Artimi develops embedded wireless USB reference design

Artimi Inc. has developed a small format module pre-integrated into a leading digital still camera (DSC) reference platform to help manufacturers bring Wireless USB-enabled cameras to market more quickly. The camera uses embedded technology, not external Wireless USB dongles, for high-speed wireless data transfer of photos from the camera to a PC, printer, storage or display. Artimi integrated its WiMedia-based Wireless USB module with the market-leading DSC platform used by multiple brand-name vendors of digital cameras. This pre-integrated reference design allows OEM and ODM camera vendors to quickly add ultra simple wireless connectivity to their existing platform without re-architecting the basic design or re-writing the core software. Next-generation digital cameras with Wireless USB will provide valuable benefits for consumers by eliminating need to use cables and speeding transfer of multimedia content and data.

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Sirenza Microdevices' Transceiver Products Selected for AvaLAN ...

BROOMFIELD, Colo., BUSINESS WIRE -- Sirenza Microdevices (NASDAQ:SMDI) today announced that the company's ML2722 and ML5800 transceiver products are now being used as the transceiver solution in AvaLAN Wireless Systems' wireless Ethernet products. "We are pleased to be providing these key components for this innovative company in the wireless Ethernet market," said Steve Moore, Sirenza's consumer products strategic business Learn high-end directing technique with Hollywood Camera Work 6 DVD set');" onMouseOut="setTimeout('hideLayer()',500);" class=hotlink2>director. "We have been able to provide AvaLAN with highly integrated transceiver solutions that help position AvaLAN in a market leadership position with both their 900 MHz and 5.8 GHz platforms." "We are excited about our successful collaboration with Sirenza," said Ray Shilling, vice president of sales and marketing for AvaLAN Wireless Systems.

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Wireless temperature measurement

Measurement Computing Corporation (Norton, Massachusetts), market leader in low-cost data acquisition, has announced through its UK distributor Adept Scientific (Letchworth, Herts) the release of two wireless temperature input devices modelled on the popular USB-TC and the USB-TEMP. The new products, the WLS-TC and the WLS-TEMP, are essentially identical to their USB predecessors but with an added RF module, which allows for wireless data transfer. The RF modules were engineered to meet IEEE 802.15.4 standards and support the unique needs of low-cost, low-power wireless sensor networks. The modules require minimal power and provide reliable delivery of data between devices. The modules operate within the ISM 2.4 GHz frequency band. Users can acquire and process temperature data for monitoring and control at distances up to 50 metres indoors, and as much as 750 metres line-of-sight outdoors.

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Survey Shows that Corporate Wireless LAN Deployment is Increasing ...

As enterprises seek to reap the benefits of mobility, 64 percent of businesses intend to increase wireless local-area network (WLAN) deployment during the next 12 months, according to a new survey by Gartner, Inc.In October and November 2005, Gartner asked 200 networking and business technology organizations in North America and Europe about their views on WLAN technology. Respondents identified their reasons for adoption, the extent of deployment, concerns about using WLANs and the problems encountered.A total of 44 percent of respondents said the primary reason to deploy a WLAN was improving productivity with mobility. 21 percent said the primary reason was to provide access to places not possible to wire, while 13 percent of respondents thought wireless networks were a less-expensive or simpler way to deploy LAN connectivity, or they considered using WLANs to improve efficiency in specific business processes or operations.Although wireless LANs are not a new endeavor, interest in them is still growing.

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Kyocera Wireless and Runcom to collaborate on mobile WiMAX-powered ...

Kyocera Wireless Corp. and Runcom Technologies will be collaborating on the development of consumer electronic devices employing the latest in broadband Mobile WiMAX technology. The agreement leverages Kyocera's expertise in wireless device development and Runcom's leading chipset technologies. Kyocera is claimed to be one of the leading global suppliers of CDMA wireless devices and accessories, while Runcom Technologies is the pioneer in OFDMA enabling technologies for Mobile WiMax. WiMax delivers high-speed broadband fixed and mobile services wirelessly to large areas using considerably less infrastructure than previous wireless protocols. When paired with new MIMO (multiple input, multiple output) technology, it can deliver mobile services three to five times faster than today's third-generation (3G) standards at a lower cost.

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NSW free wireless plan gets underway

In the first significant step towards free wireless broadband throughout NSW's most popular cities, the state government today announced a tender inviting Internet providers to bid for the large-scale development. NSW Minister for Commerce, John Della Bosca, announced Internet providers were being invited to take part in the Iemma government's initiative to provide free wireless broadband to the state's major CBD areas. Della Bosca said the expression of interest released called for partnerships between the Iemma government and the private sector to provide universal broadband access. "Universal wireless broadband access will increase opportunities for government and business to deliver services more efficiently, to more people, while residents and visitors will have improved email and internet access," Della Bosca said.

