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NEWS & VIEWS |
Taipei,
Friday, December 5, 2008
10:46 (GMT+8)
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Subject: Telecom > Telecom service |
CHT to transfer 30 WiMAX base stations to Global Mobile for commercial operation Dec 4, 16:31 Chunghwa Telecom (CHT) has signed an agreement to transfer the 30 WiMAX base stations and other related equipment it built for the M-Taiwan (mobile Taiwan) project to WiMAX licensee Global Mobile for commercial operation. Read more |
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Taiwan market: TWM launches daily-charged 3.5G Internet-access service Dec 4, 14:43 Taiwan Mobile (TWM), on December 3, announced the launch of HSDPA mobile Internet-access service based on a daily charge scheme. Read more |
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Mirics and Spreadtrum announce strategic partnership to deliver innovative CMMB solutions for PCTV Dec 4, 13:57 Mirics Semiconductor and Spreadtrum Communications have announced a strategic partnership focused upon delivering embedded TV solutions for portable PC platforms that support the China Multimedia Mobile Broadcasting (CMMB) standard. Read more |
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Picocells have limited window of opportunity, says ABI Research Dec 4, 12:24 Much attention has been devoted to femtocells' potential to improve indoor cellular coverage. But an older technology, the picocell, has existed for about a decade. Picocells provide larger coverage and capacity than femtocells, which should make them well suited to small and medium businesses. Yet global shipments of picocells will total only about 18,000 this year. Why haven't picocells gained greater market share, and what can vendors do about it? Read more |
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Taiwan market: APBT breaks even two months ahead of schedule Dec 3, 14:16 Asia Pacific Broadband Telecom's (APBT's) 3G telecoms service in the Taiwan market reached breakeven in October 2008, two months earlier than originally scheduled, according to the company. Read more |
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China market: Mobile communication service subscribers over 627 million in October 2008 Dec 3, 11:06 There were 627.27 million subscribers of mobile communication services in China as of the end of October 2008, growing by 0.52% on month and by 18.03% on year, according to statistics published by China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) at its Chinese-language web site. Read more |
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SMIC to gain TD-SCDMA orders on partnership with Datang Dec 2, 16:03 Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation (SMIC) is expected to receive a positive sales contribution from its strategic partnership with Datang Telecom Technology & Industry Holdings for the first quarter of 2009, according to sources in the China semiconductor market. The sources believed that Datang will likely beat out other major telecom equipment suppliers to win orders for a government project for TD-SCDMA wireless network equipment, and SMIC is likely to be a direct beneficiary. Read more |
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Taiwan market: Sparq becomes first provider of E.164 VoIP services Nov 27, 16:30 New Century InfoComm Tech (Sparq), a fixed-line telecom carrier in Taiwan, on November 26 announced the launch of its E.164-format VoIP service, becoming the first provider of such services in Taiwan. Read more |
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Taiwan 3.5G user base may grow to 1 million in 2009, says Vibo Telecom Nov 25, 16:20 The total number of HSDPA subscribers in Taiwan is expected to reach 300,000 at the end of 2008 and may be increasing to between 600,000 and one million in 2009, according to Vibo Telecom president Feng-hsiung Chang. Read more |
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Taiwan market: Gigabyte cooperates with Chunghwa Telecom to launch MID bundle deal Nov 25, 14:38 Gigabyte Technology will cooperate with Chunghwa Telecom (CHT) to bundle its M528 Mobile Internet Device (MID) along with mobile Internet services in December, according to the companies. Read more |
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Taiwan market: Chunghwa Telecom reveals details of new value-added service platform to launch alongside iPhone 3G Nov 21, 17:24 Chunghwa Telecom (CHT) on November 20 unveiled Hami, a package of free value-added services specifically designed for CHT 3G subscribers using iPhone 3G handsets. Hami will be launched alongside the iPhone 3G in December, according to CHT. Read more |
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Nokia to customize TD-SCDMA handsets for China Mobile Nov 20, 14:40 Nokia and China Mobile Communications, China's largest mobile telecom carrier, have entered into cooperation for the handset vendor to supply customized TD-SCDMA handsets. Initial model(s) will be available by the end of 2009, according to industry sources in Taiwan. Read more |
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Tatung InfoComm granted first WiMAX operating license in Taiwan Nov 20, 11:18 Taiwan's National Communications Commission (NCC) on November 19 decided to grant the country's first WiMAX operating license to Tatung InfoComm. Read more |
