savramesh 37 Report post Posted July 27, 2008 Toeing the strategy adopted by private operators, state-run BSNL is planning to bundle its CDMA-based mobile connections along with handsets. The company wants to bundle CDMA-Handset/I Integrated Fixed Wireless Terminals of leading handset manufacturers with its CDMA mobile connections. "We want to tie up with those handset manufacturers who are willing to bundle their CDMA-Handset/IFWT with BSNL's CDMA mobile services on non-exclusive basis," said a senior BSNL official. The public sector unit plans to launch CDMA services by the mid-2008. For its CDMA network, the operator plans to set up 10,000 wireless towers within a year. BSNL already provides fixed wireless and limited mobility service on CDMA platform under the name 'Tarang' in some of the existing circles. After government allowed dual technology use by telecom companies, the two PSUs, BSNL and MTNL were among the existing GSM operators seeking to offer CDMA service in the country. Official sources said BSNL had already invited expression of interest from the tower companies and other interested parties for infrastructure sharing. BSNL, which enjoys advantage over other players across India, particularly in small towns and villages, when it comes to telecom infrastructure, wants to leverage it and earn more revenue. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KumaarShah 143 Report post Posted July 27, 2008 We have already passed mid-2008, probably they mean mid-2009!!! Probably we will see once again more activity in the CDMA sector with the announcement of the NOKIA-QUALCOMM deal. Hopefully, we will get to see the latest handsets, but this may take atleast 6 to 12 months time. Maybe even LG, Samsung etc will come back to CDMA. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
savramesh 37 Report post Posted July 27, 2008 yes this will welcome new cdma mobiles with advanced features at less price.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
savramesh 37 Report post Posted July 27, 2008 (edited) EOI for CDMA-Handset/IFWT bundling with CDMA mobile services of BSNL BSNL is desirous of bundling CDMA-Handset/IFWT (Integrated Fixed Wireless Terminal) of leading handset manufacturers with its CDMA mobile connections. Accordingly, Offers are accordingly invited from all handset Manufacturers those who are willing to bundle their CDMA-Handset/IFWT with BSNL’s CDMA mobile services on non-exclusive basis. Indicative Features of Handset: The specifications need not to be same as given below but nearest to these model or any other model which bidder want to bundle with BSNL’s CDMA mobile may be offered. (i) IFWT 1. Basic (Voice + SMS) 2. Basic (Voice + SMS + Packet Data capability) (ii) Handset 1. Monochrome (Voice + SMS) 2. Basic color (Voice + SMS) (Packet Data-Optional) 3. Basic color + FM (Voice + SMS + FM+ Packet Data) Source: http://www.bsnl.in/....../newsdeta...php?news_id=250 The proposals from the interested eligible companies shall be accepted upto 1500 Hours on 19th August 2008: BSNL is very fast in action... Edited July 27, 2008 by savramesh Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Honest 836 Report post Posted August 15, 2008 BSNL to offer bundled CDMA handsets 16 Aug, 2008, 0040 hrs IST, ET NEW DELHI: State-owned telecom operator BSNL has invited global CDMA handset makers for tie-ups as it readies plans to launch full-fledged mobile services on this technology platform across the country. The telco, which is currently investing about Rs 2,000 crore on a CDMA network roll-out, will offer bundled handsets. Its move spells big business opportunities for CDMA majors such as China’s ZTE and Huawei, Samsung, LG, and Nokia, among others. At present, BSNL offers mobile services on the GSM platform across the country, except in Delhi and Mumbai, and has about 38 million customers on this technology platform. The telecom company does not offer bundled handsets with GSM connections. In a communication to all handset manufacturers, BSNL has said that it will enter into tie-ups at both the national and state level on a non-exclusive basis for CDMA devices. Handset manufacturers have been asked to submit their replies by August 19, along with technical descriptions and the price of the models they plan to offer. “BSNL will monitor the performance of the handset manufacturer and the arrangement may be terminated if the latter does not meet the requisite standards. The offered (handset) models should be locked for use in BSNL network only. The manufacturer should also offer a 2-year replacement guarantee for all handsets. BSNL reserves the right to functionally test the offered devices. The responsibility for marketing of the scheme shall be shared by BSNL and handset manufacturer on mutually agreed basis,” the PSU’s communication adds. BSNL has also added that if it receives limited response, then all bidders fulfilling the eligibility criterion will be selected and be allotted circles, zones or even be made pan-India partners. “In case a large number of players respond, then the evaluation of bidder will done based on the strength of the company (turnover, distribution channel, after-sales centres etc), suitability of offered product (specification, features etc), cost competitiveness etc.,” the BSNL communication said. BSNL’s move to offer full-fledged CDMA services comes even as existing players in this segment such as Reliance Communications and the Tatas are moving to the GSM turf. In the initial stage, BSNL will limit its CDMA offerings to the top 500 towns and cities across India. Early this year, the government had approved BSNL’s proposal to offer CDMA services and granted it a full-fledged CDMA mobility licence and spectrum to launch services. BSNL is in the process of setting up 10,000 towers for its CDMA networks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
