Ryan’s 2012 Tech Predictions

Hopefully this post will turn out better than Nic Cage's cinematic masterpiece

Editor’s note: We have asked each of our researchers to pull together considerations meant to help in your planning for 2012. We solicit your feedback on all these predictive posts. bg  In 2011, we had some really great technology advances – many were mobile-centric, but did not end there. The mobile world continued to explode in 2011 – with exponential smartphone, app and tablet growth. However, this world continues to fracture as every … [Read more...]

Some Thoughts on Femtocells

AT&T recently released their Femtocell.  This device plugs into your home (or small office) network, and uses your current ISP to provide strong cell coverage.  Currently, AT&T and Sprint are the only networks with full on femtocells.  T-Mobile has their "Hotspot @ Home" which enables Wi-Fi phones to have better calling via your broadband internet, but is not an actual cell tower.  AT&T's offering enables voice and data over the cell … [Read more...]