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WiMAX, 3G and number portability to drive Indian wireless market in 2009, says iSuppli Nov 19, 12:28 Defying the global economic slowdown, India's mobile-phone demand is expected to continue to rise at an accelerated rate in 2009 due to the rollout of 3G and WiMAX networks and the implementation of mobile number portability (MNP), according to iSuppli. Read more |
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HTC launches WiMAX handset in cooperation with Russian mobile telecom operator Nov 13, 17:21 High Tech Computer (HTC) and Russia-based Scartel (Yota brand) have announced the launch of the HTC MAX 4G, the world's first integrated GSM/WiMAX handset. Read more |
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China mobile phone user base increased to 624.05 million in September 2008 Nov 12, 14:21 There were 624.05 million subscribers of mobile communication services in China as of the end of September 2008, growing by 1.3% on month and 19.25% on year, according to statistics published by China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT). Read more |
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Taiwan mobile handset user density at 108.8 per 100 persons at end of 3Q Nov 12, 11:59 The total number of mobile phone numbers, consisting of 2G/2.5G, 3G and low-power PHS (personal handy-phone system) in Taiwan increased to 25.04 million as of the end of September 2008, equivalent to a user density (divided by population) of 108.8 per 100 persons, according to statistics recently released by the National Communications Commission (NCC). Read more |
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Taiwan market: Chunghwa Telecom's January-October net profit attains almost 95% of 2008 goal Nov 11, 11:11 Chuunghwa Telecom (CHT) has reported a net profit of NT$41.31 billion for January-October 2008, which accounts for 94.7% of the NT$43.60 billion projected for this year. Read more |
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Multi-mode WiMAX/LTE chips to hit markets in 2009 Nov 5, 12:21 2009 will see the introduction of a new class of wireless communications chip that features dual-mode support for both WiMAX and LTE, according to ABI Research. The thrust of demand for such chips comes from those wireless device makers seeking to reduce the number of their SKUs; they will welcome the economies of scale that come from creating devices that support both 4G standards. Read more |
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Taiwan market: Vibo Telecom may offer mobile VoIP service Nov 5, 11:45 Vibo Telecom, one of the five operators of 3G mobile communication services in Taiwan, is considering the launch of a handset-based international VoIP (voice over Internet Protocol) service for users to make mobile phone calls to overseas locations, according to company president Feng-hsiung Chang at a press conference on November 4. Read more |
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NCC required to review Chunghwa Wideband Best Network WiMAX license application Nov 3, 16:59 The Petitions and Appeals Committee of Taiwan's Executive Yuan has recently revoked a previous NCC (National Communications Commission) decision that ruled Chunghwa Wideband Best Network was not qualified to apply for a WiMAX license in Taiwan. The appeals committee has asked the NCC to review and properly deal with the case within a period of two months. Read more |
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Taiwan WiMAX industry moves another step forward to commercial operations Oct 31, 16:49 The projected commercial operations of WiMAX services in Taiwan have moved one step forward after Intel CEO Paul Otllini on October 30 announced that Intel's global investment arm, Intel Capital, intends to invest NT$386 million (US$11.5 million) in Taiwan WiMAX licensee, Vmax. Read more |
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TWM leads Taiwan top-three telcos in Jan-Sep net EPS Oct 31, 14:51 Chunghwa Telecom (CHT), Taiwan Mobile (TWM) and Far EasTone Telecommunications (FET), the three largest operators of mobile communication services in Taiwan, on October 30 released their financial reports for the third quarter of 2008. Among the three, TWM posted the highest net EPS at NT$4.12 (US$0.13). Read more |
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Taiwan market: Carrefour becomes mobile service operator Oct 30, 16:33 Carrefour, Taiwan's largest hypermarket chain, on October 29 announced the launch of a mobile communication service under its own brand through partnership with Chunghwa Telecom (CHT). Carrefour will use CHT's 2G infrastructure to becoming the fourth MVNO (mobile virtual network operator) in Taiwan. Read more |
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Intel to set up mobile device software development center in Taiwan, to invest in VMAX for mobile WiMAX Oct 30, 16:20 Intel has announced agreements with government and industry in Taiwan intended to extend Taiwan's position as a leading center for developing and deploying the world's next generation of connected devices and related technologies. Read more |
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Taiwan market: Over 90% of Internet surfers have used mobile data services, but adoption still limited Oct 28, 16:07 Of Internet users in Taiwan, 90.7% have at some time used mobile data services on a handset or smartphone, according to an international Worldwide Mobile Data Service Survey (WMDSS). However, SMS messaging was by far the most prevalent service used while adoption of other data services is still limited in the Taiwan market. Read more |
