From Teaneck to Cape May, the New Jersey highways are among some of the most heavily traveled roads in the country. 600 Million people traverse the 360 miles of highway made up by the New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway each year. Safety and communication are of paramount importance for maintaining order along such important conduits for intrastate and interstate transport.
Though no one’s citing any specific non-Snooki-related situations that have taken place en route to the Jersey Shore, the state’s transit authority found it essential that its technological capabilities allow for an improved travel experience for motorists on the crowded roadway. Airspan, and Pinnacle Wireless will play a pivotal role in the a statewide project to deploy a system that will enable better communications, monitoring, and control along state roads.
The operation will divide the space into 100 WiMax sectors on the 4.9GHz band across the entirety of both the turnpike and parkway. Taking advantage of Airspan’s advanced technology HiperMAX base stations, Pinnacle Wireless will deploy a WiMax network that will allow for New Jersey’s Transit Authority to monitor traffic and closed-circuit TV cameras of highway activity. It will also give them speedy access to roadside message signs and weather information systems, should they need to be adjusted.
Despite the project’s “many unique requirements,” Airspan’s President of Sales and Products Amit Ancikovsky sees the NJTA being able “to quickly complete this project ensuring the increased safetyand convenience of millions of drivers.” The familiarity between Airspan and Pinnacle Wireless should help expedite the process, as the two companies have worked together on some other major WiMax deployments across the state– most notably for for the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority with communications coverage of Meadowlands and Monmouth Park.
]]>From Teaneck to Cape May, the New Jersey highways are among some of the most heavily traveled roads in the country. 600 Million people traverse the 360 miles of highway made up by the New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway each year. Safety and communication are of paramount importance for maintaining order along such important conduits for intrastate and interstate transport.
Though no one’s citing any specific non-Snooki-related situations that have taken place en route to the Jersey Shore, the state’s transit authority found it essential that its technological capabilities allow for an improved travel experience for motorists on the crowded roadway. Airspan, and Pinnacle Wireless will play a pivotal role in the a statewide project to deploy a system that will enable better communications, monitoring, and control along state roads.
The operation will divide the space into 100 WiMax sectors on the 4.9GHz band across the entirety of both the turnpike and parkway. Taking advantage of Airspan’s advanced technology HiperMAX base stations, Pinnacle Wireless will deploy a WiMax network that will allow for New Jersey’s Transit Authority to monitor traffic and closed-circuit TV cameras of highway activity. It will also give them speedy access to roadside message signs and weather information systems, should they need to be adjusted.
Despite the project’s “many unique requirements,” Airspan’s President of Sales and Products Amit Ancikovsky sees the NJTA being able “to quickly complete this project ensuring the increased safetyand convenience of millions of drivers.” The familiarity between Airspan and Pinnacle Wireless should help expedite the process, as the two companies have worked together on some other major WiMax deployments across the state– most notably for for the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority with communications coverage of Meadowlands and Monmouth Park.
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WiMAX news took form in Sprint’s filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission that ties short term bonuses for top executives to the success of WiMAX launches in the U.S. 10 percent of the bonus is tied to the sale of Clear, WiMAX services offered by Clearwire. Sprint owns controlling interest in Clearwire.
Sprint CEO Dan Hesse highlighted the advantages of 4G on the health care industry. GoingWIMAX.com interviewed some leading European scientists about the effects of WiMAX on the human body. Maravedis and 4GCounts released its latest study on the number of subscribers globally, along with the forecast for subscribers in 2010.
Internationall deployment continues as BSNL began mobile WiMAX services in India. Vee Telecom joined the WiMAX operators in Taiwan, and Globe Telecom decided to continue to invest in its WiMAX expansion projects in the Philippines. SUBMAR 2010 announced that du CEO will participate in the event.
Sprint also made news in the device market as a rumor began to circulate saying that Palm is building a WiMAX-enabled smart phone for Sprint. Newport Digital Technologies unveiled a LED display that’s WiMAX/WiFi/3G compatible. Users can stream high quality live television over WiMAX networks to display on screens as large as those used at most sports arenas.
Sprint continues to lead the way in WiMAX deployments. Scheduled for 2010, Houston, Boston, Washington D.C., San Francisco and New York are all going to get WiMAX services from Clear. The device market is where Sprint and Clear can separate from its competitors. If they’re able to make a phone that offers reasonable price plans, then it can make a march towards the mainstream.
Top 5 Stories of the Week
2. Sprint CEO on 4G impact on Health Care
3. Maravedis Releases Latest Findings
4. ASTAC and AirSpan Team For Alaskan Roll Out
5. Vee Telecom Starts Services in Taiwan
Stat of the Week: 4.72 million, Number of WiMAX subscribers Worldwide at the end of 3Q 09.
Tweet of the Week: komagata: I want WiMAX on the loose, terrorizing the depths of the popular carriers. RT @ Milkcocoa: @ Komagata antenna so it is increasing like crazy No, but now I might be totally different situation.
Photo Courtesy of mtlin via Flickr… Read the rest
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WiMAX news took form in Sprint’s filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission that ties short term bonuses for top executives to the success of WiMAX launches in the U.S. 10 percent of the bonus is tied to the sale of Clear, WiMAX services offered by Clearwire. Sprint owns controlling interest in Clearwire.
Sprint CEO Dan Hesse highlighted the advantages of 4G on the health care industry. GoingWIMAX.com interviewed some leading European scientists about the effects of WiMAX on the human body. Maravedis and 4GCounts released its latest study on the number of subscribers globally, along with the forecast for subscribers in 2010.
Internationall deployment continues as BSNL began mobile WiMAX services in India. Vee Telecom joined the WiMAX operators in Taiwan, and Globe Telecom decided to continue to invest in its WiMAX expansion projects in the Philippines. SUBMAR 2010 announced that du CEO will participate in the event.
Sprint also made news in the device market as a rumor began to circulate saying that Palm is building a WiMAX-enabled smart phone for Sprint. Newport Digital Technologies unveiled a LED display that’s WiMAX/WiFi/3G compatible. Users can stream high quality live television over WiMAX networks to display on screens as large as those used at most sports arenas.
