This is an all-in-one, application- and service-focused look at how existing wireless technologies are evolving into 3G - and how this trend impacts the bottom line. It describes the different technology types, design issues for handset and network systems, economics, and the future of 3G - vital topics for anyone working in wireless, cellular, and PCS, from marketing managers to technicians. Helpful appendices identify key companies involved with the products and services highlighted in the book.

Author Biography

Lawrence Harte is president of APDG, a telecommunications consulting firm. He was an editor of the TIA TR45.3 digital cellular standard, and is author of more than 75 articles and several books on telecommunications, including GSM Superphones, Delivering xDSL, and CDMA IS-95 for Cellular and PCS. He is based in Fuquay, North Carolina. Richard Levine is professor of cellular and PCS technology at Southern Methodist University and a telecommunications consultant to firms developing PCS systems. He is a former chair of the North American digital standards committee of the Telecommunications Industry Association and is co-author of GSM Superphones. Roman Kikta is Director, Strategy and Business Creation, Nokia Ventures Organization/ Nokia Corporation. He is a seasoned wireless communications industry veteran, innovator, and visionary. During his 17 years in wireless communications, he has held product planning and development, marketing, and market/ business development positions with leading wireless manufacturers including Nokia Mobile Phones, Panasonic, GoldStar, and OKI Telecom. Mr. Kikta has influenced several cellular mobile, transportable and portable phone model designs, features, and functionality. His efforts have resulted in the first cellular payphone, first cellular PBX adjunct ("BusinessLink"), voice recognition dialers, as well as the first PCS product launch in the United States. Mr. Kikta possesses exceptional insight, foresight, and understanding of global market needs, from anthropological, sociological, and psychological perspectives. He is cognizant of opportunities provided by existing and future wireless and broadband communications, Internet, and related technologies and businesses. Mr. Kikta, a graduate of Rutgers University in New Jersey, is a co-author of the books CDMA IS-95 for Cellular and PCS: Technology, Economics & Services; Delivering xDSL; and 3G Cellular and PCS Demystified. He has also written several articles published in industry magazines and has served as a guest speaker on various wireless communications and Internet issues both in the United States and internationally. Roman was made "Fellow" by the Radio Club of America in Nov. 2000. This honor is bestowed on those who have distinguished themselves in the communication industry.