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3G Industry news from the UMTS Forum
21 April 2008

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Wireless Industry Leaders commit to framework for LTE technology IPR licensing
Alcatel-Lucent, Ericsson, NEC, NextWave Wireless, Nokia, Nokia Siemens Networks and Sony Ericsson have announced a mutual commitment to a framework for establishing predictable and more transparent maximum aggregate costs for licensing intellectual property rights (IPR) that relate to 3GPP Long Term Evolution and Service Architecture Evolution standards (LTE/SAE).

Can't watch Big Brother 24/7?...I don't think so!
Big Brother die-hards will have unrivalled access to Australia’s most entertaining household in 2008 with new Big Brother mobile TV exclusive to 3.

DoCoMo to Develop Operator Pack for FOMA Handsets
NTT DoCoMo, Inc. announced that it will develop an operator pack for FOMA 3G handsets compatible with specifications established by the LiMo Foundation.

Orange launches trials of Read&Go, the first 3G-connected mobile
In partnership with five major French newspapers, Orange has launched the trial of Read&Go – the first 3G-connected mobile newspaper kiosk:  a new digital terminal with e-paper technology, combining ease of use with a mobile terminal offering the read comfort of paper.

Ericsson to supply WCDMA/HSPA network to TIM in Brazil
Ericsson has been selected by TIM Brasil, Brazil's largest GSM operator, to provide a WCDMA/HSPA network, enabling the launch of high-speed mobile broadband in eight states across Brazil.
Vodafone launches exclusive handset and gives away free tickets to Rock
Vodafone is giving away a free ticket to Rock in Rio Lisbon 2008 to all customers who buy the new exclusive Nokia 5610 Xpress Music on or before 30 April.

Tap into experiences with the Nokia 6212 classic
Nokia introduced the Nokia 6212 classic featuring integrated Near Field Communication (NFC). The 3G handset allows consumers to conveniently share content, access services and information as well as conduct payments and ticketing with one tap of the device.

 
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