Sprint continues to lead the way in WiMAX deployments. Scheduled for 2010, Houston, Boston, Washington D.C., San Francisco and New York are all going to get WiMAX services from Clear. The device market is where Sprint and Clear can separate from its competitors. If they’re able to make a phone that offers reasonable price plans, then it can make a march towards the mainstream.
Top 5 Stories of the Week
2. Sprint CEO on 4G impact on Health Care
3. Maravedis Releases Latest Findings
4. ASTAC and AirSpan Team For Alaskan Roll Out
5. Vee Telecom Starts Services in Taiwan
Stat of the Week: 4.72 million, Number of WiMAX subscribers Worldwide at the end of 3Q 09.
Tweet of the Week: komagata: I want WiMAX on the loose, terrorizing the depths of the popular carriers. RT @ Milkcocoa: @ Komagata antenna so it is increasing like crazy No, but now I might be totally different situation.
Photo Courtesy of mtlin via Flickr
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This Week in WiMax News
International companies looking to India as a potentially large market for everything Wimax. Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh announced its auctioning off air wave space for WiMax and 3G use. Following that announcement, Sony and Micro Star International announced it will release WiMax-enabled laptops in India early in 2010.
Media company Tata Elxsi is monitoring the auction closely because it’s developing mobile video and provide software stack to the telecommunications company.Intel also announced it will prepare all sorts of WiMax-enabled products for release in India once the auction is settled. The company has plans to release cheap laptops.
In other international WiMax news, Verat was awarded radio waves for WiMax use in Serbia & Montenegro. Motorola and Du have started Wimax services on the Dubai Metro and in train stations. Bangla Lion started offering WiMax service in Bangladesh.
In other deployment news, it was announced that Stutler and Airspan were chosen to set up a WiMax network for the Navajo nation in New Mexico. HiBeam also chose Telamon to aid in its deployment of WiMax throughout the Midwest.
Many reports have stated that WiMax sales and services are growing and will continue to grow, but not in the way that other broadband internet grew in the past. WiMax provides wireless services to areas where it wasn’t available in the past. There are also reports stating that WiMax users are increasing and that it’s expanding in markets like Malaysia and Russia. It’s also going to help developing countries like Malaysia and India to improve learning through wireless broadband internet.
WiMax needs to break out of a niche market and some providers are doing just that. Clear is starting to buy ad space online, broadcasting commercials on video sites like Hulu and purchasing air time in markets where they recently launched. Clear has opened retail stores in those same markets to offer their products. Clear recently held launch events in its newest markets.
Top 5 Stories of the Week
1. India auctioning Bandwidth Space
2. Clear hold Launch Parties in Four Markets
3. Navajo Nation starts WiMax setup
4. WiMax launched on Dubai Metro
5. HiBeam chooses Telamon for U.S. WiMax Deployment
Fact/Figure of the Week: In 2009, Motorola has reached two milestones, shipments of its 1 millionth CPE and 10,000th WiMAX access point
Tweet of the Week: dabombdgd: is considering WiMAX. Clear.com has a … Read the rest
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This Week in WiMax News
International companies looking to India as a potentially large market for everything Wimax. Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh announced its auctioning off air wave space for WiMax and 3G use. Following that announcement, Sony and Micro Star International announced it will release WiMax-enabled laptops in India early in 2010.
Media company Tata Elxsi is monitoring the auction closely because it’s developing mobile video and provide software stack to the telecommunications company.Intel also announced it will prepare all sorts of WiMax-enabled products for release in India once the auction is settled. The company has plans to release cheap laptops.
In other international WiMax news, Verat was awarded radio waves for WiMax use in Serbia & Montenegro. Motorola and Du have started Wimax services on the Dubai Metro and in train stations. Bangla Lion started offering WiMax service in Bangladesh.
In other deployment news, it was announced that Stutler and Airspan were chosen to set up a WiMax network for the Navajo nation in New Mexico. HiBeam also chose Telamon to aid in its deployment of WiMax throughout the Midwest.
Many reports have stated that WiMax sales and services are growing and will continue to grow, but not in the way that other broadband internet grew in the past. WiMax provides wireless services to areas where it wasn’t available in the past. There are also reports stating that WiMax users are increasing and that it’s expanding in markets like Malaysia and Russia. It’s also going to help developing countries like Malaysia and India to improve learning through wireless broadband internet.
WiMax needs to break out of a niche market and some providers are doing just that. Clear is starting to buy ad space online, broadcasting commercials on video sites like Hulu and purchasing air time in markets where they recently launched. Clear has opened retail stores in those same markets to offer their products. Clear recently held launch events in its newest markets.
Top 5 Stories of the Week
1. India auctioning Bandwidth Space
2. Clear hold Launch Parties in Four Markets
3. Navajo Nation starts WiMax setup
4. WiMax launched on Dubai Metro
5. HiBeam chooses Telamon for U.S. WiMax Deployment
Fact/Figure of the Week: In 2009, Motorola has reached two milestones, shipments of its 1 millionth CPE and 10,000th WiMAX access point
Tweet of the Week: dabombdgd: is considering WiMAX. Clear.com has a pretty good deal, but is it worth it? Roadrunner kills them with price/speeds
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Cooperativa de Telecomunicaciones Sucre has selected Airspan Networks for a multi-phase Bolivian WiMAX deployment. The first section of the deployment will take place in the city of Sucre in the first part of 2010. Sucre residents will be able to access wireless broadband internet .
Operating in the 3.6GHz frequency band, COTES will incorporate a variety of customer premises equipment to meet connectivity requirements, including desktop self-install units as well as outdoor units for increased range.… Read the rest
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Cooperativa de Telecomunicaciones Sucre has selected Airspan Networks for a multi-phase Bolivian WiMAX deployment. The first section of the deployment will take place in the city of Sucre in the first part of 2010. Sucre residents will be able to access wireless broadband internet .
Operating in the 3.6GHz frequency band, COTES will incorporate a variety of customer premises equipment to meet connectivity requirements, including desktop self-install units as well as outdoor units for increased range.
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Verizon Defends LTE at WiMAX Confab – Dec 2, 2009 (FierceWireless)
Clearly outnumbered by the mobile WiMAX advocates in the audience, Verizon’s Chris Neisinger defended his company’s choice of LTE for its 4G network technology. During the WiMAX Forum Americas 2009 conference here this morning, Neisinger said Verizon considered deploying mobile WiMAX technology but ultimately selected LTE because the company believes the technology will have a larger ecosystem.
