SUNNYVALE, USA: Ruckus Wireless announced the industry's lowest cost, highest performance 802.11n access point to integrate patented adaptive antenna array technology.
Priced at $399, the ZoneFlex 7341 is ideal for mid-market enterprises looking to migrate to higher speed wireless services while addressing the explosion of handheld, smart mobile devices hitting their networks.
Perfect for schools, hotels, hospitals, clinics and retailers, the ZoneFlex 7341 is a one-port (802.3af power over Ethernet), single-band (2.4GHz) Wi-Fi access point that integrates patented adaptive antenna array to extend signal range and reliability. Housed in a sleek, low-profile design that can be mounted almost anywhere, the ZoneFlex 7341 operates as both as a standalone access point or part of a centrally managed wireless LAN system.
Available immediately, the ZoneFlex 7341 is perfect for:
* Offering high-speed, low cost, and remotely-controlled Wi-Fi services in branch offices;
* Helping schools easily migrate to higher capacity, dual-band wireless services at a lower total cost of ownership;
* Enabling more robust wireless services within hotels and public venues;
* Providing managed wireless services in retail locations where cost, aesthetics and reliability are key concerns; and
* Delivering high-capacity wireless multimedia hot spot services.
Low-end price, high-end performance
In over-the-air wireless performance testing against high-end competitive 802.11n products from Aruba (AP125) and Cisco Systems (1250) that were twice the price, the new ZoneFlex 7300 series consistently delivered up to 40% better throughput at close and long ranges.
In performance testing, where the orientation of receiving laptops was varied, the ZoneFlex 7300 delivered a dramatic 2x to 4x improvement in throughput over the high-end Aruba 125 and Cisco 1250.
Unlike any other 802.11n access points, Ruckus ZoneFlex access points integrate BeamFlex, a patented software-controlled multi-antenna array that constantly forms and directs Wi-Fi signals over the best performing signal paths on a per packet basis.
As RF environments change, Ruckus ZoneFlex APs are able to automatically select better signal paths to increase performance and reduce packet loss thereby ensuring reliable performance at any distance. Other access points using omni-directional antennae are unable to cope with obstacles and interference, lowering their data rate to reach acceptable levels of services. This degrades performance for all users sharing a given access point.
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Monday, April 4, 2011
VisionMobile 100 Million Club research marks Myriad group’s continued leadership in mobile technology
DUEBENDORF-ZURICH, SWITZERLAND: Myriad Group AG, a global leader in mobile technology having shipped over 3.8 billion software applications on more than 2.2 billion phones, welcomed the latest results by leading global analyst firm, VisionMobile.
The 100 Million Club, VisionMobile’s embedded mobile software watchlist, cites Myriad’s continued dominance and growth in mobile mass-market software categories: mobile application environments, mobile browser and mobile middleware.
Myriad was the only company to lead more than one category in VisionMobile’s current report and was ranked in the following three categories:
Browser Category – Myriad Browser has been shipped in over 2.2 billion handsets, and has now shipped more than twice the units of the 2nd placed company in the browser category.
Middleware Category – Myriad leads the Messaging Client software category with shipments nearing 1.2 billion handsets to date.
Application Environment Category – Myriad’s Jbed Java ME, embedded in nearly 450 million handsets, maintained its rank as one of only two companies included in this category.
“Our latest research findings show that despite the apparent opportunity in the one-billion-a-year handset market, very few software companies, such as Myriad Group, have managed to overcome the commercial and technical challenges that exist in the mobile industry and achieve a high level of penetration in the handset market,” stated Andreas Constantinou, research director, VisionMobile.
Myriad retains its legacy in the bi-annual VisionMobile report, as the only company to be featured in three of the six report categories. Myriad is also one of only seven companies to have shipped over 1 billion units, and is the only company to have two of these 1 billion plus, best-selling products in their portfolio.
“We are pleased to note VisionMobile’s most recent report, demonstrating Myriad’s continued growth and leadership in multiple areas of the mobile software space. As we progress further into 2011, we anticipate further advances in the browser, messaging and Java categories as well as Myriad’s expansion into new areas of the mobile industry such as mobile social networking,” added Simon Wilkinson, CEO of Myriad Group.
