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<title><![CDATA[GSA Member Introduction: Renesas Mobile - Multi-Band Multi-Mode Devices]]></title><description><![CDATA[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.<br/><br/>

Website: www.renesasmobile.com<br/><br/>

Multi-Band Multi-Mode Devices from Chipset vendor perspective<br/><br/>
Presentation by Jaakko Hulkko, Renesas Mobile Corporation<br/>
LTE Forum 2011, Warsaw, Poland - November 24, 2011<br/><br/>

Log in to download the presentation (PDF file)<br/><br/>

Not registered: it only takes a minute here: www.gsacom.com/php/register_form.php4]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[HSPA Network Operator Commitments: 451 HSPA commercial networks, 174 countries - lists and analysis]]></title><description><![CDATA[This is the latest report by GSA on HSPA network operator commitments, deployments, commercial launches, and trends including evolution, published on January 29, 2012. <br/><br/>

The report lists all HSPA and HSPA+ network commitments, deployments and launches worldwide according to GSA research.<br/><br/>

HSPA - Key Facts:<br/><br/>

* 483 HSPA operator network commitments in 181 countries/territories<br/>
* 451 commercial networks launched in 174 countries<br/>
* ALL of the world's WCDMA operators have commercially launched HSPA service<br/>
* 339 commercial HSDPA networks (75%) support 7.2 Mbps peak or higher downlink speeds<br/>
* 241 HSPA+ network commitments in 106 countries, including 187 HSPA+ networks commercially launched in 96 countries<br/>
* Sixty two 42 Mbps DC-HSPA+ networks are commercially launched <br/><br/>

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.<br/><br/>

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<br/><br/>

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<br/><br/><br/>

Previous reports are available on this page. Pre-April 2011 reports are available at www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/wcdma_databank.php4]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Global HSPA+ Network Commitments: 187 HSPA+ commercial networks, including 62 DC-HSPA+ (42 Mbps)]]></title><description><![CDATA[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.<br/><br/>

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.<br/><br/>

HSPA+ is a mainstream system technology for delivering mobile broadband services across the world.<br/><br/>

The future evolution path is explained and firm operator commitments to further evolutionary steps are identified in the report.<br/><br/>

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.<br/><br/>

Numerous HSPA and HSPA+ related charts, graphics etc. are available for download and use at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4<br/><br/>

A related GSA report "HSPA Operator Commitments (January 29, 2012)" is also available at www.gsacom.com

Copyright - Global mobile Suppliers Association<br/><br/>

Updates are welcome by email to info@gsacom.com]]></description>
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<pubDate>2012-01-29</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[HSPA Devices Survey Key Findings: 3,362 devices incl. 245 HSPA+ products launched]]></title><description><![CDATA[GSA presents the Key Findings from its latest HSPA Devices survey which was completed on January 24, 2012.<br/><br/>

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.<br/><br/>

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.<br/><br/>

Strong growth is noted in the availability of HSPA-enabled tablets, and HSPA+ enabled smartphones. Download the report for further details.<br/><br/>

More comprehensive analysis, personalized to individual needs, can be undertaken using GAMBOD (GSA Analyzer for Mobile Broadband Devices) www.gsacom.com/gambod<br/><br/>

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.<br/><br/>

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.<br/><br/>

Copyright of Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) 2012<br/><br/>

ARCHIVE<br/><br/>

Pre-April 2011 issues of "HSPA Devices - Key Findings" reports are available at www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/wcdma_databank.php4]]></description>
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<pubDate>2012-01-25</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Operator viewpoint: 4G HSPA+ and LTE (Telstra Australia)]]></title><description><![CDATA[4G HSPA+ and LTE<br/><br/>

Presentation by Mike Wright, Executive Director Networks and Access Technologies, Telstra <br/>
- given on October 26, 2011 at 4G World 2011, Chicago<br/><br/>

This document is made available here on the GSA website with the permission of the author.<br/><br/>

