Nortel Will Sell Optical Unit at Nov. 20 Auction; Nokia Siemens Plans Bid Nov 19, 2009
Nortel to Sell Optical Unit at Nov. 20 Auction; Nokia Plans Bid - Bloomberg ... Nortel to Sell Optical Unit at Nov. 20 Auction; Nokia Plans Bid ... The new bidder is Nokia Siemens Networks, one person familiar with the auction said. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
Microsoft Windows Mobile essential guide Nov 19, 2009
(11-18) 13:32 PST -- has its work cut out for it in the mobile operating system market given the strength of among consumers, among businesses and Nokia/ in Europe (not to mention coming on strong). But with Windows Mobile 7 set to debut in 2010, Microsoft isn't giving up on the OS market. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Reunert sees some light after slow year Nov 19, 2009
The non-cash, mark-to-market accounting gain of an option that Reunert holds to sell its 40 percent interest in the South African operation of Nokia Siemens Networks mainly accounted for the difference between headline and normalised earnings. Reutech Radar Systems fared well, fuelled by exports at a favourable exchange rate, with revenue increasing by 40 percent to R874m while operating profit increased by 55 percent to R212m. (Business Report, South Africa)
Nokia E71 + 1GB Broadband Christmas gift from Vodafone. Only on 1300 30 31 30 Nov 18, 2009
Vodafone Nokia E71 (3G) Mobile Phone Plans - SMH ... Vodafone Nokia E71 (3G) Mobile Phone Plans ... Vodafone Nokia E71 (3G) Mobile Phone Plans. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Smartphones on Wi-Fi vulnerable to security attack Nov 18, 2009
Smobile tested the Nokia N95, HTC Tilt running Windows Mobile, HTC G1 running Android, and the iPhone 3GS with the latest firmware. In each case, the user would have had no idea that their information had been compromised. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
China's phone firmshelp Africa go mobile Nov 18, 2009
"According to the former head of Huawei's operations in West Africa, Wilson Yang, Huawei's profit margins in Africa can be up to 10 times greater than those it realizes in China. Huawei manages to achieve tremendous margins while still pricing itself only 5%-15% lower than its major international competitors, Ericsson and Nokia. "Furthermore, Huawei is cautious not to price itself too low so that it will not be seen as yet another low-cost Chinese provider. In contrast, Huawei's main Chinese... (Asia Times Online)
European R&D Growth Outstrips the U.S. Nov 18, 2009
Japanese automaker Toyota () topped the list, with the highest growth in Rstment in 2008, with only two European firms, Volkswagen () and Nokia (), making it within the top ten. The study also highlighted the differences in Rstment growth between EU member states, with companies in Italy (20. (BusinessWeek)
New Optus $29 Cap Plan Blackberry for $0 upfront over 24 months. Act fast! 1800 300 808 Nov 18, 2009
Nokia 5730 xPressMusic (3G) $0 upfront. Nokia 6700 (3G) $0 upfront. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Seven predictions for handset OEMs Nov 17, 2009
Apple, Motorola, Nokia, Palm, Samsung and others have rolled out new products. So how are these products doing. (EETimes)
Google's great android invasion Nov 17, 2009
Rubin doesn't think Google necessarily needs to eclipse the most popular mobile phone operating systems, like those used by Nokia, Apple, and Research In Motion. But he wants Android to be powerful enough that other phone makers and wireless companies feel pressure to come up with innovationsand to keep their devices open so users can access services like Google's search. (India Times)
Letter to The President # 5 Nov 16, 2009
Recently China's Huawei Technologies took the No. 2 position in the global mobile network gear market, almost doubling its market share from a year ago and surpassing Nokia Siemens. Prior to that announcement, Huawei had grabbed the No. 1 spot globally in DSL equipment. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Nokia plans m-banking services Nov 16, 2009
Nokia plans to launch m-banking services- Telecom-News By Industry-News-The Economic Times ... Nokia plans to launch m-banking services16 Nov 2009, 0148 hrs IST, Writankar Mukherjee, ET Bureau ... HELSINKI: Despite a tough regulatory environment for mobile banking in India, Nokia expects to soon roll out its financial and banking services in the country under the banner of Nokia Money. (India Times)
