Windows Phone 7 is demonstrated in New York, with 10 compatible handsets unveiled for the US market.
The continent needs wireless broadband because the Internet is becoming more complex, says Winston Smith, MD of Alvarion SA.
SA's M-Pesa heads to the 10 000-subscriber milestone, but the growth is too slow if Vodacom hopes to reach 10 million in three years.
The 4G standard is evolving slowly but will play a key role in expanding the impact of IT in the physical world, says Gartner.
In today's technology roundup: Google tests intelligent cars, iPhone 4 troubles continue, UAE scraps BlackBerry ban, and Virgin Galactic completes first flight.
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Cellphone-based offerings can bridge the gap in the developing world where many lack access to formal services.
Zimbabweans can now access life cover via their mobile phones.
Newly-proposed draft radio frequency regulations are under fire for undermining empowerment in the industry.
Both organisations are focused on building long-term relationships with clients.
The country's operators are more than capable of handling the high-end smartphones currently available, say analysts.
The boom in developing mobile apps may be temporary, as the real action is in the mobile Web, experts say.
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