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. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>2012-01-22</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Status of the LTE Ecosystem - GSA report: 269  LTE User Devices launched by 57 manufacturers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Deployment of LTE systems is accelerating worldwide in 2012.<br/><br/>

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. <br/><br/>

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). <br/><br/>

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.<br/><br/>

Updates and other inputs from the industry are welcome and appreciated by email please to info@gsacom.com<br/><br/>

Copyright of Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) - 2012<br/><br/>

This material may be used subject to accreditation of GSA (Global mobile Suppliers Association) as the source.<br/><br/>

Errors and Omissions Excepted.<br/><br/>

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.<br/><br/>   

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.<br/><br/>

Numerous charts, maps etc. concerning mobile broadband development including LTE are available at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4<br/><br/>

LTE1800 LinkedIN group: www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=3129390<br/><br/>

LTE TDD LinkedIN Group: www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=3978061<br/><br/>

LTE User Devices LinkedIN Group: www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=4146472]]></description>
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<pubDate>2012-01-20</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Chart: 269 LTE User Devices - form factors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chart showing the 269 LTE user devices currently in GSA's database by form factors. <br/><br/>

Also available as a small JPEG file at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4<br/><br/>

Produced using data from GSA's own research as summarized in GSA's Status of the LTE Ecosystem report dated January 20, 2012<br/><br/>

Copyright of GSA - Global mobile Suppliers Association<br/><br/>

May be used subject to accrediting GSA - Global mobile Suppliers Association as the source.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Report from CES 2012, Las Vegas - including new LTE devices, industry trends (by Arvani Group)]]></title><description><![CDATA[By arrangement with respected independent consultancy organization Arvani Group, we provide their insightful report from CES, Las Vegas, January 10-13, 2012.<br/><br/>

Introduction by Arvani Group.<br/><br/>

According to the show's organizing committee, CES had over 150,000 attendees and introduced 20,000 products.<br/><br/>

Our focus was on mobile and wireless devices and technologies, a sector that is increasing its presence at the show. As one executive put it, the show has become the wireless CES.

With connectivity as a prevelant feature of emerging consumer electronics, transfer of content and controls across devices was a major trend at this year's CES. We look at the advantages and disadvantages of this trend.<br/><br/>

Touch, voice and gesture based interfaces are showing up in variety of applications. We summarize our favorites.<br/><br/>

We chaired the panel on Planet of the Apps, joined by executives from AT&T, eBay, Sport Illustrated, and MEDL Mobile. The panel discussed the latest trends and ways to stay ahead of the pack.<br/><br/>

Intel was all about Ultrabooks at this CES. What purpose will the Ultrabooks serve?<br/><br/>

We also bring to you the latest smartphone and tablet introductions. What Microsoft was showing with Windows 8, and  developments on machine to machine, and more.<br/><br/>

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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.<br/><br/>

More about the Arvani Group at www.arvanigroup.com
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<pubDate>2012-01-17</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[GSA Members Newsletter: December 2011]]></title><description><![CDATA[GSA Members Newsletter: December 2011<br/><br/>

For employees of GSA member organisations who registered using their corporate email address for their User ID.<br/><br/>

Log in to download.<br/><br/>

Copyright - GSA (Global mobile Suppliers Association).]]></description>
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<pubDate>2012-01-11</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Map: Worldwide LTE network commitments, launches and trials (January 5, 2012)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Source of data: GSA Evolution to LTE report dated January 5, 2012<br/><br/>

Also available as a JPEG file at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4<br/><br/>

The map is free to use subject to accrediting GSA and website www.gsacom.com as the source]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Evolution to LTE report: 285 operators investing in LTE in 93 countries; 49 commercial networks]]></title><description><![CDATA[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.<br/><br/>

A further 59 operators in 17 additional countries are engaged in pre-commercial LTE technology pilot trials, tests or studies.<br/><br/>

Taken together, it means that 285 operators in 93 countries are now investing in LTE.<br/><br/>

