Telstra has upgraded its Next G HSPA+ network to support peak uplink speeds of 5.8Mbps. Customers should expect typical upload speeds of 300Kbps - 3Mbps, Telstra said.
Indonesian operator Telcomsel has contracted ZTE to build a GSM/UMTS network. Telkomsel plans to have 3G services operational in 147 cities by 2013.
Arbinet has changed full name from Arbinet-thexchange Inc to Arbinet Corporation. CEO Shawn O\'Donnell said the change reflects Arbinet\'s expanded business offerings.
Hibernia Atlantic has completed phase one deployment of a new trans-Atlantic fiber cable linking Northern Ireland with North America.
KDDI has appointed infrastructure provider Starent Networks to deploy a security gateway for its Wi-Fi WIN service.
Most Australian consumers are satisfied with their telecom services, but are becoming more likely to switch providers or complain if their satisfaction wanes, Australia\'s telecom regulator said.
US operator AT&T has launched a handset dedicated to social networking. Developed by Motorola, the Karma features homescreen access to both Facebook and MySpace.
Apple CEO Steve Jobs has been quoted in a recent press release, fueling speculation he may have returned to work following a liver transplant to treat his pancreatic cancer.
US carrier Verizon is raising the prices of many of its triple-play bundles by up to $10 per month, despite the recession.
Hong Kong mobile operator one2free has partnered with smartcard provider Octopus to provide rewards on one2free purchases.
China Mobile is offering free TD-SCDMA handsets to 3G subscribers signing up for a two-year contract. Users can choose between 16 models, SCMP.com said.