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This latest update of the GSA Evolution to LTE report confirms 258 firm LTE network deployments are planned or in progress in 84 countries, including 72 networks which are commercially launched in 37 countries.
A further 61 operators in 13 additional countries are engaged in pre-commercial LTE technology pilot trials, tests or studies.
Taken together, it means that 319 operators in 97 countries are now investing in LTE.
Market outlook: GSA forecasts there will be 134 commercial LTE networks in 57 countries by December 31, 2012.
LTE is the fastest developing mobile system technology ever.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), and provides a concise update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, 3GPP standardization activities including LTE-Advanced, and more.
Published May 8, 2012
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Source of data: GSA Evolution to LTE report dated May 8, 2012
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Convenient 2-pages extract from GSA's Evolution to LTE report published May 8, 2012 explaining the benefits of deploying LTE in 1800 MHz spectrum (LTE1800), and summarizing the status of LTE1800 operator commitments, network deployments, commercial launches and trials/plans worldwide.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA). The full report (33 pages) provides an update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, standardization activities including LTE-Advanced, and more.
Published May 8, 2012
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Convenient 1-page extract from GSA's Evolution to LTE report published May 8, 2012 summarizing LTE TDD network plans, commitments, trials, deployments, and commercial launches worldwide.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA). The full report (33 pages) provides an update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, standardization activities including LTE-Advanced, and more.
Published May 8, 2012
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Convenient short-form summary extracting key data from GSA's Evolution to LTE report published May 8, 2012 listing LTE operator commitments, network deployments, commercial launches, and trials/studies worldwide.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA). The full 33-page report, which is also a free download from the GSA website home page, provides an update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, some current industry forecasts regarding LTE, standardization activities including LTE-Advanced, and more.
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Updated report from the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) published on May 4, 2012 providing a comprehensive overview of the momentum towards deploying 3G/WCDMA-HSPA systems in the 900 MHz band (UMTS900) for mobile broadband services, showing the benefits and opportunities of deployment of HSPA and HSPA+ at lower frequencies, the rapidly developing regulatory position enabling the re-farming of 900 MHz spectrum for mobile broadband services, status of technical standards, UMTS900 service launches, network deployment activities and trials worldwide.
42 UMTS900 networks are commercially launched in 29 countries:
Armenia, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Finland, France, Germany, Ghana, Greenland, Hong Kong, Iceland, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Poland, Qatar, Romania, Russia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Thailand, UK, and Venezuela
The report also confirms the excellent availability of UMTS900-compatible user devices, which today number over 750 terminals announced by manufacturers
Updates for future updates of this report, particularly from regulators, network operators, and suppliers, are welcome. Please send by email to info@gsacom.com
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing direct information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators, between GSA and infrastructure vendors, and between GSA and telecommunications regulators to verify the facts as accurately as possible, together with analysis of public announcements. Errors and omissions excepted.
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This updated report summarizes the global status of HSPA+ (HSPA Evolution) network commitments, deployments and commercial launches, according to the latest research by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) which was published by GSA in its HSPA Operator Commitments report on April 16, 2012.
GSA confirms that 257 operators have committed to HSPA+ network deployments.
202 HSPA+ systems are in commercial service in 100 countries.
The report confirms that over 44% of HSPA operators have commercially launched HSPA+ and lists every known HSPA+ operator commitment, network deployment, commercial launch and current peak downlink speed according to information available to GSA. This report is a free download to registered site users.
HSPA+ is a mainstream system technology for delivering mobile broadband services across the world.
The future evolution path is explained and firm operator commitments to further evolutionary steps are identified in the report.
77 operators have commercially launched 42 Mbps DC-HSPA+ systems. GSA forecasts that at least 100 DC-HSPA+ networks will be in commercial service by end 2012.
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing direct information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators and between GSA and infrastructure vendors to verify the facts as accurately as possible, together with analysis of public announcements. Errors and omissions excepted.
The source GSA report "HSPA Operator Commitments (April 16, 2012)" is also available at www.gsacom.combr/>
Numerous HSPA and HSPA+ related charts, graphics etc. are available for download and use at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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April 16, 2012 - [2.3 MB]
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This is the latest report by GSA on HSPA network operator commitments, deployments, commercial launches, and trends including evolution, published on April 16, 2012.
The report lists all HSPA and HSPA+ network commitments, deployments and launches worldwide according to GSA research.
HSPA - Key Facts:
* 489 HSPA operator network commitments in 185 countries/territories
* 457 commercial networks launched in 178 countries
* ALL of the world's WCDMA operators have commercially launched HSPA service
* 348 commercial HSDPA networks (76%) support 7.2 Mbps peak or higher downlink speeds
* 257 HSPA+ network commitments, including 202 HSPA+ networks commercially launched in 100 countries
* 77 commercial 42 Mbps DC-HSPA+ networks launched
This survey was undertaken by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing direct information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators and between GSA and infrastructure vendors to verify the facts as accurately as possible, together with analysis of public announcements. Errors and omissions excepted.
Numerous HSPA-related charts and maps are available and may be downloaded and used, with accreditation to GSA as the source. See www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
See the related GSA report "Global HSPA+ Network Commitments and Deployments)" for concise details on worldwide HSPA+ network deployments, launches, evolution roadmap - also available as a free download via the link on the home page www.gsacom.com
Previous reports are available on this page. Pre-April 2011 reports are available at www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/wcdma_databank.php4
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April 12, 2012 - [2.1 MB]
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This latest update of the GSA Evolution to LTE report confirms 253 firm LTE network deployments are planned or in progress in 84 countries, including 64 networks which are commercially launched in 34 countries.
A further 59 operators in 14 additional countries are engaged in pre-commercial LTE technology pilot trials, tests or studies.
Taken together, it means that 312 operators in 98 countries are now investing in LTE.
The report indicates that the number of commercial LTE networks is set to double by the end of 2012. GSA forecasts there will be 129 commercial LTE networks by December 31, 2012.
LTE is the fastest developing mobile system technology ever.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), and provides a concise update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, 3GPP standardization activities including LTE-Advanced, and more.
Published April 12, 2012
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Convenient short-form summary extracting key data from GSA's Evolution to LTE report published April 12, 2012 listing LTE operator commitments, network deployments, commercial launches, and trials/studies worldwide.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA). The full 33-page report, which is also a free download from the GSA website home page, provides an update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, some current industry forecasts regarding LTE, standardization activities including LTE-Advanced, and more.
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Convenient 2-pages extract from GSA's Evolution to LTE report published April 12, 2012 explaining the benefits of deploying LTE in 1800 MHz spectrum (LTE1800), and summarizing the status of LTE1800 operator commitments, network deployments, commercial launches and trials/plans worldwide.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA). The full report (33 pages) provides an update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, standardization activities including LTE-Advanced, and more.
Published April 12, 2012
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Convenient 1-page extract from GSA's Evolution to LTE report published April 12, 2012 summarizing LTE TDD network plans, commitments, trials, deployments, and commercial launches worldwide.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA). The full report (33 pages) provides an update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, standardization activities including LTE-Advanced, and more.
Published April 12, 2012
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Source of data: GSA Evolution to LTE report dated April 12, 2012
Also available as a JPEG file at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
This map is free to use subject to accrediting GSA and website www.gsacom.com as the source
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Deployment of LTE systems is accelerating worldwide in 2012.
This updated report, which was researched and published by GSA (Global mobile Suppliers Association) on April 3, 2012 confirms increasing industry commitment to LTE and shows that a robust support ecosystem of LTE user devices is established. This latest research identified a total of 347 LTE User Devices launched in the market by 63 suppliers.
The number of LTE devices, 347 as confirmed in this report, is 150 higher than the figure GSA reported on October 28, 2011, representing 76% growth in under 6 months. 53 LTE TDD capable devices are included. The number of manufacturers announcing LTE products increased by 31% in the same period.
There are 64 LTE smartphones, i.e. one third higher than GSA stated on January 20, 2012 (the date of GSA’s previous report). The number of LTE-capable tablets increased 72% in the same period.
Updates and other inputs from the industry are welcome and appreciated by email please to info@gsacom.com
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Errors and Omissions Excepted.
Detailed analysis of each of the 347 LTE devices is supported in the GAMBoD - LTE tool (www.gsacom.com/gambod). Access is restricted to logged-in registered site users from GSA member companies and network operators who supplied their corporate email address as their User ID. Full details are contained n the report.
For information on LTE operator commitments, network deployments, launches, trials, regulatory and market developments please refer to GSA's "Evolution to LTE" report which is available via the link on the home page.
Numerous charts, maps etc. concerning mobile broadband development including LTE are available at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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Chart showing the 347 LTE user devices currently in GSA's database by form factors and operating frequencies.
Also available as a small JPEG file at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
Produced using data from GSA's own research as summarized in GSA's Status of the LTE Ecosystem report dated April 3, 2012
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March 20, 2012 - [5.7 MB]
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Slide deck of key facts and trends from GSA's various related reports which were published up to March 13, 2012 plus related information and resources.
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Presentation by Etisalat Misr, March 2011
Etisalat Misr proudly announces the success of a pioneering 84 Mbps HSPA+ trial. This is believed to be one of the very first successful 84 Mbps HSPA+ trials across the whole world and indeed a breakthrough in the Middle East and North Africa. The trial is based on combining two technologies namely HSPA “Dual Carrier” and Multiple Input Multiple Output “MIMO” to stretch HSPA+ technology up to the maximum available limit in terms of throughput.
This document is made available here on the GSA website with the permission of the author.
Opinions expressed in the content posted here are the personal opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of GSA. The content is provided for informational purposes only.
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March 16, 2012 - [1.6 MB]
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Spectrum: Using What We've Got
Presentation by Mike Wright, Executive Director, Networks and Access Technologies, Telstra
Given at the GSMA Spectrum Seminar, MWC2012, Barcelona, March 1, 2012
This document is made available here on the GSA website with the permission of the author.
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Spectrum Seminar program www.gsacom.com/news/gsa_347.php
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Compiled using data from mobile broadband networks and devices surveys researched and published by GSA up to March 13, 2012:
* WCDMA-HSPA networks
* HSPA+ and DC-HSPA+ networks
* UMTS900 networks
* LTE networks
* HSPA and HSPA+ devices
* LTE devices
Also available as a small JPEG file on the stats, charts and maps page www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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Source of data: GSA Evolution to LTE report dated March 13, 2012
Also available as a JPEG file at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
This map is free to use subject to accrediting GSA and website www.gsacom.com as the source
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This latest update of the GSA Evolution to LTE report confirms 242 firm LTE network deployments are planned or in progress in 81 countries, including 57 networks which are commercially launched in 32 countries.
A further 59 operators in 14 additional countries are engaged in pre-commercial LTE technology pilot trials, tests or studies.
Taken together, it means that 301 operators in 95 countries are now investing in LTE.
LTE is the fastest developing mobile system technology ever.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), and provides a concise update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, 3GPP standardization activities including LTE-Advanced, and more.
Published March 13, 2012
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Convenient 1-page extract from GSA's Evolution to LTE report published March 13, 2012 summarizing LTE TDD network plans, commitments, trials, deployments worldwide.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA). The full report (32 pages) provides an update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, standardization activities including LTE-Advanced, and more.
Published March 13, 2012
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Convenient 2-pages extract from GSA's Evolution to LTE report published March 13, 2012 explaining the benefits of deploying LTE in 1800 MHz spectrum (LTE1800), and summarizing the status of LTE1800 operator commitments, network deployments, commercial launches and trials/plans worldwide.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA). The full report (32 pages) provides an update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, standardization activities including LTE-Advanced, and more.
Published March 13, 2012
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March 13, 2012 - [1.6 MB]
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Convenient short-form summary extracting key data from GSA's Evolution to LTE report published March 13, 2012 listing all LTE operator commitments, network deployments, commercial launches, and trials/studies worldwide.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA). The full 32-page report, which is also a free download from the GSA website, provides an update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, some current industry forecasts regarding LTE, standardization activities including LTE-Advanced, and more.
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By arrangement with respected independent consultancy organization Arvani Group, we provide their insightful report from the Mobile World Congress, Barcelona, February 27 - March 1, 2012.
Topics covered:
Everyone Whispering to Operators: Think Small!
WiFi’s Second Coming
Operators’ Dynamic Role in Over The Top Application Landscape
Machine to Machine Blossoming at Homes, in Cars, and at Clinics
Mobile Health
Devices with Extreme Power and Extreme Imaging
Facebook Shows a Mobile Face
NFC is now Next Functionality Coming!
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HD Voice based on the AMR (Adaptive Multi Rate) Wideband technology (W-AMR) enables high-quality voice calls in mobile networks and an improved user experience. It provides significantly higher voice quality for calls between mobile phones supporting the feature, and can be implemented in GSM, WCDMA (UMTS), and LTE networks. The higher voice quality of HD Voice improves the call experience and allows people to better share feelings, do business and communicate information. HD Voice can help mobile operators to clearly differentiate their offerings and can enable high quality services to voice dependent business like call center services, information services, emergency services etc.
This updated report from GSA outlines the opportunities and benefits of deploying HD Voice service, provides an update overview on the growing number of network deployment commitments and service launches globally (to February 20, 2012), and confirms the rapidly expanding range of HD Voice-capable phones. An increasing number of devices are now being shipped with the HD Voice feature activated as the default.
The report contains links to various HD Voice resources, including demonstration sites and information papers.
Related charts (world map showing where mobile HD Voice commercial services are launched, and graphic of compatible devices) are available at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4 and also as higher quality PDF files via the links on the home page www.gsacom.com
Join the discussion by becoming a member of the GSA LinkedIN group at www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=2313721
A dedicated HD Voice subgroup has also been established with a growing membership
www.linkedin.com/groups?=&gid=3032759
A Mobile HD Voice Zone has been established on the GSA home page - visit www.gsacom.com and click on the banner
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators, GSA and vendors, and public announcements as appropriate. Errors and omissions excepted.
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This map shows the 31 countries where mobile HD Voice service is commercially launched on 39 networks worldwide, drawing upon data from GSA's Mobile HD Voice Global Update report of February 20, 2012 which is available to download via the link on www.gsacom.com
This map is also available as a JPEG file on page www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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February 17, 2012 - [3.4 MB]
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20 slides summary of key facts and trends from GSA's various related reports which were published up to January 29, 2012.
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Compiled using data from mobile broadband networks and devices surveys researched and published by GSA up to January 29, 2012:
* WCDMA-HSPA networks
* HSPA+ and DC-HSPA+ networks
* UMTS900 networks
* LTE networks
* HSPA and HSPA+ devices
* LTE devices
Also available as a small JPEG file on the stats, charts and maps page www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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February 9, 2012 - [1.1 MB]
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Updated report from the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) published on February 9, 2012 providing a comprehensive overview of the momentum towards deploying 3G/WCDMA-HSPA systems in the 900 MHz band (UMTS900) for mobile broadband services, showing the benefits and opportunities of deployment of HSPA at lower frequencies, the rapidly developing regulatory position enabling the re-farming of 900 MHz spectrum for mobile broadband services, status of technical standards, UMTS900 service launches, network deployment activities and trials worldwide.
40 UMTS900 networks are commercially launched in 29 countries
Armenia, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Finland, France, Germany, Ghana, Greenland, Hong Kong, Iceland, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Poland, Qatar, Romania, Russia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Thailand, UK, and Venezuela
The report also confirms the excellent availability of UMTS900-compatible user devices (719 UMTS900 devices confirmed by GSA in the HSPA Devices Survey published on January 24, 2012 - see HSPA Devices Key Findings summary for latest figures).
Updates for future updates of this report, particularly from regulators, network operators, and suppliers, are welcome. Please send by email to info@gsacom.com
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing direct information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators, between GSA and infrastructure vendors, and between GSA and telecommunications regulators to verify the facts as accurately as possible, together with analysis of public announcements. Errors and omissions excepted.
Rev1 clarified the market development status in Malaysia, plus some minor edits.
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This Fact Sheet summarizes the latest key facts and statistics from various reports researched and published by the GSA, plus mobile broadband subscriptions totals for WCDMA (including HSPA) and LTE to January 29,2012. The referenced reports are available to registered site users as free downloads - log in first, and locate the report you require via the link on the home page www.gsacom.com
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February 3, 2012 - [875.6 KB]
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Renesas Mobile offers advanced and innovative products and services for mobile phones, car infotainment solutions, consumer electronics and industrial applications. Renesas Mobile's mission is to develop, productize and deliver communications centric semiconductor chipsets and complete hardware and software platforms built on these chipsets to meet the needs of our customers in these markets.
Website: www.renesasmobile.com
Multi-Band Multi-Mode Devices from Chipset vendor perspective
Presentation by Jaakko Hulkko, Renesas Mobile Corporation
LTE Forum 2011, Warsaw, Poland - November 24, 2011
Log in to download the presentation (PDF file)
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January 29, 2012 - [2.1 MB]
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This is the latest report by GSA on HSPA network operator commitments, deployments, commercial launches, and trends including evolution, published on January 29, 2012.