LTE is the fastest developing mobile system technology ever. <br/><br/>

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.<br/><br/>

Published January 5, 2012<br/><br/>

(c) Copyright 2011 Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) - www.gsacom.com<br/><br/>

GSA LinkedIN Group www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=2313721<br/><br/>

LTE1800 LinkedIN Group www.linkedin.com/groups?=&gid=3129390<br/><br/>

LTE TDD LinkedIN Group www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=3978061<br/><br/>

LTE User Devices LinkedIN Group: www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=4146472]]></description>
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<pubDate>2012-01-05</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Operator viewpoint: Nationwide Broadband Radio Network Based on Dual LTE Technologies (Aero2)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Presentation given at LTE Forum 2011, Warsaw, Poland on November 24, 2011 by:<br/><br/>

Dr. Adam Kurianski, CEO of Aero2, Mobyland, and CenterNet<br/><br/>

Agenda:<br/><br/>

- Roots of the Project<br/><br/>

- Why LTE and Why 1800MHz?<br/><br/>

- FDD v TDD (LTE1800/LTE2500 TDD)<br/><br/>

- The Network<br/><br/>

- Future<br/><br/><br/>


This document is made available here on the GSA website with the permission of the author.<br/><br/>

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. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>2011-12-28</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[GSA Member Introduction: Talking Eye Ltd - Global Wireless Home Security and Monitoring Device]]></title><description><![CDATA[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.<br/><br/>

Licensing and joint development partners are sought.<br/><br/>

For more information please log in and download the Product Description (PDF file)<br/><br/>

Website: www.talkingeye.net

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<pubDate>2011-12-13</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Operator viewpoint: Driving Broadband Innovation in UAE; Du LTE Evolution]]></title><description><![CDATA[Driving Broadband Innovation in UAE; Du LTE Evolution<br/><br/>

Presentation by Dr. Ayman Elnashar, Sr. Director - Wireless Broadband & Site Sharing, EITC (du) – UAE<br/>
- given at the Middle East Telco World Summit, Dubai, 29-30 November, 2011<br/><br/>

Agenda<br/><br/>

Driving Wireless Broadband Innovation in UAE: du Broadband Portfolio<br/><br/>


Why LTE (Data Evolution)<br/>
- Speed Enhancement<br/>
- Latency Reduction<br/>
- Rich QoS capability<br/>
- All IP Simple flat architecture<br/><br/>

LTE Evolution<br/><br/>

Spectrum Options<br/><br/>

Deployment Strategy<br/><br/>

Trial Results<br/><br/><br/>


This document is made available here on the GSA website with the permission of the author.<br/><br/>

 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. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>2011-12-12</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Operator viewpoint: Developing the LTE Deployment Strategy (Dialog Axiata presentation)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Presentation by Pradeep De Almeida, Group Chief Technology Officer, Dialog Axiata PLC<br/>
- given at the Middle East Telco World Summit, Dubai, 29-30 November, 2011<br/><br/>

Agenda:<br/><br/>

* Determining the readiness for LTE Launch<br/>
An overview of LTE deployment strategy<br/><br/>

* Launching a pilot project LTE trial deployment at Dialog Axiata PLC<br/><br/>

* Transition from 3G<br/>
Long term LTE deployment strategy at Dialog Axiata PLC<br/><br/><br/>


This document is made available here on the GSA website with the permission of the author.<br/><br/>

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. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>2011-12-07</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[GSA Report - Embracing the 1800MHz opportunity: Russian language version]]></title><description><![CDATA[Copyright 2011 GSA - Global mobile Suppliers Association]]></description>
<link>http://www.gsacom.com/lte1800.php4</link>
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<pubDate>2011-12-05</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[LTE Developments Worldwide - presentation by GSA]]></title><description><![CDATA[Presentation given by Alan Hadden, President of GSA, at the Middle East Telco World Summit, Dubai<br/>
November 29-30, 2011<br/>
Organised by Informa Telecoms and Media<br/><br/>

