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• Dixons Carphone rings alarm on UK smartphone market

  24-08-2017 19:18 via ft.com
  Retailer blames warning on lack of handsets but analysts point to structural shift
  
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• Tech development and business models are aligning, look out for a spark – Ericsson CTO

  24-08-2017 18:36
  With the world changing so quickly all the time, keeping an eye on trends is a tricky one. Fortunately we had the chance to chat with Ericsson Group CTO Erik Ekudden to get the inside track.
  After being appointed to the top technology job in May, Ekudden has been tasked with setting the tone for Ericsson in its annual technology review, and of course this begins with the network. For the digital economy to be a success, the network needs to be adaptable, flexible, powerful and agile, relying on
  
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• Ericsson CTO – keep an eye out for the tech spark

  24-08-2017 18:36
  With the world changing so quickly all the time, keeping an eye on trends is a tricky one. Fortunately we had the chance to chat with Ericsson Group CTO Erik Ekudden to get the inside track.
  After being appointed to the top technology job in May, Ekudden has been tasked with setting the tone for Ericsson in its annual technology review, and of course this begins with the network. For the digital economy to be a success, the network needs to be adaptable, flexible, powerful and agile, relying on
  
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• Xfinity Mobile Announces Intent to Carry Samsung Galaxy Note8

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  Xfinity Mobile today announced its intent to carry the Samsung GalaxyNote8, the next level Note for people who want to do bigger things.Pricing and pre-order details will be announced soon, and the phone willgo on sale in Xfinity Stores and online on September 15. Stay tuned to XfinityMobile.comfor details.Click here for more.
  
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• Verizon to redeem debt securities on September 22

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  NEW YORK - Verizon Communications Inc. ("Verizon") (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) today announced that it will redeem the following series of notes (the "Notes") on September 22, 2017 (the "Redemption Date"): Click here for more.
  
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• Texas Jury Awards $21M Verdict Against Hughes Network Systems for Patent Infringement

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  MARSHALL, Texas , Aug. An East Texasjury has awarded $21.1 millionin damages to Elbit Systems Ltd. after finding that Hughes Network Systems, LLC infringed one of its groundbreaking patents related to high-speed satellite communications.Click here for more.
  
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• Telefónica Mexico and ItsOn Launch New Digital Service and Mobile App for Movistar On

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  REDWOOD CITY, Calif. , Aug.andnbsp;One of Mexico'slargest mobile operators, Telefónica Mexico, and the leading Digital Experience cloud solution provider, ItsOn, today announced the launch of a new fully digital renovated experience in Mexicounder the Movistar On brand. The enhanced on-device experience enables Movistar On users to customize their service with bundled plans, OTT subscriptions and Value Added Services that better suit their individual needs. In the first and half months si
  
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• SURFsara fait appel au stockage d'objets Scality RING pour dynamiser la collaboration et l'innovation scientifiques

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  SURFdrive Cloud garantit une disponibilité permanente, une collaboration simplifiée et une évolutivité illimitée à plus de 25andnbsp;000 chercheurs dans 50 établissements spécialisés dans la scienceClick here for more.
  
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• Stephen Bye named rising star in U.S. wireless industry

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  DENVER , Aug.andnbsp;C Spire President Stephen Bye was named one of the U.S. wireless industry's rising stars Wednesday along with 10 other executives from Qualcomm, ATandamp;T, Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint, Telecom Infra Project and OneWeb.Click here for more.
  
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• Speedsters Rejoice! Samsungandrsquo;s Galaxy Note8 Launches on T-Mobile this September

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  The speed race is officially no-contest. When the Samsung Galaxy Note8launches on America's best unlimited network on September 15, T-Mobile(NASDAQ: TMUS) customers can experience the Note8's true speed. And, tostart your engines, anyone can go to http://t-mobile.com/samsung-galaxy-note8at 9:01 p.m. PT todayto pre-order theGalaxy Note8. If you purchase on or before September 24, you'll get aFREE SamsungGear 360 Camera (worth $229).Click here for more.
  
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• Securus Wins a Record $73 Million of New Business in the First Eight (8) Months of 2017, Exceeds Full Year Budget for 2017

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  Securus Technologies, a leading provider of civil and criminal justicetechnology solutions for public safety, investigation, corrections andmonitoring, announced today that it had set a new record in the industryby selling $73 million of new contracts in the law enforcement andcorrections sector, and had exceeded its full year budget of $65 million.Click here for more.
  
