1. Service Provider Mobility: My Mobile Wish
List. Santa, Are You Listening?
Posted by Kevin Shatzkamer Dec 23, 2009
Hello Cisco Mobile Community. I would like to take a minute to introduce myself. I
am one of Cisco’s Chief Architects for Service Provider, focused on the evolution
of mobile network architecture and services.
I will also be Cisco’s Guest Blogger for the month of January. I am excited to
discuss mobility technology, trends, and business models with all of you during
the month. I could also not resist offering an initial post before January rolls
around, in the spirit of the upcoming holidays, to share my 'wish list' of mobile-
related merchandise due to make a big splash in the coming months. What's on
your wish list?
The Qualcomm subsidiary is due to make a big
splash into the rapidly-growing E-reader market
with the launch of a full color E-Reader capable
of not just browsing and reading static text, but
also rendering video and playing games. While
built-in WiFi is a good start, I would like to see
this connect to Qualcomm MediaFLO networks, or
even via 3G networks to Qualcomm’s app store.
Check this out at Mirasol Display's Website
The Google Nexus One is rumored to be a fully-
unlocked GSM phone built by HTC, running Google
Android, sold directly by Google. While the device itself
is not too unique -- another in a long line of potential
'iPhone killers' - the business model certainly is.
Google is apparently taking a step away from traditional
subsidization and exclusivity relationships that have kept
the iPhone out of T-Mobile users hands. I hope January
brings a spirited debate on our blog regarding devices
such as these, and their impact on the mobile industry.
The new LG Expo, recently launched on the AT&T
network in the US, is more than just another new
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touchscreen smartphone in a crowded market, but also
a projector. So, for you folks who get to a conference
room, only to find out that the overhead projector has
disappeared.. worry no more! LGExpo.com has all the
info.
Vizit, by Isabella Products. In a time when the
world is migrating to multi-functional devices,
Isabella Products has released a single-purpose
photo sharing service that relies on the mobile
network for delivery from a cell phone camera to
a digital picture frame. I am awaiting next year’s
launch with eager anticipation. VizitMe website is
a great starting point for further information.
FlipShare TV (a Cisco product) is another great single-
purpose little device that extends the benefits of Flip
cameras. If you like the simplicity of the Flip for taking
videos, imagine extending that simplicity further and
allowing you to display the videos on any TV. No more
messing with multiple cables for audio and video -- just
leave the FlipShare connected to your TV and plug the
USB dongle into your PC. Viola! The Flip website has
product details available.
Teliasonera Sweden has officially launched the first
commercial LTE network. While this is a great
success for the 3GPP community and certainly
just the beginning of LTE -- I just can’t quite get
a LTE signal here in Boston, MA. How did that old
Dire Straits song go? "I Want My L T E" ?
To build on the broadband theme, I will take any
standardized mobile broadband technology.
WiMAX has the potential to provide me with a
high-speed wireless data connection, similar to
LTE, from a multitude of devices. Fortunately
for all of us, Clearwire USA’s plans for WiMAX
buildout are very aggressive. We don’t have to
wait too much longer to experience 4G. For more
information on Clearwire’s build plans, and to
track WiMAX availability in the US, visit Clearwire's
website.
Staying on the WiMAX theme, Samsung has released
a WiMAX-enabled handheld device, the Mondi, with a
full QWERTY keyboard and 4.3" LCD screen. And when
I leave a WiMAX coverage area, the Mondi has built-in
WiFi so that I can still access the web while on the road.
Samsung USA's website has a great summary of the
device.
The Wikireader is a great little device to amaze your
friends to come across as very intelligent or grossly
mis-informed (sometimes) on any topic. While today's
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Wikireader is basically Wikipedia-on-a-memory-stick, I
still hold out hope that a 3G radio will eventually find its
way into this device.
Consider this my shameless plug and self-promotion of
my own book. IP Design for Mobile Networks provides
a great overview of mobile technologies and strategies
that will shape the evolution of 3G and 4G mobile
networks for years to come. I find that a deep technical
dive into the inner-workings of OFDM, IMS, SIGTRAN,
and CEoPS makes a great stocking-stuffer for your
loved ones. You can buy your copy from Cisco Press.
Have a happy holidays and looking forward to seeing and interacting with everyone in the
new year! Kevin ShatzkamerChief Architect, Service ProviderCisco Systems
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