References GSA's reports, stats and data published up to November 29, 2011
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<title><![CDATA[Operator viewpoint: LTE Introduction in the Russian Regions: Frequency Re-farming (Tele2 Russia)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Presentation given at LTE Forum 2011, Warsaw, Poland on November 24, 2011 by<br/><br/>

Svetlana A. Skvortsova, Strategy & Development Director, Tele2 Russia<br/><br/><br/>


Agenda:<br/><br/>


Russian Mobile Market Overview <br/>
– Mobile Penetration<br/>
– Mobile Broadband Development<br/>
– Tele2 Overview in Russia <br/><br/>

Why do we think that LTE1800 is the most suitable technology to deploy Mobile Broadband access for 100% population coverage<br/><br/> 

The outcome of the Tele2 study on the re-farming possibility and the vendors' view: a number of technology and market arguments in favor of LTE1800 <br/><br/>

Current state of affairs and what needs to be done to enable LTE1800<br/><br/><br/>


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This document is made available here on the GSA website with the permission of the author.<br/><br/>

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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<pubDate>2011-11-29</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[GSA Report - Embracing the 1800MHz opportunity: Driving mobile forward with LTE in the 1800MHz band]]></title><description><![CDATA[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.<br/><br/>

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. <br/><br/>

The report was sponsored by CSL Limited, Deutsche Telekom, Elisa, Qualcomm, StarHub and Telstra.<br/><br/>

Published November 16, 2011<br/><br/>

Press release: 1800MHz spectrum key to global success of LTE services, GSA study shows<br/>
www.gsacom.com/news/gsa_342.php4<br/><br/>

Copyright GSA - Global mobile Suppliers Association<br/>]]></description>
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<pubDate>2011-11-25</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[MAP: 31 countries with commercial mobile HD Voice service]]></title><description><![CDATA[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<br/><br/>

This map is also available as a JPEG file on page www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4<br/><br/>

Copyright: Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) www.gsacom.com]]></description>
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<pubDate>2011-11-21</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[GSA report: 36 commercial mobile HD Voice networks in 31 countries, 60 phones launched]]></title><description><![CDATA[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. <br/><br/>

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.<br/><br/>

The report contains links to various HD Voice resources, including demonstration sites and information papers.<br/><br/>

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<br/><br/>

Join the discussion by becoming a member of the GSA LinkedIN group at www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=2313721<br/><br/>

A dedicated HD Voice subgroup has also been established with a growing membership<br/>
www.linkedin.com/groups?=&gid=3032759<br/><br/><br/>

A Mobile HD Voice Zone has been established on the GSA home page - visit www.gsacom.com and click on the banner<br/><br/>

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.<br/><br/>

Updates are welcome by email to info@gsacom.com<br/><br/>]]></description>
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<pubDate>2011-11-21</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Chart: Mobile HD Voice compatible phones (60 products)]]></title><description><![CDATA[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.<br/><br/>

This chart is also available as a small JPEG file at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4<br/><br/>

Join the discussion by becoming a member of the GSA LinkedIN group at www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=2313721<br/>

An HD Voice subgroup is established with a growing membership: www.linkedin.com/groups?=&gid=3032759<br/><br/>

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<br/><br/>

Source of data: GSA: Mobile HD Voice: Global Update report November 21, 2011 (available via the link on www.gsacom.com)<br/><br/>

Errors and Omissions Excepted<br/><br/>

Copyright: Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA)]]></description>
<link>http://www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/info_papers.php4</link>
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<pubDate>2011-11-21</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Self Organizing Networks (SON) - presentation by NSN]]></title><description><![CDATA[Self Organizing Networks now and 2020<br/><br/>

Presentation slide deck prepared by Tom Martens, LTE Lead Customer Product Management North East<br/>
Nokia Siemens Networks<br/><br/>