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Qualcomm and Foxlink sign 3G CDMA module/modem card license agreement Oct 28, 12:34 Qualcomm, a leading developer and innovator of advanced wireless technologies and data solutions, and Foxlink (Cheng Uei Precision Industry), a leading developer and manufacturer of communications devices, computers and consumer electronics, have announced that they have entered into a module/modem card patent license agreement. Read more |
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Skype sees WiMAX as business opportunity, says COO Oct 24, 16:57 During his visit to Taiwan, Skype COO Scott Durchslag noted that Skype is looking to extend its business operations from PCs to mobile communication devices, with WiMAX being one technology that afford the company potential business opportunities for Skype VoIP services. Read more |
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Appeals committee to overrule NCC block on CHT equity investment in Global Mobile, say sources Oct 23, 15:52 An appeal committee under Taiwan's National Communications Commission (NCC) has reportedly decided to override a previous NCC decision in March that rejected Chunghwa Telecom's planned investment of NT$150 million (US$4.5 million) in WiMAX licensee Global Mobile, according to sources familiar with the case. Read more |
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Intel to take up stakes in WiMAX licensee Vmax Oct 23, 12:26 Intel is expected to announce at the end of this month its plans to make equity investment in Taiwan-based Vmax Telecom, a WiMAX licensee for the northern region of Taiwan, according to sources close to the deal. Read more |
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Global Mobile to finalize first-phase WiMAX equipment procurement before year-end 2008 Oct 21, 15:24 Global Mobile, a WiMAX licensee for the northern region of Taiwan, is beginning to solicit quotations for its first-phase procurement of WiMAX equipment with plans to finalize potential suppliers and its procurement list before the end of this year, according to the company. Read more |
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MSI to launch 3.5G Wind netbook next month Oct 20, 14:08 Micro-Star International (MSI) is planning to launch the Wind U120 with a built-in 3.5G module in November this year. The netbook will feature Intel's Atom N270 processor, 1GB memory, 120GB hard drive and Windows XP and be priced around NT$18,000 (US$552) in a choice of white or black, according to notebook industry sources. Read more |
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China Mobile holding second round TD-SCDMA bid Oct 15, 16:08 China Mobile has launched a second round bid for TD-SCDMA wireless network equipment which has attracted the attention of many China-based and international companies. Nokia Siemens Networks and its partner Huawei Technologies will both join the bid, according to industry sources. Read more |
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Tatung InfoComm to purchase WiMAX base stations from Alcatel-Lucent Oct 14, 15:50 Tatung InfoComm, a WiMAX licensee for the southern region of Taiwan, plans to purchase about 200 WiMAX base stations and related network equipment from Alcatel-Lucent, according to the company. Read more |
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Top Taiwan telecom operators report September financial performance Oct 13, 17:07 Chunghwa Telecom (CHT) has reported financial figures for September 2008, recording a net earnings per share (EPS) of NT$3.86 (US$0.12) for January-September 2008 accounting for 86.4% of NT$4.47 projected for the year. Read more |
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Taiwan 3.5G mobile Internet-access could grow to 2 million users in 2009, says Vibo Telecom Oct 9, 16:24 Mobile access to the Internet through a notebook PC together with an HSDPA data card is becoming increasingly popular in the Taiwan market. The number of 3.5G Internet surfers, of which a large portion will be shifting from fixed-line ADSL, is likely to reach two million in 2009, according to president Feng-hsiung Chang for Vibo Telecom (one of the five 3G telecom carriers in Taiwan). Read more |
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Notebooks shipping with Intel Echo Peak WiMAX Oct 9, 15:09 Sprint's mobile WiMAX business unit, XOHM, recently launched its WiMAX service in Baltimore, and Intel has announced that it is now shipping its combined WiMAX/Wi-Fi module, formerly code-named "Echo Peak," as part of the Intel WiMAX/Wi-Fi Link 5050 Series that is an optional feature for Intel Centrino 2-based notebooks. Read more |
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Alcatel-Lucent aims to build broadband optical network ecosystem with Taiwan makers Oct 9, 14:52 Alcatel-Lucent will continue to cooperate with Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) as well as Taiwan-based network-equipment makers to develop broadband optical network products with an aim to build an ecosystem for the industry, according to Benjamin Reboul, director, APAC FTTx business and product strategy, Alcatel-Lucent. Read more |
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Nokia Comes with Music must come with operator support too, says Ovum Oct 7, 17:01 Last week Nokia unveiled its much anticipated Comes with Music (CwM) proposition, whereby Nokia will bundle a phone with unlimited music downloads for a year. While Nokia also unveiled the 5800 XpressMusic phone, its flagship CwM device and its first handset with a touch screen, what was notable at the launch was the absence of its mobile operator partners, according to Ovum. Read more |
