WiMAX networks are being rolled out now and LTE roll-outs will begin at the end of 2010. Network operators must do better at developing business models and operational thinking than with 3G. They need to manage bandwidth more efficiently, and develop a persuasive new pricing model that will not result in clogging up their networks. The second part will be harder.
Wind Mobile will soon be carrying the Nokia 5230 along with its other smartphones like the HTC Maple and RIM's BlackBerry Bold 9700. This is only the second touchscreen phone for Wind, and may be a harbinger of more devices from the Finnish company in the future.
Cable, and satellite operators all saw sustained – but slowed – video subscriber growth in 2009. As a result, operators held off on more significant infrastructure investments, resulting in a down year for video infrastructure overall outside of VOD servers and edge QAMs.
XM Canada, a provider of audio entertainment and information services, has announced plans to launch the XM online+ App for BlackBerry smartphones, a further indication that Research in Motion means more than business.
The University of Winnipeg, Concordia University in Montreal, and the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology all use technology from Cisco Systems, whether for videoconferencing, call centers, or Wi-Fi.
Canada’s universities have to deliver advanced information and communication infrastructures to a constantly changing user base. For a university, having a dynamic technology environment can be part of its appeal to students and research dollars. The challenge is to deliver quality service to a distributed, demanding, and constantly changing user base.
Telus BlackBerry users across Canada will soon see the Zoompass application icon on the home screen of their BlackBerry devices, and Wind Mobile is offering customers credit to break their contracts.
