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News
Issue #2002 - 12 (March 2002)
(Updated Mar.
28, 2002)
TECHNOLOGY
Overview of Recently Released
3G-Component Technologies
The release of a wide range
of third generation component products for networks and handsets is
being interpreted, by observers, as a vote of confidence for the
industry as it moves toward 3G networks and services.
Recent Releases
Cellular 3G Inc., a provider of silicon solutions for 3G
wireless devices, has introduced a power-efficient, high-bit-rate
W-CDMA 3G baseband chip, TopHat. The chip is capable of providing
near-LAN applications on 3G handheld devices using only a fraction
of the power consumption compared to chip implementations based on
traditional technologies.
Amplifier manufacturer Amplidyne has introduced its W-CDMA
amplifier, for use in UMTS/IMT2000 3G base stations, and its View
802.11b wireless Internet security camera.
Also addressing the needs of the mobile operator is InterWAVE
Communications with the launch of its StreamNet ATM switch. The
company says it’s an ideal solution for operators looking to
migrate current 2G cellular transport networks to support 2.5G and
3G applications.
Another company focusing on the migration to 3G, specifically
from GPRS to EDGE, is PrairieComm, a specialist in 3G-baseband
technology. At the launch of its PCI3800 baseband processor, the
company said the new product will enable the commercialization of 3G
EGPRS handsets by the end of year. EGPRS handsets will offer ‘always
on’ data with speeds up to 384 kbps.
For more information: http://www.cellular3g.com/index.asp
http://www.amplidyneinc.com/index2.html
Mobileinfo Comments & Advisory: The
only vote of confidence for 3G's success we would rely on is the one
from end user organizations and consumers. That election has not been
held so far. Nonetheless, 3G will survive - there is enough hope and a
lot of self-interested doctors ready to give it mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation. 3G will need a lot of love, caring and a lot of people
ready to adopt it.
Note: This news release may contain
forward-looking statements. Readers should take appropriate caution in
developing plans utilizing these products, services and technology
architectures. All trademarks used in this summary are
the property of their respective owners.
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