TPACK Combines Packet Mapping and Switching

TPACK introduced its new Carrier Packet Mapper Engine, combining thefunctionality of a 10 Gbps Ethernet over NG-SONET/SDH packet mapper and a carrier grade packet processor with traffic management. The device isdesigned for cost-optimized MSPP and microMSPP as well as packet optical applications.TPACK said its new TPWX3192 device takes advantage of the high logicdensity and low power consumption of Altera's new line of Stratix IIIFPGAs. Based on 65nm manufacturing processes, the Stratix III FPGAsenable the TPWX3192 to accommodate the feature sets...

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Huawei and Qualcomm See Big Gains in "VoIP over HSPA"

Huawei Technologies completed commercial technology test of "VoIP over HSPA" in Shanghai in conjunction with QUALCOMM. The companies describe the project as the first ALL IP end-to-end solution that is based on a commercial chipset and IMS-based system platform.For the project, Huawei put IP voice into an HSPA transfer channel -- a technique it dubs "VoIP over HSPA". The testing uses Huawei's UMTS/HSPA and IMS systems, including all RNC (Radio Network Controller ) base and all IP transmission system and QUALCOMM's MSM7200 chipset solution. Previously,...

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Ixia Tests 10 Gig Performance of HP ProCurve Switch

In a commissioned test, Ixia verified the performance of HP's ProCurve Networking enterprise core switch. The 8212zl switch was tested for quality and performance on both video and VoIP. Ixia's Aptixia IxNetwork solution emulated an enterprise topology with the OSPF routing protocol to fully stress the 8212zl's control plane, and at the same time, with its 10 Gigabit Ethernet XM LAN Services Modules, used 14 Ixia ports that generated 10 GbE line-rate...

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Overture Raises $12.3 Million for Carrier Ethernet Platforms

Overture Networks, a start-up based in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, raised $12.3 million in Series C financing for its converged packet access platforms for Carrier Ethernet services.Overture Networks develops network edge and aggregation systems that allow carriers to deploy uniform managed Carrier Ethernet services to every customer location, whether accessible over direct fiber, optical transport or copper. Overture's ISG platform is...

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BigBand Trims Financial Guidance for Q3

Citing several technical and sales cycle factors, BigBand Networks revised downward its revenue outlook for the third quarter ending September 30, 2007. The company now expects to report revenue for the third quarter in the range of $35 to $39 million, which is below the company's previous guidance of $54 to $58 million.Factos cited for the decline include a delay in revenue recognition for some switched digital video deployments due to a need for more software customization and integration than originally expected. BigBand also experienced slowdown...

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Occam to Acquire Assets of Terawave -- GPON

Occam Networks agreed to acquire certain assets and to assume certain liabilities of Terawave Communications, an early developer of fiber to the business and fiber to the home technology. The transaction is expected to include:FSAN ITU G.984 GPON interoperable technology,Technology focused on GPON physical interfaces,Products and technology directed towards Metro Ethernet, andTechnology license agreements to two leading silicon manufacturers: Ikanos Communications, Inc. and Mindspeed TechnologiesOccam will pay Terawave $3.4 million in cash, forgive...

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Microsoft and Partners Offer Extenders for Windows Media Center

Microsoft and partners launch plans for new "Extenders for Windows Media Center -- devices that enable access to premium cable, high-definition TV, popular video formats including DivX, music, paid movies, photos and more from any TV in the house, with a wired or wireless network connection. These new devices, which are expected to ship in time for the holiday shopping season, include:The Media Center Extender with DVD Player (DMA2200) from Linksys....

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Warid Telecom Uganda Selects Motorola for WiMAX

Warid Telecom Uganda selected Motorola to design and deploy an 802.16e WiMAX network in Uganda. Initial deployment is due for completion by the end of 2007, enabling residential and enterprise voice and data connectivity services, including VoIP and VPNs. Financial terms were not disclosed.http://www.motorola.comMotorola is currently working with Warid International's subsidiary Wateen Telecom in Pakistan on the deployment and management of a nationwide end-to-end 802.16e WiMAX network.Warid Telecom International is owned by the Abu Dhabi Group...

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Quellan Raises $20 Million for Analog Signal Processing and RF Noise Cancellation

Quellan, a start-up based in Santa Clara, California, closed $20 million in its Series C round of venture financing for its work in analog signal processing and RF noise cancellation. Quellan recently announced a wide range of new product offerings including it's flagship QNx RF Noise Canceller product line for consumer and mobile product applications, the QHx Harmonic Suppressor for digital harmonic noise suppression, and the QLx product line for...

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Navini Integrates Beceem Chips in new WiMAX CPE

Navini Networks is using Beceem's Mobile WiMAX chipsets in a new "Surfer" line for Mobile WiMAX. The Surfer modems feature Beamforming and MIMO capabilities. Under a partnership deal, the companies agreed to work together to accelerate the incorporation of Beceem's Mobile WiMAX chips, which are used by several vendors of Mobile WiMAX subscriber devices. Navini will also resell USB Mobile WiMAX modem developed by Beceem, to be marketed as part of...

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Verizon Offers Novatel EV-DO Rev A Modem Stick

Verizon Wireless began offering Novatel Wireless' USB Evolution-Data Optimized (EV-DO) Revolution A (Rev. A) modem stick. The USB727 features an integrated microSD slot, allowing for the seamless storage and transport of up to 4 GB of files, photos or videos. The unit is priced at $149.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate and new two- year agreement.http://www.verizon....

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Disney Mobile to Cease Operations

Disney Mobile it will cease its wireless operations as of December 31, 2007. The company said it will be providing a reimbursement program covering handsets as well as accessories and content purchased directly through Disney Mobile. http://disneymobile.go.comDisney Mobile runs over the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network. The service was first launched in April 2006, featuring tools to help parents to manage their children's phone use, including spending allowances, call lists and tracking capabiliti...

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Cisco to Acquire Latigent for Web 2.0-based Contact Center

Cisco agreed to acquire Latigent, a provider of web-based business intelligence and analytics reporting for contact centers, for an undisclosed sum.Latigent's product line consists of two main products: BlueVue is a Web-based business intelligence and analytics tool, and Archiver is an engine for integrating data from the entire enterprise into a consolidated and normalized repository. The products are designed to leverage Web 2.0 principles.Cisco...

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