Agreement Could Bring About Smartphone for WiMax Use – Dec 3, 2009 (Wimax News)
Users may soon have another way to access WiMax. AD2, Beecem and ECS have formed an agreement to Android-based smartphone for WiMAX users.
Time Warner Cable Announces Increase in WiMax Offering – Dec 2, 2009 (Wimax News)
Time Warner Cable launched mobile WiMAX service in Dallas and North Carolina December 1. The company states that its WiMax service, dubbed Road Runner Mobile, is as fast as its cable intenet service.
Airspan and Sling Broadband to Demonstrate Mobile WiMAX Network – Dec 2, 2009 (CNNMoney)
Airspan Networks Inc. (PINKSHEETS: AIRO), a leading provider of broadband wireless access networks, announced today that it plans to demonstrate its Mobile WiMAX solution, running on a dedicated backbone provided by Sling Broadband, a local Floridian WiMAX Operator, at the WiMAX Forum Congress Americas show December 2-3, 2009.
Exclusive: Green Packet Launches Infinit Service Management Platform – Dec 2, 2009 (Wimax News)
GoingWiMax caught up with Kelvin Lee, Senior General Manager of Green Packet Solutions to introduce Infinit Services Management Platform (ISMP).
Clearwire Hopes to Have WiMax-enabled Phones by Christmas 2010 – Dec 2, 2009 (Wimax News)
Clearwire has announced a self-imposed deadline for its plans for WiMax smartphones would be available by Christmas 2010, according to Clearwire CEO Bill Morrow.
ADC Teams with for WiMAX Access Service Node – Dec 2, 2009 (TMCnet)
ADC, a provider of global network infrastructure products and services, has chosen Aricent, a global innovation, technology and services company, to provide its WiMAX (News – Alert) Access Service Node or “ASN” software as part of the ADC WiMAX ecosystem.
25% of Grant Applications submitted are Wimax-based – Dec 2, 2009 (Wimax News)
25 percent of applications received by the U.S. National Telecommunications and Information Administration and Department of Agriculture RUS Fund for last mile broadband stimulus applications are based on WiMax technology.
MoquiZone sets up First Base Station in China – Dec 1, 2009 (Wimax News)
MoquiZone has set … Read the rest
Verizon Defends LTE at WiMAX Confab – Dec 2, 2009 (FierceWireless)
Clearly outnumbered by the mobile WiMAX advocates in the audience, Verizon’s Chris Neisinger defended his company’s choice of LTE for its 4G network technology. During the WiMAX Forum Americas 2009 conference here this morning, Neisinger said Verizon considered deploying mobile WiMAX technology but ultimately selected LTE because the company believes the technology will have a larger ecosystem.
Agreement Could Bring About Smartphone for WiMax Use – Dec 3, 2009 (Wimax News)
Users may soon have another way to access WiMax. AD2, Beecem and ECS have formed an agreement to Android-based smartphone for WiMAX users.
Time Warner Cable Announces Increase in WiMax Offering – Dec 2, 2009 (Wimax News)
Time Warner Cable launched mobile WiMAX service in Dallas and North Carolina December 1. The company states that its WiMax service, dubbed Road Runner Mobile, is as fast as its cable intenet service.
Airspan and Sling Broadband to Demonstrate Mobile WiMAX Network – Dec 2, 2009 (CNNMoney)
Airspan Networks Inc. (PINKSHEETS: AIRO), a leading provider of broadband wireless access networks, announced today that it plans to demonstrate its Mobile WiMAX solution, running on a dedicated backbone provided by Sling Broadband, a local Floridian WiMAX Operator, at the WiMAX Forum Congress Americas show December 2-3, 2009.
Exclusive: Green Packet Launches Infinit Service Management Platform – Dec 2, 2009 (Wimax News)
GoingWiMax caught up with Kelvin Lee, Senior General Manager of Green Packet Solutions to introduce Infinit Services Management Platform (ISMP).
Clearwire Hopes to Have WiMax-enabled Phones by Christmas 2010 – Dec 2, 2009 (Wimax News)
Clearwire has announced a self-imposed deadline for its plans for WiMax smartphones would be available by Christmas 2010, according to Clearwire CEO Bill Morrow.
ADC Teams with for WiMAX Access Service Node – Dec 2, 2009 (TMCnet)
ADC, a provider of global network infrastructure products and services, has chosen Aricent, a global innovation, technology and services company, to provide its WiMAX (News – Alert) Access Service Node or “ASN” software as part of the ADC WiMAX ecosystem.
25% of Grant Applications submitted are Wimax-based – Dec 2, 2009 (Wimax News)
25 percent of applications received by the U.S. National Telecommunications and Information Administration and Department of Agriculture RUS Fund for last mile broadband stimulus applications are based on WiMax technology.
MoquiZone sets up First Base Station in China – Dec 1, 2009 (Wimax News)
MoquiZone has set up the first commercial usage 3.5G WiMax base station in China. It’s the first step in allowing internet cafe users the ability to play games on MoquiZone’s online game portal.
Towerstream Now offers WiMax Services in Philadelphia – Dec 1, 2009 (Wimax News)
Towerstream launched WiMax service, available to 64,250 businesses in Philadelphia on December 1.
The service will allow businesses to take their offices anywhere within the network.
Clearwire Launching WiMax, Retail Services in Hawaii – Dec 1, 2009 (Wimax News)
Clearwire announced the expansion of operations for CLEAR’s fast mobile Internet service in Honolulu and Maui. The service offers mobile internet users broadband-like speeds throughout the coverage area.
Comcast Launches WiMax Service in Chicago – Dec 1, 2009 (Wimax News)
Comcast launced its Wimax service in Chicago December 1. Comcast will use the network set up by Clearwire.
Infineon, Nokia Collaborating On LTE Chips – Nov 30, 2009 (InformationWeek)
Infineon said Wednesday it is teaming with Nokia to create chips for the next generation of mobile broadband. The chipmaker already supplies the world’s largest handset maker with some chips, but it will be collaborating with Nokia to ensure its transceiver chips will work with Nokia’s 4G modems that use Long-Term Evolution technology. The deal could also eventually lead to Infineon supplying LTE chips for future Nokia smartphones and mobile computing devices.
