Asia's mobile Internet faces rough seas, yet operators set course for big payoffs
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Mobile telephone services and wireless communications equipment companies are pressing forward in Asia to form ventures to produce Internet-access via cellular telephones. This is expected to be the next bonanza in the Internet gold rush, as analysts predict that in a few years' time, most Asians will access the Internet via mobile phones rather than PCs.
Publication Name: The Wall Street Journal Western Edition
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0193-2241
Year: 2000
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As 3G waits in wings, need for 2G gear may rise
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European telecommunications equipment manufacturers are betting on the popularity of third-generation (3G) wireless network technologies that will allow the running of video clips, super-speedy Internet access and the transmission of photographs over hand-held devices. 3G services are not expected until sometime in 2002 and revenue for these services will not be apparent until late 2002. In the meantime, manufacturers of second-generation (2G) products will see an increased demand as new customers continue to sign-up for wireless services. This demand is likely to benefit Sweden-based Ericsson and Finland's Nokia, manufacturers of network equipment and handsets, respectively.
Publication Name: The Wall Street Journal Western Edition
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0193-2241
Year: 2001
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Cellular show offers broad spectrum from dull hardware to bright gadgets
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The $19 billion of revenue generated by the cellular services industry in 1995 represents only 14% of the US population, and growing the market further will require better quality calls and lower prices for services. Cellular carriers are attempting to increase the quality of mobile communications by constructing more powerful digital networks and a greater number of radio towers. Innovations continue to enhance the periphery of cellular technology, including systems that allow for hands-free mobile conversations using an automobile's speaker system. Other systems provide unusual security features, including a system that automatically notifies a security company in the event that the car is stolen.
Publication Name: The Wall Street Journal Western Edition
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0193-2241
Year: 1996
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