- Top Stories of the Week – January 28, 2012
Econet launch VoIP service in Africa
More than three million Econet Wireless Zimbabwe Ltd subscribers will now be able to make the cheapest international calls using phones, tablets and computers through the Internet after the telecommunications company launched VoIP services recently. VoIP is a technology that allows telephone calls to be made over computer networks like the Internet.
Speaking at the service launch the company’s commercial director, George Barbaressos, said the country currently has six VoIP service providers that include PowerTel, Gigatel, Econet, Brodacom and Africom.
- AT&T launches unified communications services with cloud technology
Leveraging its expertise in cloud computing, mobile and voice services and IP network connections, AT&T makes available to companies of all sizes, the full benefits of unified communications (UC) through a simple and reliable service. The company’s unified communications services helps organizations control costs and eliminate unpredictable expenses. The new unified communications’ functionality reduces complexity and simplifies access.
- ESET Launches Mobile Security for Android
ESET announced the launch of ESET Mobile Security for smartphones with Android operating systems. Their solution for smartphones is now available for Android OS computers.
The solution for mobile devices ESET, previously only available for computers running Windows Mobile and Symbian, can now run on Android operating systems and is capable of protecting 70% of smartphone users against known and unknown threats.
- Top Stories of the Week – January 21, 2012
Integra expands multisite business push with nationwide voice service capability
Integra has made yet another milestone in its journey to serve larger business customers by making its voice services suite available on a nationwide basis.
Large enterprise SIP trunking customers that have wide area networks (WAN) laid out across multiple U.S. markets will be able to connect their remote sites or offices via a centralized IP PBX.
Deployed on its MPLS-enabled IP VPN product, one of the key selling points is that it eliminates the need to manage and maintain costly multiple phone systems and carrier relationships throughout their respective WAN by putting it onto one common platform.
- Emergency call management solution for enterprise IP telephony now globally available
911 Enable, the leading provider of VoIP emergency management, announced today that its revolutionary application Emergency Gateway (EGW) is now available worldwide. This expansion helps companies to provide access to emergency calls for help when needed.
- T-Mobile releases VoIP Services for IPhone
T-Mobile began offering a calling service for iPhone and iPad users, even though it doesn't market those devices. The operator is expanding its free voice-over-IP (VoIP) service, called Bobsled, to iPhones, iPads and even Android phones. Users with the application can make calls to mobile or landline phones in the U.S., Canada and also Puerto Rico without incurring charges. Users can make the free calls over cellular data networks, which typically charge for the Internet access usage, or over free Wi-Fi.
- Top Stories of the Week – January 14, 2012
Europe edges out Asia in IPTV as networks show strong growth
Broadband and IPTV have shown a significant surge in growth in Q3-2011 to more than 581 million subscriptions with more additions in the quarter than at any time since early 2009. The figures published by the Broadband Forum by Point Topic also point to the growing importance of fiber as FTTH and hybrid FTTx deployments increase. Such a growth in connectivity has boosted the TV industry considerably with IPTV approaching 55 million subscribers as Europe holds on to top regional position against strong growth out of Asia. Overall broadband growth during the quarter was calculated to be 17.4 million lines, bringing the global total to 581.3 million, representing a quarterly increase of 3.08% and an annual growth rate of 12.89%.
- DrayTek achieves a milestone in developing reliable IP network
DrayTek Corp, a network solutions provider located in Taiwan, today announced that the well-known Italian IT magazine PC Professional has made great reviews to the DrayTek Vigor solution IPPBX 3510 through the testing of its scalability and feature-rich IPPBX including its extensive security. Simone Zanardi, IT professional copywriter PC Professional has said that "the solution provided by the design of DrayTek Vigor IPPBX is perfect for extending the functionality of an existing PBX PSTN installed in a small office."
- Siemens Enterprise Communications chooses Fortinet technology to ensure its OpenScape Cloud Services
Fortinet, a leading provider of network security, has announced that Siemens Enterprise Communications, a global provider of business communications solutions, has deployed multiple devices such as the FortiGate network security -1240B to ensure its OpenScape Cloud Services.
- Top Stories of the Week – January 7, 2012
Google plans IPTV push in 2012 with new partnerships
Google TV has a new interface and new hardware partners as the company has announced that it has brought new hardware manufacturers on board as partners for its IPTV service Google TV. LG is the biggest name to join the Google TV ecosystem this year and will unveil a new line of Google TV sets running on its own L9 chipset at CES in Las Vegas next week.
