Alcatel and Sequans Communications are teaming up to develop low-cost devices for mobile WiMax networks. Production is expected to begin in the first quarter of 2007. The deal involves integrating Alcatel’s advanced antenna technology with Sequans’ SQN1110, which is based on Universal WiMAX 802.16e-2005. The silicon offers a throughput of 10 Mbps and needs less… Continue Reading
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Alcatel WiMAX Test Center Opens
Alcatel and India’s state-run Center for Development of Telematics (C-Dot) have opened a research center for the development of ready-to-industrialize products and reference designs that are based on WiMax Forum standards. The facility seeks to show the advantages of WiMAX IEEE 802.16e- 2005 and the residential and business uses of VoIP, high-speed Internet connection, as… Continue Reading
BellSouth Plans Significant WiMax Test With Alcatel
Bellsouth is starting to test mobile WiMax. Using thier licensed part of the 2.3Ghz spectrum and Alcatel equipment, Bellsouth is looking at mobile WiMax, but also fixed WiMax for areas that are not serviced by DSL connections. Costs and scarcity of spectrum are causing headaches for WiMax deployment in the US, where companies like Sprint… Continue Reading
Alcatel, Samsung Agree To Harmonise Mobile Wireless Broadband Technologies
Alcatel and Samsung Electronics said they have agreed to harmonise their mobile wireless broadband technologies to allow both companies to speed up product launches, which will be targeted for the second half of 2006. Via [forbes.com]… Continue Reading
Alcatel To Ready WiMax Beta By `06
French telecom solutions major Alcatel will be ready with the beta version of WiMax technology for mobile communications by the second half of 2006, while it will be commercially available by the end of next year. Via [business-standard.com]… Continue Reading
Korea Telecom, Alcatel Target Mobile Wireless
Korea Telecom, the top fixed broadband service carrier here, and France’s Alcatel said they will establish a joint research center in a move to gain the top position in a recently-certified mobile wireless broadband service called WiBro. Via [eetimes.com]… Continue Reading
Intel, Alcatel Team Up For WiMax Gear
Intel and network gear maker Alcatel announced on Thursday an alliance to deliver WiMax equipment by the second half of 2005. Via [news.com.com]… Continue Reading