Mobile VoIP Could Transform Mobile Landscape, Reports In-Stat

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--(Business Wire)--
Mobile VoIP is moving beyond its initial function as a new mechanism to get
inexpensive international calls, reports In-Stat (http://www.in-stat.com). While
Mobile VoIP still poses a direct threat to operator voice revenue, it also
represents a dynamic new capability that promises numerous applications. In-Stat
projects that by 2013 Mobile VoIP applications will generate annual revenues of
$32.2 billion, driven by over 278 million registered users worldwide.

One new application integrates Mobile VoIP into a unified mobile interface to
social networking sites. In another new development, MVNOs and 3G operators
without legacy networks are using Mobile VoIP to more cost effectively add voice
to data offerings. In yet another scenario, a few carriers are using a form of
Mobile VoIP, UMA, to support better indoor coverage and off-load macro networks.

"Applications such as Skype and Vonage have influenced users to think of voice
as a data application," says Frank Dickson, In-Stat analyst. "The increasing
penetration of Wi-Fi in mobile devices was the beach head that Mobile VoIP
applications needed. As user habits are being shaped by rich on-line
communication experiences, mobile carriers control over devices and data
applications is waning. Mobile carrier attempts to slow the spread of on-line
Mobile VoIP are proving challenging as well."

Recent research by In-Stat found the following:

* Activities associated with early Mobile VoIP successes are likely to influence
LTE operator voice plans in ways that potentially favor IMS.
* While the EMEA region has more Mobile VoIP related revenue currently, Asia
Pacific will be the largest regional market by 2013.
* Dual-mode handsets will approach nearly 400 Million units shipped in 2013.
* Revenue and users associated with Mobile VoIP will be distributed among online
Mobile VoIP services, 3G-Based Mobile VoIP offerings, and WiMAX/LTE Mobile VoIP
offerings.

The research,"Mobile VoIP-Transforming the Future of Wireless
Voice"(#IN0904428MCM),covers the worldwide market for mobile VoIP including:

* Analysis of VoIP`s impact on the mobile market.
* Forecasts for Mobile VoIP-associated revenue by region through 2013.
* Forecasts for Mobile VoIP users and annual usage by region through 2013.
* Profiles of Mobile VoIP start ups.
* Profiles of VoIP providers.
* Profiles of WiMAX providers.

For a free sample of the report and more information, please contact sales:

http://www.instat.com/sales.asp.

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http://www.instat.com/catalog/wcatalogue.asp?id=231

The price is$3,495 (US).

About In-Stat

In-Stat`s market intelligence combines technical, market and end-user research
and database models to analyze the Mobile Internet and Digital Entertainment
ecosystems. Our insights are derived from a deep understanding of technology
impacts, nearly 30 years of history in research and consulting, and direct
relationships with leading players in each of our core markets. In-Stat provides
its research through reports, annual subscriptions, consulting and advisory
services to inform critical decisions.

In-Stat
Frank Dickson, VP Research, Mobile Internet
frank.dickson@reedbusiness.com
(480) 483-4467
or
Elaine Potter, Marketing Coordinator
epotter@reedbusiness.com
(480) 483-4441

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