Equinix has entered a definitive agreement to purchase a portfolio of 24 data centre sites and their operations from Verizon for $3.6 billion.
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UAE tops GCC nations in 4G speed
The UAE topped its neighbouring GCC countries when it came to 4G speeds, where it averaged 27.47Mbps. 0 6286
Etisalat launches VoLTE services
According to the telco company, the new service will allow its mobile customers, both prepaid and post-paid, to use LTE for full voice and data services on a single LTE-enabled device.
Ericsson launches ‘5G Plug-Ins’
Ericsson has announced a line ‘5G Plug-Ins,’ which are software-driven innovations that bring essential 5G technology concepts to today’s cellular networks.
Alfa, Ericsson bring 4G LTE-A coverage across Lebanon
Alfa, the first Lebanese mobile network managed by Orascom Telecom, signed an agreement with Ericsson to deploy 4G LTE-A network across Lebanon.
CommScope unveils new wireless network site solutions
CommScope has announced that it is offering new cell site solutions that make deploying sites easier and adding capacity more efficient.
Etisalat to offer 4G LTE Mi devices
Etisalat announced that it will exclusively introduce the latest 4G LTE Mi smart devices from the Xiaomi stable for its UAE customers.
Gigamon to showcase solutions at Telecoms World Middle East
Gigamon has announced its participation in Telecoms World Middle East 2015 (TWME), which will take place on 14th to 15th September at The Ritz-Carlton DIFC, Dubai.
InnJoo unveils new Fire Plus smartphone
InnJoo announced the launch of new 5.5-inch smartphone, Fire Plus. According to the smart-device company, the new slim edge smartphone is equipped with full HD IPS screen that aims to offer clear visual effect even under strong outdoor lighting conditions.
Connecting the world
Tarek Saadi, Vice President and Head of Sales, Ericsson Region Middle East and East Africa, talks about the company’s Network Society vision and the trends shaping the regional telecom landscape.
The spectrum conundrum
The rapid growth in mobile broadband means operators need access to a sufficient amount of spectrum and the right bandwidth to achieve the required quality of service.