The report lists all HSPA and HSPA+ network commitments, deployments and launches worldwide according to GSA research.
HSPA - Key Facts:
* 483 HSPA operator network commitments in 181 countries/territories
* 451 commercial networks launched in 174 countries
* ALL of the world's WCDMA operators have commercially launched HSPA service
* 339 commercial HSDPA networks (75%) support 7.2 Mbps peak or higher downlink speeds
* 241 HSPA+ network commitments in 106 countries, including 187 HSPA+ networks commercially launched in 96 countries
* Sixty two 42 Mbps DC-HSPA+ networks are commercially launched
This survey was undertaken by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing direct information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators and between GSA and infrastructure vendors to verify the facts as accurately as possible, together with analysis of public announcements. Errors and omissions excepted.
Numerous HSPA-related charts and maps are available and may be downloaded and used, with accreditation to GSA as the source. See www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
See the related GSA report "Global HSPA+ Network Commitments and Deployments (January 29, 2012)" for concise details on worldwide HSPA+ network deployments, launches, evolution roadmap - also available as a free download via the link on the home page www.gsacom.com
Previous reports are available on this page. Pre-April 2011 reports are available at www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/wcdma_databank.php4
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January 29, 2012 - [608.8 KB]
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This updated report summarizes the global status of HSPA+ (HSPA Evolution) network commitments, deployments and commercial launches, according to the latest research by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) which was completed and published on Januay 29, 2012.
In this report, GSA confirms that 241 operators have committed to HSPA+ network deployments in 106 countries. 187 HSPA+ systems are in commercial service in 96 countries. The report confirms that over 41% of HSPA operators have commercially launched HSPA+. The report lists every known HSPA+ operator commitment, network deployment, commercial launch and current peak downlink speed according to research by GSA, and is a free download to registered site users.
HSPA+ is a mainstream system technology for delivering mobile broadband services across the world.
The future evolution path is explained and firm operator commitments to further evolutionary steps are identified in the report.
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing direct information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators and between GSA and infrastructure vendors to verify the facts as accurately as possible, together with analysis of public announcements. Errors and omissions excepted.
Numerous HSPA and HSPA+ related charts, graphics etc. are available for download and use at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
A related GSA report "HSPA Operator Commitments (January 29, 2012)" is also available at www.gsacom.com
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The data used for producing this analysis and chart comes from the HSPA Operator Commitments report and the Global HSPA+ Network Commitments and deployments report. Both of these reports were published by GSA on January 29, 2012.
This chart is also available as a downloadable JPEG file from www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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This chart (either the JPEG file or if copied from this PDF) may be used in presentations, papers, reports, etc. subject to accreditation of Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) as the source.
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January 25, 2012 - [998.7 KB]
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GSA presents the Key Findings from its latest HSPA Devices survey which was completed on January 24, 2012.
The survey identifies 3,362 HSPA-enabled user devices launched in the market by 271 suppliers, comprising handsets, smartphones, PC datacards and modules, HSPA-enabled notebooks, netbooks and tablets, USB modems, wireless routers, Personal Media Players, femtocells, e-book readers, mobile tablets, and cameras. A total of 440 HSPA devices have been added to the GSA database in the past year. Peak downlink speeds range from 1.8 Mbps up to 84 Mbps.
245 HSPA Evolution (HSPA+) products (compared to 92 one year ago) are launched, including 93 devices which support 42 Mbps (DC-HSPA+) peak downlink capability.
Strong growth is noted in the availability of HSPA-enabled tablets, and HSPA+ enabled smartphones. Download the report for further details.
More comprehensive analysis, personalized to individual needs, can be undertaken using GAMBOD (GSA Analyzer for Mobile Broadband Devices) www.gsacom.com/gambod
GAMBOD is a search and analysis tool developed by GSA for HSPA devices, allowing searches by supplier, form factor, features, peak downlink and uplink speeds, and operating frequency. Results are presented as a list, or as a spreadsheet, or in charts. An RSS feed can be used to alert when new devices are added to the database. Charts may be inserted into documents or presentations, subject to accreditation of GSA as the source.
GAMBOD is available for use ONLY by GSA website registered users whom GSA has categorized as being from mobile network operators or from GSA member organizations. Further information is provided in the report.
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Pre-April 2011 issues of "HSPA Devices - Key Findings" reports are available at www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/wcdma_databank.php4
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January 22, 2012 - [3 MB]
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4G HSPA+ and LTE
Presentation by Mike Wright, Executive Director Networks and Access Technologies, Telstra
- given on October 26, 2011 at 4G World 2011, Chicago
This document is made available here on the GSA website with the permission of the author.
Opinions expressed in the content posted here are the personal opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of GSA. The content is provided for informational purposes only.
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January 20, 2012 - [694.3 KB]
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Deployment of LTE systems is accelerating worldwide in 2012.
This updated report, which was researched and published by GSA (Global mobile Suppliers Association) on January 20, 2012 confirms increasing industry commitment to LTE and shows that a robust support ecosystem of LTE user devices is established. This latest research identified a total of 269 LTE User Devices launched in the market by 57 suppliers.
The number of LTE devices announced in this report is 36 per cent higher than the figure GSA reported in its similar survey published on October 28, 2011. More than 200 new LTE user devices were launched in the last 12 months (63 devices were identified by GSA on February 9, 2011).
There are 48 LTE smartphones including model and frequency variants, which is 6 times the number launched 6 months ago. The number of LTE-enabled tablets more than doubled in the same period.
Updates and other inputs from the industry are welcome and appreciated by email please to info@gsacom.com
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This material may be used subject to accreditation of GSA (Global mobile Suppliers Association) as the source.
Errors and Omissions Excepted.
Detailed analysis of each of the 269 LTE devices is supported in the GAMBoD - LTE tool (www.gsacom.com/gambod). Access is restricted to logged-in registered site users from GSA member companies and network operators who supplied their corporate email address as their User ID. Full details are contained n the report.
For information on LTE operator commitments, network deployments, launches, trials, regulatory and market developments please refer to GSA's "Evolution to LTE" report which is available via the link on the home page.
Numerous charts, maps etc. concerning mobile broadband development including LTE are available at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
LTE1800 LinkedIN group: www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=3129390
LTE TDD LinkedIN Group: www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=3978061
LTE User Devices LinkedIN Group: www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=4146472
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January 20, 2012 - [418.1 KB]
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Chart showing the 269 LTE user devices currently in GSA's database by form factors.
Also available as a small JPEG file at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
Produced using data from GSA's own research as summarized in GSA's Status of the LTE Ecosystem report dated January 20, 2012
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January 5, 2012 - [371.7 KB]
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Source of data: GSA Evolution to LTE report dated January 5, 2012
Also available as a JPEG file at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
The map is free to use subject to accrediting GSA and website www.gsacom.com as the source
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This latest update of the GSA Evolution to LTE report confirms 226 firm LTE network deployments are planned or in progress in 76 countries, including 49 networks which are commercially launched in 29 countries.
A further 59 operators in 17 additional countries are engaged in pre-commercial LTE technology pilot trials, tests or studies.
Taken together, it means that 285 operators in 93 countries are now investing in LTE.
LTE is the fastest developing mobile system technology ever.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), and provides a concise update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, 3GPP standardization activities including LTE-Advanced, and more.
Published January 5, 2012
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GSA LinkedIN Group www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=2313721
LTE1800 LinkedIN Group www.linkedin.com/groups?=&gid=3129390
LTE TDD LinkedIN Group www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=3978061
LTE User Devices LinkedIN Group: www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=4146472
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January 5, 2012 - [1.7 MB]
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Convenient short-form extract (only 4-pages) from GSA's Evolution to LTE report published January 5, 2012 listing all LTE operator commitments, network deployments, commercial launches, and trials/studies worldwide up to that date.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA). The full 30-page report, which is also a free download from the GSA website, provides an update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, some current industry forecasts regarding LTE, standardization activities including LTE-Advanced, and more.
(c) Copyright 2012 Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) - www.gsacom.com
GSA LinkedIN Group www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=2313721
LTE1800 LinkedIN Group www.linkedin.com/groups?=&gid=3129390
LTE TDD LinkedIN Group www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=3978061
LTE User Devices LinkedIN Group www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=4146472
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January 5, 2012 - [811.6 KB]
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Convenient 2-pages extract from GSA's Evolution to LTE report published January 5, 2012 explaining the benefits of deploying LTE in 1800 MHz spectrum (LTE1800), and summarizing the status of LTE1800 operator commitments, network deployments, commercial launches and trials/plans worldwide.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA). The full report (30 pages) provides an update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, standardization activities including LTE-Advanced, and more.
Published January 5, 2012
(c) Copyright 2012 Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) - www.gsacom.com
LTE1800 Zone on the GSA website: www.gsacom.com/lte1800
Join the GSA LinkedIN Group at www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=2313721
You are welcome to join the LTE1800 LinkedIN Group at www.linkedin.com/groups?=&gid=3129390
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Convenient 1-page extract from GSA's Evolution to LTE report published January 5, 2012 summarizing LTE TDD network plans, commitments, trials, deployments worldwide.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA). The full report (30 pages) provides an update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, standardization activities including LTE-Advanced, and more.
Published January 5, 2012
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Join the GSA LinkedIN Group at www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=2313721
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December 28, 2011 - [1.9 MB]
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Presentation given at LTE Forum 2011, Warsaw, Poland on November 24, 2011 by:
Dr. Adam Kurianski, CEO of Aero2, Mobyland, and CenterNet
Agenda:
- Roots of the Project
- Why LTE and Why 1800MHz?
- FDD v TDD (LTE1800/LTE2500 TDD)
- The Network
- Future
This document is made available here on the GSA website with the permission of the author.
Opinions expressed in the content posted here are the personal opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of GSA. The content is provided for informational purposes only.
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December 13, 2011 - [175.7 KB]
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Talking Eye, a UK company, has developed and patented a novel home security device allowing users to communicate, monitor and interact with their home environment via mobile phones or the Internet. The device enables two way voice and data transmission so users can talk to their front door from anywhere in the world. The technology can also be seamlessly integrated with other home security and automation devices using 868MHz or 433MHz radio frequencies.
Licensing and joint development partners are sought.
For more information please log in and download the Product Description (PDF file)
Website: www.talkingeye.net
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December 12, 2011 - [2.4 MB]
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Driving Broadband Innovation in UAE; Du LTE Evolution
Presentation by Dr. Ayman Elnashar, Sr. Director - Wireless Broadband & Site Sharing, EITC (du) – UAE
- given at the Middle East Telco World Summit, Dubai, 29-30 November, 2011
Agenda
Driving Wireless Broadband Innovation in UAE: du Broadband Portfolio
Why LTE (Data Evolution)
- Speed Enhancement
- Latency Reduction
- Rich QoS capability
- All IP Simple flat architecture
LTE Evolution
Spectrum Options
Deployment Strategy
Trial Results
This document is made available here on the GSA website with the permission of the author.
Opinions expressed in the content posted here are the personal opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of GSA. The content is provided for informational purposes only.
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December 7, 2011 - [2.8 MB]
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Presentation by Pradeep De Almeida, Group Chief Technology Officer, Dialog Axiata PLC
- given at the Middle East Telco World Summit, Dubai, 29-30 November, 2011
Agenda:
* Determining the readiness for LTE Launch
An overview of LTE deployment strategy
* Launching a pilot project LTE trial deployment at Dialog Axiata PLC
* Transition from 3G
Long term LTE deployment strategy at Dialog Axiata PLC
This document is made available here on the GSA website with the permission of the author.
Opinions expressed in the content posted here are the personal opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of GSA. The content is provided for informational purposes only.
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December 1, 2011 - [4.3 MB]
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Presentation given by Alan Hadden, President of GSA, at the Middle East Telco World Summit, Dubai
November 29-30, 2011
Organised by Informa Telecoms and Media
References GSA's reports, stats and data published up to November 29, 2011
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November 25, 2011 - [1.5 MB]
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This new report from GSA – the Global mobile Suppliers Association, demonstrates the strong appeal of using 1800 MHz spectrum for mobile broadband. It shows from practical, economic and business perspectives why 1800 MHz will emerge as a prime band for LTE deployments in virtually all regions of the world, and be important for international roaming.
The report “Embracing the 1800MHz opportunity: “Driving mobile forward with LTE in the 1800MHz band” was prepared for GSA by Innovation Observatory and benefits from the insights and experiences contributed by several GSA member companies and pioneer LTE1800 network operators.
The report was sponsored by CSL Limited, Deutsche Telekom, Elisa, Qualcomm, StarHub and Telstra.
Published November 16, 2011
Press release: 1800MHz spectrum key to global success of LTE services, GSA study shows
www.gsacom.com/news/gsa_342.php4
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November 21, 2011 - [1 MB]
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HD Voice based on the AMR (Adaptive Multi Rate) Wideband technology (W-AMR) enables high-quality voice calls in mobile networks and an improved user experience. It provides significantly higher voice quality for calls between mobile phones supporting the feature, and can be implemented in GSM, WCDMA (UMTS), and LTE networks. The higher voice quality of HD Voice improves the call experience and allows people to better share feelings, do business and communicate information. HD Voice can help mobile operators to clearly differentiate their offerings and can enable high quality services to voice dependent business like call center services, information services, emergency services etc.
This updated report from GSA outlines the opportunities and benefits of deploying HD Voice service, provides an update overview on the growing number of network deployment commitments and service launches globally (to November 21, 2011), and confirms the expanding range of HD Voice-capable phones (60 products) which are available on the market. An increasing number of devices are now being shipped with the HD Voice feature activated as the default.
The report contains links to various HD Voice resources, including demonstration sites and information papers.
Related charts (world map showing where mobile HD Voice commercial services are launched, and graphic of compatible devices) are available at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4 and also as higher quality PDF files via the links on the home page www.gsacom.com
Join the discussion by becoming a member of the GSA LinkedIN group at www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=2313721
A dedicated HD Voice subgroup has also been established with a growing membership
www.linkedin.com/groups?=&gid=3032759
A Mobile HD Voice Zone has been established on the GSA home page - visit www.gsacom.com and click on the banner
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators, GSA and vendors, and public announcements as appropriate. Errors and omissions excepted.
Updates are welcome by email to info@gsacom.com
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November 21, 2011 - [261.8 KB]
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This chart summarizes the rapidly improving Mobile HD Voice user device eco-system for use on 3G/UMTS (i.e. WCDMA-HSPA) networks, listing 60 commercially launched products. Activation of the required W-AMR codec may be operator-specific in some markets, however an increasing number of products are now shipping globally with HD Voice capability activated as default.
This chart is also available as a small JPEG file at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
Join the discussion by becoming a member of the GSA LinkedIN group at www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=2313721
An HD Voice subgroup is established with a growing membership: www.linkedin.com/groups?=&gid=3032759
A mobile HD Voice Zone has been established on the GSA home page www.gsacom.com
Updates are welcome by email to info@gsacom.com
Source of data: GSA: Mobile HD Voice: Global Update report November 21, 2011 (available via the link on www.gsacom.com)
Errors and Omissions Excepted
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This map shows the 31 countries where mobile HD Voice service is commercially launched worldwide, drawing upon data from GSA's Mobile HD Voice Global Update report of November 21, 2011 which is available to download via the link on www.gsacom.com
This map is also available as a JPEG file on page www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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Chart showing the 197 LTE user devices currently in GSA's database by form factor.
Also available as a small JPEG file at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
Produced using data from GSA's own research as summarized in GSA's Status of the LTE Ecosystem report dated October 28, 2011
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May be used subject to accrediting GSA as the source.
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November 8, 2011 - [1.3 MB]
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Self Organizing Networks now and 2020
Presentation slide deck prepared by Tom Martens, LTE Lead Customer Product Management North East
Nokia Siemens Networks
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Opinions expressed in the content posted here are the personal opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of GSA. The content is provided for informational purposes only.
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November 7, 2011 - [1.3 MB]
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This Fact Sheet summarizes the latest key facts and statistics from various reports researched and published by the GSA, plus mobile broadband subscriptions totals for WCDMA (including HSPA) and LTE to June 30, 2011. The referenced reports are available to registered site users as free downloads - log in first, and locate the report you require via the link on the home page www.gsacom.com
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This Fact Sheet and the content therein may be used and quoted, subject to accreditation of GSA (Global mobile Suppliers Association) as the source. For other uses please contact the GSA Secretariat by email to info@gsacom.com
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November 7, 2011 - [451.9 KB]
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Compiled using data from mobile broadband networks and devices surveys researched and published by GSA up to October 28, 2011:
* WCDMA-HSPA networks
* HSPA+ and DC-HSPA+ networks
* UMTS900 networks
* LTE networks
* HSPA and HSPA+ devices
* LTE devices
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November 2, 2011 - [825 KB]
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HD Voice - Next Level of Voice Quality in Mobile Networks
Presentation by Jan Derksen, Head of Technical Marketing, Business Unit Networks, Ericsson
Given during a webinar organized by Light Reading on October 26, 2011
Provided to GSA with permission of the author.
