Huawei Successfully Verifies E-Band Microwave Equipment on LTE Test Network

Global - Huawei - Press Releases:

[Shenzhen, China, December 5th, 2011]: Huawei, a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) provider, today announced that it successfully deployed and verified the capabilities of its E-Band microwave equipment during a comprehensive LTE (Long Term Evolution) test network in Chengdu, China. The results of the test demonstrate the high service-bearing capability and market-readiness of Huawei's E-Band microwave equipment.

E-Band is a newer extremely high-frequency type of microwave band (80GHz) that supports multiple Gbit/s transmission bandwidths, meaning it is able to meet the considerable service backhaul requirements on LTE networks. Huawei's E-band microwave equipment enhances e-band microwave utilization as it offers a large capacity, is easy to install, and requires virtually no space in equipment rooms. A series of performance and pressure tests on a network with high LTE data usage has proven the high performance and advanced features of Huawei's E-band microwave equipment. Three months of successful operations during the extreme Chengdu summer heat and rain demonstrated the reliability and stability of the E-Band microwave prototype equipment. Tier 1 operators, including Telenor, Vodafone, and Italian Telecom, praised the advanced technology and high reliability of Huawei's E-Band microwave equipment.

Wireless operators worldwide are paying close attention to the developments and benefits of E-Band microwave technologies. In early 2011, Huawei's Milan R&D Center took the lead in implementing a high modulation scheme (64QAM) on E-band microwave and transmission capacity reached 2.5 Gbit/s. The full-outdoor E-Band microwave prototype equipment developed by Huawei has been bearing large-bandwidth services, such as multiple HD videos on demand and high-speed Internet access services between eNodeBs and mobile terminals on the outfield LTE network deployed at Huawei's Chengdu R&D Center since July, 2011.

Chen Shijun, Huawei's General Manager of Microwave Technology, said: "The implementation of this comprehensive test network is a big step in commercializing Huawei's E-Band microwave offerings. We will actively promote the commercialization of E-Band microwave technology to help operators bear large-bandwidth LTE services."

As a leader in the transmission network field, Huawei focuses on supplying operators with high-quality microwave, WDM/OTN, and MSTP/Hybrid MSTP products, and end-to-end transport network solutions. According to leading consulting firm Skylight, Huawei's microwave equipment ranked No. 2 worldwide as of Q1 of 2011, while the company's packet microwave equipment ranked No. 1 as of the same period.

Syniverse Wins New Business with SoftBank Mobile in Japan

Press Releases | News/Events | Syniverse Technologies:

TAMPA, Fla. – Dec. 6, 2011 – Syniverse today announced the expansion of its relationship with leading Japanese mobile operator SoftBank Mobile Corp., which has selected core Syniverse solutions, Data Clearing House (DCH) for GSM and Syniverse DataNet, to optimize its mobile roaming operations. This significant competitive takeaway is the latest in a number of Syniverse wins across Asia Pacific, including recently announced contracts in China, India and Korea.

“The focus and dedication of Syniverse’s in-region support team are very important to SoftBank as we focus on providing optimal service for our subscribers,” said Mr. Shigeyasu Suenaga, General Manager, International Service Department, SoftBank. “We look forward to enhancing our clearing operations as well as ensuring real-time fraud protection with these latest service additions.”

Via Syniverse’s DCH for GSM, SoftBank will reap benefits beyond a simplified data clearing process, including enhanced decision making through comprehensive financial, marketing and statistical reporting, as well as improved revenue assurance thanks to extensive data checking and fraud detection.

With DataNet, SoftBank will tap into Syniverse’s robust, cost-efficient Near Real-Time Roaming Data Exchange (NRTRDE) platform that provides immediate access to critical information needed to combat roaming fraud. As with each of the company’s solutions, Syniverse DataNet and DCH for GSM are backed by its world-class infrastructure and unmatched disaster recovery capabilities.

SoftBank has relied on Syniverse to stay ahead of subscriber demands since 2002, first using the Syniverse SCCP Gateway Service to enable global roaming for its customers. In addition, Softbank uses Syniverse’s Roaming Management Services to help increase efficiency among its roaming operations. The most recent service additions are a testament to the strong relationship the two companies have forged to make mobile work for SoftBank’s more than 27 million subscribers in Japan.

“We are pleased to be able to support SoftBank’s culture of innovation and dedication to excellence with these additional solutions, which exemplify how Syniverse enables operators to avoid the burdens of technical complexity and to focus on strategic business decisions that enhance the subscriber’s quality of experience,” said Jeff Gordon, President and CEO, Syniverse. “As the Asia-Pacific market grows, Syniverse remains ever more dedicated to providing the superior solutions and regional support that enable operators to enhance end-user experiences and find new ways to grow their businesses.”