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• Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 Mobile Platform Delivers Superior Connectivity, Graphics, and 360 Video Immersion on Samsung Galaxy Note8

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  SAN DIEGO , Aug.andnbsp;Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ:QCOM), today announced that its premium mobile platform is powering Samsung's most advanced smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy Note8, for select regions. The Samsung Galaxy Note8 is powered by the Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 835 Mobile Platform, which is one of the first commercial SoC manufactured using 10nm FinFET technology. The SoC integrates the Snapdragon X16 LTE modem supporting Gigabit LTE
  
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• Noteworthy: OtterBox Protects Galaxy Note8 with Full Case Lineup

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  FORT COLLINS, Colo. , Aug. Take note: the new Samsung Galaxy Note8 is feature-packed, giving you so many reasons to protect it from bumps and drops. OtterBox offers a full lineup of premium cases for Galaxy Note8, available now.Click here for more.
  
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• Mississippi Science Fest Presented by C Spire to Celebrate STEM and Feature Apollo 13 Astronaut

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  JACKSON, Miss. , Aug.andnbsp;The 2017 Mississippi Science Fest (MSF) presented by C Spire, launches September 22-23in Jackson, Mississippi'sLeFleur Museum District (LMD). Leaders from all four museums of the LMD organized the event to showcase the Magnolia State's innovative science, technology, engineering and mathematic (STEM) industries and organizations.Click here for more.
  
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• MHO Offers New Solutions

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. , Aug.andnbsp;MHO, the Internet provider with the nation's largest metro networks of FCC-licensed Point-to-Point microwave, has expanded its product offerings with three new Internet solutions: MHO Enterprise, MHO Select, and MHO Essential. Using the most advanced fixed wireless technology, the new services offer different options for clients to best suit their business needs. Click here for more.
  
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• M6 Note, pierwszy model Meizu z procesorem Qualcomm wchodzi na rynek w sierpniu

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  PEKIN, 23 sierpnia 2017 r. Wiodąca marka elektroniki konsumenckiej Meizu zaprezentowała w Pekinie nowy smartfon M6 Note, pierwszy z serii M telefonów od czasu oficjalnego podziału serii M i marki Meizu na dwa oddziały w maju tego roku. Model M6 Note jest pierwszym z serii wyposażonym w procesor Qualcomm po podpisaniu umowy licencyjnej z firmą Qualcomm w 2016 roku. Urządzenie wyposażono w bardzo dobry aparat, dużą i wytrzymałą bat
  
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• Introducing the Samsung Galaxy Note8: Infinite creative inspiration in the palm of your hand

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  NEW YORK , Aug.andnbsp;Spark your creativity with the new Samsung Galaxy Note8, available for preorder on Verizon starting August 24 . The redesigned Galaxy Note8 takes everything that's made the Note series a fan favorite for years and bolsters it with Samsung's gorgeous Infinity Display, an updated S Pen and a redesigned camera system. Order your Samsung Galaxy Note8 from Verizon and save up to 50% when you purchase the phone on Verizon device payment and trade in an eligible device*. Click he
  
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• HelloTech Partners With Samsung To Provide Premium In-Home Service For Samsung Premium Care

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  LOS ANGELES , Aug. HelloTech, the leading on-demand, in-home tech support service, today announced an expanded national partnership with Samsung to provide hands-on technology support and training services as part of Samsung Premium Care. Samsung Premium Care is free for 60 days for customers who purchase Samsung Galaxy Note8 and 30 days for select Samsung mobile devices. Click here for more.
  
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• Global MSP Milestone Technologies Names Industry Veteran as CEO and Appoints New Executives

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  Milestone Technologies, the MSP shaping the way technology is deliveredworldwide, today announced it has promoted Nelson Eng to President andChief Executive Officer (CEO). Additionally, Milestone announced EdwardReginelli as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and appointed Doug Tracy to anewly formed position as Executive Vice President of Global TechnologyOperations. Eng, Reginelli, and Tracy have a successful track record ofdriving billions of dollars in revenue growth across global enterprises.Cli
  
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• Global Diameter Signaling Controller Market 2017-2023: Market is Anticipated to Expand at a CAGR of 47% - Research and Markets

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  The "GlobalDiameter Signaling Controller Market Insights, Opportunity Analysis,Market Shares and Forecast, 2017 - 2023" report has been addedto Research and Markets' offering.Click here for more.
  