To hear the full seminar (slides and audio), including the presentation by Helene Galatoire, Senior Marketing Manager, Orange
Visit www.lightreading.com/webinar.asp?webinar_id=29913
(registration required)
Ericsson white paper: HD voice – it speaks for itself
www.ericsson.com/news/111012_hd_voice_244188808_c
Opinions expressed in the content posted here are the personal opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of GSA. The content is provided for informational purposes only.
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October 28, 2011 - [515.1 KB]
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Deployment of LTE systems is the main industry direction, and the major trend in 2011.
This updated report, which was researched and published by GSA (Global mobile Suppliers Association) on October 28, 2011 confirms increasing industry commitment to LTE and that a robust support ecosystem for LTE is rapidly establishing. This new research identified a total of 197 LTE User Devices launched in the market by 48 suppliers.
The number of LTE devices (197) announced today (October 28, 2011) is more than 3x higher the figure reported by GSA in its first “Status of the LTE Ecosystem” report published on February 9, 2011, and confirms the rapidly expanding choice and availability of LTE user devices to support accelerating network deployments around the world.
The number of LTE smartphones now launched in the market more than tripled over the last 3 months.
Updates and other inputs from the industry are welcome and appreciated by email please to info@gsacom.com
Copyright of Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) - 2011
This material may be used subject to accreditation of GSA (Global mobile Suppliers Association) as the source.
Errors and Omissions Excepted.
Detailed analysis of each of the 197 LTE devices is supported in the new GAMBoD - LTE tool (www.gsacom.com/gambod). Access is restricted to logged-in registered site users from GSA member companies and network operators who supplied their corporate email address as their User ID.
For information on LTE operator commitments, network deployments, launches, trials, regulatory and market developments please refer to GSA's "Evolution to LTE" report which is available via the link on the home page.
Numerous charts, maps etc. concerning mobile broadband development including LTE are available at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
LTE1800 LinkedIN group: www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=3129390
LTE TDD LinkedIN Group: www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=3978061
NEW: LTE User Devices LinkedIN Group: www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=4146472
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October 28, 2011 - [695 KB]
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This updated report summarizes the global status of HSPA+ (HSPA Evolution) network commitments, deployments and commercial launches, according to the latest research by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) which was completed and published on October 28, 2011.
In this report, GSA confirms that 211 operators have committed to HSPA+ network deployments in 89 countries. 152 HSPA+ systems are in commercial service in 79 countries. The report confirms that around 36% of HSPA operators have commercially launched HSPA+. The report lists every known HSPA+ operator commitment, network deployment, commercial launch and current peak downlink speed and is a free download to registered site users.
HSPA+ is a mainstream system technology for delivering mobile broadband services across the world. GSA forecasts there will be at least 180 commercial HSPA+ networks by end 2011.
The future evolution path is explained and firm operator commitments to further evolutionary steps are identified in the report.
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing direct information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators and between GSA and infrastructure vendors to verify the facts as accurately as possible, together with analysis of public announcements. Errors and omissions excepted.
Numerous HSPA and HSPA+ related charts, graphics etc. are available for download and use at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
A related report "HSPA Operator Commitments (October 28, 2011)" is also available at www.gsacom.com
Copyright - Global mobile Suppliers Association
Updates are welcome by email to info@gsacom.com
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October 28, 2011 - [2.6 MB]
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This is the latest report by GSA on HSPA network operator commitments, deployments, commercial launches, and trends including evolution, published on October 28, 2011.
The report lists all HSPA and HSPA+ network commitments, deployments and launches worldwide according to GSA research.
HSPA - Key Facts:
* 462 HSPA operator network commitments in 173 countries/territories
* 424 commercial networks launched in 165 countries
* ALL of the world's WCDMA operators have commercially launched HSPA service
* 304 commercial HSDPA networks (71.7%) support 7.2 Mbps peak or higher downlink speeds
* 182 operators have committed to HSUPA including 174 HSUPA operators commercially launched in 84 countries
* 211 HSPA+ network commitments in 89 countries, including 152 HSPA+ networks commercially launched in 79 countries
* GSA forecasts at least 180 commercial HSPA+ systems will be in commercial service by end 2011
* 49 commercial DC-HSPA+ networks support 42 Mbps peak downlink today plus another 41 on-going deployments and commitments
* 335 out of 462 HSPA network operator commitments (72.5%) have also committed to EDGE deployment
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing direct information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators and between GSA and infrastructure vendors to verify the facts as accurately as possible, together with analysis of public announcements. Errors and omissions excepted.
Numerous HSPA-related charts and maps are available and may be downloaded and used, with accreditation to GSA as the source. See www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
See the related GSA report "Global HSPA+ Network Commitments and Deployments (October 28, 2011)" for additional details on worldwide HSPA+ network deployments, launches, evolution roadmap - also available as a free download via the link on the home page www.gsacom.com
Previous reports are available on this page. Pre-April 2011 reports are available at www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/wcdma_databank.php4
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October 28, 2011 - [1.2 MB]
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Updated report from the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) published on October 28, 2011 providing a comprehensive overview of the momentum towards deploying 3G/WCDMA-HSPA systems in the 900 MHz band (UMTS900) for mobile broadband services, showing the benefits and opportunities of deployment of HSPA at lower frequencies, the rapidly developing regulatory position enabling the re-farming of 900 MHz spectrum for mobile broadband services, status of technical standards, UMTS900 service launches, network deployment activities and trials worldwide, and confirming the excellent and rapidly growing availability of UMTS900-compatible user devices (663 UMTS900 devices confirmed by GSA in the HSPA Devices Survey published on August 4, 2011- see HSPA Devices Key Findings summary for latest figures).
Updates for future updates of this report, particularly from regulators, network operators, and suppliers, are welcome. Please send by email to info@gsacom.com
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing direct information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators,between GSA and infrastructure vendors, and between GSA and communications regulators to verify the facts as accurately as possible, together with analysis of public announcements. Errors and omissions excepted.
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The data used for producing this analysis and chart comes from the HSPA Operator Commitments report and the Global HSPA+ Network Commitments and deployments report - both were published by GSA on October 28, 2011.
This chart is also available as a downloadable JPEG file from www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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October 14, 2011 - [980.8 KB]
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This Fact Sheet summarizes the latest key facts and statistics from various reports researched and published by the GSA, plus mobile broadband subscriptions totals for WCDMA (including HSPA) and LTE to June 30, 2011. The referenced reports are available to registered site users as free downloads - log in first, and locate the report you require via the link on the home page www.gsacom.com
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October 14, 2011 - [479.2 KB]
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Compiled using data from mobile broadband networks and devices surveys researched and published by GSA up to October 12, 2011:
* WCDMA networks
* HSPA networks
* HSPA+ networks
* UMTS900 networks
* LTE networks
* HSPA and HSPA+ devices
* Dual-mode HSPA/LTE devices
All of the above-mentioned surveys are downloadable via the links on the home page www.gsacom.com
This wallchart is also available as a JPEG file e.g. for importing into presentations and reports etc. (use is free and subject to accreditation to GSA as the source), and is downloadable from the GSM/3G stats/charts page www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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October 12, 2011 - [266.9 KB]
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Chart showing the regional distribution of 185 LTE network operator commitments worldwide, in PDF file format, based on the information contained in the latest Evolution to LTE report published by GSA on October 12, 2011.
This chart is also available as a downloadable JPEG file at www.gsacom.com//downloads/charts/Global_LTE_Commitments.php4
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Source of data: GSA Evolution to LTE report dated October 12, 2011
Also available as a JPEG file at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
The map is free to use subject to accrediting GSA and website www.gsacom.com as the source
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October 12, 2011 - [2.2 MB]
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This latest update of the GSA Evolution to LTE report confirms 185 firm LTE network deployments are planned or in progress in 66 countries, including 35 networks which are commercially launched in 21 countries. The number of operators committed to LTE network deployments has increased by 64% in the past year.
A further 63 operators in 21 additional countries are engaged in pre-commercial LTE technology pilot trials, tests or studies.
Taken together, it means that 248 operators in 87 countries are now investing in LTE.
LTE is the fastest developing mobile system technology ever.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), and provides a concise update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, 3GPP standardization activities including LTE-Advanced, and more.
Published October 12, 2011
NOTE: this rev2 issue of the report was posted October 14, 2011 to incorporate new information received
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Convenient 1-page extract from GSA's Evolution to LTE report published October 12, 2011 summarizing LTE TDD network plans, commitments, trials, deployments.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA). The full report (26 pages) provides an update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, standardization activities including LTE-Advanced, and more.
Published October 12, 2011
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Convenient 1-page extract from GSA's Evolution to LTE report published October 12, 2011 explaining the benefits of deploying LTE in 1800 MHz spectrum (LTE1800), and summarizing the status of LTE1800 operator commitments, network deployments, commercial launches and trials/plans worldwide.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA). The full report (26 pages) provides an update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, standardization activities including LTE-Advanced, and more.
Published October 12, 2011
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October 12, 2011 - [1.9 MB]
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Convenient short-form extract (only 4-pages) from GSA's Evolution to LTE report published October 12, 2011 listing operator commitments, network deployments, commercial launches, and trials/studies.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA). The full 26-pages report provides an update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, some current industry forecasts regarding LTE, standardization activities including LTE-Advanced, and more.
Published October 12, 2011
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October 3, 2011 - [1.1 MB]
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HD Voice based on the AMR (Adaptive Multi Rate) Wideband technology (W-AMR) enables high-quality voice calls in mobile networks and an improved user experience. It provides significantly higher voice quality for calls between mobile phones supporting the feature, and can be implemented in GSM, WCDMA (UMTS), and LTE networks. The higher voice quality of HD Voice improves the call experience and allows people to better share feelings, do business and communicate information. HD Voice can help mobile operators to clearly differentiate their offerings and can enable high quality services to voice dependent business like call center services, information services, emergency services etc.
This updated report from GSA outlines the opportunities and benefits of deploying HD Voice service, provides an update overview on the growing number of network deployment commitments and service launches globally (to October 3, 2011), and confirms the expanding range of HD Voice-capable phones (52 products) which are available on the market. An increasing number of devices are now being shipped with the HD Voice feature activated as the default. A new single logo has been launched to help identify mobile HD voice enabled devices and services.
Links to various HD Voice resources are also included, including to demonstration sites and other references.
Related charts (world map showing where mobile HD Voice commercial services are launched, and graphic of compatible devices) are available at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4 and also as higher quality PDF files via the links on the home page www.gsacom.com
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A dedicated HD Voice subgroup has also been established with a growing membership
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This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators, GSA and vendors, and public announcements as appropriate. Errors and omissions excepted.
Updates are welcome by email to info@gsacom.com
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This map shows the 29 countries where mobile HD Voice service is commercially launched worldwide, drawing upon data from GSA's Mobile HD Voice Global Update report of October 3, 2011 which is available to download via the link on www.gsacom.com
This map is also available as a JPEG file on page www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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HD Voice based on the AMR (Adaptive Multi Rate) Wideband technology (W-AMR) enables high-quality voice calls in mobile networks and an improved user experience. It provides significantly higher voice quality for calls between mobile phones supporting the feature, and can be implemented in GSM and WCDMA (UMTS) networks. The higher voice quality of HD Voice improves the call experience and allows people to better share feelings, do business and communicate information. HD Voice can help operators to clearly differentiate their offerings and can enable high quality services to voice dependent business like call center services, information services, emergency services etc.
This chart summarizes the rapidly improving Mobile HD Voice user device eco-system for use on 3G/UMTS (i.e. WCDMA-HSPA) networks, listing 52 commercially launched products. Activation of the required W-AMR codec may be operator-specific in some markets, however an increasing number of products are now shipping globally with HD Voice capability activated as default.
This chart is also available as a small JPEG file at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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Updates are welcome by email to info@gsacom.com
Source of data: GSA: Mobile HD Voice: Global Update report October 3, 2011 (available via the link on www.gsacom.com)
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September 26, 2011 - [1.5 MB]
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Improving network efficiencies and evolution of data throughput performance (downlink and uplink) are key trends which are tracked and regularly reported on by GSA. This Information Paper provides an update of current 3GPP mobile broadband systems capabilities, performance and their evolution path, and supporting eco-systems, drawing upon results and data from the latest related GSA surveys, reports and information papers covering WCDMA-HSPA, HSPA Evolution (HSPA+), UMTS900, EDGE and EDGE Evolution, LTE and LTE-Advanced technologies.
Published September 26, 2011 by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA)
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September 26, 2011 - [980.9 KB]
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This Fact Sheet, published on September 26, 2011, summarizes the latest key facts and statistics from various reports researched and published by the GSA, plus mobile broadband subscriptions totals for WCDMA (including HSPA) and LTE to June 30, 2011. The referenced reports are available to registered site users as free downloads - log in first, and locate the report you require via the link on the home page www.gsacom.com
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September 22, 2011 - [6.6 MB]
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The Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) presents this new update report (published September 22, 2011). Key findings from several recent GSA reports are highlighted.
Mobile broadband continues to develop and succeed at a phenomenal pace. 100% of the world's WCDMA operators have deployed HSPA on their networks, which was achieved in under 6 years.
Migration to HSPA+ was the major trend in 2010 and continues in 2011 with increasing peak speeds both on the downlink and uplink. 33% of HSPA operators have deployed HSPA+
2011 is developing as a very good year for LTE, with ever-growing operator commitments to deploy networks, more commercial launches, and the future roadmap of LTE-Advanced gaining official approval from the ITU as an IMT-Advanced (4G) technology. The pace of development for LTE and network deployments has speeded up in 2011. In addition to newly licensed spectrum becoming available for LTE (sub 1 GHz digital dividend, and 2.6 GHz) a significant momentum is building for deploying LTE systems in re-farmed 1800 MHz spectrum as a strategy of interest to many operators.
Many of the slides and graphics, maps etc. used in this report are also downloadable as JPEG files at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
For a regularly updated summary of key industry facts click on www.gsacom.com/news/gsa_fastfacts.php4
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Archive of previous GSM/3G Market Update reports (March 2011 and earlier), which this report replaces, can be found at www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/market_update.php4
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September 22, 2011 - [518.1 KB]
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Compiled using data from mobile broadband networks and devices surveys researched and published by GSA up to September 22, 2011:
* WCDMA networks
* HSPA networks
* HSPA+ networks
* UMTS900 networks
* LTE networks
* HSPA and HSPA+ devices
* Dual-mode HSPA/LTE devices
All of the above-mentioned surveys are downloadable via the links on the home page www.gsacom.com
This wallchart is also available as a JPEG file e.g. for importing into presentations and reports etc. (use is free and subject to accreditation to GSA as the source), and is downloadable from the GSM/3G stats/charts page www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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September 21, 2011 - [1 MB]
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Self Organizing Networks now and 2020
Presentation by Tom Martens, LTE Lead Customer Product Management North East
Nokia Siemens Networks
Highway to 4G: MBB Evolution workshop
Mobile Network Optimisation Eurasia Summit 2011 (organized by IQPC)
Istanbul, September 19, 2011
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Opinions expressed in the content posted here are the personal opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of GSA. The content is provided for informational purposes only.
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September 14, 2011 - [4 MB]
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Presentation given by Alan Hadden, President, GSA on the LTE Focus Day at Mobile Broadband World 2011, Berlin, Germany.
Conference organiser: IIR Telecoms and Technology
Date of presentation: September 12, 2011
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September 1, 2011 - [944.7 KB]
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This Fact Sheet summarizes the latest key facts and statistics from various reports researched and published by the GSA, plus mobile broadband subscriptions totals for WCDMA (including HSPA) and LTE to June 30, 2011. The reports are available to registered site users as free downloads - log in first, and locate the report you require via the link on the home page www.gsacom.com
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August 31, 2011 - [2.1 MB]
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This latest update of the GSA Evolution to LTE report confirms 174 firm LTE network deployments are planned or in progress in 64 countries, including 26 networks which have commercially launched. The number of operators committed to LTE network deployments has increased by 72% in the past year.
A further 63 operators in 21 additional countries are engaged in pre-commercial LTE technology pilot trials, tests or studies.
Taken together, it means that 237 operators in 85 countries are now investing in LTE.
LTE is the fastest developing mobile system technology ever.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), and provides a concise update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, some current industry forecasts regarding LTE, standardization activities including LTE-Advanced, and more.