The 100 Million Club, VisionMobile’s embedded mobile software watchlist, cites Myriad’s continued dominance and growth in mobile mass-market software categories: mobile application environments, mobile browser and mobile middleware.
Myriad was the only company to lead more than one category in VisionMobile’s current report and was ranked in the following three categories:
Browser Category – Myriad Browser has been shipped in over 2.2 billion handsets, and has now shipped more than twice the units of the 2nd placed company in the browser category.
Middleware Category – Myriad leads the Messaging Client software category with shipments nearing 1.2 billion handsets to date.
Application Environment Category – Myriad’s Jbed Java ME, embedded in nearly 450 million handsets, maintained its rank as one of only two companies included in this category.
“Our latest research findings show that despite the apparent opportunity in the one-billion-a-year handset market, very few software companies, such as Myriad Group, have managed to overcome the commercial and technical challenges that exist in the mobile industry and achieve a high level of penetration in the handset market,” stated Andreas Constantinou, research director, VisionMobile.
Myriad retains its legacy in the bi-annual VisionMobile report, as the only company to be featured in three of the six report categories. Myriad is also one of only seven companies to have shipped over 1 billion units, and is the only company to have two of these 1 billion plus, best-selling products in their portfolio.
“We are pleased to note VisionMobile’s most recent report, demonstrating Myriad’s continued growth and leadership in multiple areas of the mobile software space. As we progress further into 2011, we anticipate further advances in the browser, messaging and Java categories as well as Myriad’s expansion into new areas of the mobile industry such as mobile social networking,” added Simon Wilkinson, CEO of Myriad Group.
tXtBlocker: Most effective anti-texting product according to consumer reports
ORLANDO, USA: United Efficiency Inc., developers of tXtBlocker, announced that Consumer Reports rated tXtBlocker as the most effective anti-texting product among all competing products they’ve tested. The glowing accolade by Consumer Reports was part of an industry-wide article in their April 2011 issue, entitled “Driving distracted,” found on pages 22 through 25.
TXtBlocker is the leading cell phone driving-safety service which stops texting while driving and allows owners to control when, where and how their phones are used. With a simple download, parents, employers and organizations can keep their loved ones and others safe on the road. This positive industry review of txtBlocker from one of the world’s leading authorities on consumer-related products is yet another distinction for the service, which enjoys high customer satisfaction and partnerships with some of the most-respected carrier and retail brands, including AT&T and Best Buy.
“Consumer Reports' statement that txtBlocker is the most effective anti-texting product they’ve tested is flattering, and highlights the ease-of-use and added functionality of our product amongst competing solutions,” said Stan Van Meter, president of United Efficiency, Inc.
tXtBlocker is launching a Distracted Driving Awareness Contest during Distracted Driving Month. The contest will run from April 5 to April 29, and tXtBlocker will give away a free year of tXtBlocker service to individuals who are the first to correctly answer trivia questions about the eye-opening statistics on the dangers of distracted driving. A grand prize of an iPad 2 will be given to one lucky participant at the end of the contest.
What is txtBlocker?
tXtBlocker ends dangerous cell phone use on the road using a smart phone’s GPS. It also sends an automatic message to incoming text and calls, letting callers know it is unsafe to send a text or answer a call and you will reply when able. Customers can also locate their phones anytime and create their own No-Cell Zones around schools or offices with the service.
TXtBlocker is the leading cell phone driving-safety service which stops texting while driving and allows owners to control when, where and how their phones are used. With a simple download, parents, employers and organizations can keep their loved ones and others safe on the road. This positive industry review of txtBlocker from one of the world’s leading authorities on consumer-related products is yet another distinction for the service, which enjoys high customer satisfaction and partnerships with some of the most-respected carrier and retail brands, including AT&T and Best Buy.
“Consumer Reports' statement that txtBlocker is the most effective anti-texting product they’ve tested is flattering, and highlights the ease-of-use and added functionality of our product amongst competing solutions,” said Stan Van Meter, president of United Efficiency, Inc.
tXtBlocker is launching a Distracted Driving Awareness Contest during Distracted Driving Month. The contest will run from April 5 to April 29, and tXtBlocker will give away a free year of tXtBlocker service to individuals who are the first to correctly answer trivia questions about the eye-opening statistics on the dangers of distracted driving. A grand prize of an iPad 2 will be given to one lucky participant at the end of the contest.