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• Get Ready to Create, Make and be Entertained on ATandT's Largest Smartphone Screen, the Samsung Galaxy Note8

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  DALLAS , Aug.andnbsp;Starting tomorrow, ATandamp;T* business and consumer customers can visit att.com/galaxynote8andnbsp;or an ATandamp;T store to preorder the Samsung Galaxy Note8. The smartphone will be available in our stores Sept. 15 .Click here for more.
  
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• Germany Optical Fiber Cables Market Report 2017 - Analysis And Forecast To 2025 - Research and Markets

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  The "Germany:Optical Fiber Cables - Market Report - Analysis And Forecast To 2025"report has been added to Research and Markets' offering.Click here for more.
  
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• Entouch Wireless Launches New Prepaid Wireless Offering: $20 Unlimited Talk, Text, Data Mobile Plans to Millions of Low-Income Americans

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  HIAWATHA, Iowa , Aug.andnbsp;Entouch Wireless, a national provider of wireless telecommunications services, today announced new prepaid wireless plans aimed at making more 4G LTE broadband data and current smartphone technology available to Americans on tight budgets. Consumers can bring their smartphones to Entouch's national network and get no contract, no hassle, unlimited voice and text with broadband data starting as low as $20per month, with smartphones for purchase available for as little
  
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• EdLogics and INTERVENT Team Up to Offer Revolutionary Scope of Wellness Products and Services

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  EdLogics, an innovator in game-based learning, and INTERVENTInternational ("INTERVENT"), a leader in the provision ofscientifically-proven health assessments and interventions, are pleasedto announce a unique strategic partnership that will drive positivehealth behavior change and reduce disease risk by providingcomprehensive, engaging, evidence-based products and services.Click here for more.
  
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• Distributed Antenna System Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2017 - 2025

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  NEW YORK , Aug. The study provides a comprehensive analysis on market growth throughout the above mentioned forecast period in terms of revenue estimates (in US$ Mn), across different geographies. Distributed antenna system (DAS) is an organized network of separated antenna nodes connected to head-end units via fibers and cables. DAS is deployed for indoor as well as outdoor applications. It provides seamless communication network by providing network coverage in every corner of the building or
  
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• Disruptive Way to Shoot 360 on iPhone with a Battery-free Optical Accessory

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  SAN FRANCISCO , Aug. Available today, a small startupSpincle Inc.just announced a new optical accessory that enables you to shoot 360with 6K image quality atandnbsp;the price of $39.99. It's a breakthrough in 360 photography which the price is drastically reduced to 1/10 of many 360 devices on the market. Click here for more.
  
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• CORRECTING and REPLACING Global Tech Leader Robert Youngjohns Joins InMoment Board

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  Second paragraph, fifth sentence of release dated August 22, 2017,should read: Next week, HPE's majority ownership of the business will bespun off into a new entity called Seattle SpinCo (instead of Yesterday,HPE's majority ownership of the business was spun off into a new entitycalled Seattle SpinCo).Click here for more.
  
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• Another state approves CenturyLink acquisition of Level 3

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  MONROE, La. , Aug.andnbsp;The State of New Jersey has approved CenturyLink, Inc.'s (NYSE:CTL) pending acquisition of Level 3 Communications, Inc. (NYSE:LVLT). With the New Jerseyapproval, Californiais the only state that has yet to approve or clear the acquisition. Click here for more.
  
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• Airgain Announces Share Repurchase Program

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  Airgain,Inc. (NASDAQ:AIRG), a leading provider of advanced antenna technologies used toenable high performance wireless networking, has announced that itsBoard of Directors approved a share repurchase program pursuant to whichAirgain may repurchase up to $7 million of shares of its common stock.Click here for more.
  
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• 5G Network Infrastructure Market - Revenue is Projected to Reach $28 Billion By the End of 2023 - Research and Markets

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  The "Global5G Network Infrastructure Market Insights, Opportunity Analysis, MarketShares and Forecast, 2017 - 2023" report has been added to Researchand Markets' offering.Click here for more.
  
