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Symantec's Views on Protecting Mobile Devices

September 17, 2009

Billions of mobile devices exist and as they proliferate and begin to be used for mobile banking we can expect to see more attacks from malicious users looking to follow the money trail. In addition, as more children and teenagers access use mobile devices, new problems have arisen. A few of these are cyber-bullying and sexting - where people send inappropriate pictures of themselves. Finally, as mobile devices have become more powerful they are now also conduits for losing enterprise data.

I had a chance to discuss a number of security concerns as they relate to mobile devices with Symantec's Ray Greenan and Matts Aronsson. A video below captures some of our illuminating conversation.

Posted in 4G, 4GWE, AT&T, Apple, Avaya, Blackberry, Broadband, Consumer Electronics, E-Commerce, FCC, Gadget, Google, Green, HD Voice, IP Communications, Merger/Acquisition, Microsoft, SIP, Technology, Unified Communications, Verizon, Video, VoIP, WiMAX, Wireless

BelAir Networks WiFi Enables Carriers

September 17, 2009

I have been a strong proponent of carriers rolling out WiFi networks as they provide another sticky service which customers are loathe to give up. Cablevision's Optimum WiFi which is a free WiFi service rolled out in much of the cable company's footprint is an example of a service which has been proven to reduce churn and is currently running at over one million minutes per day of usage.

AT&T's acquisition of Wayport and Verizon's partnership with Boingo show the carrier of the future needs to blend WiFi into their offerings.

Posted in 4G, 4GWE, AT&T, Apple, Blackberry, Broadband, Communications Developer, Consumer Electronics, E-Commerce, FCC, Financial, Gadget, Google, Green, IMS, IP Communications, ITEXPO, Technology, Verizon, VoIP, WiMAX, Wireless

Bridgewater Systems Update

September 16, 2009

I had a chance to catch up with Bridgewater Systems and their efforts to help carriers as they look to provide mobile personalization using the control plane. As wireless networks become more congested, the company's solutions help carriers manage the chaos. They have a bunch of announcements in the 4G space detailed in the video below. Joanne Steinberg and David Sharpley from the company are on the video below.

Posted in 4G, 4GWE, AT&T, Broadband, Communications Developer, Consumer Electronics, FCC, Financial, IMS, IP Communications, SIP, Technology, Verizon, VoIP, WiMAX, Wireless

Alvarion's Ashish Sharma Explains WiMAX Potential

September 16, 2009

You really can't have a serious discussion about WiMAX without asking Alvarion for their opinion. I did just that with Ashish Sharma who heads up Corporate Communications and Market Development for the company. Topics covered include the WiMAX business model, broadband stimulus around the globe and usage patterns of WiMAX users. I also asked about the WiMAX/LTE battle and if there needs to be a single winner. Check out the video for the answer.

Posted in 4G, 4GWE, AT&T, Broadband, Cisco, Communications Developer, Consumer Electronics, Gadget, Green, IMS, IP Communications, Technology, Unified Communications, Verizon, WiMAX, Wireless

Acision Discusses 4G SMS and Mobile Broadband Services

September 16, 2009

Anantha Ramu of Acision spent some time discussing his company's initiatives in the world of mobile broadband. A new product the company offers allows carriers to tailor the mobile network based upon the value of the individual subscriber. By using it, carriers can ensure that at peak times, a low-value customer does not suck up all network bandwidth at the expense of high-value customers.

In addition, Anantha explained his company has a solution to gracefully allow carriers to handle 4G messaging while integrating with 3G messaging systems. He contrasts this to newer entrants in the market who come at it from a 4G/SIP-based approach which doesn't mesh well with legacy 3G solutions. Check out the video below for more.

