Will Verizon’s Open Network Lead to True FMC?
Posted on November 28, 2007 - Filed Under Commentary | 1 Comment
Verizon’s move to open up its network to any device or application indicates a major shift from the walled garden approach in the U.S. cellular industry, and opens up a real possibility of attaining the much sought after concept of Fixed Mobile Convergence. As the number two carrier behind AT&T, Verizon is well positioned to gain market share and spur some badly needed innovation of device and application development in the cellular markets.
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Read More..>>Sprint to Dump WiMax Plans?
Posted on November 10, 2007 - Filed Under WiMax | Leave a Comment
The departure of Sprint CEO Gary Forsee in October was a clear indication that shareholders were getting antsy over his 3 billion dollar WiMax aspirations. A disappointing 3rd quarter earnings report released November 1st; followed by yesterdays break with Clearwire, seem to point to the boards intentions of abandoning a project of the largest holder of WiMax spectrum in the country.
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