Apple plans 40-50 store openings in 2010 Nov 16, 2009
Apple has surpassed rival Nokia to become the most profitable handset vendor for the first time on the strength of its popular iPhone, according to research firm Strategy Analytics ... 6 billion, while Nokia had operating profit of $1 ... Nokia is struggling to hang on to its leading position in smartphones as competition increases from Apple, Research in Motion's BlackBerry and Motorola's Droid. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Watch this Space: Nokia 5330 Mobile TV Edition Launched Nov 16, 2009
Source: Nokia Corporation ... ESPOO, Finland, November 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nokia (NYSE: - ) today announced the Nokia 5330 Mobile TV Edition, an entertainment hub that combines mobile broadcast TV (DVB-H), social networking, music and gaming in one compact 3G device ... Nokia vice president Mark Selby said, "The introduction of the Nokia 5330 Mobile TV Edition responds to the arrival of DVB-H broadcast mobile TV networks in new markets and offers an affordable device for new and... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Music: A different tune Nov 14, 2009
The companies involved range from Google, which now facilitates music streaming from its search page in America, to Nokia, which bundles access to a music-download service with some of its mobile phones. The next big thing is a dozen different things, says Thomas Hesse of Sony Music Entertainment. (The Economist)
Research and Markets: This Essential Report on Broadcasting in the Philippines is Now Available Nov 14, 2009
The company launched its DTH satellite-based TV entertainment system in partnership with Philips, Lysis, Mabuhay Philippine Satellite Corp, Nokia, NagraVision and Brightpoint Philippines. Marketed under the brand name Dream, PMSI's services were capable of reaching the entire nation using wireless communication via satellite. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
A CNET Conversation with Eric Schmidt Nov 14, 2009
Google is temporarily offering free Wi-Fi in airports across the country, Nokia recalls millions of phone chargers, and a Hello Kitty phone may be perfect for the pretty princess in your life. Video. (CBS News -- Sci/Tech)
Dell debuts Android phone in China, Brazil Nov 14, 2009
For example, cellphone giant Nokia rolled out x86-based netbooks and with Intel to design handsets using Intel's its next-generation Atom processors. Dell's Mini 3 marks the first big move outside the Windows/x86 world for the PC maker. (EETimes)
Free Mobile Broadband Starter Pack Worth $99 More info» Nov 14, 2009
If you are buying a HTC Magic, Nokia 5800 or Nokia E71 on a $59 Cap or above on a 24 month contract, Vodafone will give you a free Mobile Broadband Starter pack with Modem AND 1GB of data ... 36" $59 Cap Contract $59 per month Included value: $350 Included data: 500 MB Contract options: 12 months, 24 months Data plans: 0MB Call Vodafone: 1300 30 31 30 4) + Vodafone $99 Cap Contract Special HTC Magic (3G) $0 upfront on this plan The New Google Android TouchScreen phone! Touchscreen keyboard Black... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
GSM contracts to be awarded after HQ nod: BSNL Nov 14, 2009
BSNL had chosen the bids submitted by Ericsson and Huawei, while rejecting the offers made by three others Nokia Siemens, ZTE and Alcatel Lucent. Later, the Chinese manufacturer, Huawei, the highest bidder in west India and the second-highest bidder in North and East zones, was also rejected on security grounds. (India Times)
Buddy, Can You E-Mail Me 100 Bucks? Nov 14, 2009
MasterCard () is working with Obopay, a mobile payment startup with funding from Nokia (), while Visa () has been testing a service with U.S. Bancorp (). "Payment habits change pretty slowly, but Generation Y expects this," says Thomas S. Kunz, director of payments and e-business at PNC Financial. (BusinessWeek)
Nokia mobile phones Nov 14, 2009
Nokia are one of the world's leading mobile phone manufacturers offering a diverse range of mobile phones. Nokia have a mobile phone for every type of mobile customer with entry level models right through to high end business mobile phones ... 5" colour touchscreen 5 megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss optics Secondary VGA video calling camera Full slide out keyboard $0 upfront on the $0 upfront on the $0 upfront on the 2) Nokia E71 (3G) 3.2 megapixel Camera HSDPA WLAN Wifi Main Screen Size: 2.36".... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Nortel Networks Delays Auction of Optical Telecommunications to Next Week Nov 14, 2009