AT4 Wireless Adding ITS for WiMax Certifications – Nov 30, 2009 (Wimax News)
AT4 wireless announced it is offering additional Interoperability Test Suites. It is for Wimax Certification. The wireless certification and testing laboratory is going to be the first in the world provides the full range of testing services required for WiMAX Certification.
C-Motech releases WiMax-enabled Modem – Nov 30, 2009 (Wimax News)
C-MoTech announced the release of the Dual-Mode ‘U-301′ Modem. It supports both 3G CDMA and Mobile WiMax.
OVER THE WEEKEND . . .
MVS, Intel, Clearwire to Invest $700 Million in WiMax – Nov 27, 2009 (Bloomberg)
MVS Comunicaciones SA said it plans to invest about $700 million in WiMax technology along with Clearwire Corp. and Intel Corp. to offer wireless high-speed Internet service in 23 Mexican cities.
MediaG3 Announces the IW4G WiMAX Launch of Service Availability in the Silicon Valley – Nov 27, 2009 (CNNMoney.com)
MediaG3 announces that the company’s expansion plan is advancing impressively in Silicon Valley Metropolis.
Green Packet Enters into Three Supply Agreement for WiMAX Modems in Eurasia – Nov 27, 2009 (TMCnet)
Mobile broadband and networking solutions provider Green Packet Berhad declared on Thursday the receipt of three separate deals for the supply of its award-winning WiMAX modems for the 2.3 and 3.5 frequency range in Eurasia.
WiMAX Goes to the Olympics – Nov 17, 2009 (Wi-fi Planet)
Visitors to the 2010 Winter Olympic Games in Vancouver, Canada will be able to connect their WiMAX-enabled laptops to the Internet to check results and stream video of events using a new mobile WiMAX service that Craig Wireless Systems Ltd. is launching in January.
Key Industry Players Line up as Sponsors for WiMAX Forum® Congress Americas 2009 – Nov 19, 2009 (Earthtimes)
Today the WiMAX Forum announced ZTE as the latest Gold Sponsors on their forthcoming Congress Americas show which is taking place in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on December 2 – 3rd, 2009. ZTE joins Samsung, Airspan, Ciena, WiTech, Intel and Congress Partner Clearwire to form a stellar line-up of sponsors and exhibitors for what is set to be an incredibly information rich three-day event.
China Wi-Max Communications’ Fiber Ring Lit in Beijing – Nov 18, 2009 (TMCnet)
China Wi-Max Communications, Inc. or “CHWM,” a telecommunications and IP transport company, has announced its fiber ring was “lit” by one of its wholly-owned foreign entity companies. The ring, which has undergone extensive testing, is now ready to provide Internet access to commercial customers.
Notion of Wimax-Based Smart Grids Picks Up Steam – Nov 18, 2009 (Urgent Communications)
Smart-grid and WiMAX technologies quickly are becoming intertwined, as utilities around the world have begun announcing their intentions to test smart-grid networks based on WiMAX. The platform’s ability to support other data functions is a key driver, but costs need to shrink for widespread deployment.
Intel Invests $25 Million in Tech Companies – Nov 18, 2009 (Wimax News)
Today Intel Capital, the world’s largest chip maker, announced their seven new investments, worth around US$25 million in total. This is in addition to a $50 million investment already made in U.S. WiMax operator Clearwire.
Africa and the Middle East : Fastest Growth for WiMax Adoption – Nov 17, 2009 (Wimax News)
The business segment in Africa and the Middle East should be the main focus of WiMax operators as fixed WiMax’s contribution to fixed business broadband subscriptions is expected to more than quadruple by 2014, according to a latest report from Pyramid Research.
Clearwire’s Legal Trouble Delaying West Michigan Wireless Network may be Resolved Soon – Nov 17, 2009 (Mlive.com)
Legal roadblocks to the startup of Clearwire’s high speed wireless network in West Michigan may soon be coming down. Sprint-Nextel is buying iPCS … Read the rest
WiMAX Goes to the Olympics – Nov 17, 2009 (Wi-fi Planet)
Visitors to the 2010 Winter Olympic Games in Vancouver, Canada will be able to connect their WiMAX-enabled laptops to the Internet to check results and stream video of events using a new mobile WiMAX service that Craig Wireless Systems Ltd. is launching in January.
Key Industry Players Line up as Sponsors for WiMAX Forum® Congress Americas 2009 – Nov 19, 2009 (Earthtimes)
Today the WiMAX Forum announced ZTE as the latest Gold Sponsors on their forthcoming Congress Americas show which is taking place in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on December 2 – 3rd, 2009. ZTE joins Samsung, Airspan, Ciena, WiTech, Intel and Congress Partner Clearwire to form a stellar line-up of sponsors and exhibitors for what is set to be an incredibly information rich three-day event.
China Wi-Max Communications’ Fiber Ring Lit in Beijing – Nov 18, 2009 (TMCnet)
China Wi-Max Communications, Inc. or “CHWM,” a telecommunications and IP transport company, has announced its fiber ring was “lit” by one of its wholly-owned foreign entity companies. The ring, which has undergone extensive testing, is now ready to provide Internet access to commercial customers.
Notion of Wimax-Based Smart Grids Picks Up Steam – Nov 18, 2009 (Urgent Communications)
Smart-grid and WiMAX technologies quickly are becoming intertwined, as utilities around the world have begun announcing their intentions to test smart-grid networks based on WiMAX. The platform’s ability to support other data functions is a key driver, but costs need to shrink for widespread deployment.
Intel Invests $25 Million in Tech Companies – Nov 18, 2009 (Wimax News)
Today Intel Capital, the world’s largest chip maker, announced their seven new investments, worth around US$25 million in total. This is in addition to a $50 million investment already made in U.S. WiMax operator Clearwire.
Africa and the Middle East : Fastest Growth for WiMax Adoption – Nov 17, 2009 (Wimax News)
The business segment in Africa and the Middle East should be the main focus of WiMax operators as fixed WiMax’s contribution to fixed business broadband subscriptions is expected to more than quadruple by 2014, according to a latest report from Pyramid Research.
