Mobile VoIP: Technology and Business

Abstract

Overview:

This report examines the technical, regulatory and business aspects of VoIP on mobile networks (MVoIP). It analyzes the key aspects of the HSPA, HSPA+ and LTE technology and highlights its challenges and opportunities. It evaluates current standardization efforts in 3GPP bodies on IMS and VoLGA and the status of regulatory requirements in different countries. The business impact of each of the technology, standards and regulatory restrictions are presented. A survey of the key players - client and infrastructure - and their offerings are presented. Potential deployment trends are examined based on the current VoIP solutions in the market.

Select Questions Answered in Report:

• Will 4G technologies be the catalyst for VoIP on Mobile' s dominance?
• When will we see cheaper wireless rates due to VoIP?
• Who will be the market leaders?

Key Benefits:

• Reader will obtain a full understanding of the technical, regulatory and business environment driving VoIP in the wireless market
• This paper evaluates the current state of this market and provides insight into why it is in its current state and how it can develop

Target Audience:

• Handset Manufacturers: Comprehensive review of VoIP Mobile Applications
• Carriers: Comprehensive review of the current business environment
• Investors: A better understanding of the market direction and opportunities
• Suppliers: Improved positioning to capture market share

Table of Contents

• Overview 3
• Technical Overview 3
• MVoIP handsets 9
• Technical Challenges 10
• Network Latency 10
• Handling Power Failure 12
• Emergency Calls 12
• Lack of redundancy 13
• Number portability 13
• PSTN integration 13
• Security 14
• Caller ID 14
• Compatibility with traditional analog telephone sets 15
• Fax handling 15
• Support for other telephony devices 15
• Overall analysis 16
• Market Overview 16
• MVoIP Service Providers 16
• Wireless service operators 19
• MVoIP phones 19
• MVoIP/VoIP Benefits 20
• Market forecast 20
• Market Analysis 22
• Market Predictions 23
• Business Opportunities 23
• Legal Issues 25