Published August 31, 2011
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Source of data: GSA Evolution to LTE report dated August 31, 2011
Also available as a JPEG file at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
Revised to correct the number of countries where LTE is commercially launched to 18 countries (previous version stated 16 countries)
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August 31, 2011 - [1.3 MB]
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New, convenient short-form extract (only 4-pages) from GSA's Evolution to LTE report published August 31, 2011 listing operator commitments, network deployments, commercial launches, and trials/studies.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA). The full report (26 pages) provides an update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, some current industry forecasts regarding LTE, standardization activities including LTE-Advanced, and more.
Published August 31, 2011
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New, convenient 1-page extract from GSA's Evolution to LTE report published August 31, 2011 summarizing LTE TDD network plans, commitments, trials, deployments.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA). The full report (26 pages) provides an update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, some current industry forecasts regarding LTE, standardization activities including LTE-Advanced, and more.
Published August 31, 2011
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New, convenient 1-page extract from GSA's Evolution to LTE report published August 31, 2011 explaining the benefits of deploying LTE in 1800 MHz spectrum (LTE1800), and summarizing the status of LTE1800 operator commitments, network deployments, commercial launches and trials/plans worldwide.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA). The full report (26 pages) provides an update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, some current industry forecasts regarding LTE, standardization activities including LTE-Advanced, and more.
Published August 31, 2011
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August 31, 2011 - [325.5 KB]
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Chart showing the regional distribution of 174 LTE network operator commitments worldwide, in PDF file format, based on the information contained in the latest Evolution to LTE report published by GSA on August 31, 2011.
This chart is also available as a downloadable JPEG file at www.gsacom.com//downloads/charts/Global_LTE_Commitments.php4
The chart is free to use subject to accrediting GSA and website www.gsacom.com as the source.
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Compiled using data from mobile broadband networks and devices surveys researched and published by GSA up to August 4, 2011:
* WCDMA networks
* HSPA networks
* HSPA+ networks
* UMTS900 networks
* LTE networks
* HSPA and HSPA+ devices
* Dual-mode HSPA/LTE devices
All of the above-mentioned surveys are downloadable via the links on the home page www.gsacom.com
This wallchart is also available as a JPEG file e.g. for importing into presentations and reports etc. (use is free and subject to accreditation to GSA as the source), and is downloadable from the GSM/3G stats/charts page www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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GSA presents the Key Findings from its latest HSPA Devices survey.
The survey confirms that 3,227 HSPA-enabled user devices are launched in the market by 264 suppliers, comprising handsets, smartphones, PC datacards and modules, HSPA-enabled notebooks, netbooks and tablets, USB modems, wireless routers, Personal Media Players, femtocells, e-book readers, mobile tablets, and cameras. A total of 648 HSPA devices were launched in the past 12 months, representing annual growth of over 25%. Peak downlink speeds range from 1.8 Mbps up to 84 Mbps.
182 HSPA Evolution (HSPA+) products (compared to 50 one year ago) are launched by 35 suppliers, including 71 devices which support 42 Mbps (DC-HSPA+) peak downlink capability.
100 dual-mode GSPA-LTE devices are launched (NOTE: LTE devices which fall back to EV-DO for example, but not HSPA, and single LTE mode devices, are excluded from this figure).
There is a clear trend of increasing speeds in both downlink and uplink directions. The growth in smartphone products is again strongly evident with many more devices supporting navigation functionality and WLAN connectivity.
The survey also confirms that 1,184 HSUPA-capable products are now launched in the market, representing 63.5% annual growth.
Support for all 3G spectrum bands is strongly evident in the survey, not only for the widely-deployed 2100 MHz frequency band, but also for 850 MHz band operation in support of mobile broadband markets in Australia, the Americas, and Asia, plus HSPA devices operating in the 1900 MHz and AWS bands as also used in the Americas. The continually improving availability of UMTS900 (HSPA) devices is again highlighted, with 663 products now launched.
The survey also confirms expansion in the number of HSPA phones which incorporate the Wideband AMR technology (W-AMR)for HD Voice service. Operators are giving HD Voice increasing attention with commercial services now launched on several networks (see related GSA report via the link on the home page). This survey lists the HSPA devices which support HD Voice.
More comprehensive analysis, personalized to individual needs, can be undertaken using GAMBOD (GSA Analyzer for Mobile Broadband Devices) www.gsacom.com/gambod
GAMBOD is a search and analysis tool developed by GSA for HSPA devices, allowing searches by supplier, form factor, features, peak downlink and uplink speeds, and operating frequency. Results are presented as a list, or as a spreadsheet, or in charts. An RSS feed can be used to alert when new devices are added to the database. Charts may be inserted into documents or presentations, subject to accreditation of GSA as the source.
GAMBOD is available for use ONLY by GSA website registered users whom GSA has categorized as being from mobile network operators or from GSA member organizations.
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Deployment of LTE systems is the main industry direction, and the major trend in 2011.
This updated report, which was researched and published by GSA (Global mobile Suppliers Association) on July 29, 2011 confirms increasing industry commitment to LTE and that a robust support ecosystem for LTE is rapidly establishing. This new research identified a total of 161 LTE User Devices launched in the market by 45 suppliers. The number of user devices announced has increased by more than 150% in under 6 months, and many more products are in the pipeline. This strong support and high level of activity is clear evidence of how the devices manufacturing sector is supporting the drive by operators to increase network capacity and ensure the very best user experience of mobile broadband services.
The report "Status of the LTE Ecosystem" lists every user device by manufacturer, model and form factor, and states the operating frequency/frequencies per device where known (TBC indicates where details are to be confirmed). Most devices are designed to ensure ubiquitous mobile broadband coverage by supporting existing mobile network technologies - i.e. dual mode working. The report confirms which complementary modes are supported, indicating support for HSPA, HSPA+ and/or EV-DO, TD-SCDMA etc. as appropriate. Both FDD and TDD modes of LTE are included in this report.
The total LTE ecosystem includes reference designs, chipsets, platforms, test sets and more, however these components are generally outside the scope of this report, which primarily focuses on announcements and launches of the user devices. br/>
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Errors and Omissions Excepted.
For information on LTE operator commitments, network deployments, launches, trials, regulatory and market developments please refer to GSA's "Evolution to LTE" report which is available via the link on the home page.
Numerous charts, maps etc. concerning mobile broadband development including LTE are available at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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Updated report from the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) published on July 27, 2011 providing a comprehensive overview of the momentum towards deploying 3G/WCDMA-HSPA systems in the 900 MHz band (UMTS900) for mobile broadband services, showing the benefits and opportunities of deployment of HSPA at lower frequencies, the rapidly developing regulatory position enabling the re-farming of 900 MHz spectrum for mobile broadband services, status of technical standards, UMTS900 service launches, network deployment activities and trials worldwide, and confirming the excellent and rapidly growing availability of UMTS900-compatible user devices (663 UMTS900 devices confirmed by GSA in the HSPA Devices Survey published on August 4, 2011- see HSPA Devices Key Findings summary for latest figures).
Updates for future updates of this report, particularly from regulators, network operators, and suppliers, are welcome. Please send by email to info@gsacom.com
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators, GSA and infrastructure vendors, GSA and regulatory authorities, and public announcements as appropriate. Errors and omissions excepted.
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The data used for producing this analysis and chart comes from the HSPA Operator Commitments report and the Global HSPA+ Network Commitments and deployments report - both were published by GSA on July 18, 2011.
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LTE1800 status worldwide: a brief summary of operator plans to deploy LTE mobile broadband systems technology in 1800 MHz spectrum, network commitments, deployments, commercial launches.
This paper is extracted from GSA's Evolution to LTE report dated July 6, 2011.
The complete Evolution to LTE report is available as a free download for registered site users via the link on www.gsacom.com
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This is the latest report by GSA on HSPA network operator commitments, deployments, commercial launches, and trends including evolution, published on July 18, 2011.
The report lists all HSPA and HSPA+ network commitments, deployments and launches worldwide according to GSA research.
HSPA - Key Facts:
* 446 HSPA operator network commitments in 170 countries/territories
* 410 commercial networks launched in 162 countries
* ALL of the world's WCDMA operators have commercially launched HSPA service
* 287 commercial HSDPA networks (70%) support 7.2 Mbps peak or higher downlink speeds
* 174 operators have committed to HSUPA including 166 HSUPA operators commercially launched in 78 countries
* 193 HSPA+ network commitments in 83 countries, including 136 HSPA+ networks commercially launched in 69 countries
* GSA forecasts at least 170 commercial HSPA+ systems will be in commercial service by end 2011
* 39 commercial DC-HSPA+ networks support 42 Mbps peak downlink today plus another 26 deployment commitments
* 320 out of 446 HSPA network operator commitments (71.7%) have also committed to EDGE deployment
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing direct information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators, between GSA and infrastructure vendors, and analysis of public announcements. Errors and omissions excepted.
Numerous HSPA-related charts and maps are available and may be downloaded and used, with accreditation to GSA as the source. See www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
See the related GSA report "Global HSPA+ Network Commitments and Deployments (July 18, 2011)" for additional details on worldwide HSPA+ network deployments, launches, evolution roadmap - available also as a free download via the link on the home page www.gsacom.com
Archive of earlier reports (pre-April 2011) available at www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/wcdma_databank.php4
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This updated report summarizes the global status of HSPA+ (HSPA Evolution) network commitments, deployments and commercial launches, according to the latest research by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) which was completed and published on July 18, 2011.
In this report, GSA confirms that 193 operators have committed to HSPA+ network deployments in 83 countries. 136 HSPA+ systems are in commercial service in 69 countries. The report confirms that 33% of HSPA operators have commercially launched HSPA+. The report lists every known HSPA+ operator commitment, network deployment and commercial launch and is a free download to registered site users.
HSPA+ is a mainstream system technology for delivering mobile broadband services across the world.
The future evolution path is explained and firm operator commitments to further evolutionary steps are identified in the report.
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing direct information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators, between GSA and infrastructure vendors, and analysis of public announcements. Errors and omissions excepted.
Numerous HSPA and HSPA+ related charts, graphics etc. are available for download and use at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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Chart showing the regional distribution of 166 LTE network operator commitments worldwide, in PDF file format, based on the information contained in the latest Evolution to LTE report published by GSA on July 6, 2011.
This chart is also available as a downloadable JPEG file at www.gsacom.com//downloads/charts/Global_LTE_Commitments.php4
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This latest update of the GSA Evolution to LTE report confirms 166 firm LTE network deployments are planned or in progress in 62 countries, including 24 networks which have commercially launched.
A further 52 operators in 19 additional countries are engaged in pre-commercial LTE technology pilot trials, tests or studies.
Taken together, it means that 218 operators in 81 countries are now investing in LTE.
LTE is the fastest developing mobile system technology ever.
65 additional operators have committed to commercial LTE network deployments since August 2010.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), and provides a concise update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, Voice over LTE developments, some recent industry forecasts regarding LTE, standardization activities including LTE-Advanced, and more.
Published July 6, 2011
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Source of data: GSA Evolution to LTE report dated July 6, 2011
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A convenient chart listing all 218 operator investments in LTE, comprizing 166 firm network commitments and 52 pre-commitment trials, in PDF file format, based on the information contained in the latest Evolution to LTE report published by GSA on July 6, 2011.
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Is 4G Enough? The Impact of Video on Mobile Networks
Presentation given by Ronny A. Haraldsvik, VP of Global Marketing, Bytemobile at CommunicAsia 2011
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* Increased demand on capacity requires greater control of networks and the ability to measure the quality of subscribers' mobile video experience.
* Operators need to monitor data rates, resolution and stalling in order to ensure service quality and consistency, reduce churn, and plan tiered services for different subscriber profiles.
* A 4G network does not mean that there will be no strain on capacity. 'Smart capacity' solutions are required in conjunction with data offload, RAN-sharing and backhaul upgrades.
Bytemobile (www.bytemobile.com) is a member organization of the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA).
Published on the GSA website with the permission of the author.
Opinions expressed in the content posted here are the personal opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of GSA. The content is provided for informational purposes only.
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How China built the TD-LTE value chain
Presentation given by Stephen Hire, Director of Marketing, Aeroflex Asia at CommunicAsia 2011
How China built the TD-LTE value chain
* Where we are today
* Building the market
* Lessons learned
* Lessons for others
Aeroflex (www.aeroflex.com) is a member organization of the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA). Stephen Hire is a member of the GSA Executive Committee.
Published on the GSA website with the permission of the author.
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A concise slide pack summarizing the main findings and analysis from GSA's latest surveys, reports and information papers on the status of 3GPP-based mobile broadband networks and user devices, covering WCDMA-HSPA, HSPA+ and LTE technologies.
Published June 16, 2011
Download all the referenced reports via the links on www.gsacom.com
Related charts and maps also available at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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This Fact Sheet summarizes the key facts and statistics from various reports published recently by the GSA. The reports are available to registered site users as free downloads - log in first, and locate the report you require via the link on the home page www.gsacom.com
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Deployment of LTE systems is the main industry direction, and the major trend in 2011.
This updated report, which was researched and published by GSA (Global mobile Suppliers Association) on June 13, 2011 confirms that a robust support ecosystem for LTE is rapidly establishing. This new research identified a total of 137 LTE User Devices launched in the market by 42 suppliers. The number of user devices is 40% higher than the total in the previous GSA Status of the LTE Ecosystem report (March 16, 2011). Many more products are in the pipeline. This strong support and high level of activity is clear evidence of how the devices manufacturing sector is supporting the drive by operators to increase network capacity and ensure the very best user experience of mobile broadband services.
The report "Status of the LTE Ecosystem" lists every user device by manufacturer, model and form factor, and states the operating frequency where known (TBC indicates where details are to be confirmed). Most devices are designed to ensure ubiquitous mobile broadband coverage by supporting existing mobile network technologies - i.e. dual mode working. The report confirms which complementary modes are supported, indicating support for HSPA, HSPA+ and/or EV-DO, TD-SCDMA etc. as appropriate.
The total LTE ecosystem includes reference designs, chipsets, platforms, test sets and more, however these components are generally outside the scope of this report, which primarily focuses on announcements and launches of the user devices. br/>
Updates and other inputs from the industry are welcome and appreciated by email please to info@gsacom.com
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Errors and Omissions Excepted.
This rev1 issue of the report amended the operating frequency band for the BandLuxe C501 USB modem, and corrected a typographical error on the same page.
For information on LTE operator commitments, network deployments, launches, trials, regulatory and market developments please refer to GSA's "Evolution to LTE" report which is available via the link on the home page.
Numerous charts, maps etc. concerning mobile broadband development including LTE are available at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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This map shows 20 countries where mobile HD Voice service is commercially launched worldwide, drawing upon data from GSA's Mobile HD Voice report (June 3, 2011) which is also available at www.gsacom.com
This map is also available as a JPEG file on page www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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HD Voice based on the AMR (Adaptive Multi Rate) Wideband technology (W-AMR) enables high-quality voice calls in mobile networks and an improved user experience. It provides significantly higher voice quality for calls between mobile phones supporting the feature, and can be implemented in GSM and WCDMA (UMTS) networks. The higher voice quality of HD Voice improves the call experience and allows people to better share feelings, do business and communicate information. HD Voice can help operators to clearly differentiate their offerings and can enable high quality services to voice dependent business like call center services, information services, emergency services etc.
This chart summarizes the rapidly improving Mobile HD Voice user device eco-system for use on 3G/UMTS (i.e. WCDMA-HSPA) networks, identifying 33 commercially launched products. Activation of the required W-AMR codec may be operator-specific in some markets, however note that an increasing number of products are now shipping globally with HD Voice capability activated as default.
This chart is also available as a small JPEG file at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
Join the discussion by becoming a member of the GSA LinkedIN group at www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=2313721
An HD Voice subgroup is established with a growing membership: www.linkedin.com/groups?=&gid=3032759
Updates are welcome by email to info@gsacom.com
Source of data: GSA: Mobile HD Voice: Global Update report June 3, 2011 (available via the link on www.gsacom.com)
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HD Voice based on the AMR (Adaptive Multi Rate) Wideband technology (W-AMR) enables high-quality voice calls in mobile networks and an improved user experience. It provides significantly higher voice quality for calls between mobile phones supporting the feature, and can be implemented in GSM, WCDMA (UMTS), and LTE networks. The higher voice quality of HD Voice improves the call experience and allows people to better share feelings, do business and communicate information. HD Voice can help operators to clearly differentiate their offerings and can enable high quality services to voice dependent business like call center services, information services, emergency services etc.
This updated report outlines the opportunities and benefits of deploying HD Voice service, gives an update overview on the growing number of network deployment commitments and service launches globally (to June 3, 2011), and confirms the expanding range of HD Voice-capable phones (33 products) which are available on the market. An increasing number of devices are now being shipped with the HD Voice feature activated as the default. The Rev1 version of this report was uploaded June 9, 2011 following amendment of the Mobile HD Voice commercial launches table on page 2.
Links to various HD Voice resources are also included, including to demonstration sites, blogs, and other references.