Clearwire’s Legal Trouble Delaying West Michigan Wireless Network may be Resolved Soon – Nov 17, 2009 (Mlive.com)
Legal roadblocks to the startup of Clearwire’s high speed wireless network in West Michigan may soon be coming down. Sprint-Nextel is buying iPCS Inc., an Illinois company whose lawsuit against Sprint-Nextel was blocking local deployment of Clearwire’s WiMax service. The sale could be completed in late 2009 or early 2010.
REDtone to Roll Out WiMAX in Miri, Sibu Next – Nov 17, 2009 (Malaysia Star)
REDtone Intern-ational Bhd, which has widened its broadband services to cover most parts of Kuching, will roll out its WiMAX service in Miri and Sibu soon. REDtone Telecommunications Sdn Bhd chief executive officer Lau Bik Soon said its broadband services would be available in Miri in the first quarter of next year and in Sibu by end-2010.
Shipments of Mobile WiMax Chipsets Will Reach 4 Million by Year’s End – Nov 17, 2009 (Wimax News)
According to Maravedis and Reveal Wireless’ new report “WiMAX Wave2 Subscriber Station Chipset Vendors Competitive Analysis” shipments of mobile WiMAX chipsets will reach 4 million by the end of 2009.
CLEAR 6-Day Netbook Giveaway – Nov 16, 2009 (Wimax News)
Starting today, November 16th, Clear will be launching their “CLEAR 6-Day Netbook Giveaway”. It is the first of many such promotions that will make it even easier to get CLEAR mobile internet in everyone’s hands.
Sprint and Cleawire Launch WiMax Service in Austin and San Antonio, Texas – Nov 16, 2009 (Wimax News)
Today Sprint and Clearwire announced that their WiMax wireless network is now available in Austin and San Antonio, Texas markets.
Ruckus Positions 802.11n As WiMax Rival – Nov 16, 2009 (InformationWeek)
On Monday, Ruckus Wireless introduced an 802.11n-based system with enough reach and speed to compete with WiMax. The wireless broadband access system can be deployed cheaper and faster than WiMax, Ruckus said.
First Media to Commence Deployment of WiMax Base Stations – Nov 16, 2009 (Wimax News)
The Jakarta Post reports that Indonesian WiMax start-up PT First Media has deployed four out of ten planned WiMax base transceiver stations (BTS) since winning its license in August 2009.
OVER THE WEEKEND . . .
BanglaLion to offer WiMax Service in Bangladesh – Nov 15, 2009 (Wimax News)
After placing its orders for USB network cards, WiMax terminal-end devices, and laptop PCs with built-in WiMax modules in late October, BanglaLion Communications announced this weekend that it will launch WiMax services in Dhaka, Bangladesh starting June 1.
Aptilo Networks’ Award Winning Solutions for WiMax – Nov 14, 2009 (Wimax News)
GoingWiMax caught up with Torbjorn Ward, CEO and co-founder of Aptilo Networks, a global leader in pre-integrated service management and access control solutions for service providers, enterprises and municipalities.
Clearwire has 173,000 Subscribers – Nov 13, 2009 (Wimax News)
At the end of September Wireless broadband provider Clearwire had about 173,000 WiMax subscribers. They report that by the end of next year, they should be able to offer service to 120 million potential subscribers in the U.S.
Comcast Conducts WiMAX Femtocells Testing – Nov 12, 2009 (Softpedia)
Comcast is reportedly testing out WiMAX femtocells, in a move aimed at enabling it to offer expanded wireless broadband services. The largest cable provider in the United States is already known to have plans for WiMAX services; therefore, the testing of femtocells that are based on this technology should not come as a surprise.
Tranzeo Wireless Reports Third Quarter 2009 Results – Nov 12, 2009 (TMCnet)
Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Inc. (TSX: TZT), a leading producer of high-speed wireless broadband communication systems, today announced its financial results for the third quarter 2009.
Rumor Alert: Google May Bid on Wimax Spectrum in India - Oct 27, 2009 (Wimax News)
According to Reuters, Google Inc. may bid for WiMax radio waves in India’s upcoming auction.
The auction for third generation technology (3G) spectrum in India is expected to start on January 14, 2010.
Beceem Expects WiMAX Solution Shipments to Taiwan to Double in 2010 – Oct 29, 2009 (Digitimes)
WiMAX solution provider Beceem Communications expects its shipments of WiMAX chips to Taiwan to account for 60% of its total WiMAX solution shipments in 2010, compared to 30% in 2009, according to company VP of worldwide sales David Carrol.
Gadget Alert: WiMax eBook Reader – Oct 29, 2009 (Wimax News)
Further details of ASUS’ upcoming eBook reader have emerged, and the company may have confirmed that WiFi, 3G and WiMax versions will be announced before the year is out. The price is said to be competitive to what Amazon and Sony already offer.
Nick VanWingerden Updates Us on the Liberty University WiMax Venture – Oct 28, 2009 (Wimax News)
Liberty University is set to bring WiMAX to its hometown, Lynchburg, VA, by partnering with the Virginia School of the Arts. We spoke to Nick VanWingerden, a part time student in the Online MBA program at Liberty who works in the CIO’s Office as IT Executive Business Analyst and Project Manager, about the university’s plans to offer WiMax to students.
WiMAX Players Fined for Failure to Reach Coverage Target - Oct 28, 2009 (TeleGeography)
Three of Malaysia’s WiMAX operators have been hit with fines relating to failures in rolling out their networks on time, the Star Online reports. According to reports, the country’s telecoms watchdog, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission, advised REDtone, Asiaspace and Y-Max Networks that they failed to reach the 25% population coverage stipulated by their concessions by March 2009.
Funding Delay Bad News for Rural WiMAX Providers – Oct 28, 2009 (Wireless Week)
The decision by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) to delay the payout of the first broadband stimulus grants until December came as bad news for rural WiMAX providers counting on the funds.
Intel, HCL Launch First WiMax-enabled Nettops – Oct 28, 2009 (Economic Times) The world’s largest chip maker Intel, along with HCL Infosystems, on Tuesday announced the launch of the first of WiMax-enabled nettops and laptops in the country.
Multisource Telecoms Selects Airspan’s WiMAX … Read the rest
]]> Rumor Alert: Google May Bid on Wimax Spectrum in India - Oct 27, 2009 (Wimax News)
According to Reuters, Google Inc. may bid for WiMax radio waves in India’s upcoming auction.