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• Verimatrix Extends Framework for Revenue Security with Secure Cloud-Hosting Service

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  AMSTERDAM , Aug.andnbsp;IBC 2017 (Booth #5.A59) - Verimatrix, the specialist in securing and enhancing revenue for multi-network, multi-screen digital TV services around the globe, today announced the launch of the Verimatrix Secure Cloud™, a new deployment option that equips video service operators with a trusted, flexible, fully managed framework for video content security and analytics. Supported by the highly respected Verimatrix Global Services team and monitored on a 24/7/365 basis,
  
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• V auguste prichádza na trh M6 Note, prvý produkt série M od značky Meizu s procesorom Qualcomm

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  PEKING, 23. Popredný výrobca spotrebnej elektroniky, spoločnosť Meizu, uviedla na trh svoj nový smartfón M6 Note, prvý telefón novej série M odkedy značka tohto roku v máji v Pekingu oficiálne rozdelila sériu M a Meizu na dve nezávislé obchodné jednotky. M6 Note je prvým potomkom z tejto produktovej rodiny vybaveným procesorom Qualcomm, odkedy spoločnosť podpís
  
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• Smartphone M6 Note, první produkt série M společnosti Meizu vybavený procesorem Qualcomm, byl představen v srpnu

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  PEKING, 23. Přední společnost spotřebitelské elektroniky Meizu představila svůj nový smartphone M6 Note, první nový telefon řady M, protože společnost v květnu v Pekingu oficiálně rozdělila řadu M a Meizu na dvě nezávislé obchodní jednotky. Smartphone M6 Note je prvním členem rodiny, která má procesor Qualcomm od té doby, kdy byla v roce
  
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• Smart storytelling ambassador celebrates 19th birthday with street kids

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  ICM has been providing health and livelihood support to the ultra poor since 1992 and working with partners in slum communities. The organization operates in 10 locations throughout Visayas and Mindanao.# Click here for more.
  
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• SLINGR announces SLINGRbot, the only solution that communicates with any application or data source from Slack

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  DENVER , Aug.andnbsp;"Today, many users experience chat overload when vendor-specific bots litter their Slack channels with different commands and behaviors. SLINGRbot users can easily interact with all their applications with consistency." - Grace Schroeder, CEO of SLINGR.io. Click here for more.
  
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• Malwarebytes Introduces Malwarebytes for Mac to Protect Against Rising Levels of Mac Malware

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  SANTA CLARA, Calif. , Aug.andnbsp;Malwarebytes™, theandnbsp;leader inandnbsp;advanced malware prevention and remediation solutions, today announced the release of Malwarebytes for Mac, featuring real-time protection to automatically block and remove cyber threats, including malware, adware and potentially unwanted programs. The innovative and fast detection engine has minimal impact on device operations to ensure Mac computers run like they should, and is recommended over traditional antiv
  
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• Loggro anuncia su alianza con Movistar para ofrecer software de gestión en la nube a las empresas colombianas.

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  MEDELLÍN, Colombia , 24 de agosto deandnbsp; Según estudios de la consultora global IDC, en el 2017 la computación en la nube crece siete veces más rápido que otros segmento de tecnología empresarial.andnbsp; Colombiano puede ser ajeno a este fenómeno, especialmente considerando las ventajas de la nube: flexibilidad, información en tiempo real, seguridad contra ataques informáticos y un eficiente respaldo de datos.Click here for more
  
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• La Thaïlande s'associe à l'OCDE pour soutenir sa stratégie de développement national

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  BANGKOK , 24 aoû L'Organisation de coopération et de développement économiques (OCDE) collabore étroitement avec les économies membres et partenaires pour nouer des relations mutuellement bénéfiques afin de renforcer son rôle de plateforme de dialogue politique mondial et d'organisme normatif international. Afin de garantir la pertinence de son action, l'OCDE doit interagir activement et apprendre auprès des pays partenaires maj
  
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• International Care Ministries joins Smart and Operation Smile to treat cleft patients

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  andldquo;Our strong network, relevant content, and value-packed service offers all help us achieve our goal of providing customers with a digital experience like never before,andrdquo; Alberto said. [END] Click here for more.
  