Tata Communications launches mobile broadband solutions enabled by IPX+ framework

Tata Communications - Press Release:

New York (NYSE) and Mumbai (BSE) - 7 December 2011 - Tata Communications, a leading provider of The New World of Communications, today announces its IPX+ (IP eXchange) mobile broadband enablement framework. 70 mobile network operators (MNOs) have signed up for the new framework which is designed to help capitalise on the latest technology innovations in the mobile broadband space via better inter-provider mobile service delivery and management.

With mobile data volume growing nearly threefold annually, and close to 50% of that predicted to come from mobile video, the demands on mobile broadband solutions and services are set to increase dramatically.

Tata Communications' new framework provides a converged interconnect platform, enabling end-to-end management across mobile networks for the delivery of multiple services over IP. MNOs have consolidated access to mobile data roaming and transport options including Global VPN, IP transit and the newly available IPX Connect. IPX Connect provides GRX and managed transport with a path to IPX for data roaming and transport, together with greater Quality of Services (QoS) and security.

With the IPX+ framework, MNOs can support mobile applications with greater efficiency through a consolidated network that has optimised utilisation, simplified interconnect arrangements, and managed solutions. The quality of the customer experience can be delivered, and monetised, across networks with the right technology and operations support. The framework also brings the benefits of faster time to new services and leverages a smart and flexible infrastructure.

Allan Chan, Executive Vice President, Global Carrier Solutions, Tata Communications, says, "MNOs need solutions that deliver tangible benefits and improved efficiencies while tackling accelerated data growth. While IPX is a key component of the overall service, MNOs are looking at the areas where they can be better positioned to deliver and monetise the customer experience efficiently. The IPX+ framework was developed to address this need. We work with MNOs all around the world, supporting the largest on-net mobile and voice signalling community. 70 MNOs have already signed up to the IPX+ framework."

Voice and signalling / roaming solutions are integrated within the IPX+ framework. With added managed service delivery options, including strategic sourcing and management solutions, the IPX+ framework offers alternatives to improve efficiency and response time to changing demands.

Looking ahead, the IPX+ framework will also include LTE Roaming, Voice over LTE (VoLTE), and application enablement solutions for real-time rich media applications. LTE roaming trials are currently underway with multiple service providers.

Telecom has teamed up with Xbox 360 to provide a special offer for gamers

In the News : Telecom NZ Limited:

Telecom has teamed up with Xbox 360 to provide a special offer for gamers.

Until the end of February 2012, customers new to Telecom broadband will be eligible for either a 12-month Xbox LIVE Gold subscription card, or a new wireless modem for no additional charge, when they sign up to a 12-month contract on Telecom’s Total Home Broadband plan.

With an Xbox LIVE Gold subscription card, customers will receive online multi-player gaming, and early access to content such as free game demos.*

Customers can also connect with friends and followers on Facebook and Twitter, and get regular access to thousands of high-definition movies.**

Steven Blackburn, Xbox Marketing Manager for Microsoft NZ said, “With a growing catalogue of online entertainment options and one of the best multiplayer experiences available, customers can be confident they are making the most out of their home broadband.”

Jason Paris, Telecom’s Chief Marketing Officer said, “We’re really excited to be working with Xbox on a great offer that not only recognises the growing importance of online entertainment, but utilises one of Telecom’s great value broadband plans.”

As part of the 12-month contract with Total Home Broadband, Telecom will also waive the standard broadband connection fee and access connection fee for any new customer that doesn’t currently have a Telecom home phone.

Telecom has today announced that it is to commence a review of its capital structure

In the News : Telecom NZ Limited

Telecom has today announced that it is to commence a review of its capital structure, following the completion of the Chorus demerger.

“Telecom will be focused on its core business of delivering outstanding service to New Zealand mobile, broadband and ICT customers,” said Paul Reynolds, Telecom CEO. “Further, the new board has endorsed management’s commencement of a review to ensure Telecom’s capital structure is appropriate as we move into the new world.”

As noted in Telecom’s scheme booklet dated 13 September, Telecom intends to adopt a capital structure consistent with maintaining an “A band” credit rating.

“Post demerger, scope exists for some form of capital management, while still maintaining an “A band” rating,” he said.

Telecom expects to provide more information relating to its capital structure at its half year results in February 2012.