Comparing 3G Networks
Friday, 11. 20. 2009 – Category: Ranger Wireless Solutions
An interesting lawsuit by AT&T has been making a lot of news lately. They are suing Verizon in an effort to force them to stop airing new ads that tout a superior 3G network. While the case seems far from over, current rulings seem to be favoring Verizon; who touts having five times the 3G coverage. This debate brings to light an interesting conversation—how do you determine the best 3G network? The truth is (at least in part) in the eye of the beholder.
The term 3G is really more generic than it seems. In simple terms, 3G stands for the 3rd Generation of wireless networks. It actually describes many different technology types, from CDMA to GSM to even WiMAX. Therefore, depending on the wireless carrier you are talking…
What Happens When All Data is Mobile
Wednesday, 09. 2. 2009 – Category: Dial611
Just a few years ago, smartphones barely existed in the wireless industry. Research in Motion’s Blackberry was a leader in the space, but its product was focused on business clients who wanted to stay in touch while out of the office. Flash forward to the present day, and even the casual mobile user has expanded their use beyond simply making phone calls. Texts, e-mail, downloads and web surfing services have all grown tremendously.
With the introduction of user friendly devices like the iPhone and the Palm Pre, and the expansion of Research in Motion into more personal devices, children and parents alike are now seeing smartphones as more of a need than a want. This means more connectivity, more applications and more data at everyone’s fingertips.
But…
Customers Sacrifice for a Better Wireless Experience
Monday, 07. 27. 2009 – Category: Dial611
Oh, sweet bag phone—where have you gone? With your vinyl exterior, arm strap for transport and a receiver the size of my foot. You were so very cumbersome, and I was pretty sure that your keypad could light up a city block. I never dreamed of calling long distance with you, if I had coverage at all. And yet you were completely indispensable. Why? Because you were portable.
Maybe you too had a bag phone. Perhaps it was a Zach Morris phone, with a 10” antenna and a design that rivaled a 2×4. It did not have any texting capabilities, and it knew nothing of Wi-Fi connectivity. But it worked out your biceps while you made those important calls in places you never dreamed were possible.…
The Growing Importance Of Mobile Commerce
Thursday, 06. 11. 2009 – Category: Enversa Companies
Although many retailers have stayed on top of emerging technological trends quite well – many have added customer feedback forums to their websites and heavily marketed their online presence, for instance – a surprising number of them have so far completely overlooked the growing mobile commerce trend. More and more people are turning to their cell phones for Internet service, which inevitably means that many are beginning to demand the total package. In that case, the ability to purchase products online via cell phone is being asked for by more and more consumers – especially many in key marketing demographics.
Safety Versus Convenience
According to a new Harris Interactive survey, people are increasingly warming up to the concept of making purchases through their cell phone. About half…