Nokia Siemens Networks may challenge Cienas offer, said two people familiar with the matter on Nov. 3. Buying the assets would help Espoo, Finland-based Nokia Siemens expand in North America, according to one of the two people, who declined to be identified because the auction isnt public ... a spokesman for Nokia Siemens, didnt immediately return calls seeking comment. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
iiNet BoB Now Available Wireless Internet and up to 5 cordless handsets in one easy to setup package. Nov 14, 2009
Available on selected mobile phone plans for the HTC Magic, Nokia 5800, or Nokia E71. Popular Searches. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Apple Closes Gap on RIM in Q3 Smartphone Sales Nov 14, 2009
In terms of market share, Gartner's findings show worldwide mobile phone leader Nokia (NYSE: NOK) dipping by 1 ... This echoes a separate study by Strategy Analytics, which cited the iPhone maker as outpacing even Nokia in terms of profit ... 6 billion operating profit for Q3, compared to Nokia's $1. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Join the conversation. NXP trading chip sales for royalties? Nov 13, 2009
And now ST has the right to produce combination chips that include NFC and Mifare technology, presumably to a specification drawn up by someone like Nokia. These are the sorts of technology that allow mobile phones or smart cards to be used for ticketing, access control and micropayments. (EETimes)
Cutting the cord Nov 13, 2009
But that's still a small proportion compared with the Czech Republic (63%) and Finland (61%), which is home to the world's biggest mobile phone maker, Nokia. One of those British householders who fits into this category is James Parker, a 27-year-old who moved into a rented flat in Chester that had no landline. (BBC News -- UK)
Global news recap, World Tech Update, Nov. 12 Nov 13, 2009
In our news in brief this week we take a quick look at HP's planned acquisition of networking vendor , the European Commission's formal statement of objections over Oracle's planned acquisition of Sun Microsystems and a recall notice from Nokia concerning faulty mobile-phone chargers. Intel started selling a new e-reader on Tuesday that can snap pictures of books and newspapers and then read them back to people who have a hard time reading the printed page. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Newsweek: Can Apple avoid mistakes of the '90s? Nov 12, 2009
To be sure, Nokia and Research in Motion still hold a greater share of the smartphone market than Apple does, but their aging software platforms look obsolete next to Apple's. The question is, will Apple do with the iPhone what it did with the Mac. (MSNBC -- Technology)
New invention addresses lithium battery fires Nov 12, 2009
Potential customers include Sony Corp, Dell Inc, Hewlett-Packard Co, Acer Inc, Apple, Nokia Corp, and others. ITRI has applied for 29 patents in the United States, Taiwan, Korea, China and Japan for Stoba. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Nokia N900: Hot and Not Nov 12, 2009
It's a big occasion for Nokia, as the N900 is its most powerful smartphone yet, and the device's Maemo 5 open source operating system is a diversion from Symbian, which Nokia tends to support ... Here's a look at what's promising and potentially disappointing with Nokia's N900 ... Nokia likes to call the N900 a "mobile computer," and that's partly due to the device's hardware. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Report: Apple's iPhone is most profitable smartphone Nov 12, 2009
6 billion in the quarter of 2009, while No. 1 world handset seller Nokia recorded a lower $1. 1 billion operating profit. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Nokia's Mini-Tablet Smartphone N900 Ships Nov 12, 2009
