Summary

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