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National Grid Wireless generates interest

Blackstone, CVC and Apax are among parties considering a bid for National Grid Wireless, the £2 billion mobile phone and broadcast infrastructure business. Warburg Pincus and Cinven are also thought to have expressed interest in the business, whose owner, National Grid, effectively hoisted a “for sale” sign when it announced plans to demerge the division last year. .

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FFTP Network vs. Muni Wireless in San Francisco

Early next month, San Franciscos Board of Supervisors will vote on whether or not to approve the citys deal with Google/Earthlink for providing the area with free wireless internet access. As the date gets closer, suggestions for alternatives to the project are brought to the forefront. The Fog City Journal reports that Public Net San Francisco, a coalition of various community groups and Internet professionals, insisted that the City of San Francisco cancel the pending Google/Earthlink monopoly WiFi deal, and instead use the Citys existing high speed fiber optic network as the backbone to build a truly modern, fast, and free, public communications system. There are multi-faceted concerns about the Earthlink deal, including issues with the city signing on to a multi-year monopoly by one company.

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Apple Patches Mac Wireless Security Hole

Apple Inc. on Thursday released a security update to patch a hole in the wireless Internet software built into many of its computers running Mac OS X. The update applies to Core Duo versions of the Mac mini, MacBook and MacBook Pro computers equipped with wireless. Affected Mac users can download the patch via OS X's Software Update feature, or directly from Apple Downloads. The vulnerability was the last flaw documented in November as part of the Month of Kernel Bugs project, which sought to showcase 30 previously unnoticed security holes in the deepest recesses of various operating systems software (the "kernel" describes a vital component of all computer operating systems that is responsible for handling communication between system software and hardware). Apple credits the discovery to Lance M.

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New wireless service will use WiMAX to connect

Clearwire, a Kirkland, Wash.-based wireless Internet company, is installing antennas, poles and other equipment at several sites, including Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital. A company spokesman said in an e-mail that he could not disclose Clearwire's expansion plans and did not return subsequent calls seeking comment. But Marianne Boring, a Tri-Cities independent contractor working for the company, confirmed that Clearwire was developing a new wireless service in Yakima. Craig McCaw, who built one of the first nationwide cell phone networks, created the company in 2003. Through its service, users can access high-speed Internet anywhere in its service area through a wireless modem. Its service is offered in more than 370 cities worldwide, including the Tri-Cities.

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Top 10 Global Wireless Predictions for 2007

Com) -- inCode Telecom Group, Inc., a global business and technology consulting firm, revealed its Top 10 Global Wireless Predictions for 2007. The predictions help identify emerging wireless trends for the year and indicate ways that consumers and businesses will benefit. These trends include widespread use of mobile social networks, greater choice in multi-function devices and more wireless home entertainment options. "Over the past few years, consolidation rationalized and stabilized most wireless markets," said Bengt Nordstrom, Chief Strategy Officer for inCode. "Now we're ready for the next level, where Internet services are mobilized and deeply woven into our everyday lives, whether we're at home, work or play." In 2007 affordable handsets and service bundling will make mobile data a more attractive offering in established markets, where third-generation (3G) networks could become the preferred choice for most customers.

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Verizon Wireless Completes More Than $256 Million in Texas Network ...

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 26 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Verizon Wireless announced today it has completed more than $256 million in enhancements to its Texas voice and data wireless network this year. The investment includes a significant expansion of its EV-DO high-speed wireless broadband network, as well as adding and updating cell sites and technology throughout the state. These network enhancements allow the latest generation of wireless technology including video messaging, games and multimedia content, handheld GPS-enabled navigation and the ability to download music over-the-air directly to a wireless phone. Verizon Wireless made a significant expansion of its EV-DO high-speed wireless broadband network throughout Texas, including Sherman/Denison, Wichita Falls, Waco, Temple/Killeen and Bryan/College Station in North and Central Texas.

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Choate Wireless Takes Steps Forward

The new Choate wireless system, instituted at the start of the month, is centered at Brownell on Upper Campus and is one of the fastest wireless networks available. Its obvious that most people like wireless Internet access more than its more grounded, wired counterpart. The cord-free technology is convenient, and easier to use than its outmoded predecessor. There have been mixed reactions from students regarding the new system. Ashley McGeary 08 is pleased with the new system. She said, I like being able to walk around with my computer free from wires...it is really convenient to have internet access without having to plug anything in. However, Chris Bakes 10 was more reserved with his praise, saying, Its an awesome idea, but if youre not in range then its not so great.

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Ulster County Residents to Benefit From Verizon Wireless Network ...

POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y., Jan. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- In a continuing effort to provide the best wireless service for local residents in Ulster County, Verizon Wireless has expanded its network with a new cell site in Wawarsing. The new site increases coverage and capacity along Route 209 South toward Spring Glenn, along Route 209 North toward Wawarsing, and within the village of Ellenville. This network expansion is part of the company's aggressive multi-billion dollar network investment each year (more than $1 billion every 90 days) to stay ahead of the growing demand for Verizon Wireless voice and data services. Verizon Wireless has invested more than $30 billion - on average, $5 billion every year since the company was formed six years ago - to increase coverage and capacity, and to offer customers the most reliable service available in the nation, including wireless data services such as picture messaging, text messaging, and wireless Internet access.