The auction for third generation technology (3G) spectrum in India is expected to start on January 14, 2010.
Beceem Expects WiMAX Solution Shipments to Taiwan to Double in 2010 – Oct 29, 2009 (Digitimes)
WiMAX solution provider Beceem Communications expects its shipments of WiMAX chips to Taiwan to account for 60% of its total WiMAX solution shipments in 2010, compared to 30% in 2009, according to company VP of worldwide sales David Carrol.
Gadget Alert: WiMax eBook Reader – Oct 29, 2009 (Wimax News)
Further details of ASUS’ upcoming eBook reader have emerged, and the company may have confirmed that WiFi, 3G and WiMax versions will be announced before the year is out. The price is said to be competitive to what Amazon and Sony already offer.
Nick VanWingerden Updates Us on the Liberty University WiMax Venture – Oct 28, 2009 (Wimax News)
Liberty University is set to bring WiMAX to its hometown, Lynchburg, VA, by partnering with the Virginia School of the Arts. We spoke to Nick VanWingerden, a part time student in the Online MBA program at Liberty who works in the CIO’s Office as IT Executive Business Analyst and Project Manager, about the university’s plans to offer WiMax to students.
WiMAX Players Fined for Failure to Reach Coverage Target - Oct 28, 2009 (TeleGeography)
Three of Malaysia’s WiMAX operators have been hit with fines relating to failures in rolling out their networks on time, the Star Online reports. According to reports, the country’s telecoms watchdog, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission, advised REDtone, Asiaspace and Y-Max Networks that they failed to reach the 25% population coverage stipulated by their concessions by March 2009.
Funding Delay Bad News for Rural WiMAX Providers – Oct 28, 2009 (Wireless Week)
The decision by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) to delay the payout of the first broadband stimulus grants until December came as bad news for rural WiMAX providers counting on the funds.
Intel, HCL Launch First WiMax-enabled Nettops – Oct 28, 2009 (Economic Times) The world’s largest chip maker Intel, along with HCL Infosystems, on Tuesday announced the launch of the first of WiMax-enabled nettops and laptops in the country.
Multisource Telecoms Selects Airspan’s WiMAX Equipment – Oct 27, 2009 (Trading Markets)
South African wireless communications provider Multisource Telecoms has selected Airspan Networks’s WiMAX equipment for a unique live pilot broadcast. The Airspan WiMAX equipment is being trialled with the intention of offering live broadcast for the FIFA World Cup in South Africa in 2010.
Operators Demonstrate Mobile WiMax Global Roaming – Oct 26, 2009 (Wimax News)
On Monday, the Wimax Forum said that operators Clearwire International, Tatung InfoComm and VMAX demonstrated mobile WiMax global roaming for the first time.
Coming Next Month to Chicago:WiMax – Oct 26, 2009 (Wimax News)
Sprint announced that it would begin selling services on a WiMax network in Chicago next month along with Comcast and Clearwire. Chicago was supposed to be one of the first city to offer WiMax, since it supported Sprint Nextel’s push for WiMax in 2007. However Sprint Nextel’s technical difficulties hindered Chicago from getting WiMax sooner.
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Tatung InfoComm and Aicent Initiate World`s First WiMAX Roaming Exchange – Oct 25, 2009 (Reuters)
Aicent Inc. and Tatung InfoComm announced today the first-ever internetwork roaming between WiMAX networks. This successful connection marks the first time international roaming between WiMAX networks has been achieved.
Comzatel Picks Airspan WiMAX Equipment for a Mobile, 4G Network in Mozambique – Oct 23, 2009 (TMCnet)
African wireless communications provider Comzatel reportedly selected Airspan WiMAX (News – Alert) equipment for a mobile, 4G network in Mozambique.
GoingWimax catches up with Declan Byrne from Airspan.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and your company?
I joined Airspan in early 2008 as Chief Marketing Officer. I have been in the telecommunications industry for several years now. I have previously held key positions in companies such as AT&T Wireless, Netro Corporation and SR Telecom.
I was very excited to join Airspan Networks, one of the pioneers and leading companies in WiMAX technologies. Airspan reaches every corner of the globe and has over 500 customers in more than 100 countries. We have the widest variety of WiMAX solutions operating in 700 MHz all the way up to 5.8 GHz bands.
Our goal is to offer leading-edge WiMAX technologies with a robust and reliable platform at an affordable price point, supporting operator business models.
In recent news it was reported that Airspan will be deploying WiMax in Australia and Missouri. What other deployments are in Airspans future?
Well, I can’t predict the future, but I can tell you that Airspan is currently involved in some very exciting deployments across the world. We have a large Mobile WiMAX deployment in Mozambique, we are seeing large expansions to Jordanian Umniah and WiTribe, and our U.S. market has been growing steadily as we are seeing more initiatives to reach the rural and underserved regions. For example, in the U.S. market, 700 MHz license holders are beginning to employ their spectrum and deploy WiMAX networks. Airspan is the only company to currently offer a 700 MHz solution.
We are also energized by the activity in the U.S. generated by the Broadband Stimulus Package. The first round of funds availability has produced thousands of applications and Airspan is the vendor of choice for many of these network plans.
How involved will Airspan be with the Missouri and Australian deployments?
Airspan works closely with all customers to ensure that the networks operate seamlessly. The Missouri deployment by Green Hills will be more closely driven by our partner Stutler Technologies. We are, however, working directly with BigAir and are very involved in their day-to-day operations. We have been very proud of the success BigAir has been experiencing and look forward to our continued partnership.
Which of the 3 base station products you offer is most popular? What is appealing about it?
We do indeed have 3 base station suites. Our MacroMAXe, which recently received the WiMAX Forum … Read the rest
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GoingWimax catches up with Declan Byrne from Airspan.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and your company?
I joined Airspan in early 2008 as Chief Marketing Officer. I have been in the telecommunications industry for several years now. I have previously held key positions in companies such as AT&T Wireless, Netro Corporation and SR Telecom.
I was very excited to join Airspan Networks, one of the pioneers and leading companies in WiMAX technologies. Airspan reaches every corner of the globe and has over 500 customers in more than 100 countries. We have the widest variety of WiMAX solutions operating in 700 MHz all the way up to 5.8 GHz bands.
