GSA: Mobile HD Voice Now Launched on 20 Carrier Networks

Mobile HD Voice services are now launched on 20 carrier networks worldwide, according to the GSA (Global mobile Suppliers Association). Europe is taking the lead role with mobile HD Voice.Mobile HD Voice uses Adaptive Multi Rate Wideband technology (W-AMR) standardized by 3GPP, and enables high-quality voice calls in mobile networks and an improved user experience. It provides significantly higher voice quality for calls between mobile phones supporting...

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Verizon Cites Green Efforts in California

Verizon cited a number of conservation initiatives it has undertaken in California, including:the removal and recycling of more than 5 million feet of unused cable, including 2 million feet of old lead cable in 2010.the recycling of 2,895 mobile phones and accessories in California, via Verizon Wireless' HopeLine® program, which resulted in keeping electronic waste and batteries out of landfills.a contract to convert 300 gasoline-powered Ford E-250 cargo vans to CNG (compressed natural gas), a move that will reduce vehicle carbon emissions by 480...

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AT&T Acquires Convergys' Stake in Cincinnati Cell Partnerships for $320M

AT&T has agreed to acquire Convergys Corporation's holdings in certain "cellular partnerships" located in the Cincinnati metropolitan area for approximately $320 million in cash. As a result of its spin-off from Cincinnati Bell Inc. in 1998, Convergys received a 34% limited partnership interest in Cincinnati SMSA and a 45% limited partnership interest in Cincinnati SMSA Tower Holdings. Together, these two properties are referred to as the "cellular...

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Hong Kong Broadband Offers 1 Gbps Triple Play for US$20/Month

Hong Kong Broadband Network launched an "Incredible Triple-Play" service consisting of 1 Gbps broadband, voice, and pay-TV for US$20/month (HK$158) with 24-month contract.Hong Kong Broadband Network, which currently has over 1,110,000 subscriptions for broadband, local telephony and IPTV, said it is able to cut price this low because it is benefitting from rapidly increasing economies of scale as the market in Hong Kong embraces its 1 Gbps service....

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