Nokia's mini-tablet smartphone device, the N900, running on open source Linux Maemo 5 software, ships today and will be on sale by the end of the month. The N900 will sell for about $650 at the Nokia pre-order Web site, and is priced at 500 euros, or about $740, without subsidies, which have yet to be disclosed for the U.S. ... Though it appears to fall into the gray area between the two, a sort of mid-sized Internet device (MID), it does have voice calling and is grouped in Nokia's Nseries... (SmallBusinessComputing)
Online trend: Making data sexy Nov 12, 2009
The site, which he continued as a side project, grew alongside the growing interest in data visualization, to the point where he recently left his interaction design job at Nokia to write a book on the topic. When he started covering the field about five years, he says, it was still "very closed.". (CNN -- International)
* Siliconware board approves purchase of research facility Nov 12, 2009
Last month, chairman Bough Lin (LB) said Siliconware Precision could see double-digit growth next year over this years figures, taking its cue from the upbeat outlook of PC chip giant Intel Corp and leading handset maker Nokia Oyj. Powerchip, the nations No. 2 computer memory chipmaker, said in a filing to the Taiwan Stock Exchange that it was seeking to improve its financial structure by selling non-core assets, a move it said would aid its recovery following the global economic... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Nokia CEO says starts deliveries of top-model N900 Nov 11, 2009
Nokia has started deliveries of its new top-of-the-range model N900, a key product for the world's top phone maker in its battle against rivals iPhone and Blackberry. Nokia Chief Executive Olli-Pekka Kallasvuo said in a speech the company started deliveries of the phone on Tuesday ... The N900 model is Nokia's first phone running Linux Maemo operating system, which analysts see as a key for Nokia to gain back ground in the coming years. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Nokia Launches Critical N900 Phone Nov 11, 2009
Decked out with features, Nokia's new handset/tablet equals the iPhone in specs. But it's the Maemo software inside that could tip Nokia's growing rivalry with Apple ... When thousands of suppliers, developers, and analysts converged on Stuttgart in September to attend Nokia World, the Finnish company's annual in-house trade fair, the buzz was all about the new Booklet 3G netbook Nokia's first foray into the hot category of pint-sized PCs. (BusinessWeek)
Weekend News Roundup Nov 11, 2009
Nokia Booklet 3G Arrives November 15th Over the weekend Best Buy sent out some promotional materials that revealed that the company will begin offering up the Nokia Booklet 3G laptop starting November 15th, 2009. Customers who belong to the Best Buy Reward Zone program can reserve one for themselves from now until November 14th by filling out an online form and bringing it to any Best Buy retail outlet. (IGN Gear)
Nortel Said to Take More Time for Potential Buyers to Review Optical Unit Nov 11, 2009
a spokesman for Espoo, Finland-based Nokia Siemens, declined to comment. Nortel spokesman Bo Gowan declined to comment. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
Samsung Sees 2010 Handset Sales Up 10% to 20% Nov 11, 2009
Samsung is the world's largest maker of computer memory chips and liquid-crystal-display televisions, and is the world's second-largest handset maker by shipments after Nokia Corp.. -By Charmian Kok, Dow Jones Newswires; 88622 502-2557; charmian. (SmartMoney)
Full Story » Nov 10, 2009
Nokia CEO says starts deliveries of top-model N900 by Reuters: Yahoo ... Nokia CEO says starts deliveries of top-model N900 ... Nokia has started deliveries of its new top-of-the-range model N900, a key product for the world's top phone maker in its battle against rivals iPhone and Blackberry. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Yahoo to Allow Users to Opt Out of Custom Ads Nov 10, 2009
Anyone who bought a Nokia cell phone recently listen up: Nokia has just launched a recall program for certain Nokia-branded AC adapters. Apple sent a note to Apple TV users on Saturday, warning them that content may disappear from the system until it is resynced. (Yahoo News -- Internet and WWW)
Nokia recalls 14m phone chargers Nov 10, 2009
The Nokia recall mainly affects Europe and North America. Nokia is recalling 14 million phone chargers because of fears that they could cause electric shocks ... Nokia says the recall is a "proactive, precautionary measure". (BBC News -- Technology)
