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Ericsson lands exclusive supplier deal with MTS Allstream for network overlay
TM Staff

Ericsson has announced that it will provide Manitoba-based MTS Allstream a network solution to overlay its existing CDMA mobile network with HSPA+ technology. HSPA+ boosts network capacity and enables data rates of up to 21 Mbps. This will increase data speeds across MTS Allstream's entire CDMA network.

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Nokia recalling phone chargers
TM Staff

Nokia Corp. is recalling its AC-3E, AC-3U or AC-4U phone chargers due to a possible electric shock hazard. The AC-3E and AC-3U were made between June 15, 2009 and August 9, 2009 and the AC-4U between April 13, 2009 and October 25, 2009.

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Unified Communications pays for itself
TM Staff

The latest research from Aberdeen Group, a Harte-Hanks Company, titled "Unified Communications: Gaining a Competitive Advantage While on the Move," confirms the measurable business value of Unified Communications (UC). By streamlining internal and external communications, maximizing telecom spend, increasing productivity through improved collaboration, and reducing customer churn through increased customer responsiveness, 79% of the top performers achieved a break-even return on their UC investment within the first 12 months.

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Smartphone sales to overtake standard mobile phones by 2012
Anthony Gabryluk

Research firm Infonetics claims that smartphones are on track to post a 14.5% increase in the number of units sold worldwide in 2009, and a 21% compound annual growth rate from 2008 to 2013, significantly better than other mobile phone segments.

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Media phones, GPS, enjoy strong growth
Anthony Gabryluk

According to a new connected home devices study from ABI Research, “fourth screen” devices – some new, some variants on ideas that have been around for several years – promise novel experiences for users and new revenue streams for operators.

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