Latest Wireless news
Avocent: Use your BlackBerry to manage your network, 09/18/06
KVM switch and network infrastructure management firm Avocent on Sept. 18 will use Interop to introduce a revamped version of SonicAdmin, which gives IT administrators the ability to fix network problems from anywhere via a mobile device.
Wireless in the Enterprise Newsletter: Laptops gain more 3G capabilities, 09/18/06
As wireless network connections get added to more devices, users gain a greater mix of choices for staying connected. Laptops and handheld devices alike …
Cool Tools: Hands-free speakerphone for your car, 09/18/06
Here’s a quick roundup of some cool in-car accessories that I’ve enjoyed recently:
Dr. Internet: Are there USB-to-PCMCIA adapters for EV-DO?, 09/18/06
I bought a new laptop without a PCMCIA card slot and need a way to connect my PCMCIA-based EV-DO broadband wireless card so I can travel with the new notebook instead of the old one. Are there adapters available?
Sprint Nextel and Verizon Wireless gear up for next gen wireless net support, 09/18/06
Sprint Nextel and Verizon Wireless, the leading EV-DO wireless service providers in the United States, both announced at CTIA Wireless IT & Entertainment in Los Angeles this week plans to bolster support for EV-DO Revision A.
California bans driving while holding a cell phone, 09/15/06
California Friday became the fourth state to ban motorists from holding cell phones while driving, moving the issue of driver distraction to the forefront of the national agenda.
BlackBerry continues expansion by launching in Taiwan, 09/14/06
One of Taiwan’s largest mobile phone network operators launched the popular BlackBerry service Thursday, continuing Research In Motion’s expansion into Asia.
Germans to pay TV fee for online PCs, cell phones, 09/14/06
Germany plans to introduce a monthly broadcast charge next year for homes and businesses that have an Internet-connected computer and don’t already pay registration fees for television and radio service. One business association has called it “a …
Microsoft Zune device to ship in time for Christmas, 09/14/06
The first Microsoft Zune products will hit U.S. retailers in time for the busy Christmas holiday season, with a 30GB digital media player and a Zune Marketplace online service the first to reach consumers, Microsoft said Thursday.
BT to offer enterprises converged fixed-mobile service, 09/14/06
After testing the waters with consumers for more than a year, BT Group plans to extend its converged fixed-mobile communications service to businesses early next year.
Carriers unite for future mobile networks, 09/14/06
Some of the world’s biggest cellular operators have gotten together to promote their vision of what next-generation mobile technology should look like.
Motorola sets up wireless development center in China, 09/13/06
Motorola established a development center in China’s central Hunan province to help operators and users develop wireless applications.
Wireless in the Enterprise Newsletter: Convergence: An elusive goal with various meanings, 09/13/06
Exciting dual-mode devices and converged services are emerging in the wireless industry. However, given that the terms “dual-mode” and “ …
Northrop Grumman snares NYC wireless deal, 09/13/06
In a blow to Motorola, New York City has selected rival Northrop Grumman for a five-year, $500 million contract to provide a broadband wireless network for first responders.
News Corp. and VeriSign to form mobile entertainment JV, 09/12/06
News Corp. and VeriSign will create a joint venture to provide entertainment materials, such as ringtones, video clips and graphics, to a potential audience of more than 1 billion mobile phone users worldwide.
Network World 360 News Podcast: Cisco-Microsoft partnership, IPS tests, VON preview and more, 09/12/06
This week we look at Cisco and Microsoft’s partnership on network access control, take stock of the state of NAC
High-Speed LANs Newsletter: Companies pair PoE with wireless IPS, 09/12/06
PowerDsine partnered with AirTight Networks this week to bring together PowerDsine’s equipment for supporting Power …
IBM unveils location-based business finder technology, 09/12/06
IBM’s India Research Lab has developed a location-based service for mobile phone users that helps mobile users to connect with both fixed and mobile businesses in their vicinity.
