Still in the early stages of development, IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) will take at least another year to get going, but has enormous potential, according to In-Stat, a high-tech market research firm. IMS will allow users to seamlessly communicate across multiple networks-wireless, WiFi, broadband, cable-using several different end-user interface devices.
The report and forecasts focus specifically on cellular carriers and applications that are most appropriate for the customers of wireless networks. "IMS was originally developed for 3G carriers," says David Chamberlain, In-Stat analyst. "This report quantifies the possible effects of IMS deployment by cellular companies."
Each of the three five-year forecast scenarios in the report includes detailed methodology and assumptions to use as milestones to chart the progress of IMS deployments in the future. In-Stat says that the introduction and growth of IMS applications and services is dependent on several factors, including selection and implementation of infrastructure, trial and adoption of consumer-oriented applications and services, and handset availability."It is likely that the significant growth in IMS applications and services being offered by wireless will begin to appear well into 2007," it says.
Motorola move
Meanwhile, Motorola, Inc., which has been having a dream run with its RAZR series of mobile handsets, will be launching a whole bunch of new products for the entry-level GSM and CDMA handsets, as part of its Motomobile portfolio. The new range will be targeted at the so-called "emerging markets" like India, which are very price sensitive. Motorola says that responding to a lack of ready access to electricity, the new handsets deliver up to two weeks of stand-by time. Lack of electricity also means a lack of light, so a "lantern" facility has been developed for use at night or in dark environments. For many consumers, radio is the primary source of news and information so all of the new handsets also incorporate an FM radio. The announcement further demonstrates Motorola’s growing momentum since its selection by the GSM Association (GSMA) over twelve months ago to develop and supply mass
market handsets as part of the Emerging Market Handset (EMH) programme. Motorola says its W220 handset includes a built-in stereo FM radio, picture messaging, alarm clock and up to 600 entry phone book, while the W375 combines strikingly svelte design and a splash of colorful self- expression with an integrated VGA camera etc to help users express their individuality. All handsets are expected to be available in the second half of 2006.
The report and forecasts focus specifically on cellular carriers and applications that are most appropriate for the customers of wireless networks. "IMS was originally developed for 3G carriers," says David Chamberlain, In-Stat analyst. "This report quantifies the possible effects of IMS deployment by cellular companies."
Each of the three five-year forecast scenarios in the report includes detailed methodology and assumptions to use as milestones to chart the progress of IMS deployments in the future. In-Stat says that the introduction and growth of IMS applications and services is dependent on several factors, including selection and implementation of infrastructure, trial and adoption of consumer-oriented applications and services, and handset availability."It is likely that the significant growth in IMS applications and services being offered by wireless will begin to appear well into 2007," it says.
Motorola move
Meanwhile, Motorola, Inc., which has been having a dream run with its RAZR series of mobile handsets, will be launching a whole bunch of new products for the entry-level GSM and CDMA handsets, as part of its Motomobile portfolio. The new range will be targeted at the so-called "emerging markets" like India, which are very price sensitive. Motorola says that responding to a lack of ready access to electricity, the new handsets deliver up to two weeks of stand-by time. Lack of electricity also means a lack of light, so a "lantern" facility has been developed for use at night or in dark environments. For many consumers, radio is the primary source of news and information so all of the new handsets also incorporate an FM radio. The announcement further demonstrates Motorola’s growing momentum since its selection by the GSM Association (GSMA) over twelve months ago to develop and supply mass
market handsets as part of the Emerging Market Handset (EMH) programme. Motorola says its W220 handset includes a built-in stereo FM radio, picture messaging, alarm clock and up to 600 entry phone book, while the W375 combines strikingly svelte design and a splash of colorful self- expression with an integrated VGA camera etc to help users express their individuality. All handsets are expected to be available in the second half of 2006.