Our goal is to offer leading-edge WiMAX technologies with a robust and reliable platform at an affordable price point, supporting operator business models.
In recent news it was reported that Airspan will be deploying WiMax in Australia and Missouri. What other deployments are in Airspans future?
Well, I can’t predict the future, but I can tell you that Airspan is currently involved in some very exciting deployments across the world. We have a large Mobile WiMAX deployment in Mozambique, we are seeing large expansions to Jordanian Umniah and WiTribe, and our U.S. market has been growing steadily as we are seeing more initiatives to reach the rural and underserved regions. For example, in the U.S. market, 700 MHz license holders are beginning to employ their spectrum and deploy WiMAX networks. Airspan is the only company to currently offer a 700 MHz solution.
We are also energized by the activity in the U.S. generated by the Broadband Stimulus Package. The first round of funds availability has produced thousands of applications and Airspan is the vendor of choice for many of these network plans.
How involved will Airspan be with the Missouri and Australian deployments?
Airspan works closely with all customers to ensure that the networks operate seamlessly. The Missouri deployment by Green Hills will be more closely driven by our partner Stutler Technologies. We are, however, working directly with BigAir and are very involved in their day-to-day operations. We have been very proud of the success BigAir has been experiencing and look forward to our continued partnership.
Which of the 3 base station products you offer is most popular? What is appealing about it?
We do indeed have 3 base station suites. Our MacroMAXe, which recently received the WiMAX Forum certification, is an impressive, compact, all-outdoor powerful mobile base station. We have seen a great deal of interest in this product and expect it to be very widely accepted in a number of global regions. This unit offers a truly next-generation, 4G, mobile network allowing users to access triple-play applications while at home, in the office, or on the go.
Our HiperMAX base station is a unique powerhouse that enables both a fixed or mobile platform. This is useful to many operators who are looking to enter the market at a lower cost, establish a customer base and then upgrade (software change only) to a truly mobile WiMAX network.
Our MicroMAXd has been one of our most successful units to date. It operates in the 700 MHz, 1.5, 2.3, 2.5, 3.5, 3.65, 4.9, 5.4, and 5.8 GHz bands. It offers versatility, long range, high capacity and carrier-class features such as VoIP and an advanced frequency reuse system.
We have the right solution for operators everywhere.
Who are your direct competitors and what are you doing to stay ahead of the competition?
There are a number of seasoned WiMAX vendors in the market. However, we have been noticing that the strongest players are the WiMAX pure-players. Many of the larger players such as Nokia-Siemens and Alcatel-Lucent are slowly exiting the field and readdressing their focus to other products.
Airspan stays competitive with one simple plan – offer the best and most reliable technology at the most competitive price points. We have been very successful at maintaining a strong portfolio that meets our customers’ demands.
What is it about Airspan that allows you to serve “under served” sectors in the wireless market?
The underserved and un-served markets tend to be located in either rural or hard-to-reach areas or in developing regions of the world where legacy telephony is often missing, not to mention broadband access.
Airspan perfectly addresses all of these markets with a portfolio of wireless solutions that enables operators to deploy networks with no digging and at a fraction of the cost of typical wired solutions. The equipment is also able to overcome harsh weather conditions and challenging terrain. The inherent value of the Airspan WiMAX infrastructure is that is can reach a broader customer base with high-speed services at a low entry cost and a pay-as-you-grow model.
Are there any new products or services you will be launching in the near future?
Airspan is always working on developing new and improved products. Like Steve Austin, TV’s Six Million Dollar Man, we strive to be “Better. Stronger. Faster.”
As one of the sponsors of the WiMax Forum Congress Americas 2009, will Airspan be speaking or presenting? If so, can you please share with our readers the topic.
Airspan is a Gold Sponsor of the show. We will be exhibiting and playing a key role in the show. We are involved in setting up an on-site Mobile WiMAX network. We have a number of customers who will be presenting at the show and I will be speaking as well. Because Airspan plays such a significant role in the U.S. market, specifically in the 3.65 GHz band, I have been asked to discuss the benefits of the lightly licensed band, how it can work for operators and what we expect to see in the future for the band. I will be speaking on December 1, in Track 1 at 3:15pm. I invite all operators to attend the engagement.
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WiMAX Will Be a Niche, Ovum Says - Oct 13, 2009 (TMCnet)
WiMAX, seen by some as a key broadband access technology in the developing world, is destined for niche status in these markets, according to researchers at Ovum.
North Carolina to get Time Warner Cable WiMax in December – Oct 15, 2009 (Wimax News)
Time Warner Cable will take Road Runner on the road on Dec. 1 with the launch of WiMax wireless broadband service in its Charlotte, Greensboro and Raleigh, N.C., markets.
Samsung Preps Touchscreen WiMAX Smartphone – Oct 15, 2009 (Electronista)
Korean wireless provider KT is planning on releasing a smartphone that supports the country’s WiBro mobile broadband network, which is the equivalent of WiMAX in Korea.
Beceem Selects Mindspeed® Broadband Gateway Processor for Use Within Its WiMAX VoIP Gateway Solution – Oct 15, 2009 (Reuters)
Mindspeed Technologies, Inc., a leading supplier of semiconductor solutions for network infrastructure applications, today announced Beceem Communications Inc., a leading provider of mobile WiMAX chips, has selected Mindspeed’s Comcerto 100 broadband gateway processor for use within its BCS5200
customer premise equipment (CPE) chip for residential, small office/home office (SOHO), small- to-midsize businesses (SMB) and enterprise applications.
WiMax Solution to be Deployed in Missouri – Oct 14, 2009 (Wimax News)
Airspan Networks Inc. a provider of broadband wireless access networks, announced that Stutler Technologies has purchased Airspan WiMAX equipment for Green Hills Companies broadband network offering high-speed data services in Missouri.
Cisco Backpedals on WiMAX with Starent Buy – Oct 14, 2009 (Computerworld)
This week’s $2.9 billion acquisition of Starent Networks indicates that Cisco is backpedaling from its WiMAX focus and shifting it to LTE as the 4G underpinning of next generation mobile data networks.