The Western Union Company and Multi-Platinum Grammy-Award Winning Recording Artist Wyclef Jean Announce Strategic Alliance Nov 10, 2009
Adding to this years holiday theme of Random Acts of Giving, Western Union is hosting a free Lunchtime Jam Session featuring Wyclef and approximately 2,000 New Yorkers at the Nokia Theater in Times Square on November 9, 2009. The company and Wyclef also plan to distribute, to consumers in the U.S., prepaid gift cards totaling approximately $250,000 to help celebrate the spirit of giving this holiday season. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
EU needs to knock down digital walls: official Nov 10, 2009
EU ministers in telecommunications and chief executives in large telecommunication companies such as Nokia are among the participants at the conference preparing for the telecommunication meeting in December. Editor: Mu Xuequan. (Xinhuanet, China)
Curve 8520: A nifty communicator Nov 9, 2009
Aside from the trackpad, the BlackBerry Curve 8520 also offers dedicated media keys at the top of the smartphone, something similar to those found on the Nokia or Sony Ericsson handsets for easier access to the media player. Remember, the Curve 8520 is directed at casual consumers rather than business users. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Seeking the cellphone future, in Kampala Nov 8, 2009
discusses an investigation he and other Nokia researchers conducted into how people use mobile phones in Uganda ... Chipchase likes sente, he writes, because it turns "any mobile phone user into an ATM machine." And it's the kind of grassroots generated innovation that Nokia would never have figured out in advance ... registering a 44 percent increase in earnings, and solidifying its phenomenal market share -- 40 percent of the phones sold in the world last quarter were Nokia phones. (Salon)
IIM-As summer placements close in four days flat Nov 7, 2009
Diageo, Nokia and Coca-Cola, Tata Administrative Service and Aditya Birla, Feedback Ventures, Frost ivan, Edelweiss, Anand Rathi, Dabur, Asian Paints, Cadbury, Renault, Airtel, Astra Zeneca, Johnson on and GSK Pharma, Microsoft, Cognizant and Synergy Consulting were also seen at the campus. Speaking on the summer placements, Saral Mukherjee, chairperson, placement committee, said: We had not expected such a drastic upturn in the demand for quality talent and hence, the summer placements have... (India Times)
Apple not so sweet in China Nov 7, 2009
As a result, they are substantially cheaper and therefore very popular among the gadget-crazed masses who can simply sign up for pre-paid wireless services and get online with their fake Apple, Nokia or Android smart phone for a fraction of the cost. Industry researcher iSupply estimates that grey market handsets could reach 145 million shipments this year, a 44% increase on 2008. (Asia Times Online)
Downtown Free Movie Night a Smash Hit (879) Nov 7, 2009
Michael Jackson This Is It was not their first premiere because it premiered at the Nokia. 2012 is their first premiere. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Why I'm Using Exchange 2010 to Say Bye-Bye BlackBerry Nov 7, 2009
Companies such as Apple, Nokia and Palm have all licensed ActiveSync so their mobile phones can connect to Exchange. It's worth noting that the iPhone and Palm Pre do not have all the Outlook e-mail features that a Windows Mobile 6. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Does China really want the iPhone? Nov 6, 2009
A number of other companies, including carriers like China Mobile and handset vendors such as Nokia, are also launching app stores in China. Bo believes this will make it even harder for Apple to differentiate its app store from competitors who, in some cases, are more familiar to Chinese consumers. (CNN -- Tech)
Droid joins 'Google phone' army in smart phone war Nov 6, 2009
" onclick="Next();" src="/images/butt_next. " and a message proclaims Friday the "drop date. (Channelnewsasia.com)
Reunert: Forecast lifted by investment Nov 6, 2009
The firm said the improvement in earnings was thanks to its investment in Nokia Siemens. In August Reunert forecast a 17 percent to 27 percent fall in full-year headline earnings a share due to deteriorating trading conditions and a drop in business volumes. (Business Report, South Africa)
Japanese technology: Invisible but indispensable Nov 6, 2009