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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.]]></description>
<link>http://www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/info_papers.php4</link>
<guid>db0529886b788d2dff9774a0172fa048</guid>
<pubDate>2011-11-08</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Mobile Broadband Fact Sheet (Nov 7, 2011)]]></title><description><![CDATA[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<br/><br/><br/>


Copyright - Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA)<br/><br/>

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<br/><br/><br/>]]></description>
<link>http://www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/info_papers.php4</link>
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<pubDate>2011-11-07</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Mobile Broadband Wallchart - 3GPP systems (WCDMA,HSPA/HSPA+, LTE)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Compiled using data from mobile broadband networks and devices surveys researched and published by GSA up to October 28, 2011:<br/><br/>

* WCDMA-HSPA networks<br/>
* HSPA+ and DC-HSPA+ networks<br/>
* UMTS900 networks<br/>
* LTE networks<br/>
* HSPA and HSPA+ devices
* LTE devices<br/><br/>]]></description>
<link>http://www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/info_papers.php4</link>
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<pubDate>2011-11-07</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Chart: LTE1800 Global Status]]></title><description><![CDATA[Summary chart showing the status of LTE1800 mobile broadband deployments worldwide, confirming the momentum towards its adoption as a core band globally for LTE FDD deloyments, and the user devices ecosystem.<br/> <br/>

Based on data drawn from the latest GSA reports.<br/><br/>

Also available as a JPEG chart which can be downloaded by registered site users at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4<br/><br/>

Not registered? it only takes a minute at www.gsacom.com/php/register_form.php4<br/><br/>

LTE1800 Zone www.gsacom.com/lte1800<br/><br/>

LTE1800 LinkedIN Group www.linkedin.com/groups?=&gid=3129390]]></description>
<link>http://www.gsacom.com/lte1800</link>
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<pubDate>2011-11-07</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[HD Voice - Next Level of Voice Quality in Mobile Networks (Ericsson presentation)]]></title><description><![CDATA[HD Voice - Next Level of Voice Quality in Mobile Networks<br/><br/>

Presentation by Jan Derksen, Head of Technical Marketing, Business Unit Networks, Ericsson<br/>
Given during a webinar organized by Light Reading on October 26, 2011<br/><br/>

Provided to GSA with permission of the author.<br/><br/>

To hear the full seminar (slides and audio), including the presentation by Helene Galatoire, Senior Marketing Manager, Orange<br/>
Visit www.lightreading.com/webinar.asp?webinar_id=29913<br/>
(registration required)<br/><br/>

Ericsson white paper: HD voice – it speaks for itself<br/>
www.ericsson.com/news/111012_hd_voice_244188808_c<br/><br/><br/>


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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<pubDate>2011-11-02</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[UMTS900 Global Status report: 35 commercial UMTS900 networks launched in 25 countries]]></title><description><![CDATA[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).<br/><br/>

Updates for future updates of this report, particularly from regulators, network operators, and suppliers, are welcome. Please send by email to info@gsacom.com<br/><br/>

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.<br/><br/>

Copyright Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) - 2011<br/><br/>

Join our UMTS900 LinkedIN Group: www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=3031942]]></description>
<link>http://www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/info_papers.php4</link>
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<pubDate>2011-10-28</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Chart: Commercial HSPA and HSPA+ networks data speeds]]></title><description><![CDATA[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.<br/><br/>

This chart is also available as a downloadable JPEG file from www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4<br/><br/>

Copyright: Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA)<br/><br/>

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.]]></description>
<link>http://www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/info_papers.php4</link>
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<pubDate>2011-10-28</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Extract from Evolution to LTE report: LTE TDD progress worldwide (1 page)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Convenient 1-page extract  from GSA's Evolution to LTE report published October 12, 2011 summarizing LTE TDD network plans, commitments, trials, deployments.<br/><br/>

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.<br/><br/>

Published October 12, 2011<br/><br/>

(c) Copyright 2011 Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) - www.gsacom.com<br/><br/>

