Technology advancements in many areas make it possible to build devices that were not possible 20, 10, or even 5 years ago. The rapid evolution of Integrated Circuits (IC) has been one key factor and the other key factors are the rapid development of colour screens and camera’s. Advancements in IC’s have led to the [...]
Fixed broadband offered by traditional providers such as BT and NTL are restricted in the areas where they are available. In term of large towns and cities the data rates offered are reasonably good but when it comes to rural areas and small towns what is offered by the traditional broadband providers is somewhat limited [...]
Ofcom were under pressure to release the UK networks coverage maps after a freedom of information request. Despite initially denying any knowledge of such data Ofcom finally released nationwide 3G coverage maps for all UK networks.
Each operator already publishes their network coverage hence it is not clear why Ofcom were making such a big [...]
The Directory of Mobile Phone numbers goes live next week. All numbers (including those belonging to children) may be open to cold calling.
The company launching this service claims to have a policy not to include anyone in the directory who isn’t 18 years of age. However most children receive their mobile phone from their parent [...]
Mobile phones now come with Bluetooth functionality as a standard feature in most devices. This means more and more accessories such as hands-free ear pieces and car kits are commonly used and as a result Bluetooth functionality is left active in most mobiles by the users.
Mobiles with Bluetooth activated are prone to attacks from Bluetooth [...]
Future capabilities in mobile technology is evolving at a super fast pace. The network operators, backhaul transmission solutions and mobile handset manufacturers are struggling to keep up.
Currently network operators are deploying mobile technology solutions that can offer data rates up to 7.2Mbps in the downlink direction and 1.4Mbps in the uplink direction. This is not [...]
Bluejacking became popular in 2003 when many of the well known media organisations started reporting on the new mobile craze.
So what is Bluejacking, for many people who have never come across it, this is still an unknown phenomenon. Put simply Bluejacking involves sending anonymous text messages to other phone users via Bluetooth within range. [...]
The growth in High Speed Data Services over the mobile network is moving exponentially towards the sky. The demand for such services is growing faster than what the networks can deliver. If you look at the data packages currently offered by all UK networks, you will find a common theme which is unlimited data packages [...]
