Snapshot Edition 27

Vodafone global survey finds mobiles and base stations not top of mind...but health information important Mobile phones and base stations are not major top-of-mind health concerns in any market except Italy and Greece, according to the research findings of an 18-country survey on public attitudes undertaken by Ipsos MORI for Vodafone. The survey found Australian respondents on an unprompted basis ranked health concerns about mobile phones and base stations thirteenth among a list of health issues.

Mobiles most important technology for 25 years The mobile phone is the most important piece of technology produced in the last 25 years, according to a well-known IBM software developer. Sam Ruby, who is currently a senior technical staff member at IBM’s emerging technologies group, said mobile phones outstrip even the PC in terms of effect on the world.

3G potential – An AMTA Conference theme Hear a range of presentations on 3G and other areas of interest at AMTA’s Mobile Telecommunications Conference 2006, in Sydney on September 20-21. Don’t miss out – book your place at the conference today!

Public comment invited on telemarketing standard The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) today invited public comment on the development of a national telemarketing standard which will form part of the Do Not Call Register. A discussion paper was released today and public comments are invited before September 8.

The captain has turned off the “no-mobile” sign "No mobile" signs are to replace the outdated "no smoking" signs above airline seats with the introduction of in-flight mobile phone services in Europe next year.

A choice for customers with faulty handsets If customers believe they have a faulty handset they can call the handset manufacturer’s customer support number or return it to their retailer to ask for assistance, AMTA has told the Australian Consumer Association’s Choice magazine. Choice is researching for an article on what consumers can do if their new phone is not working properly.

ACIF and SPAN members vote for merger Special general meetings of the members of the Australian Communications Industry Forum (ACIF) and the Service Providers Association (SPAN) have approved the merger of both organisations to form the Communications Alliance.

Mobile ads on the increase Mobile phones and wireless devices have become the newest and hottest medium for big brands to reach their audience. With newspaper reader numbers dwindling and TV viewers dodging commercials, advertisers are reaching consumers through the one device with them 24/7.

Don't miss the AMTA Networking Forum! Mr John Pinnock, the Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman, will discuss the complaints received in relation to mobiles, issues concerning mobile premium services and the new challenges as convergence gathers momentum at the next AMTA Networking Forum to be held in Melbourne on Thursday 24 August between 4.30-6.30pm.