Last week we had an interesting discussion with a mobile network operator (sorry, can’t say who!) and one of the topics that came up was the 3G network. The 3rd Generation network is supposed to be where “it” is at; the network is intended for the true smart phones which can make the most of the network’s increased bandwidth and potential for web applications, as well as it’s allowance for simultaneous speech and data services.
The mobile network operator asked whether VERITY would be utilising the 3G network and, well, we aren’t sure.
One of the unique and most important characteristics of VERITY is it’s useability – the lack of screen and keyboard on the communication device means that anybody can use it regardless of arthritic fingers or the need for reading glasses. If we were to create the phone with the 3G network in mind all of a sudden we have need of a screen and keypad (be that touch screen or buttons) which might enhance the capabilities but reduces the useability.
We’d welcome your votes and comments on the subject.
Tags: 3G, 3rd Generation, iMonsys, network, Verity