What is txtBlocker?
tXtBlocker ends dangerous cell phone use on the road using a smart phone’s GPS. It also sends an automatic message to incoming text and calls, letting callers know it is unsafe to send a text or answer a call and you will reply when able. Customers can also locate their phones anytime and create their own No-Cell Zones around schools or offices with the service.
SYNNEX adds high performance data center Ethernet network solutions to integrated communications portfolio with Force10 Networks
GREENVILLE, USA: SYNNEX Corp., a leading distributor of IT products and services, announced that it has signed a distribution agreement with Force10 Networks Inc., a networking solutions technology leader that serves the data center, service provider and enterprise markets.
Under the terms of the agreement, SYNNEX’ Integrated Communications Group, which resides within the company’s Technology Solutions Division, will distribute Force10’s complete portfolio of Ethernet networking products to resellers throughout North America.
Force10 Networks is the first high performance data center Ethernet networking solution in the SYNNEX portfolio. SYNNEX partners will now have access to Force 10’s entire line of networking products, ranging from top-of-rack to chassis offerings, enabling SYNNEX partners to represent an end-to-end portfolio for 1, 10 and 40 Gig network solutions. Geared towards the mid-to-large market, Force10’s networking solutions support high performance, mission-critical network environments, including data centers, converged networks and cluster/grid computing.
“With Force10 Networks added to our arsenal, SYNNEX can now provide complete data center networking solutions from the core to the edge,” said Peter Larocque, president, US Distribution for SYNNEX. “Force10’s proven scalability, reliability and cost-effective delivery of content from the enterprise or converged network to the mobile business user or consumer gives SYNNEX’ resellers the opportunity to offer solutions to their customers that are utilized by the most highly trafficked websites.”
Resellers will have access to healthy inventory levels and a team of experts to help support their ability to service their customers through SYNNEX and improve their profitability through strong margins and Force10’s aggressive partner programs.
“SYNNEX’ brand recognition and distribution expertise immediately make them a key contributor to our distribution strategy,” said Michael O’Brien – VP, WW Channels and Alliances, Force10 Networks. “By leveraging their value-added services with our core-to-edge 1, 10 and 40 Gig Ethernet switch/router solutions, we anticipate an acceleration of market penetration with SYNNEX solving a full range of network design challenges for their customers.”
Under the terms of the agreement, SYNNEX’ Integrated Communications Group, which resides within the company’s Technology Solutions Division, will distribute Force10’s complete portfolio of Ethernet networking products to resellers throughout North America.
Force10 Networks is the first high performance data center Ethernet networking solution in the SYNNEX portfolio. SYNNEX partners will now have access to Force 10’s entire line of networking products, ranging from top-of-rack to chassis offerings, enabling SYNNEX partners to represent an end-to-end portfolio for 1, 10 and 40 Gig network solutions. Geared towards the mid-to-large market, Force10’s networking solutions support high performance, mission-critical network environments, including data centers, converged networks and cluster/grid computing.
“With Force10 Networks added to our arsenal, SYNNEX can now provide complete data center networking solutions from the core to the edge,” said Peter Larocque, president, US Distribution for SYNNEX. “Force10’s proven scalability, reliability and cost-effective delivery of content from the enterprise or converged network to the mobile business user or consumer gives SYNNEX’ resellers the opportunity to offer solutions to their customers that are utilized by the most highly trafficked websites.”
Resellers will have access to healthy inventory levels and a team of experts to help support their ability to service their customers through SYNNEX and improve their profitability through strong margins and Force10’s aggressive partner programs.
“SYNNEX’ brand recognition and distribution expertise immediately make them a key contributor to our distribution strategy,” said Michael O’Brien – VP, WW Channels and Alliances, Force10 Networks. “By leveraging their value-added services with our core-to-edge 1, 10 and 40 Gig Ethernet switch/router solutions, we anticipate an acceleration of market penetration with SYNNEX solving a full range of network design challenges for their customers.”
