Nokia to offer ARM-based smartbook

Nokia, in addition to its recently unveiled netbook, the Nokia Booklet 3G, will offer an ARM-based smartbook and soon settle ODM orders, according to Taiwan-based handset makers, reports DigiTimes.

For the initial smartbook orders, Nokia is likely to outsource the production to either Compal Electronics or Foxconn Electronics. Nokia's first smartbook is not expected to hit the market until mid-2010.

In addition to expanding its product line, Nokia aims to extend its Ovi services from handsets to PC products as the Booklet 3G will come with Ovi features such as Ovi Music Store, Ovi Maps and also Ovi Suite, sources said.

XO Communications has enhanced its voice over Internet Protocol (VOIP) service with expanded coverage, upgraded business features, and interoperability support for a wider range IP-PBX platforms, states Network World.

XO says it has doubled its footprint across the US by providing VOIP services to 80% of major metropolitan markets.

In a series of domestic and international partner agreements, XO disclosed it planned to add more network coverage and was exploring other strategic partnerships and opportunities.

Market research firm In-Stat has released a report showing that fixed mobile convergence (FMC) handset connections will increase to 31 million by 2013, says TMCnet.

The study reveals that around 19% of businesses with WiFi capability use voice over WiFi.

The report also shows that business users appreciate the ability to seamlessly roam between wire line and wireless networks more than other FMC solutions.