Join the GSA LinkedIN Group at www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=2313721<br/><br/>

You are welcome to join the LTE TDD LinkedIN Group at www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=3978061]]></description>
<link>http://www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/info_papers.php4</link>
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<pubDate>2011-10-12</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Extract from Evolution to LTE report: LTE1800  developments worldwide (1 page)]]></title><description><![CDATA[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.<br/><br/>

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.<br/><br/>

Published October 12, 2011<br/><br/>

(c) Copyright 2011 Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) - www.gsacom.com<br/><br/>

LTE1800 Zone on the GSA website: www.gsacom.com/lte1800<br/><br/>

Join the GSA LinkedIN Group at www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=2313721<br/><br/>

You are welcome to join the LTE1800 LinkedIN Group at www.linkedin.com/groups?=&gid=3129390]]></description>
<link>http://www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/info_papers.php4</link>
<guid>cb3b0561a88e46a3e000ea891a967408</guid>
<pubDate>2011-10-12</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Extract from Evolution to LTE report: network commitments, deployments, launches, trials (4 pages)]]></title><description><![CDATA[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.<br/><br/>

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.<br/><br/>

Published October 12, 2011<br/><br/>

(c) Copyright 2011 Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) - www.gsacom.com<br/><br/>

GSA LinkedIN Group www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=2313721<br/><br/>

LTE1800 LinkedIN Group www.linkedin.com/groups?=&gid=3129390<br/><br/>

LTE TDD LinkedIN Group www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=3978061<br/><br/>

LTE User Devices LinkedIN Group www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=4146472]]></description>
<link>http://www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/info_papers.php4</link>
<guid>cb3b0561a88e46a3e000ea891a967408</guid>
<pubDate>2011-10-12</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Evolution of network speeds: EDGE, WCDMA-HSPA, HSPA+, and LTE networks and devices ecosystems]]></title><description><![CDATA[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. <br/><br/>

Published September 26, 2011 by the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA)]]></description>
<link>http://www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/info_papers.php4</link>
<guid>0587f620902e89264058f4c7e37374a0</guid>
<pubDate>2011-09-26</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Huawei - GSA White Paper: UMTS MIMO Maturity, Leading to MBB Profitability]]></title><description><![CDATA[UMTS MIMO Maturity, Leading to MBB Profitability<br/><br/>

A White Paper by Huawei in association with the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA)<br/><br/><br/>

Huawei is a member organization of GSA.]]></description>
<link>http://www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/opinion_papers.php4</link>
<guid>0bcccfe9cdff63f48efab796286f39a5</guid>
<pubDate>2011-06-27</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[EDGE Fact Sheet :  545 commercial EDGE networks available in 198 countries]]></title><description><![CDATA[Comprehensive Fact Sheet researched and published by GSA on April 8, 2011 covering GSM/EDGE market/technology developments worldwide incorporating the main findings of our survey of GSM/EDGE network deployments and commercial launches. This report includes a list of every known GSM/EDGE network operator commitment, deployment and commercial launch worldwide. It also confirms the trend by operators to deliver 3G services including mobile broadband on combined WCDMA-EDGE and HSPA-EDGE networks. This report also provides information about EDGE Evolution, which reduces the performance gap with HSPA, and the availability of commercial solutons today.<br/><br/>

GSM/EDGE-related maps/charts are available at www.gsacom.com/news/statistics.php4<br/><br/>

Related GSA Information Paper EDGE Evolution is available at www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/info_papers.php4<br/><br/>

Related GSA Information Paper DTM (Dual Transfer Mode - a feature that enables simultaneous voice and data communications using GSM/GPRS or GSM/EDGE devices) is available at www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/info_papers.php4]]></description>
<link>http://www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/edge_databank.php4#EDGE_Fact_Sheet</link>
<guid>8dd3b470030e755987e9c9f9f44fafdb</guid>
<pubDate>2011-04-08</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[LTE-Advanced]]></title><description><![CDATA[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.<br/><br/>