It doesn t matter if the brand on the casing says Apple, Nokia or Samsung: the innards are stuffed with Japanese wares. According to an official at Apple, the company depends on Japanese firms for vital components because few suppliers elsewhere can live up to its rigorous standards. (The Economist)
United States Claims #1 Spot For First Time as World's Top Country Brand Nov 6, 2009
- Canada Holds on to Second Spot and Australia Slips to Number Three - - Global Study Expanded to Cover Regional Rankings Including Asia Pacific, Sub-Sahara Africa and the Americas. This category remains one with tremendous potential not only for tourism but investment, trade and policy. (Canada Newswire)
Court Revives Cell Phone Radiation Cases Nov 6, 2009
The six cases at issue, filed in 2001 and 2002, target some of the biggest names in the wireless industry, including Verizon, Motorola, AT&T, Sprint and Nokia among others, who in turn have recruited a battery of big-name defense firms. Washington-based Wiley Rein partner Andrew McBride argued before the appeals court on behalf of the defendants in January. (Law.com)
Orange gives cash for old mobiles Nov 5, 2009
A recycled Nokia N95 can fetch up to 85 while a Sony Ericsson C905 could make 95. Orange estimates that two-thirds of UK households have old mobiles lying around which equates to approximately 90 million handsets worth around 450m. (BBC News -- Technology)
Analysis: Reality check for Motorola Nov 5, 2009
One year after joining the company from Qualcomm Corp., Jha has whittled down operating costs in the mobile devices division and recently unveiled the company's flagship product, the Droid, a so-called that aims to take on Apple Inc.'s hot-selling iPhone and a bunch of other similar devices from the likes of Nokia, Samsung and Sony-Ericsson. Jha is betting Motorola mobile's future on smartphones supported by other cellular devices he describes as "feature phones," or less technology and rich... (EETimes)
Local doctors create weight-loss phone app Nov 5, 2009
Eventually, Primack and Ziltzer would like to expand the Food Gauge to Nokia phones, as well as create a free-standing calculator. They say the iPhones eventually might be able to scan bar codes, and Food Gauge would automatically calculate a product's value. (AZCentral -- Business)
Nokia Siemens to cut 7%-9% of workforce Nov 5, 2009
A spokeswoman for Nokia Siemens in Irving said the company has 900 employees in North Texas, but said at this time, the corporation is not elaborating on where the job cuts will be. Nokia Siemens has 2,400 employees in North America and 64,000 worldwide ... As part of its strategic plan, Nokia Siemens will merge its five business units into three: the Business Solutions segment; the Network Systems segment and the Global Services unit. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
Nokia Siemens to cut 5,800 jobs Nov 4, 2009
HELSINKI: Struggling telecom equipment maker Nokia Siemens Networks aims to cut up to 5,800 jobs and save more than 1 billion euros ($1 ... NSN, a joint venture of Nokia and Siemens, said it aimed to cut 500 million euros in annual fixed costs by the end of 2011, putting up to 5,800 of the firm's 64,000 staff at risk ... "Shrinking more than the market is no honour for the top management," said Georg Nassauer, the head of works council of Nokia Siemens in Munich. (India Times, India)
Nokia Siemens to reduce workforce Nov 4, 2009
NSN is a joint venture between Nokia and Siemens. Telecoms equipment maker Nokia Siemens Networks (NSN) says it may cut its workforce by 7-9% with up to 5,700 jobs being shed from its 64,000 workforce ... The firm, which was set up as joint venture between Nokia and Siemens, aims to cut annual costs by 500m euros ($732m; 450m). (BBC News -- Europe)
Nokia Siemens Networks cuts thousands of jobs Nov 4, 2009
MUNICH, Germany Only two weeks after having published massive losses in its third quarter, network equipment vendor Nokia Siemens Networks (NSN) has announced far-reaching restructuring plans. The restructuring plan includes a global personnel review. (EETimes)
Golden Debut for the Silver Screens (3) Nov 4, 2009
L.A. Live venues such as the Conga Room and Club Nokia may be utilized by studios celebrating their latest releases. But the premiere house lobby is also just a few steps from L.A. Lives conference center, scheduled to open Jan. 13. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