Related charts (world map showing where mobile HD Voice commercial services are launched, and graphic of compatible devices) are available at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4 and also as higher quality PDF files via the links on the home page www.gsacom.com
Join the discussion by becoming a member of the GSA LinkedIN group at www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=2313721
A dedicated HD Voice subgroup has also been established with a growing membership
www.linkedin.com/groups?=&gid=3032759
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators, GSA and vendors, and public announcements as appropriate. Errors and omissions excepted.
Updates are welcome by email to info@gsacom.com
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A slide deck including dozens of recent announcements including facts and reports from mobile network operators worldwide confirm mobile broadband market successes, traffic and revenue growth enabled by WCDMA-HSPA systems, device trends, announcements by regulatory authorities including plans for spectrum auctions, and industry forecasts.
Published May 31, 2011
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A concise slide pack summarizing the main findings and analysis from GSA's latest surveys, reports and information papers on the status of 3GPP-based mobile broadband networks and user devices, covering WCDMA-HSPA, HSPA+ and LTE technologies.
Published May 27, 2011
Download all the referenced reports via the links on www.gsacom.com
Related charts and maps also available at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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Improving network efficiencies and evolution of data throughput performance (downlink and uplink) are key trends which are tracked and regularly reported on by GSA. This Information Paper provides an update of current 3GPP mobile broadband systems capabilities, performance and their evolution path, and supporting eco-systems, drawing upon results and data from the latest related GSA surveys, reports and information papers covering WCDMA-HSPA, HSPA Evolution (HSPA+), UMTS900, EDGE and EDGE Evolution, LTE and LTE-Advanced technologies.
Published May 19, 2011 by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA)
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This Fact Sheet summarizes the key facts and statistics from various reports published recently by the GSA. The reports are available to registered site users as free downloads - log in first, and locate the report you require via the links on the home page www.gsacom.com
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This update of the GSA Evolution to LTE report confirms 154 firm LTE network deployments are planned or in progress in 60 countries, including 20 networks which have commercially launched. A further 54 operators in 20 more countries are engaged in LTE technology pilot trials or tests, ahead of formal commitments to deploy networks for commercial service (these are referred to as pre-commitment trials).
Taken together, it means that 208 operators in 80 countries are now investing in LTE.
LTE is the fastest developing mobile system technology ever.
98 more operators are investing in LTE deployments or trials compared to June 2010. The number of countries where LTE systems are deployed or planned has increased by 32 in the same period.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), and provides a concise update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, Voice over LTE developments, some recent industry forecasts regarding LTE, standardization activities including LTE-Advanced, and more.
Published May 11, 2011
This rev1 version was posted to the GSA website on May 20, 2011 and now quotes the re-scheduled Lightsquared commercial LTE service launch date (page 5), amends the text regarding Poland (page 14), re-orders the entries in the LTE TDD table (page 18), and updates the table of LTE Operator commitments in view of the Lightsquared update (page 20).
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Source of data: GSA Evolution to LTE report dated May 11, 2011
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Chart showing the regional distribution of 154 LTE network operator commitments worldwide, in PDF file format, based on the information contained in the latest Evolution to LTE report published by GSA on May 11, 2011.
This chart is also available as a downloadable JPEG file at www.gsacom.com//downloads/charts/Global_LTE_Commitments.php4
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A convenient chart listing all 208 operator investments in LTE, comprizing 154 firm network commitments and 54 pre-commitment trials, in PDF file format, based on the information contained in the latest Evolution to LTE report published by GSA on May 11, 2011 rev1.
This chart is also available as a downloadable JPEG file at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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Compiled using data from mobile broadband networks and devices surveys researched and published by GSA up to April 26, 2011:
* WCDMA networks
* HSPA networks
* HSPA+ networks
* UMTS900 networks
* HSPA and HSPA+ devices
All of the above-mentioned surveys are downloadable via the links on the home page www.gsacom.com
This wallchart is also available as a JPEG file e.g. for importing into presentations and reports (use is free and subject to accreditation to GSA as the source), and is downloadable from the GSM/3G stats/charts page www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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The data used for producing this analysis and chart comes from the HSPA Operator Commitments report published by GSA on April 8, 2011.
This chart is also available as a downloadable JPEG file from www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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This Fact Sheet summarizes the key facts and statistics from various reports published recently by the GSA. The reports are available to registered site users as free downloads - log in first, and locate the report you require via the links on the home page www.gsacom.com
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This map shows those countries where mobile HD Voice service is commercially launched worldwide, drawing upon data from GSA's Mobile HD Voice report (April 26, 2011) which is also available at www.gsacom.com
This map is also available as a JPEG file on page www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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HD Voice based on the AMR (Adaptive Multi Rate) Wideband technology (W-AMR) enables high-quality voice calls in mobile networks and an improved user experience. It provides significantly higher voice quality for calls between mobile phones supporting the feature, and can be implemented in GSM and WCDMA (UMTS) networks. The higher voice quality of HD Voice improves the call experience and allows people to better share feelings, do business and communicate information. HD Voice can help operators to clearly differentiate their offerings and can enable high quality services to voice dependent business like call center services, information services, emergency services etc.
This chart summarizes the rapidly improving Mobile HD Voice user device eco-system for use on 3G/UMTS (i.e. WCDMA-HSPA) networks, identifying 30 commercially launched products (note that activation of the required W-AMR codec may be operator-specific in some markets)
This chart is also available as a small JPEG file at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
Join the discussion by becoming a member of the GSA LinkedIN group at www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=2313721
An HD Voice subgroup has also been established with a growing membership: www.linkedin.com/groups?=&gid=3032759
Updates are welcome by email to info@gsacom.com
Source of data: GSA: Mobile HD Voice: Global Update report (available via the link on www.gsacom.com)
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Updated report from the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) published on April 26, 2011 (and re-issued as April 26, 2011 rev1) providing a comprehensive overview of the momentum towards deploying 3G/WCDMA-HSPA systems in the 900 MHz band (UMTS900) for mobile broadband services, showing the benefits and opportunities of deployment of HSPA at lower frequencies, the rapidly developing regulatory position enabling the re-farming of 900 MHz spectrum for mobile broadband services, status of technical standards, UMTS900 service launches, network deployment activities and trials worldwide, and confirming the excellent and rapidly growing availability of UMTS900-compatible user devices, with today 618 UMTS900 devices launched, including 71 UMTS900 devices which support HSPA+.
Updates for future updates of this report, particularly from regulators, network operators, and suppliers, are welcome. Please send by email to info@gsacom.com
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators, GSA and infrastructure vendors, GSA and regulatory authorities, and public announcements as appropriate. Errors and omissions excepted.
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HD Voice based on the AMR (Adaptive Multi Rate) Wideband technology (W-AMR) enables high-quality voice calls in mobile networks and an improved user experience. It provides significantly higher voice quality for calls between mobile phones supporting the feature, and can be implemented in GSM, WCDMA (UMTS), and LTE networks. The higher voice quality of HD Voice improves the call experience and allows people to better share feelings, do business and communicate information. HD Voice can help operators to clearly differentiate their offerings and can enable high quality services to voice dependent business like call center services, information services, emergency services etc.
This updated report outlines the opportunities and benefits of deploying HD Voice service, gives an update overview on network deployment commitments and service launches globally (to April 26, 2011), and confirms the expanding range of HD Voice-capable phones which are available on the market. An increasing number of devices are now being shipped with the HD Voice feature activated as the default.
Links to various HD Voice resources are also included, including to demonstration sites, blogs, and other references.
Related charts (world map showing where mobile HD Voice commercial services are launched, and graphic of compatible devices) are available at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4 and also as higher quality PDF files via the links on the home page www.gsacom.com
Join the discussion by becoming a member of the GSA LinkedIN group at www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=2313721
A dedicated HD Voice subgroup has also been established with a growing membership
www.linkedin.com/groups?=&gid=3032759
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators, GSA and vendors, and public announcements as appropriate. Errors and omissions excepted.
Updates are welcome by email to info@gsacom.com
*****RECOMMENDED TUTORIAL ON HD VOICE AMR WIDEBAND TECHNOLOGY*****
www.ericsson.com/ourportfolio/ericsson-academy/hd-voice
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GSA presents the Key Findings from its latest HSPA Devices survey which was completed on April 21, 2011.
The survey confirms that 3,071 HSPA-enabled user devices are launched in the market by 262 suppliers, comprising handsets, smartphones, PC datacards and modules, HSPA-enabled notebooks, netbooks and tablets, USB modems, wireless routers, Personal Media Players, femtocells, e-book readers, mobile tablets, and cameras. A total of 722 HSPA devices were launched in the past 12 months, representing annual growth of over 30%. Peak downlink speeds range from 1.8 Mbps up to 84 Mbps.
144 HSPA Evolution (HSPA+) products are included, including 45 devices which support 42 Mbps (DC-HSPA+) peak downlink capability.
53 dual-mode HSPA-LTE devices have been launched (LTE devices which fall back to EV-DO for example, but not HSPA, and single LTE mode devices are excluded from this figure).
There is a clear trend of increasing speeds in both downlink and uplink directions. The growth in smartphone products is again strongly evident with many more devices supporting navigation functionality and WLAN connectivity.
The survey also confirms that 1,069 HSUPA-capable products are now launched in the market, representing over 75% annual growth.
Support for all 3G spectrum bands is strongly evident in the survey, not only for the widely-deployed 2100 MHz frequency band, but also for 850 MHz band operation in support of mobile broadband markets in Australia, the Americas, and Asia, plus HSPA devices operating in the 1900 MHz and AWS bands as also used in the Americas. The significantly improving availability of UMTS900 (HSPA) devices is also highlighted, with 618 products now launched (almost double the number of products in the market one year ago).
The survey also identified growth in the number of HSPA user devices which incorporate Wideband AMR technology (W-AMR)for HD Voice service. Operators are giving HD Voice increasing attention with commercial services on several networks now launched. This survey lists HSPA devices which support the HD Voice feature.
More comprehensive analysis, personalized to individual needs, can be undertaken by registered users of GSA member organizations and network operators using GAMBOD (GSA Analyzer for Mobile Broadband Devices) www.gsacom.com/gambod
GAMBOD is a search and analysis tool developed by GSA for HSPA devices, allowing searches by supplier, form factor, features, peak downlink and uplink speeds, and operating frequency. Results are presented as a list, or as a spreadsheet, or in charts. An RSS feed can be used to alert when new devices are added to the database. Charts may be inserted into documents or presentations, subject to accreditation of GSA as the source.
GAMBOD is available for use only by GSA website registered users whom GSA has categorized as being from mobile network operators or from GSA member organizations.
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This updated report summarizes the global status of HSPA+ (HSPA Evolution) network commitments, deployments and commercial launches, according to the latest research by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) which was completed and published on April 8, 2011.
In this report, GSA confirms that 173 operators in 77 countries have committed to HSPA+ network deployments. There are 123 HSPA+ systems now in commercial service in 65 countries. The report lists every HSPA+ operator commitment, network deployment and commercial launch and is a free download to registered site users. The report confirms that 30% of HSPA operators have commercially launched HSPA+.
HSPA+ is a mainstream system technology for delivering mobile broadband services across the world.
The future evolution path is explained and firm operator commitments to further evolutionary steps are identified in the report.
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators, GSA and infrastructure vendors, and public announcements as appropriate. Errors and omissions excepted.
Numerous HSPA and HSPA+ related charts, graphics etc. are available for download and use at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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This is the latest report by GSA on HSPA network operator commitments, deployments, commercial launches, and trends including evolution, published on April 8, 2011.
The report lists all HSPA and HSPA+ network commitments, deployments and launches worldwide according to GSA research.
HSPA - Key Facts:
* 429 HSPA operator network commitments in 167 countries/territories
* 398 commercial networks launched in 160 countries
* Over 99% of commercial WCDMA operators have also commercially launched HSPA service
* 272 commercial HSDPA networks (over 68%) support 7.2 Mbps peak or higher downlink speeds
* 164 operators have committed to HSUPA including 155 HSUPA operators commercially launched in 73 countries
* 173 HSPA+ network commitments in 77 countries, including 123 HSPA+ networks commercially launched in 65 countries
* GSA forecasts at least 150 commercial HSPA+ systems in commercial operation by end 2011
* 23 commercial DC-HSPA+ networks support 42 Mbps peak downlink today plus another 36 commitments
* 311 out of 429 HSPA network operator commitments (over 72%) have also committed to EDGE deployment
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators, GSA and infrastructure vendors, and public announcements as appropriate up to April 8, 2011. Errors and omissions excepted.
Numerous HSPA-related charts and maps are available and may be downloaded and used, with accreditation to GSA as the source. See www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
See the related GSA report "Global HSPA+ Network Commitments and Deployments (April 8, 2011)" for additional details on worldwide HSPA+ network deployments, launches, evolution roadmap - available also as a free download via the link on the home page www.gsacom.com
Archive of earlier reports available at www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/wcdma_databank.php4
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April 8, 2011 - [1008.9 KB]
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This latest report update (April 8, 2011) confirms that 400 commercial WCDMA operators are now launched in 161 countries.
The survey also confirms that 398 operators i.e. 99.5% of WCDMA operators have evolved their networks to HSPA - High Speed Packet Access, for delivering mobile broadband services. A total of 103 commercial HSPA+ networks have been commercially launched. More detailed information about HSDPA and HSUPA deployments including individual commercial launches is provided in the related "HSPA Operator Commitments" survey by GSA, also dated April 8, 2011, and available on www.gsacom.com
A related report on HSPA+ deployments and launches is also available at www.gsacom.com
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators, GSA and infrastructure vendors, and public announcements as appropriate. Errors and omissions excepted.
Several WCDMA and HSPA related charts and maps are available and may be downloaded and used, with accreditation to GSA as the source, see www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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March 24, 2011 - [1.8 MB]
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This update of the GSA Evolution to LTE report confirms 140 firm LTE network deployments are planned or in progress in 56 countries, including 17 systems which have commercially launched. A further 56 operators in 19 more countries are engaged in LTE pilot trials or technology tests, ahead of formal commitments to commercial service deployment (these are referred to as pre-commitment trials).
Taken together, it means that 196 operators in 75 countries are now investing in LTE.
The number of operators investing in LTE deployments or trials has increased by more than 120% over the past 12 months. The number of countries where LTE systems are deployed or planned has increased by 78% in the same period.
LTE operator commitments are developing faster than they did for HSPA, which until now had been the fastest developing mobile system. The number of firm LTE network deployments planned or in progress today i.e. 140 is 118% higher than one year ago.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), and provides a concise update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, Voice over LTE developments, some recent industry forecasts regarding LTE, and official designation by the ITU of LTE-Advanced as an IMT-Advanced system standard.
Published March 24, 2011
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March 24, 2011 - [316.8 KB]
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Source of data: GSA Evolution to LTE report dated March 24, 2011
Also available as a JPEG file at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
The map is free to use subject to accrediting GSA and website www.gsacom.com as the source
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Map showing the regional distribution of 140 LTE network operator commitments worldwide, in PDF file format, based on the information contained in the latest Evolution to LTE report published by GSA on March 24, 2011.
This map is also available as a downloadable JPEG file at www.gsacom.com//downloads/charts/Global_LTE_Commitments.php4
The map is free to use subject to accrediting GSA and website www.gsacom.com as the source
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March 16, 2011 - [929.8 KB]
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Deployment of LTE systems is the main industry direction, and the major trend in 2011.
This updated report, which was researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) on March 16, 2011 confirms that a robust support ecosystem for LTE is rapidly establishing. The research identified a total of 98 LTE User Devices launched in the market, including announcements made at the MWC and CeBit 2011 trade events. Several products are already in commercial service, and there are many more products in the pipeline. This strong support and high level of activity is clear evidence of how the devices manufacturing sector is supporting the drive by operators to increase network capacity and ensure the very best user experience of mobile broadband services.
The report "Status of the LTE Ecosystem" lists every user device by manufacturer, model and form factor, and states the operating frequency where known (TBC indicates where details are to be confirmed). Most devices are designed to ensure ubiquitous mobile broadband coverage by supporting existing mobile network technologies - i.e. dual mode working. The report confirms where additional modes are supported, indicating support for HSPA, HSPA+ and/or EV-DO, TD-SCDMA etc. as appropriate.
The total LTE ecosystem includes reference designs, chipsets, platforms, test sets and more, however these components are generally outside the scope of this report, which focuses on user devices at this present time. br/>
Updates and other inputs from the industry are welcome and appreciated - by email please to info@gsacom.com
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This material may be used subject to accreditation to the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) as the source.
Errors and Omissions Excepted.
For information on LTE operator commitments, network deployments, launches, trials, regulatory and market developments please refer to GSA's "Evolution to LTE" report which is available via the link on the home page.