How underserved markets in China and Peru are effectively positioned for ChinaTel’s wireless broadband technologies
SAN DIEGO, USA: Frost & Sullivan, a leading research and growth strategies firm, issued one of its latest white papers entitled “The Emergence of a New Wireless Broadband Provider”. In the authorized report, Frost & Sullivan delivers detailed insights about ChinaTel’s business initiatives in China and Peru, while also showcasing seven core components that support the company’s ability to deliver on its promise of building wireless infrastructure in key markets worldwide. The report also highlights leading data and statistics about China and Peru that strongly favor ChinaTel’s market positioning.
According to the report, China is one of the fastest growing economies in the world, but still has broadband penetration that’s ranked below many other countries. In addition, the report states that the per-capita disposable income of the urban Chinese population actually increased by 8.8 percent in 2009 as compared to the previous year. Moreover, the report shares that China has the largest mobile population (833 million users), meaning that access to information anytime, anywhere is becoming a key resource fueling the economy in China.
Most important to any service provider is access to underserved customers. The shear population of China and growth rate of the Chinese economy places ChinaTel in an enviable position – Frost & Sullivan
The white paper also highlights the rapid expansion that ChinaTel has experienced through assertive dealing-making with international broadband companies. Initially, the Company only owned the exclusive rights to roll out its Wireless Broadband Access (WBA) networks to the 29 largest cities in China through its partnership with CECT-Chinacomm. Now, the Company has quickly expanded its footprint to become the largest WBA network carrier in China by adding two additional major China-based network partnerships, including:
* Golden Bridge’s 9 city last mile WBA network; expandable to 100 cities+ within China (ChinaTel owns 49 percent).
* Sino Crossing 34,000 km fiber backbone throughout 90 percent of China (ChinaTel’s owns 51 percent).
As stated in the report, the Sino Crossing fiber asset, when upgraded, is capable of transporting in excess of 100 gigabytes of data per second each, which is the equivalent backbone of Tier 1 networks in the US being deployed by Verizon and Qwest. Furthermore, Frost & Sullivan highlights four important marketplace drivers that will increase the value of ChinaTel’s investment in the Sino Crossing fiber project including the fact that:
* Globally, mobile data traffic will double every year through 2014, increasing 39 times between 2009 and 2014.
* The transport of VoIP traffic by traditional Tier 1 carriers will become more important and will drive international telcos to look for additional networking partners in China.
* China still has strong social media growth potential since the country has not yet fully opened its networks and embraced social media the way the West has.
* The Sino Crossing fiber asset provides stability to ChinaTel by opening additional revenue streams through last-mile wireless solutions that ChinaTel will be deploying.
ChinaTel has also gained spectrum in Peru, via its subsidiary Perusat, to launch WBA networks in seven targeted cities within the country. Frost & Sullivan states that ChinaTel’s footprint in Peru demonstrates the Company’s ability to extend beyond the borders of China. Frost & Sullivan also shares some important Internet usage data on Peru, highlighting that the country’s Internet usage has risen from just 10 percent of the population in 2003 to 25 percent of the population at the end of 2008, according to statistics from the World Bank.
Finally, the white paper showcases seven core components that Frost & Sullivan believes are the cornerstones to ChinaTel’s ability to delivering an effective business model in the international wireless broadband arena, including the fact that:
1. WBA technologies are now well-known in the marketplace.
2. China and Latin America are still emerging markets, underserved by wireline and wireless service providers (leaving a door of opportunity for ChinaTel).
3. ChinaTel’s partnership with ZTE, which allows them to bring solid technology platforms to the market that can be easily upgradable to LTE, is a strong benefit.
4. ZTE is ChinaTel’s preferred service provider based on a solid MOU agreement in place.
5. By owning 51 percent stake in Sino Crossing, ChinaTel does not have to pay other service providers for backhaul.
6. By owning 49 percent of Golden Bridge, plus control of its board, ChinaTel can now expand its original licenses from the 29 up to 100+ cities in China.
7. ChinaTel’s investment in Peru, as well as other countries it is targeting, proves that it is on course for generating subscribers and revenues globally.
According to the report, China is one of the fastest growing economies in the world, but still has broadband penetration that’s ranked below many other countries. In addition, the report states that the per-capita disposable income of the urban Chinese population actually increased by 8.8 percent in 2009 as compared to the previous year. Moreover, the report shares that China has the largest mobile population (833 million users), meaning that access to information anytime, anywhere is becoming a key resource fueling the economy in China.