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• Infrastructure Improvements by the Government and Telecom Operators Drive the UAE Cloud Computing Market

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  DUBAI, United Arab Emirates , Aug. The United Arab Emirates(UAE) cloud market is still in early stages of adoption with the implementation of private Infrastrucure-as-a-service (laas) viewed by many as a critical first step towards broader cloud adoption. Government and telecommunication operators' infrastructure improvements are driving the market with public cloud; software-as-a-service (SaaS), and business-process-as-a-service (BPaaS) set to experience the fastest growth in the next three yea
  
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• HEICO Corporation Reports Record Net Income and Net Sales for the Third Quarter of Fiscal 2017; Full Fiscal Year 2017 Net Income and Net Sales Growth Estimates Raised

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  HOLLYWOOD, Fla. andHEICO CORPORATION (NYSE: HEI.A) (NYSE: HEI) today reported that netincome increased 9% to a record $45.7 million, or 53 cents per dilutedshare, in the third quarter of fiscal 2017, up from $42.0 million, or49 cents per diluted share, in the third quarter of fiscal 2016. In thefirst nine months of fiscal 2017, net income increased 18% to a record$132.3 million, or $1.53 per diluted share, up from $111.9 million, or$1.32 per diluted share, in the first nine months of f
  
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• China Unicom Investors Demonstrate New 5G Model for the West, cites Strategy Analytics

  24-08-2017 17:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  BOSTON , Aug. China Unicom's new 2I2C strategy combines close commercial partnerships with minority investments by internet companies and by industry vertical specialists.andnbsp; Strategy Analytics' new Insight - 'China Unicom: A New Internet Partnership Model For 5G?' - explores the reality of China Unicom's new approach and its implications for Western markets. Click here for more.
  
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• Dixons Carphone: smartphone fatigue

  24-08-2017 13:36 via ft.com
  A slump in the shares reflects fears of deeper structural change
  
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• Three launches 100 GB a month contract – yup

  24-08-2017 13:25
  Three has launched a new deal which quite frankly seems ridiculous. 100 GB of data in a SIM-only contract for £25 a month.
  That’s right. It’s not a typo, it literally is 100 GB of data. If there are people out there who can consume that much data inside a single month, I won’t be impressed, I will be slightly disgusted. Below is a short list of things you can do with 100 GB of data:
  Watch Sir Tom Jones bangers on YouTube in 1080p resolution for 50 hours
  140 hours of jealo
  
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• Glasgow’s the best and Cardiff’s the worst – we can only be talking about mobile

  24-08-2017 12:34
  We can practically hear the shock on the other side of the screen, but Cardiff is the worst performer for real-world mobile performance.
  According to the comparison by RootMetrics, the Welsh capital, home to global glories such as the Millennium Stadium, Chippy Lane and, of course, Welsh people, ranked bottom. Demands for a recount have been echoing throughout the nation since the table was unveiled, but we might have to accept the Welsh aren’t perfect at everything.
  The ranking were pulle
  
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• Ericsson launches commercial Gigabit LTE network in China

  24-08-2017 12:05
  Ericsson has launched what it is claiming is a commercial Gigabit LTE network with China Unicom.
  As part of the launch, passengers on the Hainan Island high-speed train were able to watch the unveiling ceremony through LTE broadcast technology and the Gigabit wireless network, though the pair are also in the process of setting up the network in Guangdong, Hainan, Shandong, and Beijing.
  “This remarkable achievement will fulfil our strategy to offer the most advanced services to individuals
  
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• Dixons Carphone tumbles on profit warning

  24-08-2017 11:57 via ft.com
  Shares dive as retailer downgrades outlook amid ‘more challenging mobile market’
  
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• Dixons blames lacklustre new smartphones for hit to profits

  24-08-2017 11:57 via ft.com
  Shares fall 23% after electronics retailer downgrades outlook
  
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• Snap hints at the original content game in an original way

  24-08-2017 11:32
  Snap’s VP of Content Nick Bell has dropped a pretty heavy hint that the Snap team will be looking into original content by the end of the year.
  While some might question the app’s ability to compete in the cut throat world of content, especially considering the previous failure in this area, there are an interesting couple of ideas coming out of the team. What is important to note is this does not seem to be a direct competition for the traditional players in the content game.
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• Benefit Management Solutions employs NewVoiceMedia to strengthen its voice of the customer initiative

  24-08-2017 09:00
  Benefits administration outsourcing company implements ContactWorld to enhance customer service and contact centre efficiencyLONDON, 24 August 2017 – NewVoiceMedia, a leading global provider of cloud contact centre and inside sales technology that enables businesses to have more successful conversations, today announced that New York-based benefits administration company Benefit Management Solutions is using ContactWorld for Service to enhance its contact centre operations and customer exp
  
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