Numerous charts, maps etc. concerning mobile broadband devlopment including LTE are available at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
LTE1800 LinkedIN group: www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=3129390
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HD Voice based on the AMR (Adaptive Multi Rate) Wideband technology (W-AMR) enables high-quality voice calls in mobile networks and an improved user experience. It provides significantly higher voice quality for calls between mobile phones supporting the feature, and can be implemented in GSM, WCDMA (UMTS), and LTE networks. The higher voice quality of HD Voice improves the call experience and allows people to better share feelings, do business and communicate information. HD Voice can help operators to clearly differentiate their offerings and can enable high quality services to voice dependent business like call center services, information services, emergency services etc.
This updated report outlines the opportunities and benefits of deploying HD Voice service, gives an update overview on network deployment commitments and service launches globally (to March 9, 2011), and confirms the expanding range of HD Voice-capable phones which are available on the market. An increasing number of devices are now being shipped with the HD Voice feature activated as the default.
Links to various HD Voice resources are also included, including to demonstration sites, blogs, and other references.
Related charts (world map showing where mobile HD Voice commercial services are launched, and graphic of compatible devices) are available at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4 and also as higher quality PDF files via the links on the home page www.gsacom.com
Join the discussion by becoming a member of the GSA LinkedIN group at www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=2313721
A dedicated HD Voice subgroup has also been established with a growing membership
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This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators, GSA and vendors, and public announcements as appropriate. Errors and omissions excepted.
Updates are welcome by email to info@gsacom.com
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Updated report from the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) published on March 1, 2011 providing a comprehensive overview of the momentum towards deploying 3G/WCDMA-HSPA systems in the 900 MHz band (i.e. UMTS900, also referred to as WCDMA900) for mobile broadband services, showing the benefits and opportunities of deployment of HSPA at lower frequencies, the rapidly developing regulatory position encouraging the re-farming of 900 MHz spectrum for mobile broadband services, status of technical standards, UMTS900 service launches, network deployment activities and trials worldwide, and confirming the excellent and rapidly growing availability of UMTS900-compatible user devices.
Updates - particularly from regulators, network operators, and suppliers are welcome by email to info@gsacom.com
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators, GSA and infrastructure vendors, GSA and regulatory authorities, and public announcements as appropriate. Errors and omissions excepted.
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February 24, 2011 - [4.7 MB]
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Includes dozens of recent announcements including facts and reports from mobile network operators worldwide confirm mobile broadband market successes, traffic and revenue growth enabled by WCDMA-HSPA systems, device trends, announcements by regulatory authorities including plans for spectrum auctions, and industry forecasts.
Published February 24, 2011
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This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA). Errors and omissions excepted.
Comments and updates are welcome and should be sent to the GSA Secretariat email info@gsacom.com
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February 18, 2011 - [1.4 MB]
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Improving network efficiencies and evolution of data throughput performance (downlink and uplink) are key trends which are tracked and regularly reported on by GSA. This Information Paper provides an update of current 3GPP mobile broadband systems capabilities, performance and their evolution path, and supporting eco-systems, drawing upon results and data from the latest related GSA surveys, reports and information papers covering WCDMA-HSPA, HSPA Evolution (HSPA+), UMTS900, EDGE and EDGE Evolution, LTE, and LTE-Advanced technologies.
Published February 18, 2011 by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA)
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February 9, 2011 - [536.4 KB]
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Deployment of LTE systems is the main industry direction, and the major trend in 2011.
This new report, which was researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) on February 9, 2011 confirms that a robust support ecosystem for LTE is rapidly establishing. The research identified a total of 63 LTE User Devices launched in the market. Several products are already in commercial service, and there are many more products in the pipeline. This strong support and high level of activity is clear evidence of how the devices manufacturing sector is supporting the drive by operators to increase network capacity and ensure the very best user experience of mobile broadband services.
The report "Status of the LTE Ecosystem" lists every user device by manufacturer, model and form factor, and states the operating frequency where known (TBC indicates where details are to be confirmed). Most devices are designed to ensure ubiquitous mobile broadband coverage by supporting existing mobile network technologies - i.e. dual mode working. The report confirms where additional modes are supported, indicating support for HSPA, HSPA+ and/or EV-DO as appropriate.
The total LTE ecosystem includes reference designs, chipsets, platforms, test sets and more, however these developments are outside the scope of this report, which focuses on user devices. br/>
Updates and other inputs from the industry are welcome and appreciated - by email please to info@gsacom.com
Copyright of Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) - 2011
This material may be used subject to accreditation to the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) as the source.
Errors and Omissions Excepted.
For information on LTE operator commitments, network deployments, launches, trials, regulatory and market developments please refer to GSA's "Evolution to LTE" report which is available via the link on the home page.
Numerous charts, maps etc. concerning mobile broadband devlopment including LTE are available at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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February 8, 2011 - [530.6 KB]
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WCDMA-HSPA mobile broadband wallchart - February 2011
Compiled using data from mobile broadband networks and devices surveys researched and published by GSA up to February 7, 2011:
* WCDMA networks
* HSPA networks
* HSPA+ networks
* UMTS900 networks
* HSPA and HSPA+ devices
All of the above-mentioned surveys are downloadable via the links on the home page www.gsacom.com
This wallchart is also available as a JPEG file e.g. for importing into presentations and reports (use is free and subject to accreditation to GSA as the source), and is downloadable from the GSM/3G stats/charts page www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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February 3, 2011 - [255.4 KB]
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LTE operator commitments are developing faster than they did for HSPA, which until now had been the fastest developing mobile communications system.
By comparing the number of operator commitments 6 months and 12 months after first commercial system launches for HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+ and LTE respectively, LTE proves to be the fastest developing mobile communications system technology ever.
Press release: www.gsacom.com/news/gsa_315.php4
The data used for producing this analysis and chart comes from various GSA reports on network deployments, commitments and launches.
This chart is also available as a downloadable JPEG file from www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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February 2, 2011 - [1.1 MB]
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HD Voice based on the AMR (Adaptive Multi Rate) Wideband technology (W-AMR) enables high-quality voice calls in mobile networks and an improved user experience. It provides significantly higher voice quality for calls between mobile phones supporting the feature, and can be implemented in GSM and WCDMA (UMTS) networks. The higher voice quality of HD Voice improves the call experience and allows people to better share feelings, do business and communicate information. HD Voice can help operators to clearly differentiate their offerings and can enable high quality services to voice dependent business like call center services, information services, emergency services etc.
This updated report outlines the opportunities and benefits of deploying HD Voice service, gives an update overview on network deployment commitments and service launches globally (to February 2, 2011), and confirms the expanding range of HD Voice-capable phones which are available on the market. (Rev 1 of this report was uploaded on February 4, 2011 which references the Alcatel OT-981A Tribe phone which was offered at launch of the HD Voice service by WIND Mobile)
A map showing which countries have commercially launched mobile HD Voice services is available (JPEG file) at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
Join the discussion by becoming a member of the GSA LinkedIN group at www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=2313721
A dedicated HD Voice subgroup has also been established with a growing membership.
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators, GSA and vendors, and public announcements as appropriate. Errors and omissions excepted.
Updates are welcome by email to info@gsacom.com
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January 24, 2011 - [796.6 KB]
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This updated report summarizes the global status of HSPA+ (HSPA Evolution) network commitments, deployments and commercial launches, according to the latest research by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) which was completed and published on January 24, 2011.
In this report, GSA confirms that 148 operators in 67 countries have committed to HSPA+ network deployments. There are 103 HSPA+ systems now in commercial service in 57 countries. The report lists every HSPA+ network commitment, deployment and launch and is a free download to registered site users.
The report confirms that HSPA+ has entered the mainstream, highlighting that more than 1 in 4 HSPA operators have commercially launched the HSPA+ upgrade.
The future evolution path is explained and firm operator commitments to further evolutionary steps are identified in the report.
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators, GSA and infrastructure vendors, and public announcements as appropriate. Errors and omissions excepted.
Numerous HSPA and HSPA+ related charts, graphics etc. are available for download and use at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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January 24, 2011 - [206.5 KB]
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The data used for producing this analysis and chart comes from the HSPA Operator Commitments report published by GSA on January 24, 2011.
This chart is also available as a downloadable JPEG file from www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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January 12, 2011 - [1.8 MB]
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This update of the GSA Evolution to LTE report confirms 128 firm LTE network deployments are planned or in progress in 52 countries, including 17 systems which have commercially launched. A further 52 operators are engaged in LTE pilot trials or technology tests, ahead of formal commitments to commercial service deployment (these are referred to as pre-commitment trials).
Taken together, it means that 180 operators in 70 countries are now investing in LTE.
The number of operators investing in LTE deployments or trials has increased by more than 140% over the past 12 months. The number of countries where LTE systems are deployed or planned has increased by 85% in the same period.
LTE operator commitments are developing faster than they did for HSPA, which until now had been the fastest developing mobile system.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), and provides a concise update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, Voice over LTE developments, some recent industry forecasts regarding LTE, and official designation by the ITU of LTE-Advanced as an IMT-Advanced system standard.
Published January 12, 2011
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January 12, 2011 - [262.5 KB]
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Map showing the regional distribution of 128 LTE network operator commitments worldwide, in PDF file format, based on the information contained in the latest Evolution to LTE report published by GSA on January 12, 2011.
This map is also available as a downloadable JPEG file at www.gsacom.com//downloads/charts/Global_LTE_Commitments.php4
The map is free to use subject to accrediting GSA and website www.gsacom.com as the source
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January 12, 2011 - [316.5 KB]
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Source of data: GSA Evolution to LTE report dated January 12, 2011
Also available as a JPEG file at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
The map is free to use subject to accrediting GSA and website www.gsacom.com as the source
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December 17, 2010 - [1.1 MB]
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HD voice based on the AMR (Adaptive Multi Rate) Wideband technology (W-AMR) enables high-quality voice calls in mobile networks and an improved user experience. It provides significantly higher voice quality for calls between mobile phones supporting the feature, and can be implemented in GSM and WCDMA (UMTS) networks. The higher voice quality of HD voice improves the call experience and allows people to better share feelings, do business and communicate information. HD voice can help operators to clearly differentiate their offerings and can enable high quality services to voice dependent business like call center services, information services, emergency services etc.
This updated report outlines the opportunities and benefits of deploying HD voice service, gives an update overview on network deployment commitments and service launches globally (to December 17, 2010), and confirms the wide range of HD voice-capable phones which are now available on the market.
Join the discussion by becoming a member of the GSA LinkedIN group at www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=2313721
A dedicated HD Voice subgroup has also been established with a growing membership.
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators, GSA and vendors, and public announcements as appropriate. Errors and omissions excepted.
Updates are welcome by email to info@gsacom.com
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December 10, 2010 - [4.4 MB]
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Includes dozens of recent announcements including facts and reports from mobile network operators worldwide confirm mobile broadband market successes, traffic and revenue growth enabled by WCDMA-HSPA systems, device trends, announcements by regulatory authorities including plans for spectrum auctions, and industry forecasts.
Published December 10, 2010
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This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA). Errors and omissions excepted.
Comments and updates are welcome and should be sent to the GSA Secretariat email info@gsacom.com
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November 24, 2010 - [805 KB]
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HD voice based on the AMR (Adaptive Multi Rate) Wideband technology (W-AMR) enables high-quality voice calls in mobile networks and an improved user experience. It provides significantly higher voice quality for calls between mobile phones supporting the feature, and can be implemented in GSM and WCDMA (UMTS) networks. The higher voice quality of HD voice improves the call experience and allows people to better share feelings, do business and communicate information. HD voice can help operators to clearly differentiate their offerings and can enable high quality services to voice dependent business like call center services, information services, emergency services etc.
This updated report outlines the opportunities and benefits of deploying HD voice service, provides an update on network deployment commitments and service launches globally (to November 24, 2010), and confirms several HD voice-capable user devices which are available on the market.
Join the discussion - become a member of the GSA LinkedIN group at www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=2313721
A dedicated HD Voice subgroup is available.
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators, GSA and vendors, and public announcements as appropriate. Errors and omissions excepted.
Updates are welcome by email to info@gsacom.com
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November 22, 2010 - [508.8 KB]
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Compiled using data from the networks and devices surveys researched and published by GSA up to November 4,2010:
* WCDMA networks
* HSPA networks
* HSPA+ networks
* UMTS900 networks
* HSPA devices
All of the above-mentioned surveys are downloadable via the links on the home page www.gsacom.com
This wallchart is also available as a JPEG file e.g. for importing into presentations and reports (with accreditation to GSA as the source), and is downloadable from the GSM/3G stats/charts page www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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November 16, 2010 - [861.5 KB]
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HD voice based on the AMR (Adaptive Multi Rate) Wideband technology (W-AMR) enables high-quality voice calls in mobile networks and an improved user experience. It provides significantly higher voice quality for calls between mobile phones supporting the feature, and can be implemented in GSM and WCDMA (UMTS) networks. The higher voice quality of HD voice improves the call experience and allows people to better share feelings, do business and communicate information. HD voice can help operators to clearly differentiate their offerings and can enable high quality services to voice dependent business like call center services, information services, emergency services etc.
This updated report outlines the opportunities and benefits of deploying HD voice service, provides an update on network deployment commitments and service launches globally (to November 16, 2010), and confirms which HD voice-capable user devices are available on the market.
Join the discussion - become a member of the GSA LinkedIN group at www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=2313721
A dedicated HD Voice subgroup is available.
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators, GSA and vendors, and public announcements as appropriate. Errors and omissions excepted.
Updates are welcome by email to info@gsacom.com
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LTE by the Numbers: A Statistical Analysis of Deployment Plans
Presentation by Stéphane Téral, Principal Analyst, Mobile and FMC Infrastructure
Infonetics Research - October 2010
Drawing upon operator commitments data contained in GSA's Evolution to LTE report published August 26, 2010 - this presentation provides a condensed statistical report of aggregated data collected through a worldwide survey by Infonetics Research of 18 mobile operators either trialing or deploying LTE:
* covers LTE FDD and TDD deployments
* considers the evolution paths to LTE
* preferred platform for voice over LTE
Based on the presentation given at Mobile Broadband Forum, Lisbon, Portugal on October 13, 2010 (organized by Hansecom Media & Communication)
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November 9, 2010 - [1.1 MB]
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Updated report from the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) published on November 9, 2010, providing a comprehensive overview of the momentum towards deploying 3G/WCDMA-HSPA systems in the 900 MHz band (i.e. UMTS900, also referred to as WCDMA900) for mobile broadband services, showing the benefits and opportunities of deployment of HSPA at lower frequencies, the rapidly developing regulatory position encouraging the re-farming of 900 MHz spectrum for mobile broadband services, status of technical standards, UMTS900 service launches, network deployment activities and trials worldwide, and confirming the excellent and rapidly growing availability of UMTS900-compatible user devices.
Updates - particularly from regulators, network operators, and suppliers are welcome by email to info@gsacom.com
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators, GSA and infrastructure vendors, GSA and regulatory authorities, and public announcements as appropriate. Errors and omissions excepted.
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November 5, 2010 - [1.7 MB]
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Digital Dividend refers to the UHF spectrum that becomes freed up as a result of the switchover from analog to digital terrestrial TV
Digital Dividend offers an unprecedented amount of spectrum which can be utilized for extending mobile broadband services to all, including to the most rural areas, and to speed up rollout. By applying the Digital Dividend for mobile broadband services, enormous benefits will ensue around the world in terms of social impact and increased productivity.
This report provides an update of the present situation around the world regarding the Digital Dividend opportunity.
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators, GSA and vendors, and public announcements as appropriate. Errors and omissions excepted.
Updates are welcome by email to info@gsacom.com
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October 29, 2010 - [776 KB]
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This updated report summarizes the global status of HSPA+ (HSPA Evolution) network commitments, deployments and commercial launches, according to the latest research by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) which was completed and published on October 29, 2010.
GSA confirms that 136 operators in 63 countries have committed to HSPA+ network deployments. There are 81 HSPA+ systems in commercial service in 48 countries. The future evolution path is explained and firm operator commitments are identified.
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators, GSA and infrastructure vendors, and public announcements as appropriate. Errors and omissions excepted.
Numerous HSPA and HSPA+ related charts, graphics etc. are available for download and use at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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October 27, 2010 - [1.6 MB]
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GSA Report to 3GPP PCG25 meeting, Seongnam-city, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
This short report was presented on behalf of GSA by Mr Jonas Sundborg at 3GPP PCG meeting #25, Seongnam-city, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea (October 27, 2010), and covers the following topics:
* Mobile broadband update – including uptake of LTE
* GSA-organized seminars: Asia, Europe
* On-line survey
GSA (Global mobile Suppliers Association) is a Market Representation Partner of 3GPP since 1999
3GPP website: www.3gpp.org
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Map showing the regional distribution of LTE network operator commitments worldwide, in PDF file format, based on the information contained in the latest Evolution to LTE report published by GSA on October 26, 2010.