Most important to any service provider is access to underserved customers. The shear population of China and growth rate of the Chinese economy places ChinaTel in an enviable position – Frost & Sullivan
The white paper also highlights the rapid expansion that ChinaTel has experienced through assertive dealing-making with international broadband companies. Initially, the Company only owned the exclusive rights to roll out its Wireless Broadband Access (WBA) networks to the 29 largest cities in China through its partnership with CECT-Chinacomm. Now, the Company has quickly expanded its footprint to become the largest WBA network carrier in China by adding two additional major China-based network partnerships, including:
* Golden Bridge’s 9 city last mile WBA network; expandable to 100 cities+ within China (ChinaTel owns 49 percent).
* Sino Crossing 34,000 km fiber backbone throughout 90 percent of China (ChinaTel’s owns 51 percent).
As stated in the report, the Sino Crossing fiber asset, when upgraded, is capable of transporting in excess of 100 gigabytes of data per second each, which is the equivalent backbone of Tier 1 networks in the US being deployed by Verizon and Qwest. Furthermore, Frost & Sullivan highlights four important marketplace drivers that will increase the value of ChinaTel’s investment in the Sino Crossing fiber project including the fact that:
* Globally, mobile data traffic will double every year through 2014, increasing 39 times between 2009 and 2014.
* The transport of VoIP traffic by traditional Tier 1 carriers will become more important and will drive international telcos to look for additional networking partners in China.
* China still has strong social media growth potential since the country has not yet fully opened its networks and embraced social media the way the West has.
* The Sino Crossing fiber asset provides stability to ChinaTel by opening additional revenue streams through last-mile wireless solutions that ChinaTel will be deploying.
ChinaTel has also gained spectrum in Peru, via its subsidiary Perusat, to launch WBA networks in seven targeted cities within the country. Frost & Sullivan states that ChinaTel’s footprint in Peru demonstrates the Company’s ability to extend beyond the borders of China. Frost & Sullivan also shares some important Internet usage data on Peru, highlighting that the country’s Internet usage has risen from just 10 percent of the population in 2003 to 25 percent of the population at the end of 2008, according to statistics from the World Bank.
Finally, the white paper showcases seven core components that Frost & Sullivan believes are the cornerstones to ChinaTel’s ability to delivering an effective business model in the international wireless broadband arena, including the fact that:
1. WBA technologies are now well-known in the marketplace.
2. China and Latin America are still emerging markets, underserved by wireline and wireless service providers (leaving a door of opportunity for ChinaTel).
3. ChinaTel’s partnership with ZTE, which allows them to bring solid technology platforms to the market that can be easily upgradable to LTE, is a strong benefit.
4. ZTE is ChinaTel’s preferred service provider based on a solid MOU agreement in place.
5. By owning 51 percent stake in Sino Crossing, ChinaTel does not have to pay other service providers for backhaul.
6. By owning 49 percent of Golden Bridge, plus control of its board, ChinaTel can now expand its original licenses from the 29 up to 100+ cities in China.
7. ChinaTel’s investment in Peru, as well as other countries it is targeting, proves that it is on course for generating subscribers and revenues globally.
Via Licensing joins NFC Forum
SAN FRANCISCO, USA: Via Licensing Corp., a company that develops and operates patent pools in cooperation with essential patent owners worldwide, announced that it has joined the Near Field Communication (NFC) Forum.
Near Field Communication is a standards-based, short-range connectivity technology enabling efficient and secure two-way connectivity between electronic devices. NFC-equipped devices can securely transfer data between other NFC devices, access digital content, and perform contactless transactions.
Via Licensing Corporation has been providing essential patent licenses for NFC technology since 2007 and offers a joint license agreement covering patents from France Telecom, Inside Secure, Motorola, and NXP. By joining the NFC Forum, Via Licensing is increasing its commitment of supporting the rapid market deployment of NFC standards. In line with its objectives to provide convenient access to essential NFC patents, membership in the NFC Forum will help Via Licensing to advance predictable and market-appropriate licensing terms for essential NFC patents.