More information is available on the 3GPP website www.3gpp.org/article/lte-advanced<br/><br/>

This document summarizes the key drivers and steps towards 4G with 3GPP LTE-Advanced, the timelines for standardization activities, key features and benefits.<br/><br/>

Beyond Mobile Broadband; What Is LTE-Advanced & What Will It Offer to Your Network<br/>
Presentation given at IIR Mobile Broadband World 2009 by Peter Merz, Head Radio Systems, Nokia Siemens Networks
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<link>http://www.gsacom.com/gsm_3g/info_papers.php4</link>
<guid>e444d5cec44d6d101f9ee1a918733961</guid>
<pubDate>2009-09-23</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Mobile Market Developments in Latin America (includes 3G/WCDMA-HSPA network deployments & launches)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Includes a round-up of 3G/WCDMA-HSPA operator network commitments in Latin America and the Caribbean markets]]></description>
<link>http://www.gsacom.com/programs/latin_america.php4</link>
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<pubDate>2007-07-18</pubDate>
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<item><title>Fast Facts</title><description>Press Release: Fast Facts</description><link>http://www.gsacom.com/news/gsa_fastfacts.php4</link><pubDate>2015-10-10</pubDate></item>
<item><title>GSA confirms number of LTE smartphones jump  6-fold in 6 months</title><description>Press Release: GSA confirms number of LTE smartphones jump  6-fold in 6 months</description><link>http://www.gsacom.com/news/gsa_345.php4</link><pubDate>2012-01-20</pubDate></item>
<item><title>49 Commercial LTE Networks Confirmed by GSA</title><description>Press Release: 49 Commercial LTE Networks Confirmed by GSA</description><link>http://www.gsacom.com/news/gsa_344.php4</link><pubDate>2012-01-05</pubDate></item>
<item><title>STATEMENT OF THE NGMN ALLIANCE REGARDING WRC-12</title><description>Press Release: STATEMENT OF THE NGMN ALLIANCE REGARDING WRC-12</description><link>http://www.gsacom.com/news/gsa_343.php4</link><pubDate>2011-12-21</pubDate></item>
<item><title>1800MHz spectrum key to global success of LTE services, GSA study shows</title><description>Press Release: 1800MHz spectrum key to global success of LTE services, GSA study shows</description><link>http://www.gsacom.com/news/gsa_342.php4</link><pubDate>2011-11-16</pubDate></item>
<item><title>GSA confirms 197 LTE user devices announced by 48 manufacturers</title><description>Press Release: GSA confirms 197 LTE user devices announced by 48 manufacturers</description><link>http://www.gsacom.com/news/gsa_341.php4</link><pubDate>2011-10-28</pubDate></item>
<item><title>GSA raises forecast for LTE networks</title><description>Press Release: GSA raises forecast for LTE networks</description><link>http://www.gsacom.com/news/gsa_340.php4</link><pubDate>2011-10-13</pubDate></item>
<item><title>GSA report confirms Mobile HD Voice services now launched on 32 networks</title><description>Press Release: GSA report confirms Mobile HD Voice services now launched on 32 networks</description><link>http://www.gsacom.com/news/gsa_339.php4</link><pubDate>2011-10-03</pubDate></item>
<item><title>GSA confirms acceleration of investments in LTE, and forecasts 93 commercial networks by 2012</title><description>Press Release: GSA confirms acceleration of investments in LTE, and forecasts 93 commercial networks by 2012</description><link>http://www.gsacom.com/news/gsa_338.php4</link><pubDate>2011-09-01</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Mobile Broadband Data Device Horizons Continue to Expand – GSA HSPA Devices survey</title><description>Press Release: Mobile Broadband Data Device Horizons Continue to Expand – GSA HSPA Devices survey</description><link>http://www.gsacom.com/news/gsa_337.php4</link><pubDate>2011-08-04</pubDate></item>
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