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Peter Curnow-FordChief Executive OfficerViatec Associates Ltd

Apple 3G iPhone - Power, ie battery performance dominates handheld performance

September 1, 2008

Analysis of:Power-control software blamed for iPhone 3G reception issues | news.cnet.com

The question posed at the end of the article is key:- The unanswered question--assuming this account is accurate--is why the iPhone 3G shipped with balky power-control software, something that ostensibly could have been discovered in testing? It is true this could have been discovered, but as of launch we had 1m users using the phone immediately - always a sure way to test the phone and they found the weak spot. Apple is learning very quickly what it takes to get a world class phone to market in volume across 3 continents and is responding to criticism - part of its marketing image. This response is ahead of its major competitors.

Peter Curnow-FordChief Executive OfficerViatec Associates Ltd

LTE operators hold back WiMAX or just need a decision?

August 21, 2008

Analysis of:Ofcom knocks back spectrum auction | www.theregister.co.uk

The real issue here is one of knowing what the regulatory position is going to be 3 to 4 years out. Will the mobile operators be allowed to re-farm their 2G spectrum, will they be able to use the technology of their choosing and then work the investment plans to make it happen? Is the regulator doing this deliberately - most probably not. Do the mobile operators benefit from a delayed auction - yes. Do we need to wait and see - yes.

Peter Curnow-FordChief Executive OfficerViatec Associates Ltd

WiMAX is not Cellular

August 21, 2008

Analysis of:BT Suffers as Ofcom Delays 2.6GHz Auctions | www.lightreading.com

BT has a backhaul network second to none, the mobile operators do not. It is currently spending close to £8bn on its 21CN all IP network, with this it has all the capacity needed for a data centric LTE deployment. Second LTE could serve both voice and data without cannibalising existing revenue streams. BT does not need to protect an existing cellular voice investment - it can move all its MVNO customers across to LTE. Thirdly it can satisfy its shareholders with a real significant strategic move and ensure it has a future in mobile as well as fixed. The only question does BT have the £1bn+ to make it happen.

Afarin BellisarioFounder and PresidentTranstrategy, Inc

Games as

August 6, 2008

Analysis of:No Recession for Game Console Makers | www.ecommercetimes.com

Enteratinment has always been one industry thrieving during a recession.  Today, games are the dominant form of entertainment, especially for young people.  With the sales of both hardware and software (content) at record levels, the article speculates that the expenditure on the games will be dominated by tried and true, well known titles. 

Peter Curnow-FordChief Executive OfficerViatec Associates Ltd

4G - still one generation away

August 5, 2008

Analysis of:4G or Not 4G | www.unstrung.com

Both WiMAX and LTE are stepping stones to the "real" mobile broadband marketplace where ubiquitous, high bandwidth, quality services are available on a device independent basis. The ITU has set in motion the next step to 4G by announcing the preliminary specifications for a 4G technology solution for mobile broadband - called IMT-Advanced. WiMAX is offering up 802.16m and LTE is offering up LTE-Advanced as their initial offerings into the standards processes. It will be a 3 to 4 year process and more importantly spark of yet more demand for spectrum.

Kenneth EisnerSenior Vice President, Business Development and MaONE ECONOMY CORP.

Apple iPhone is a Humongous, Game-Changer: Read this to Understand Why

August 1, 2008

Analysis of:Verizon Says iPhone Has Had Minimal Impact | www.ipodobserver.com

In this article, I discuss 10 points on why the Apple iPhone has made mobile / mobile Web / mobile commerce the most important opportunity of the coming year.  Whether it is the four "killer apps" on the iPhone, carrier disintermediation in tandem with Google, the speed to 4G, or the way it has made RIM, Palm, Verizon, and others change their strategy ... this product is revolutionalizing the way we look at wireless.  For years, we listened to the carriers and handset manufacturers say that we shouldn't build for the Web or convergence because consumers weren't using these elements, and now we know for sure that it is because that user experience wasn't ready for prime time.

Afarin BellisarioFounder and PresidentTranstrategy, Inc

iPhone is really not a big deal

July 30, 2008

Analysis of:Verizon Says iPhone Has Had Minimal Impact | www.ipodobserver.com

Verizon business appears to be expanding as a result of strength in wireless and FiOS, and not be effected by iPhone.  This confirm the fundumentals of the market and trends.

Kenneth EisnerSenior Vice President, Business Development and MaONE ECONOMY CORP.

Sprint's PTT, aka a return to 8-track tapes: Are you kidding me?

July 22, 2008

Analysis of:Consumer push-to-talk: Does anyone really care ‘where you at?’ | telephonyonline.com

In general, I think Sprint has made a never-ending flow of tragic mistakes since their merger with Nextel.  But I rarely see a mistake so obviously devoid of consumer misunderstanding that a PTT revival.  These guys need a suitor, fast.

Kenneth EisnerSenior Vice President, Business Development and MaONE ECONOMY CORP.

10 Requirements to Reach Mobile Commerce Critical Mass because of Apple iPhone (and why the Nielsen report is dangerous)

July 22, 2008

Analysis of:Report: Mobile Internet use has reached "critical mass" | arstechnica.com

In this article, I give a preview of my 11 step analysis to mobile commerce usage, driven quickly forward by the introduction of the Apple iPhone, then adjust it slightly for mobile Internet.  But I was appalled by Nielsen's failure to be able to correctly parse the differences between the hideous UI (user interface) and consequent usage of the Motorola RAZR and the elegant Apple iPhone experience.

Kenneth EisnerSenior Vice President, Business Development and MaONE ECONOMY CORP.

We Need Nokia: Innovation Central to Smartphone Growth and Apple iPhone Competition

July 22, 2008

Analysis of:Nokia Tries Apple's Tune | www.businessweek.com

Admittedly a next generation / innovation proponent, I have long held Nokia as my "old world" wireless players or those not named Apple or Google.  Nokia can combine great market presence with true software knowledge to compete in an ever-changing smartphone world.  Music may be a tough entry point, but it is also a necessary facet to a convergent device; I applaud Nokia's efforts, even if the model with Warner may be flawed.

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