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Intel likely to make equity investment in WiMAX licensee Vmax, says paper Newswatch - Oct 7, 12:11 Intel is likely to contribute an equity investment of NT$500 million (US$15.4 million) in Taiwan-based WiMAX licensee Vmax Telecom, according to a Chinese-language Commercial Times report. Read more |
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Taiwan WiMAX licensees voice concerns over WiMAX prospects Oct 3, 16:47 The planned commercial operation of WiMAX services in Taiwan now looks bumpy as two WiMAX licensees have voiced concerns over the business outlook for the industry. Read more |
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Zyxel debuts WiMAX residential Gateway with Sprint's Xohm service Oct 1, 12:36 ZyXEL Communications will debut its WiMAX MAX-206M2 WiMAX MIMO residential gateway with the launch of Sprint's Xohm service this week in Baltimore and the company is showcasing its complete line of WiMAX solutions this week during WiMAX World in Chicago. Read more |
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Does GSMA need "Intel Inside" type of marketing strategy? Oct 1, 12:11 This week, the GSMA announced a new mobile broadband service mark which, like 'Intel Inside', will be placed on devices to help customers identify laptops and other devices which are mobile broadband (essentially HSPA) ready. Additionally, the initial sixteen companies involved have earmarked global marketing spend of more than US$1 billion to promote the service mark. Read more |
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China mobile phone user base tops 616 million in August 2008 Sep 30, 16:05 There were 616.02 million subscribers of mobile communication services in China as of the end of August 2008, growing by 1.26% on month and 19.46% on year, according to statistics published by China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT, previously known as Ministry of Information Industry [MII]). Read more |
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Sprint Xohm rings in WiMAX era in US Sep 30, 12:22 Sprint has officially launched its Xohm mobile WiMAX technology service in Baltimore, making its the first major mobile broadband commercial service available in the US. Xohm noted that the new WiMAX service will differ from current wireless services in that there are no long-term commitments or contracts required, freeing customers from restrictive long-term subsidized plans. Monthly home, on-the-go and day-pass Internet plans will be offered to provide service choices, while a single monthly charge covers service for multiple WiMAX access devices. Read more |
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Worldwide IPTV service revenues to reach US$19 billion in 2012, says Gartner Sep 26, 12:02 Worldwide subscriptions to internet Protocol television (IPTV) services are on pace to reach 19.6 million subscribers in 2008, a 64.1% increase from 12 million subscribers in 2007, according to Gartner. Worldwide IPTV revenues are projected to total US$4.5 billion in 2008, a 93.5% increase from 2007 revenues of US$2.3 billion. Read more |
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China Mobile may offer Android handsets through cooperation with HTC, say Taiwan makers Sep 26, 01:15 China Mobile Communications (China Mobile), the largest operator of mobile communication services in China, may take the initiative to offer Android handsets in the China market through outsourced production by Taiwan-based High Tech Computer (HTC), the maker of the T-Mobile G1, according to industry sources in Taiwan. Read more |
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Femtocell race heats up, but only slowly, says Ovum Sep 25, 14:50 As with all technologies, some operators seek to optimize first-mover advantage and get to market early. Softbank now joins Sprint in this camp. However, in general operators would be advised to hold back on deploying femtocells until standards-based equipment becomes available, unless the need to be particularly disruptive in the market is their overarching market strategy, according to a comment from Steven Hartley, senior analyst at global advisory and consulting firm Ovum. Read more |
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DesignArt Networks claims SoC to deliver sub-US$100 femtocells Sep 24, 17:15 DesignArt Networks (DAN), a fabless semiconductor company, has unveiled its DAN2200 WiMAX femtocell SoC, which the company claims is the industry's only complete single-chip femtocell SoC. Read more |
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Ovum reports optical component revenues grew 5% sequentially in 2Q, up 23% on year Sep 23, 12:19 Preliminary results from Ovum's quarterly optical components market tracking indicate that the optical components market posted its fourth consecutive quarter of single-digit growth with an increase of 5% sequentially. Read more |
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Notes and corrections |
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The DDR2 density in a December 2 article about DRAM pricing was incorrectly stated as 1GB. It is 1Gb. |
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A December 2 article incorrectly stated that DRAM makers expected prices to rebound. They do not expect prices to go up. |
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