Posted in 4G, 4GWE, AT&T, Apple, Blackberry, Broadband, Communications Developer, Conference, Consumer Electronics, E-Commerce, FCC, Gadget, Google, IMS, IP Communications, Nortel, SIP, Security, Speech Technologies, Technology, Unified Communications, Verizon, VoIP, WiMAX, Wireless

Alcatel-Lucent on ng Connect

September 16, 2009

I had a chance to speak with Doug Wolf and Kurt Steinart of Alcatel-Lucent about their ng Connect ecosystem and how this new and evolving ecosystem will tie together 4G networks with consumer electronics, telematics, digital signage and more. Another big bit of news is the recent Verizon Wireless win has opened up the door at carriers worldwide for Alcatel-Lucent. Here is the video - Kurt is on the left and Doug on the right.

Posted in 4G, 4GWE, AT&T, Apple, Avaya, Blackberry, Call Center, Communications Developer, Consumer Electronics, FCC, Google, Green, HD Voice, IP Communications, IPTV, ITEXPO, Microsoft, Nortel, Open Source, SIP, SaaS, Skype, Smart Grid, Social Networking, Speech Technologies, Unified Communications, Verizon, Video, VoIP, WiMAX, Wireless

ITEXPO West 2009 Attendance Figures

September 16, 2009

Attendees shake off black swans and come to the show in large numbers

The results are in for ITEXPO West 2009. This is the second year in a row where some major black swan event took place the day before the show kicked off. Last year it was Lehman collapsing which sparked fears of a depression. This year it was wildfires and news media that hyped the incident in a manner which led many to believe the whole state was on fire.

Posted in 4G, 4GWE, AT&T, Apple, Avaya, Blackberry, Broadband, Call Center, Conference, Consumer Electronics, E-Commerce, Fax, Gadget, Google, Green, HD Voice, IP Communications, IPTV, ITEXPO, Merger/Acquisition, Microsoft, Nortel, SIP, SaaS, Skype, Social Networking, Speech Technologies, Technology, Unified Communications, Verizon, Video, VoIP, WiMAX, Wireless

Clearwire Update

September 16, 2009

Last night I was at a media event focusing on WiMAX and 4G sponsored by Cisco and I spent some time discussing Clearwire's plans with Peter Cannistra who is in charge of market Development for the company. Peter detailed just how fast the company is rolling out towers and even mentioned New York and at least southern Connecticut will get coverage soon. I am very much looking forward to testing the service in TMC's Norwalk, CT headquarters.

One of the more interesting parts of the story is the complexity of getting fiber backhaul in New York from an "unnamed" company which Clearwire competes with.

We also had a chance to discuss the natural synergies his company enjoys with WiMAX operators which are in different territories which of course leads to the logical decision to deploy mobile roaming agreements with other operators.

Posted in 4G, 4GWE, AT&T, Apple, Blackberry, Broadband, Cisco, Communications Developer, Consumer Electronics, E-Commerce, FCC, Gadget, Google, Green, IP Communications, Technology, Unified Communications, Verizon, Video, VoIP, WiMAX, Wireless

Off to 4G World 2009

September 15, 2009

I am on my way to 4G world -- formerly WiMAX World. After the excitement at the recent 4G Wireless Evolution (4GWE) event in Los Angeles a few weeks back I am interested to see what else is happening in the space. I am sure there will be lots of discussion regarding LTE Vs. WiMAX as usual.

Posted in 4G, 4GWE, WiMAX, Wireless

HD Voice Update

September 12, 2009

This past February at ITEXPO East 2009, I was honored to host the first panel in the world (that I know of) on the topic of HD Voice. Since that time lots of other people have jumped on the bandwagon which I think is great. A tremendous amount of credit goes to Polycom actually for being a true pioneer in the HD voice market. For over a year in fact the company has sponsored a Global Online Community on TMCnet titled HD Voice.

Posted in 4G, 4GWE, AT&T, Apple, Blackberry, Broadband, Cisco, Communications Developer, Conference, Consumer Electronics, E-Commerce, FCC, Fax, Gadget, Google, HD Voice, IP Communications, ITEXPO, Microsoft, Nortel, SIP, Skype, Speech Technologies, Technology, Unified Communications, Verizon, VoIP, Wireless

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