Gilat hosts free webinar on satellite-based cellular backhaul solutions

Gilat Satellite Networks is inviting mobile network operators to a free live webinar solutions on April 17, 2013 at 13:00 GMT. The webinar will discuss how broadband satellite-powered cellullar backhaul solutions can extend mobile connectivity.

According to Gilat, satellite backhaul solutions can bring mobile networks to remote areas; increase subscriber bases; and fulfill requirements for bandwidth, budget, and network architecture, all while complying with government regulations.

The Gilat free webinar will discuss access schemes that support both small cells and large macro cells, reduction of OPEX through maximum bandwidth efficiency (TDMA,) dedicated channels for high throughput (SCPC,) and support for heterogeneous networks like 2G, 3G, and LTE. All of these can extend mobile connectivity using satellite broadband technology.

Is T-Mobile Revamping Plans In The Near Future?

A rumor has been circling the web that T-Mobile, the telecommunications giant based on Germany, is possibly revamping plans in the near future to make unlimited talk and text a de facto part of experience, where data would be the only changeable factor. On the other hand, Classic tiers, the started $60 plan would have 500MB of full-speed data with hotspot support built-in while subscribers could upgrade their service in 2GB increments that cost between $10-20 dollars per month for individuals. You'd still have 'real' unlimited data on Classic from $90, with the hotspot as a bolt-on option. Specific prices aren't given on the 'leaked' information, though.

An upcoming event this March 26 is scheduled for T-Mobile, right there, maybe, people will get much more about this leaked plans of the said company.

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BlackBerry 10 Sales Appeared To Be Strong

The sales figure on BlackBerry Z10's first-generation phones are in and the company says that the sales "appear to be strong." Limited supply, however, was the reason why BlackBerry Z10 have stock-outs in United Kingdom and Canada.

Also, BlackBerry Z10 is said to be outselling iPhone 5 and Galaxy SIII at major Canadian retailers. BGR even confirmed BlackBerry's early success with half of BlackBerry Z10 sales in Canada and one-third of UK sales have been made to users coming from other platforms.

Todd Coupland, CIBC analyst said in a report that 50 percent of pre-registration for the Z10 in Canada came from users who did not already own BlackBerry devices. However, other analysts worry that Z10's lack of differentiation with other brands such as iPhone and Android may not be compelling to the users.

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Thaicom, CTS, Synertone announce framework agreement for iPSTAR sales

Thaicom Pl, China Telecom Satellite (CTS,) and Synertone Communication Corporation (Synertone) have achieved a framework agreement that will allow Thaicom to sell iPSTAR satellite bandwidth in China.

According to the agreement, Thaicom will sell its China-dedicated iPSTAR capacity (which is about 24% of iPSTAR's total capacity) to Synertone. The Company will be assisted by CTS, Thaicom's official Chinese partner. They and Synertone are currently fine-tuning the agreement.

Thaicom will receive a share in the revenues of Synertone's bandwidth sales in the Chinese market. The satellite operator will also acquire an equity stake in Synertone.

Thanks to this new deal, iPSTAR bandwidth can be leveraged to provide both the private and government sector levels with mobile backhaul, educational projects, and a variety of other services and projects.

Thaicom CEO Suphajee Suthumpun explained that the Company has reached an important milestone for iPSTAR in the critical Chinese market. According to her, Thaicom, CTS, and Synertone will all benefit in various ways from the sale of iPSTAR bandwidth in China.

Thaicom's Chinese partner CTS will be able to expand satellite communications infrastructure throughout China. IPSTAR services and solutions will also give it the ability to quickly deliver services to underserved and un-served locations in the country.

As for Thaicom, the Company will have achieved one of its biggest goals through this deal. Thaicom will have surpassed the break-even point of iPSTAR now that it can deliver satellite capacity to customers in China through CTS and Synertone.