This map is also available as a downloadable JPEG file at www.gsacom.com//downloads/charts/Global_LTE_Commitments.php4
The map is free to use subject to accrediting GSA and website www.gsacom.com as the source.
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October 26, 2010 - [1.5 MB]
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This update of the GSA Evolution to LTE report confirms 113 firm LTE network deployments are planned or in progress in 46 countries, including 7 systems which have commercially launched. A further 43 operators are engaged in LTE pilot trials or technology tests, ahead of formal commitments to commercial service deployment (these are referred to as pre-commitment trials).
Taken together, it means that 156 operators in 64 countries are now investing in LTE and have either firmly committed to deploy LTE systems, or are engaged in trials or other planning activities.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), and provides a concise update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, spectrum requirements and developments, Voice over LTE developments, some industry forecasts regarding LTE, and the recent announcement from ITU which confirms the future evolution of LTE as an ITU IMT-Advanced standard.
Published October 26, 2010
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Source of data: GSA Evolution to LTE report dated October 26, 2010
Also available as a JPEG file at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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October 21, 2010 - [3.9 MB]
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Dozens of recent announcements including facts and reports from mobile network operators worldwide confirm mobile broadband market successes, traffic and revenue growth enabled by WCDMA-HSPA systems, device trends, and industry forecasts
Published October 21, 2010
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This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing Company reports and public announcements as appropriate. Errors and omissions excepted.
Updates are welcome and should be sent to the GSA Secretariat email info@gsacom.com
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October 15, 2010 - [1.9 MB]
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Mobile Broadband Status Report:
Contents:
* About the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA)
* The mobile broadband success story
* HSPA, HSPA+ network commitments, deployments, launches
* Availability of devices and segmentation
* LTE network commitments, deployments, prospects: FDD and TDD
* Spectrum for mobile broadband services
- New: 2.6 GHz, and Digital Dividend
- Re-farmed bands: e.g. 1800 MHz (LTE1800)
* Beyond flat-rate: business model innvoation
* Mobile broadband reports and other resources
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September 30, 2010 - [1.2 MB]
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Improving network efficiencies and evolution of data throughput performance (downlink and uplink) are key trends. This Information Paper provides an update of current 3GPP mobile broadband systems capabilities, performance and their evolution path, and supporting eco-systems, all drawing upon results and data from the latest related GSA surveys, reports and information papers covering WCDMA-HSPA, HSPA Evolution (HSPA+), UMTS900, EDGE Evolution, LTE, and LTE-Advanced technologies.
Published September 30, 2010 by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA)
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HD voice based on the AMR (Adaptive Multi Rate) Wideband technology (W-AMR) enables high-quality voice calls in mobile networks and an improved user experience. It provides significantly higher voice quality for calls between mobile phones supporting the feature, and can be implemented in GSM and WCDMA (UMTS) networks. The higher voice quality of HD voice improves the call experience and allows people to better share feelings, do business and communicate information. HD voice can help operators to clearly differentiate their offerings and can enable high quality services to voice dependent business like call center services, information services, emergency services etc.
This updated report outlines the opportunities and benefits of deploying HD voice service, provides an update on network deployment commitments and service launches globally (to September 30, 2010), and confirms which HD voice-capable user devices are available on the market.
Join the discussion - become a member of the GSA LinkedIN group at www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=2313721
A dedicated HD Voice subgroup has been established.
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators, GSA and vendors, and public announcements as appropriate. Errors and omissions excepted.
Updates are welcome by email to info@gsacom.com
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Based on data from several GSA surveys published up to September 26, 2010
* WCDMA networks
* HSPA networks
* HSPA+ networks
* UMTS900 networks
* HSPA devices
All of the above surveys are downloadable via the links on the home page www.gsacom.com
This wallchart is also available as a JPEG file e.g. for importing into presentations and reports, and is downloadable from the GSM/3G stats/charts page www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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This updated report summarizes the global status of HSPA+ (HSPA Evolution) network commitments, deployments and commercial launches, according to the latest research by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) which was completed and published on September 22, 2010.
GSA confirms that 127 operators in 59 countries have committed to HSPA+ network deployments. There are 73 HSPA+ systems in commercial service in 41 countries. The future evolution path is explained.
This survey was undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators, GSA and infrastructure vendors, and public announcements as appropriate. Errors and omissions excepted.
Numerous HSPA and HSPA+ related charts, graphics etc. are available for download and use at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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Updates welcome by email to info@gsacom.com
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Overview slide deck on LTE FDD and TDD, including the drivers, benefits, business opportunities, standardization, spectrum, network commitments, trials, planned launches, eco-system/devices, LTE-Advanced
This presentation draws upon the Evolution to LTE Information Paper published by GSA on August 26, 2010 (available at www.gsacom.com)
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Source of data: GSA Evolution to LTE report dated August 26, 2010
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This latest update to the GSA Evolution to LTE report confirms 101 firm LTE network deployments are planned or in progress in 41 countries, including 3 systems which have commercially launched (in Sweden, Norway, and Uzbekistan). A further 31 operators are engaged in LTE pilot trials or technology tests, ahead of formal commitments to commercial service deployment (these are referred to as pre-commitment trials). Taken together, it means that 132 operators in 56 countries are now investing in LTE who have either firmly committed to deploy LTE systems, or are engaged in trials or other planning activities.
The Evolution to LTE report, which covers both FDD and TDD modes, is researched and published by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), and provides a concise update of the business drivers, objectives and targets for LTE - Long Term Evolution and the evolved packet system, standardized by 3GPP and now in commercial service, including network operator commitments and deployment/launch plans, trials, the growing eco-system including device and platforms availability, performance and interoperability trials results including an update from LSTI, spectrum requirements and developments, an update on global certification testing activities(GCF), Voice over LTE requirements, some industry forecasts regarding LTE, and progress concerning the future evolution of LTE as an ITU IMT-Advanced standard.
Published August 26, 2010
(Note: rev 1 issued - the main change being to page 10)
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GSA endorses the following key conferences where mobile broadband including LTE will be discussed:
* GSA Mobile Broadband Forum (organized by GSA, Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation, and Hong Kong Wireless Development Centre), Hong Kong, September 6, 2010
Free to attend all-day seminar.
Program and registration details at http://www.gsacom.com/events/event_267.php4
* LTE Asia Congress (Informa Telecoms and Media), Hong Kong, September 7-8, 2010
http://asia.lteconference.com
* Mobile Broadband World (IIR Telecoms and Technology), London, September 27-29, 2010
Includes GSA Mobile Broadband Forum. This session will run on September 27 from 14.00 to 17.00 with breaks for refreshments. The Forum will feature the GSA’s most senior members and will provide insight into the development of Mobile Broadband.
For the latest program see www.gsacom.com/programs/mobilebroadband.php4
Download the brochure www.iir-telecoms.com/event/mobilebroadband
* Mobile Broadband Forum 2010 - combining the LTE Forum and the RCS Forum, Lisbon, October 12-15, 2010
For the full list of events supported by GSA see our Events page www.gsacom.com/events/index.php4
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An updated GSA Information Paper including featurs and benefits by deploying EDGE Evolution (Evolved EDGE) and reporting on the latest market developments. EDGE Evolution is a package of enhancements to GSM/EDGE networks which is standardized by 3GPP as part of Release 7, enabling enhanced bit-rates to over 1 Mbps peak, higher uplink performance, spectral efficiency improvements, reduced latency (round trip time) down to 80 ms, and the opportunity to generate ARPU growth. Published August 23, 2010.
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Errors and omissions excepted.
Updates are welcome and should be sent to the GSA Secretariat email info@gsacom.com
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Overview slide deck on HSPA+, explaining the evolution path, performance enhancements, user experience, network commitments, deployments, launches worldwide,and the growing eco-system of user devices.
This presentation draws upon the Global HSPA+ Network Commitments and Deployments information paper published by GSA on June 30, 2010 and the HSPA Devices Survey published by GSA on July 12, 2010.
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Overview presentation slide deck on HSPA, showing the status of operator commitments to HSPA, deployments and commercial launches, the evolution path to HSPA+, and the growing eco-system of user devices.
This presentation draws upon various GSA surveys published up to July 12, 2010 - details of which are referenced in this slide deck.
These surveys were undertaken wholly by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA), referencing information exchanges between GSA and mobile network operators, GSA and infrastructure vendors, and public announcements as appropriate, with our own analysis. Errors and omissions excepted.
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HSPA, HSPA+ and LTE Status Report
Presentation by Alan Hadden, President, GSA in the Next Generation Mobile Broadband programme
CommunicAsia 2010, Singapore, 15-18 June, 2010
Scope of presentation:
* About the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA)
* The mass market mobile broadband reality
* Network commitments, deployments, launches, subscriptions
* Availability of devices and segmentation
* HSPA Evolution (HSPA+) status worldwide
* LTE network commitments, deployments, prospects
* Spectrum for mobile broadband services
- New: 2.6 GHz, and Digital Dividend
- Re-farmed bands: e.g. 1800 MHz (LTE1800)
CommunicAsia 2010 Summit Next Generation Mobile Broadband programme
http://www.communicasia.com/next-generation-mobile-broadband.htm
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Presentation by T R Dua, Deputy Director General, COAI in the Next Generation Mobile Broadband Summit programme
CommunicAsia 2010, Singapore, 15-18 June, 2010
Scope of presentation:
* PRESENT STATUS OF INDIAN MOBILE INDUSTRY
* RECENT 3G & BWA AUCTIONS
* 3G AUCTION RESULTS
* BWA AUCTION RESULTS
* MOBILE BROADBAND FOR RURAL INDIA
* POTENTIAL APPLICATIONS
* LTE
* DIGITAL DIVIDEND BAND FOR MOBILE BROADBAND
Posted here with the permission of COAI
www.coai.in
CommunicAsia 2010 Summit Next Generation Mobile Broadband programme
http://www.communicasia.com/next-generation-mobile-broadband.htm
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Presentation by Ronny Haraldsvik, VP of Marketing, SpiderCloud Wireless Inc.
in the Next Generation Mobile Broadband Summit programme
CommunicAsia 2010, Singapore, 15-18 June, 2010
Scope of presentation:
The Rapid Growth of 3G Enabled Laptops, Smartphones and Other Devices Requires a Seamless Network Application Experience Between the Enterprise LAN and the Cellular Network. A scalable and private mobile network for the enterprise is presented.
CommunicAsia 2010 Summit Next Generation Mobile Broadband programme
www.communicasia.com/next-generation-mobile-broadband.htm
SpiderCloud Wireless Inc. is a member organization of GSA - more about the Company and other papers/information are available at www.gsacom.com/about/member_profile.php4?m=37
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Presentation by Dr Eetu Prieur, Elisa, Finland - May 18, 2010
at the LTE World Summit 2010, Amsterdam
Posted with the permission of the author
In this presentation, Elisa of Finland describes LTE1800 (LTE deployed in the 1800 MHz band) as promising and available for mass market in time.
The main motivation is that coverage is 2 x larger than when deploying LTE in the 2.6 GHz band. Also - terminal availability is estimated by Elisa to be 6 - 12 months after LTE2600, therefore not a real issue.
Join the discussion in the LTE1800 subgroup of the GSA Linked IN Group
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Presentation by Alan Hadden, President, Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA)
at LTE Russia and CIS 2010
Moscow, 25-26 May 2010
Organised by ComNews Conferences
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The LTE/SAE Trial Initiative (LSTI) is a global collaborative technology trial driven by vendors and network operator focused on accelerating the availability of commercial and inter-operable next generation LTE mobile broadband systems.
The latest results from LSTI are available in this presentation which was given by Martin Ljungberg, Ericsson, at the LTE World Summit in Amsterdam May 18-19, 2010. This presentation file has been provided to GSA by LSTI with their agreement for sharing with visitors to our website.
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How LTE will strengthen the user experience
Presentation by Alan Hadden, President, GSA (Global mobile Suppliers Association)
at the LTE Forum 2010, Stockholm
April 28, 2010
Organised by HanseCom Media & Communication www.hansecom.net
More about LTE Forum 2010 at www.lteforum2010.com
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The LTE/SAE Trial Initiative (LSTI) is a global collaborative technology trial driven by vendors and network operator focused on accelerating the availability of commercial and inter-operable next generation LTE mobile broadband systems.
The latest results from LSTI are available in this presentation, which has been provided to GSA with the agreement of LSTI for sharing with visitors to our website.
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Opinions expressed in the content posted here are the personal opinions of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect those of GSA. The content is provided for informational purposes only.
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The ICT sector has a vital role to play in the efforts towards reducing carbon emissions globally and can significantly contribute to overall energy savings across many sectors in the global economy. The mobile communications industry is strongly committed to tackling the issues contributing to climate change.
Mobile Industry Actions Towards Sustainability is the first paper published by GSA on environmental issues and provides an overview of a wide range of actions being undertaken by the mobile communications industry to become more energy efficient, and the focus on sustainability. A number of practical examples are described, highlighting a variety of measures which have been taken by the industry to reduce emissions, showing progress to date, and including proposals for achieving further reductions in the future.
Future papers by GSA on the theme of sustainability will focus in more detail on some of the individual issues raised in this paper.
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315 WCDMA networks have been commercially launched in 132 countries (December 4, 2009).
For a detailed listing of each of the 315 commercial WCDMA networks, please log in and download 3G/WCDMA-HSPA Launches Worldwide
www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/wcdma_databank.php4#3G_WCDMA_HSPA_Launches_Worldwide_041209
This wallchart is also availabled as a JPEG file on the GSM/3G stats/charts page
http://www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4
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The announcement by GSA of the 7.2 Mbps benchmark prompted the question from a number of industry players about what the next baseline might be, when, and why. In other words, what would be the mainstream mobile broadband technology capabilities – interpreted as meaning more than 100 networks in service, with a supporting eco-system of several hundred user devices in the market.
GSA launched an industry-wide global survey lasting 10 weeks, via its website and on the ground at conferences, etc. to obtain industry views first-hand, from operators, suppliers and other stakeholders in mobile broadband. The results are contained in this report.
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Press release: Industry predicts 21 Mbps to be next mobile broadband baseline – GSA survey
http://www.gsacom.com/news/gsa_286.php4
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October 8, 2009 - [3.5 MB]
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Presentation by Alan Hadden, President, GSA at the LTE Forum 2009, Lisbon, October 8th, 2009
More about LTE Forum 2009 at www.lteforum2009.com/eng/index-uk.php
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Presentation at LTE Forum 2009, Lisbon by Martin Ljungberg, Ericsson
Member of LTE/SAE Trial Initiative (LSTI)
www.lstiforum.org
The LTE/SAE Trial Initiative (LSTI) is a global, collaborative technology trial initiative focused on accelerating the availability of commercial and interoperable next generation LTE mobile broadband systems. The Initiative was formally launched in May 2007 by leading telecommunications companies. Since its inception LSTI has expanded to include 39 members.
This presentation provides an update of their important work, including progress on the Proof of Concept Activity for LTE FDD and TD LTE modes and the key results obtained, Interoperability Testing (IOT) and preparations for the Friendly Customer Trials.
Published by GSA with the kind permission of LTE/SAE Trial Initiative www.lstiforum.org
More about LTE Forum 2009 at www.lteforum2009.com/eng/index-uk.php
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Beyond Mobile Broadband
What Is LTE-Advanced and What Will It Offer to Your Network
Presentation by Peter Merz, Head Radio Systems, Nokia Siemens Networks
London, IIR conference - Mobile Broadband World 2009
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Presentation by Alan Hadden, President, GSA at the GSA Mobile Broadband Forum, London, September 22, 2009
Download other papers from the GSA Mobile Broadband Forum at www.gsacom.com/programs/mbf09.php4
More Information about the GSA Mobile Broadband Forum at www.gsacom.com/programs/mobilebroadband.php4
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The 3rd Generation (3G) was established by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) in a programme called IMT-2000 (International Mobile Telecommunications 2000). The Radio Sector of ITU (ITU-R) defined the performance characteristics, established a process for selection, and eventually accepted candidates as part of this family of standards, which included UTRA FDD (WCDMA). In looking to define the next i.e. 4th Generation it is logical that the ITU should again be responsible for establishing the process and ultimately deciding which candidates meet the minimum requirements for acceptance. The process commenced in early 2008 with the invitation to standardization bodies to prepare proposals which the ITU will consider during 2009. The end result will be publication of an ITU recommendation containing a description of the successful radio interface candidates. In parallel to this process, the full standardization of each candidate system will continue in bodies such as 3GPP, which is focusing on the evolution of LTE i.e. LTE-Advanced.
More information is available on the 3GPP website www.3gpp.org/article/lte-advanced
This document summarizes the key drivers and steps towards 4G with 3GPP LTE-Advanced, the timelines for standardization activities, key features and benefits.
