals with Microsoft that will allow customers to watch their Web-based programs on TV, rather than on a PC. The moves represent a growing trend to unite television with the Internet. The Wall Street Journal (1/8) Multichannel News (1/8)
Internet stands out as venue of choice for VoIP sales
The majority of VoIP shoppers are deciding to buy services online rather than at retail in large part because of interoperability and merchandising issues. "We're still experimenting with what hardware and service combination will resonate with consumers," a Netgear official said. TWICE (1/8)
Dual-mode phones support Skype voice services
Netgear and Thomson each unveiled new dual-mode phones that enable service delivery using Skype's VoIP as well as a landline. Each new phone makes use of the Digital Enhanced Cordless Communications cordless phone standard. InfoWorld/IDG News Service (1/8)
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Europe greenlights Motorola buy
Motorola's planned purchase of Symbol Technologies received the blessing of European regulators. EU officials believe competition will continue to exist in the sector even after the companies are combined. Chicago Tribune (1/9)
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