Sinch, which is pioneering the way the world communicates through its Customer Communications Cloud, has partnered with Singtel, Asia’s leading communications technology group, to become the first provider to enable Rich Communication Services (RCS) for businesses in Singapore. Sinch and Singtel are now offering businesses an advanced platform to connect with customers through secure and branded messaging directly in their native mobile inboxes.
Huawei is revolutionizing the wrist-worn device market, especially in China, by bucking global trends and achieving significant growth. With a 42% year-on-year increase in shipments, Huawei leads thanks to strategic market expansion and robust domestic performance.
EE has launched its 5GSA mobile network across 15 UK cities, including London, Manchester, and Glasgow, aiming to enhance mobile coverage and performance. Alongside this, the new Wi-Fi 7 Smart Hub Pro promises superior home broadband speeds and connectivity. These advancements position EE as a forefront leader in the UK’s cellular network arena.
The Swansea Bay City Deal awarded VMO2 a contract to upgrade fibre infrastructure. The global smartphone market is expected to grow, driven by Android sales in China and emerging markets. Patton acquired Raymar Information Technology to continue supporting crucial legacy industrial technologies. EE has released age-specific smartphone usage guidelines.
The FCC approved SpaceX to replace its aging Starlink satellites with advanced second-gen models. The number of Australians using FWA for home broadband nearly doubled. Hiya’s report found nearly 20 billion spam calls globally. The UK CMA has paused its app store investigations into Apple and Google.
Intel’s decision to sell its stake in Arm Holdings during Q2 is a strategic move amid job cuts and intense competition from AMD and Qualcomm. This shift allows Intel to focus on AI chips and for-hire manufacturing, making it crucial for VoIP providers to closely monitor Intel’s evolving strategy in the tech industry.
The FCC’s new Mobile Speed Test app is revolutionizing the accuracy of the National Broadband Map. This advanced app replaces the old FCC Speed Test app and introduces hands-free testing while driving, enhancing user convenience. Accurate broadband data is essential for programs like BEAD, making this app a game-changer.
Microsoft and Lumen Technologies are revolutionizing their data centers to meet AI-driven demand with an enhanced network infrastructure. Leveraging Microsoft Cloud, this partnership aims to accelerate Lumen’s digital transformation. The collaboration underscores the importance of robust networks in supporting AI applications, promising efficiency and innovation in VoIP and technology sectors.
Ericsson and Oppo have entered a multi-year cross-licensing patent agreement, reinforcing their collaboration on 5G projects and cellular technology advancements. Oppo will make royalty payments to Ericsson under this new arrangement. This deal bolsters Ericsson’s patent portfolio and demonstrates the efficacy of business negotiations in the VoIP and 5G sectors.
The anticipated turnaround in the augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) market remains elusive, as first-quarter shipments have once again plummeted. According to recent data from IDC, the volume of AR/VR shipments dropped by a staggering 67.4% compared to the same period last year. This decline follows a 54.4% drop in the first quarter of 2023 from the previous year.
