CELLULAR TELEPHONE
Nokia began in 1865 as a paper mill, expanded into rubber and cables, launched its first handheld in 1987 and led mobile phones by 1998; after 149 years, its handset business was sold to Microsoft in 2014
Nokia's move toward telecommunications developed gradually rather than happening overnight. The company entered telecommunications equipment through Finnish Cable Works, whose electronics activities included radio-transmission equipment.
Quote of the day by Martin Cooper: ‘It’s good to let your mind run free. But an inventor needs a...’ — Life lessons from an inspirational quote on the courage to dream, and the discipline to make the dream real
Quote of the day by Martin Cooper: “It’s good to let your mind run free” speaks to the value of imagination, curiosity and allowing ourselves to think beyond what already exists. The idea also applies to everyday life, where new possibilities often emerge through uncertainty, mistakes, difficult decisions and the willingness to question familiar ways of thinking.
Bishnu S. Atal: The Indian-born scientist whose breakthrough helped make mobile phone calls possible
Bishnu S. Atal, an accomplished engineer from India, made remarkable contributions to the fields of digital telephony and cellular technology. His groundbreaking research concentrated on speech processing and data compression, which significantly minimized the requirements for data transmission. He pioneered innovations like linear predictive coding and code-excited linear prediction, which laid the groundwork for cellular systems such as TDMA, CDMA, and GSM.
Being without a mobile today is a fate worse than disconnection
It probably has the largest number of self-evident addicts and has tremendous damage potential, yet it is perfectly legal.
Delhi HC issues notice to Vodafone on Matrix Cellular's plea
The Delhi High Court has issued notices to senior executives at Vodafone, after Matrix Cellular had filed a contempt petition.
Bharti net dives 38% on interest costs, forex losses
Bharti Airtel missed analyst estimates to report a bigger-than-expected drop in profit as the country’s largest mobile operator remains weighed down by increased interest costs and forex losses.
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Telecom firms will pay service tax on sale of SIM cards: SC
SC has held that telecom operators will have to pay service tax on the sale of SIM cards as these transactions entail their processing and activation for providing cellphone services.
Mobile phone companies like Bharti Airtel, Vodafone Essar & Idea Cellular, slash dealers' margins to deal with receding profits
Mobile phone cos have started slashing dealers' margins on recharge coupons and rejigging voice and text tariffs in certain regions.
Nokia's paint unit catches fire
A major fire broke out on Thursday in the paint unit of mobile phone major Nokia at Sriperumpudur, about 40 kms from here, officials said.
Sistema's India operations losses widen Rs 666 crore
Mobile phone company Sistema said losses from its Indian arm widened by 63% to Rs 666 crore for the three months ended March 31.
Gadget gurus: Adding features don't complement utility
What is clear, though, is that in the race to differentiate themselves in a crowded market, manufacturers are taking a cue from mobile phone makers.
Egyptians stock up on food, water as protests rage
After 24 years in Canada, Rafik and Leila Baladi moved back to Cairo two weeks ago to settle down.
Nokia launches affordable mobile phone targeting youngsters
Targeting youngsters who want to be connected to social networking sites, Nokia today launched its affordable mobile phone with QWERTY device in Gujarat.
Croco-dial dandy
The crocodile in J M Barrie's Peter Pan did not seem too worse for wear after swallowing a clock, and followed Captain Hook in search of more arm candy for many years.
It's a mad world
The world, it seems, may now with adequate reason be divided into two groups. Those with gadgets and those without them.
Techcom India forays into mobile handset market
Techcom India on Thursday launched seven new mobile phones and said it aims to capture 2-3 per cent of the country's handset market.
Even network error can’t save a marriage
When a Muslim man wants to divorce his wife under Islamic law, network congestion or other problems of modern telecommunications cannot come in the way.
No plans to hike stake in Uninor right now: Telenor
Telenor said there are no immediate plans to increase its stake in Indian joint venture Uninor.
How mobile phone retailer UniverCell dialled success
For a mobile phone retailer, how does one call the ‘right number’? ET bureau speaks to D. Sathish Babu, founder, UniverCell.
Trai to frame rules to clear tariff plan haze
Telecom regulator Trai will frame new guidelines to make cellphone tariffs more transparent and help customers make informed choices about their mobile plans.
Google Voice: Next killer application?
Google releases so many products-most of them free-that it’s easy to overlook one that’s really special. Google Voice qualifies.
Zen Mobile unveils M16 mobile
The M16 joins the league of M20, M25 and M40 range of handsets launched by Zen Mobile under its ‘M’ series of handsets.
Talk isn't cheap: Telcos charge for customer care
Now, it costs money to speak to your phone company's customer care.
Bharti objects to Sri Lankan mobile phone prices
Bharti Airtel has petitioned Sri Lanka's Supreme Court to stop a new minimum mobile phone price plan announced by the telecom regulator, an official said Sunday.
New iPhone not that 'gripping' for left-handers
If you are a left-hander and planning to buy the new Apple iPhone 4, then think again, many new owners of the must-have mobile have said that it is not that good for left-handed people.
Nokia launches bicyle-enabled low-price handsets
Nokia launched handsets and a recharger that can be connected to a bicycle's dynamo.
Nokia launches bicyle-enabled low-price handsets
The world’s largest mobile phone maker on Thursday launched four low-priced handsets and a recharger that can be connected to a bicycle’s dynamo, charging when the wheels turn.
Now, access Facebook on mobile devices for free
Popular social networking site Facebook can now be accessed through mobile devices for free or without any data charges in 45 countries, including India, on select mobile networks.
Telenor kicks off hunt for bigger rival
The fledgling Indian unit of Norway’s Telenor is considering buying a bigger rival.
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