Beyond Mobile Broadband; What Is LTE-Advanced & What Will It Offer to Your Network
Presentation given at IIR Mobile Broadband World 2009 by Peter Merz, Head Radio Systems, Nokia Siemens Networks
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Developing A Fully Inclusive Mobile Broadband Strategy: Bringing Mobile Broadband To Remote And Rural Areas
Presentation by Dr. Eetu Prieur, Elisa at IIR Mobile Broadband World, London, 2009
Elisa launched the world's first UMTS900 (HSPA) system in Finland in November 2007 and are now upgrading to HSPA+. In his presentation Dr Eetu Prieur explains why UMTS900 is a 100% clear go
Published with permission from Elisa
Related document: UMTS900 Operator Case Study - Elisa Finland, published by GSA in September 2008
www.gsacom.com/downloads/pdf/GSA_Elisa_UMTS900_Case_Study.php4
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Presentation by Alan Hadden, President, GSA at LTE Asia 2009
September 9, 2009
Scope of presentation:
* Introduction to GSA
* Status of the mobile broadband market worldwide
* Network commitments, deployments, launches, eco-system
* LTE network commitments, deployments, prospects
* Spectrum for mobile broadband services
- New spectrum: 2.6 GHz, and sub 1 GHz
- Re-farming: GSM spectrum, and Digital Dividend
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LTE Asia 2009 conference was organized by Informa Telecoms and Media
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From TD-SCDMA to TD-LTE
- Where we are today
- Next steps
- The role of TD-LTE
- Looking forward
Presentation given by Stephen Hire, Director of Marketing, Aeroflex Asia at the 4G Wireless Broadband Evolution seminar - Hong Kong, September 7, 2009
Jointly organized by GSA and Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks (www.hkstp.org)
Aeroflex (www.aeroflex.com) is a member organization of the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA)
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Presentation given by Alan Hadden, President, Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) at the CommunicAsia2009 Summit, Singapore Expo, June 18, 2009
Next Generation Broadband Forum program http://www.communicasia.com/NGBF_forum.htm#day2
Synopsis:
Although most mobile broadband networks operate at frequencies around 2100 MHz, the use of lower frequencies such as 900 MHz or 850 MHz would provide larger coverage in rural areas and improved indoor penetration in urban areas. The availability of “digital dividend” spectrum in the 470–862 MHz bands resulting from the migration from analogue to digital terrestrial TV will provide similar opportunities. What’s the status of commercial launches of mobile broadband at lower frequencies and how are regulatory regimes evolving to accommodate these options?
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From TD-SCDMA to TD-LTE
Presentation given by Stephen Hire, Director of Marketing, Aeroflex Asia at CommunicAsia2009 Summit, Singapore Expo, June 18, 2009
Aeroflex is a member organization of the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA)
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Optus is a leader in integrated
telecommunications, delivering
cutting-edge communications,
information technology and
entertainment services to the
Australian market. The company
is a subsidiary of SingTel and
provides mobile service to over
7.79 million mobile subscribers
across two networks in Australia
– a newer, dual-band UMTS900/
UMTS2100 nationwide network,
and a nationwide 2G GSM
network. As a company known
for bringing competition and
improved products and services
to its customers, Optus
commenced building its
HSPA-based UMTS900 network
in December 2007 which helped
it achieve voice and data
coverage for 96% of the
Australian population by
December 2008.
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Presentation by Alan Hadden, President, Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) at the Informa LTE World Summit, Berlin on May 18, 2009
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This short report was presented on behalf of GSA by Mr Jonas Sundborg at 3GPP PCG meeting #22, Kyoto, Japan (April 27, 2009), and covers the following topics:
* Market snapshot (subscriptions, mobile broadband networks and devices - GSM, EDGE, WCDMA-HSPA, HSPA+)
* LTE – status, network operator commitments worldwide, outlook
* Mobile broadband opportunities in spectrum below 1 GHz, including status of UMTS900, and opportunities for mobile broadband as part of the Digital Dividend
GSA (Global mobile Suppliers Association) is a Market Representation Partner of 3GPP since 1999
3GPP website: www.3gpp.org
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GSA presentation on the GSM Association Digital Dividend Pavilion at this year’s Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, charting the phenomenal growth of HSPA-enabled mobile broadband globally, and showing how personal broadband for all would become reality by using the Digital Dividend for mobile broadband services.
The ITU World Radiocommunication Conference WRC-07 allocated the upper UHF sub-band of 790-862 MHz to Mobile Service for IMT services use on a Primary basis in Region 1, which includes Europe, Africa, Middle East, Russia, and CIS. These frequencies provide excellent coverage and performance characteristics for extending mobile broadband to rural and semi-urban areas, and also for improving in-building coverage, as proven by several commercial HSPA deployments around the world in the 850 MHz and 900 MHz bands.
The success of mobile broadband and future demand expectations, combined with the existing strong political momentum e.g. in Europe, needs to convert into early decisions by regulators to allocate these frequencies for mobile broadband services. Finland, France, Sweden and Switzerland are the first countries to confirm that they will allocate 790–862 MHz for mobile broadband services. Harmonization of this band for mobile broadband services, and expediency, are key to ensuring lowest costs and fastest time to market.
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Mobile broadband service enabled by HSPA - High Speed Packet Access, is a worldwide success. This would not have been possible without suitable and competitive HSPA user devices being available in the market, and a strong and global commitment by the industry.
This 4-page document is a celebration of the HSPA Devices Success Story, showing how their availability has rapidly grown to 1,276 products launched in the market (January 26, 2009), how all market segments are addressed, how performance is continually evolving including faster data rates for both downlink and uplink, the suppliers participating in the market, operating frequencies, and the future outlook, including evolution to HSPA+ and LTE systems.
Key Findings from the most recent GSA HSPA Devices survey (1,409 HSPA Devices launched - March 10, 2009) are available at http://www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/wcdma_databank.php4
The HSPA full product list is available at http://www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/surveys.php4
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December 17, 2008 - [1.4 MB]
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December 17, 2008 - [1.4 MB]
GSA co-hosted the UMTS900 Workshop at the GSM 3G Middle East conference in Dubai on December 17, 2008 and delivered this latest UMTS900 Market Overview, including new network launches and newly launched UMTS900 devices.
All the other UMTS900 presentations in Dubai, by speakers from Ericsson, HTC, Huawei, Nokia, Qualcomm and UMTS Forum, are available for free view/download at http://www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/dubai_2008.php4
An earlier co-hosted UMTS900 workshop was held in Cape Town on November 20, 2008 (presentations from the Cape Town UMTS900 workshop are available at http://www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/cape_town_2008.php4).
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November 25, 2008 - [3 MB]
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November 25, 2008 - [3 MB]
GSA co-hosted the UMTS900 Workshop at the AfricaCom conference in Cape Town on November 20, 2008 and delivered the Market Overview.
Another co-hosted UMTS900 workshop will be held in Dubai on December 17, 2008.
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This short report was presented on behalf of GSA by Mr Jonas Sundborg at 3GPP PCG meeting #21, Moscow, Russia (October 6, 2008), and covers the following topics:
- Market snapshot (subscriptions, mobile broadband networks, devices)
- UMTS900
- GSA 10 Years Anniversary
- Current topics and activities
3GPP website: www.3gpp.org
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September 21, 2008 - [187.2 KB]
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September 21, 2008 - [187.2 KB]
GSA published this new operator case study on Elisa Corporation in Finland which shows significant cost and coverage benefits of deploying 3G services with UMTS900. A wireless pioneer, Elisa established the inaugural GSM network, made the very first GSM call and launched the first GSM service in July 1991. In November 2007, the company continued its groundbreaking role by launching the world’s first UMTS900 network service.
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August 22, 2008 - [203.7 KB]
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August 22, 2008 - [203.7 KB]
Expert view on the 3G policy for India
Interview for JM Financial given by Mr. TV Ramachandran, Director General, Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), with his views on 3G policy and implications for the sector.
Published here with permission
COAI website www.coai.in
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Presentation "The Impact of LTE" given by Alan Hadden, President, GSA on June 20, 2008 at the CommunicAsia 2008 Summit, Singapore Expo
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May 21, 2008 - [128.9 KB]
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May 21, 2008 - [128.9 KB]
High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) technology is evolving, with key improvements in voice and data performance that will make mobile broadband an even better experience. This paper, which was co-written by GSA, Nokia and NSN discusses some important advances using HSPA Evolution (HSPA+) which enhance the end-user experience, especially for users with handheld devices.
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April 30, 2008 - [109.2 KB]
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April 30, 2008 - [109.2 KB]
Overview of the Dual Transfer Mode (DTM) feature standardized by 3GPP that enables simultaneous voice and data communications using GSM/GPRS/EDGE devices. Includes description of the DTM feature, operator and user benefits, user cases, network implementations, DTM-capable user devices launched in the market, chipsets and test systems
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April 24, 2008 - [2.4 MB]
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April 24, 2008 - [2.4 MB]
Report: US 700 MHz Spectrum and Auction 73 Results, with Conclusions and Observations
This comprehensive report follows the auction in the US by the FCC of spectrum in the 700 MHz band.
The 700 MHz band becomes available as a result of the impending transition to digital TV.
The Auction lasted for 38 days and 261 rounds, raising revenues of USD 19.1 billion (excluding D block), which is almost twice the amount that Congress budgeted. 700 MHz is a global band as defined at WRC 2007, which is suitable for wireless broadband multimedia services and allows global roaming, interoperable applications and economies of scale.
The report was prepared for GSA by Mark Racek, Office of Public Affairs and Regulations, Ericsson Inc., and summarizes the background to the sale, what spectrum was offered, license rules and requirements, the detailed Auction results, and provides key conclusions and observations.
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April 22, 2008 - [652.5 KB]
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April 22, 2008 - [652.5 KB]
GSA is a Market Representation Partner of 3GPP and a member of its PCG (Project Co-ordination Group)
This short report covers the following:
* Market snapshot, statistics
* WCDMA-HSPA mobile broadband success
* LTE
* How GSA is promoting 3GPP systems
The report was presented on behalf of GSA by Mr Jonas Sundborg at 3GPP PCG meeting #20, Juan les Pins, France (April 22, 2008)
3GPP website: www.3gpp.org
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January 30, 2008 - [106.5 KB]
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January 30, 2008 - [106.5 KB]
WCDMA systems including HSPA are deployed in the 850, 900, 1700, 1800, 1900, and 2100 MHz bands. WCDMA and HSPA are part of the 3GPP evolutionary roadmap for GSM and being followed by GSM operators worldwide. WCDMA is deployed in 70% of all commercial 3G networks globally.
This short paper provides an overview of the present spectrum situation including developments in the 700, 850, 900 MHz and 2.6 GHz bands, and summarizes the additional spectrum identified by WRC '07
Useful additional resources/links:
GSA Information Paper “UMTS 900”
www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/info_papers.php4
GSA 3G/WCDMA-HSPA Fact Sheet
www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/wcdma_databank.php4#3G_WCDMA_Fact_Sheet
WRC 07 Outcome and some views
www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/info_papers.php4
GSA submission to Ofcom 2GHz, 2.6 GHz spectrum consultation
http://www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/consultation_responses.php4
FCC Auction 73 Fact Sheet
http://wireless.fcc.gov/auctions/default.htm?job=auction_factsheet&id=73#Licenses Offered
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December 14, 2007 - [109.2 KB]
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December 14, 2007 - [109.2 KB]
Total Telecom recently ran a series of articles by Mary Lenninghan on various Eastern European telecoms markets, following briefings with CEOs of five Telekom Austria subsidiaries. In addition to valuable insight into the featured telecoms operators, the articles provide current information on the shape of the market in Bulgaria, Croatia, Macedonia, Serbia and Slovenia. The articles are reproduced here with permission of Total Telecom.
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December 7, 2007 - [356.1 KB]
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December 7, 2007 - [356.1 KB]
This short presentation summarizes the decisions taken at WRC '07 and the key outcomes for the mobile industry.
Kindly prepared for GSA by Håkan Ohlsén and Lasse Wieweg, Ericsson AB
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July 19, 2007 - [171.2 KB]
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July 19, 2007 - [171.2 KB]
This Information Paper gives an overview of the NGMN Alliance, covering:
Background and membership, sponsors
Vision and target
Activities
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July 2, 2007 - [119.6 KB]
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July 2, 2007 - [119.6 KB]
This Information Paper gives an overview of the drivers and industry commitment to standardise a "Common IMS (IP Multimedia Subsystem)" in 3GPP, to meet the needs of the fixed, mobile, cable and broadband wireless communities.
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March 16, 2007 - [935.5 KB]
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March 16, 2007 - [935.5 KB]
Presentation by Alan Hadden, President, GSA at "20 Years of GSM" seminar
Lemesos, Cyprus, March 15-16, 2007
Background to seminar: www.gsacom.com/news/gsa_217.php4
Programme & all seminar presentations: www.3gpp.org/ftp/workshop/2007-03-14_20%20Years%20of%20GSM/Presentation/
Press release: www.etsi.org/pressroom/Previous/2007/2007_03_gsm20yrs.htm
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December 1, 2006 - [115.5 KB]
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December 1, 2006 - [115.5 KB]
Many governments are working today to develop and implement Universal Access
programs for telecommunications and information infrastructure for rural and
low-income areas in the emerging markets, including Africa, Asia, India and
Latin America. Mobile communications is the most sensible and effective
response to bridging the digital divide. The worldwide economies of scale of
GSM/EDGE and WCDMA/HSPA technologies enable a continuous reduction in Total
Cost of Ownership, so that data services can ultimately be delivered to a
mass market. The open standards roadmap, which continues with 3GPP LTE,
ensures continuing efficiency and cost benefits.
This paper was submitted for publication in the ITU Telecom World 2006 Forum
Proceedings, as background to GSA participation in the Digital Society Panel
Session DS-P: Is distance really dead
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November 15, 2006 - [2.3 MB]
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November 15, 2006 - [2.3 MB]
Presentation by GSA at the (Informa) Ultra Low Cost Handset conference,
London
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July 14, 2006 - [109.2 KB]
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July 14, 2006 - [109.2 KB]
Celebrating 15 years of GSM in commercial service, over 2 billion
subscriptions and over 81% share of the worldwide mobile communications
market.
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Introductory remarks by conference chairman Alan Hadden, President, GSA
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April 19, 2006 - [2.5 MB]
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April 19, 2006 - [2.5 MB]
Presentation by GSA at the 3GPP PCG Workshop China, Beijing
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March 30, 2006 - [2.9 MB]
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March 30, 2006 - [2.9 MB]
GSA Report to ETSI General Assembly #47, Nice, 28-29 March 2006
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March 6, 2006 - [94.5 KB]
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March 6, 2006 - [94.5 KB]
3G/WCDMA Hit the Mainstream in 2005
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December 6, 2005 - [1.6 MB]
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December 6, 2005 - [1.6 MB]
Chairman's remarks to the IIR HSDPA Implementation Strategies conference, Amsterdam, December 6-7, 2005
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November 17, 2005 - [1.3 MB]
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November 17, 2005 - [1.3 MB]
Presentation by GSA at IIR 3G World Congress 2005, Hong Kong
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October 19, 2005 - [1.8 MB]
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October 19, 2005 - [1.8 MB]
Presentation by GSA at IIR "Strategically Deploying EDGE" conference in Barcelona
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Focus on Central and Eastern Europe - Keynote presentation by Alan Hadden, President, GSA at NextGen Mobile, Warsaw
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Presentation by Alan Hadden, President, GSA at GSM Brasil 2005, Rio de Janeiro
- Evolution to 3G with GSM/EDGE/WCDMA
- Universal access; addressing rural and low ARPU markets profitably
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Update on WCDMA network deployments, subscribers globally and devices availability.
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The 21st Annual Conference and Trade Exhibition of CANTO
(Caribbean Association of National Telecommunications Organizations) was
held in St. Kitts (West Indies). The event brought together more than 45
telecommunications organizations from 30 countries of the region. The theme
of this year's event was "Telecom Liberalization and the CSME: "Opening New
doors" )CSME is short for Caribbean Single Market and Economy). 60 companies
exhibited, and in total there were more than 450 participants present. GSA
was represented by Peter Reinisch, Vice President who presented an update on
the GSM/3G Market, which was well received. The aim of the presentation was
to show the dominating role of GSM and its evolution world-wide. It also
showed that GSM/3G is essential to strengthen the economy of the CANTO
states.
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April 26, 2005 - [637 KB]
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April 26, 2005 - [637 KB]
GSA chaired Day 1 of IIR's Strategically Deploying HSDPA conference, 25-28 April 2005, Lisbon
- opening remarks by Alan Hadden, President, GSA.
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GSA is a 3GPP Market Representation Partner and presented this report to the delegates of
the 3GPP Project Co-ordination Group (PCG) meeting in Cancun.
More about 3GPP at http://www.gsacom.com/3gpp/
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