- Microsoft helps Telefónica Spain revive its pay television service
Determined to revive its failing IPTV service, Spain’s Telefónica banged on the table to substantially improve its pay-TV service, which operates under the brand Imagenio and that can receive over 70 channels via broadband networks (ADSL and optical fiber).
To do this, Telefónica recently launched a new Imagenio, renewing the technology platform that supports it and that from now on will be provided by Microsoft.
- Survey reveals new technologies will dominate the next decade
Is 2012 the year that many believe will mark the end of the world? But if the four horsemen of the Apocalypse are not, you may want to make some smart long-term investments with a different kind of 'riders'.
In the 90's, Intel, Microsoft, Dell and Cisco were the so-called "four horsemen of technology ': technology companies that are high profile and public, no doubt, contributed to solid growth for investors year after year. For nearly two decades, the four firms had the keys to the technological growth machine: the personal computer, Intel processors manufactured; Microsoft produced the software; Dell PCs and Cisco was the connecting network.
- Top Stories of the Week – December 31, 2011
Sprint sues four cable operators for VoIP patent infringement
Sprint Nextel is suing Time Warner Cable, Comcast, Cox and Cable One, claiming the service providers infringed on a dozen of its VoIP patents.
The suits, which were filed individually against each operator in U.S. District Court in the District of Kansas, cite some of the same patents it successfully used in its fight with Vonage last 2007, a fight that eventually brought Sprint some US$80 million when Vonage was forced to pay to license the technology from Sprint.
- Interoute signed a strategic alliance with Microsoft to offer SIPCOM Lync Server 2010 in Europe
Interoute, owner and operator of the largest cloud services platform in Europe, has signed a strategic alliance with Microsoft to offer SIPCOM Microsoft Lync Server 2010 to companies and organizations throughout Europe. This host Interoute platform unified communications cloud SIPCOM will provide organizations with new ways to connect employees, regardless of physical location.
- Sipgate is a universal VoIP app for iPhone and iPad
Even though most German mobile operators do not appreciate VoIP telephony – in the long run however, these companies can not survive without mobile Internet telephony. The provider Sipgate now has a new version of its VoIP app on the iTunes AppStore released by Apple, which runs on both the iPhone and iPod Touch and can be used on the iPad.
- Malaysian government to use Internet TV for public relations
Malaysia has introduced a new Internet video service which will help the government deliver information, news and other updates to the public in the country, according to media reports.
The IPTV channel, 1MalaysiaIPTV, can be visited online from all Internet devices, PC or mobile, while dedicated applications for BlackBerry, Android and iOS (iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch) will provide additional access points for Malaysians.
- Top Stories of the Week – December 17, 2011
Upgraded MO-Call iPhone VoIP application released
MO-Call’s popular application for iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad has been updated and it is available for download from App Store or through iTunes. The new app has improved call quality and it is adaptable to different sorts of wireless internet connections.
All iPhone users will be able to experience the full range of MO-Call features, including free or cheap local and international VoIP calling, sending low-cost SMS or sending quick IM, improved call quality and much more.
- Time Warner Cable soon to launch latest online offerings from HBO in January
Time Warner Cable recently announced the upcoming launch of HBO’s online video offerings, HBO GO and MAX GO. The companies will run a short beta trial and then the service is expected to launch to all Time Warner Cable viewers who subscribe to HBO in January. Time Warner Cable customers who subscribe to HBO or Cinemax will have free, unlimited access to the corresponding online services 24 hours on any computer within the U.S. with a broadband connection, as well as a host of other devices, including the Apple’s iPad.
- Skype includes photo, video sharing to its Android App
VoIP giant Skype announced the latest version of its service for Google Android devices, the Skype 2.6 for Android, which enables users to send photos and videos to contacts from Skype on an Android smartphone. The free service works over WiFi or 3G on a mobile data plan.
- Philippine government agency to sue telcos for violating order to lower SMS rates
The Philippine’s National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) is filing a legal case against the country’s three largest telecom companies – Globe Telecom, Smart Communications, and Sun Cellular for failing to lower their Short Messaging Service (SMS) rates according to an NTC executive order.
- Top Stories of the Week – December 10, 2011
Samsung Galaxy Nexus could be the best option for mobile VoIP solutions users
People who are searching for a device on which to run their mobile voice over VoIP solutions could find the Samsung Galaxy Nexus is the best option. Mobile VoIP enables users to enjoy crystal-clear calls with their friends, family and associates via their handset without paying for a standard voice package. Instead, VoIP technology provides a platform on which to make calls over the internet – whether that be through a Wi-Fi or 3G connection.