Topic: Publications & Resources
The new items published under this topic are as follows.
2006 Another Challenging Year For European Cellular Operators
Study Highlights Worsening Subscriber Churn and Revenue Outlook
Boston, MA -/January 25, 2006 - Wi-Fi Technology News/- Cellular operators in Western Europe should be prepared for another challenging year in 2006, according to the latest research from the Strategy Analytics Wireless Network Strategies service.
Mobile Companies Will Generate $6.35 Billion During 2006 Football World Cup
San Francisco, CA, and London, UK-/January 20, 2006 - Wi-Fi Technology News/-The 2006 football World Cup is seen as an opportunity to promote 3G, yet it will be established content, such as text-based services that will generate the most significant revenue. That is the opinion of the latest study, "World Cup 2006: Scoring with mobile content and services" published by industry research company visiongain.
Bluetooth Will Penetrate Low End Device Segments, Says Mako Analysis
?2006 will be the year of multiple device colour options with leading edge technology such as HSDPA taking a back seat to existing growth areas such as killer form factor innovation, music and camera functionality?
London, UK, -/January 20, 2006 - Wi-Fi Technology News/- UK based mobile market analysis, research and consulting firm Mako Analysis has unveiled an interesting insight into the major wireless handset trends that we are likely to see emerge through 2006.
Number Of Mobile Subscribers Worldwide To Rise To 3.96 Billion By 2011
-/January 20, 2006 - Wi-Fi Technology News/-A new market study from Portio Research predicts that 50% of the world?s population will be using a mobile phone by the end of 2009, and Africa now boasts the fastest growth rate in the world, forecast to add 265 million new mobile subscribers over the next 6 years. The report, ?Worldwide Mobile Market Forecasts 2006 ? 2011? provides a comprehensive analysis of worldwide mobile markets, growth forecasts and network operator market shares.
More Home builders Devoting Time To Evaluating New Technologies
Research finds more home builders in 2006 devoting time and resources to evaluating new technologies, seeking differentiation on enhanced entertainment options
Dallas, Texas -/January 19, 2006 - Wi-Fi Technology News/- With the prospect of a tight market in 2006, home builders are increasingly seeking out new technologies, especially in home networking and audio distribution, to differentiate their offerings and boost sales, according to Parks Associates.
U.S. Online Entertainment Consumer Spending Will Grow 260% By 2010
Consumer spending for Internet entertainment services to grow 260% in five years; global home network and broadband penetration to grow significantly during same time
Dallas, Texas -/January 18, 2006 - Wi-Fi Technology News/- U.S. consumer spending for online entertainment, including on-demand gaming, music, and video services, will grow by 260% in the next five years, according to "Digital Lifestyles: 2006 Outlook," a new study from Parks Associates. Driven by broadband usage and innovations in digital entertainment platforms and content services, revenues will grow from $2.4 billion in 2006 to nearly $9 billion in 2010.
Mobile Games To Benefit From Cross Platform Marketing And Branding
Boston, MA -/January 18, 2006 - Wi-Fi Technology News/- Strategy Analytics, the global research and consulting company, today released, "Mobile Video Gaming: Shooting Towards Community & Multiplayer Access." The increasing ownership of multimedia handsets across all consumer segments, rising consumer awareness of mobile games and the direct participation of game console giants, such as Electronic Arts, all point towards a positive outlook for this sector.
Bluetooth Devices Market Grew To More Than 272 Million Units In 2005
Cambridge Silicon Radio (CSR) Stays Ahead of Powerhouse Competitors
London, England -/January 13, 2006 - Wi-Fi Technology News/- Strategy Analytics asserts that the market for Bluetooth-enabled devices grew to more than 272 million units in 2005, twice the number of units shipped globally in 2004, as outlined in "Bluetooth Doubles: CSR Still Gaining Momentum." To date, Bluetooth for hands-free cellphones has driven the adoption of Bluetooth. In the future, more users are expected to want Bluetooth-enabled cell phones and headphones for listening to high quality stereo music.
Digital Home Device Sales Break $100 Billion Barrier
Newcomers Intel, Apple Challenge Traditional Vendors For Market Leadership
Boston, MA -/January 11, 2006 - Wi-Fi Technology News/- The digital home industry came of age in 2005 as global revenues surged past the $100 Billion mark for the first time, according to new research from the Strategy Analytics Connected Home Devices service.
RoamAD Publishes Multi-Radio Wi-Fi Mesh Node Assembly Guide
-/January 11, 2006 - Wi-Fi Technology News/-RoamAD, has published an easy to follow interactive guide which shows how to assemble a robust, cost-effective, multi-radio wireless network node/mesh AP. The APs can run 4 radios being any combination of IEEE 802.11a/b/g and be used for point-to-point, point-to-multipoint, multipoint-to-multipoint, and mesh networking options.