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TelePlus World Adds 30000 New Points of Distribution for Its ...

MIAMI, FL--(MARKET WIRE)--Jan 25, 2007 -- TelePlus World, Corp. (OTC BB:TLPE.OB - News) (Frankfurt:YT3.F - News) (www.teleplusworld.com), a wireless and telecom reseller offering specialized communications products and services in the U.S. and Canada, is pleased to announce Liberty Wireless, Corp., a wholly owned subsidiary, signed an agreement with Via One, a company that offers next generation point-of-sale technology for the prepaid telecommunications industry. Via One is among the largest providers of prepaid products and services, with thousands of POSA (point-of-sale-access) and retail locations throughout the U.S.As part of the agreement, Liberty Wireless and MX Mobile (a sister company) airtime cards will be available on Via One's terminals currently installed at thousands of merchant locations in key U.S.

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Three new offerings for IEEE 802.15.4 wireless networking from ...

Microchip Inc., a leading provider of microcontroller and analogue semiconductors has released three new offerings for IEEE 802.15.4 wireless networking. Microchip's first RF transceiver, the MRF24J40, is a 2.4GHz IEEE 802.15.4 transceiver targeted for the ZigBee protocol, and proprietary wireless protocols, in RF applications requiring low power and good RF performance. The ZENA wireless network analyser tool further enables development of ZigBee protocol systems using Microchip's semiconductors. Finally, the MiWi protocol is a small-footprint protocol developed by Microchip for customers who do not need ZigBee protocol interoperability but want to use IEEE 802.15.4 transceivers in low-cost peer-to-peer, star and mesh networks. In fact, the MiWi protocol provides low-cost fully functional network protocol for IEEE 802.15.4 transceivers.

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FON Signs Important Wi-Fi Licensing Agreement with Wireless ...

1/25/07 - The German company Spotigo has successfully signed an important licensing agreement for its technically leading Wi-Fi Smart Client. The Spain based company FON - the largest Wi-Fi Community in the world - will be using the Spotigo technology to substantially improve the way its Community members and customers can access its Wi-Fi Community. Spotigo's technology will be provided by FON under the name of the "FON Wi-Fi Connection Manager" and distributed to all of its users and Community members around the world. The FON founder and CEO Martin Varsavsky states, " With this Connection Manager FONs users will be able to detect and connect to FON Access Points, Fonspots, automatically. Simply staying or passing within an area that has coverage of a Fonspot will be enough to automatically get a mobile broadband connection established.

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Wireless Telemetry to Reach $25.3bn by 2009

According to industry analysts Juniper Research, wireless telemetry (or AMR - Automated Meter Reading) will lead the evolving growth in M2M markets over the coming 3 years and beyond. With businesses waking up to the operational benefits and efficiency savings of real-time data monitoring, the revenues will rise from $11.6bn in 2006 to $25.3bn by 2009. The substantial rise in revenues is expected to quadruple by 2011 to $40.8bn. Due to current widespread usage in many commercial vehicles due to legislation, this will contrast with limited growth in telematics from $6.4bn to $11bn in the same period. The other outlets such as security and surveillance, highway and public transport signs, and health care will show encouraging signs. From a cumulative low of $2bn in 2006 they will rise to over $9bn by 2009.

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Critical Links to Integrate NextHop Wireless Controller Software ...

1/24/07 - Critical Links and NextHop Technologies, Inc. announced a sales, marketing and joint development partnership for integrating their industry leading products into a single, turnkey solution. Critical Links will integrate NextHop's wireless LAN (local area network) controller software into their VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) business gateway software platform delivering a single turnkey VoFi (Voice over WiFi) offering for business gateway solutions in enterprise and carrier markets. This integration will provide integrated, production-ready software allowing networking equipment OEMs in the business gateway market to decrease development risk and reduce time-to-market. The edgeBOX software platform from Critical Links is an all-in-one, remotely manageable networking device that incorporates all the latest in-demand technologies such as VoIP, IP-PBX, VPNs (virtual private networks), security and QoS (quality of service).

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Industry’s smallest form-factor UWB solution for Certified ...

With a footprint of only 7.5 mm by 7.5 mm, the Ripcord WCSP boasts the smallest form factor of any Certified Wireless USB-based solution available on the market. As the only company with a single-chip, all-CMOS solution for WiMedia ultrawideband applications, the addition of WCSP to Staccatos portfolio further positions Staccato as the supplier of choice for mobile and portable products that demand a small form factor in combination with low cost and power. This approach further differentiates Staccato from competitors multichip offerings that demand significantly larger space requirements and adversely impact the battery life of mobile products. The WCSP based on Staccatos Ripcord single-chip, all-CMOS solution is expected to be available for general sampling later this quarter, with early samples available through Staccatos Lead Customer Program.

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