“The market potential for NFC is significant, and the technology can enable vital innovation opportunities,” said Jean-Michel Bourdon, President of Via Licensing Corporation. “We are pleased and excited to become a member of the NFC Forum and to work alongside the other members to help drive the adoption of NFC technology.”
Near Field Communication is a standards-based, short-range connectivity technology enabling efficient and secure two-way connectivity between electronic devices. NFC-equipped devices can securely transfer data between other NFC devices, access digital content, and perform contactless transactions.
Via Licensing Corporation has been providing essential patent licenses for NFC technology since 2007 and offers a joint license agreement covering patents from France Telecom, Inside Secure, Motorola, and NXP. By joining the NFC Forum, Via Licensing is increasing its commitment of supporting the rapid market deployment of NFC standards. In line with its objectives to provide convenient access to essential NFC patents, membership in the NFC Forum will help Via Licensing to advance predictable and market-appropriate licensing terms for essential NFC patents.
“The market potential for NFC is significant, and the technology can enable vital innovation opportunities,” said Jean-Michel Bourdon, President of Via Licensing Corporation. “We are pleased and excited to become a member of the NFC Forum and to work alongside the other members to help drive the adoption of NFC technology.”
Friday, April 1, 2011
Lightower completes acquisition of Open Access
BOXBOROUGH, USA: Lightower Fiber Networks, a leading metro fiber network and bandwidth service provider, has completed its previously announced acquisition of Open Access Inc., a provider of diverse, cost-effective, customized end-to-end communications solutions, based in Farmingdale, NY.
With the acquisition of Open Access, Lightower expands its network and customer base throughout Long Island and the greater New York City region. This expansion adds backbone fiber to Lightower’s already dense Long Island network and also adds access to over 230 commercial buildings and data centers throughout the region.
“We are very pleased to complete the acquisition of Open Access and integrate it into our growing fiber network in the Northeast,” said Rob Shanahan, CEO of Lightower. “Open Access customers will see immediate benefits including access to the entire Lightower Network and our entire suite of services.”
The merger of the two networks supports Lightower’s mission of owning and operating a dense, next-generation fiber network that provides a complete portfolio of high-bandwidth services utilizing end-to-end fiber connectivity. The combined network increases Lightower’s last-mile fiber access into commercial buildings across Long Island.
“The completion of this acquisition strengthens our position in this very important market,” added Shanahan. “Demand for our end-to-end fiber connectivity continues to grow, and we see great potential for expanding our customer base and market share throughout Long Island and the greater New York City region.”
Lightower’s current network is comprised of over 5,800 fiber route miles and provides access to over 2,300 commercial buildings, data centers, telco hotels, and other critical interconnection facilities. Lightower’s footprint extends throughout Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Jersey, and New York, including Long Island and New York City. In addition, Lightower offers nationwide long haul services to Chicago, Washington D.C., Atlanta, Denver, Phoenix, San Diego, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Sacramento.
With the acquisition of Open Access, Lightower expands its network and customer base throughout Long Island and the greater New York City region. This expansion adds backbone fiber to Lightower’s already dense Long Island network and also adds access to over 230 commercial buildings and data centers throughout the region.
“We are very pleased to complete the acquisition of Open Access and integrate it into our growing fiber network in the Northeast,” said Rob Shanahan, CEO of Lightower. “Open Access customers will see immediate benefits including access to the entire Lightower Network and our entire suite of services.”
The merger of the two networks supports Lightower’s mission of owning and operating a dense, next-generation fiber network that provides a complete portfolio of high-bandwidth services utilizing end-to-end fiber connectivity. The combined network increases Lightower’s last-mile fiber access into commercial buildings across Long Island.
“The completion of this acquisition strengthens our position in this very important market,” added Shanahan. “Demand for our end-to-end fiber connectivity continues to grow, and we see great potential for expanding our customer base and market share throughout Long Island and the greater New York City region.”
Lightower’s current network is comprised of over 5,800 fiber route miles and provides access to over 2,300 commercial buildings, data centers, telco hotels, and other critical interconnection facilities. Lightower’s footprint extends throughout Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Jersey, and New York, including Long Island and New York City. In addition, Lightower offers nationwide long haul services to Chicago, Washington D.C., Atlanta, Denver, Phoenix, San Diego, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Sacramento.
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