Mformation’s Service Manager Powers UQ’s WiMAX Service in Japan – Oct 14, 2009 (TMCnet)
Edison, N.J.-based advanced mobile device management software provider Mformation Technologies, Inc. reportedly announced that its Service Manager device management platform has been leveraged by UQ Communications, Inc. for the nationwide expansion of UQ WiMAX service in Japan.
Toshiba Notebook Now with WiMax – Oct 13, 2009 (Wimax News)
The old Toshiba dynabook was lightweight and connected almost everywhere. Almost. Now, the new upgraded dynabook UX can get you total Internet mobility with its latest WiMAX feature.
P1 Approved to Roll Out WiMax in East Malaysia – Oct 13, 2009 (Wimax News)
Packet One Networks (P1) announced today that it has received the … Read the rest
WiMAX Will Be a Niche, Ovum Says - Oct 13, 2009 (TMCnet)
WiMAX, seen by some as a key broadband access technology in the developing world, is destined for niche status in these markets, according to researchers at Ovum.
North Carolina to get Time Warner Cable WiMax in December – Oct 15, 2009 (Wimax News)
Time Warner Cable will take Road Runner on the road on Dec. 1 with the launch of WiMax wireless broadband service in its Charlotte, Greensboro and Raleigh, N.C., markets.
Samsung Preps Touchscreen WiMAX Smartphone – Oct 15, 2009 (Electronista)
Korean wireless provider KT is planning on releasing a smartphone that supports the country’s WiBro mobile broadband network, which is the equivalent of WiMAX in Korea.
Beceem Selects Mindspeed® Broadband Gateway Processor for Use Within Its WiMAX VoIP Gateway Solution – Oct 15, 2009 (Reuters)
Mindspeed Technologies, Inc., a leading supplier of semiconductor solutions for network infrastructure applications, today announced Beceem Communications Inc., a leading provider of mobile WiMAX chips, has selected Mindspeed’s Comcerto 100 broadband gateway processor for use within its BCS5200
customer premise equipment (CPE) chip for residential, small office/home office (SOHO), small- to-midsize businesses (SMB) and enterprise applications.
WiMax Solution to be Deployed in Missouri – Oct 14, 2009 (Wimax News)
Airspan Networks Inc. a provider of broadband wireless access networks, announced that Stutler Technologies has purchased Airspan WiMAX equipment for Green Hills Companies broadband network offering high-speed data services in Missouri.
Cisco Backpedals on WiMAX with Starent Buy – Oct 14, 2009 (Computerworld)
This week’s $2.9 billion acquisition of Starent Networks indicates that Cisco is backpedaling from its WiMAX focus and shifting it to LTE as the 4G underpinning of next generation mobile data networks.
Mformation’s Service Manager Powers UQ’s WiMAX Service in Japan – Oct 14, 2009 (TMCnet)
Edison, N.J.-based advanced mobile device management software provider Mformation Technologies, Inc. reportedly announced that its Service Manager device management platform has been leveraged by UQ Communications, Inc. for the nationwide expansion of UQ WiMAX service in Japan.
Toshiba Notebook Now with WiMax – Oct 13, 2009 (Wimax News)
The old Toshiba dynabook was lightweight and connected almost everywhere. Almost. Now, the new upgraded dynabook UX can get you total Internet mobility with its latest WiMAX feature.
P1 Approved to Roll Out WiMax in East Malaysia – Oct 13, 2009 (Wimax News)
Packet One Networks (P1) announced today that it has received the necessary approvals to roll out its P1 W1Max service in East Malaysia.
WiMax Subscribers to Reach 24 Million by 2014 in Asia Pacific – Oct 12, 2009 (Wimax News)
The Asia Pacific region keeps leading the world in WiMax innovation, as countries like Japan, India and Korea continue to invest in the technology, with maverick operators in neighboring countries following suit, industry analyst firm Frost & Sullivan reported recently.
Barry West at ITU 2009, “WiMAX still has a leg-up in the 4G race” – Oct 12, 2009 (Wimax News)
The WiMAX Forum and executives from Clearwire, Beceem, Cisco, Huawei, Samsung, Intel, UQC, Yota and others were all on-hand at the ITU Telecom World 2009 conference, held in Geneva, Switzerland to show support for WiMAX in the 4G race.
Clear WiMax Soon in New York? – Oct 12, 2009 (Wimax News)
Clearwire appears to be gradually moving ahead with plans to deploy mobile WiMax in the New York area, although building out this market could take up to two more years.
Reportlinker Adds Face Off: 802.11n WiFi vs. WiMAX – An Evaluation of Synergies and Opportunities Report – Oct 12, 2009 (Business Wire)
Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue.
Powerwave Technologies, 2009 Mobile Excellence Awards Finalist – Oct 12, 2009 (Wimax News)
According to Reuters, Powerwave Technologies, Inc. has been chosen as a finalist in the 2009 Mobile Excellence Awards (MEAs).
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WiMAX Crowd Makes Noise about Next Generation of WiMAX – Oct 11, 2009 (FierceBroadbandWireless)
As the noise coming out of the Long Term Evolution (LTE) crowd continues to grow louder WiMAX Forum is finally making some noise around the next generation of mobile WiMAX, which is designed to be technically on par with LTE.
Smart Bro’s Project Gets NTC Okay – Oct 11, 2009 (BusinessMirror)
SMART Broadband Inc. (SBI), a subsidiary of Smart Communications Inc., was given the go ahead of the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) last week to operate a more advanced technology involving data communications in far-flung areas that would cost the cellular firm P341.25 million.
Saudi Mobily Telecom Refinances $400 Million Loan – Oct 11, 2009 (Reuters India)
Saudi mobile operator Etihad Etisalat (Mobily) said it would refinance a 1.5 billion riyal ($400 million) Islamic loan at a time when banks are more cautious to lend following trouble at two large Saudi conglomerates.
Clearwire is tied to WiMax until 2011 – Oct 10, 2009
Clearwire, LLC. cannot switch from mobile WiMax to Long Term Evolution (LTE) until 2011 due to a contract the corporation has signed with Intel Corp., Unstrung reports.
DragonWave’s Shares Soar with Help From WiMax – Oct 9, 2009 (Wimax News)
According to Reuters, shares of DragonWave Inc. soared as much as 17 percent to a lifetime high. Revenue climbed 236 percent to C$35.5 million*, driven by key customer Clearwire Corp.