Since we're nearing the beginning of the end of 2005, we're about to be inundated with all kinds of lists featuring the best, worst, Top 10, or predictions for the future. In this case, we have a Top 10 Wireless Predictions for 2006 from inCode, a global business and technology consulting firm. I won't list all 10 predictions here (you can view them by clicking the "Read" button below), but here are some highlights from their study.
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A digital music innovator will launch a Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) focused on mobile entertainment services
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Consumers will "snack" on mobile TV, which will not be a killer application
A new business model for voice services will emerge, based on mobile Voice-over-Internet Protocol (VoIP) -
At least one major network operator will abandon its retail brand and use wholesale access as an innovative business strategy
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China will become a telecommunications leader, and Chinese investors may buy a controlling interest in a wireless company
We'll see if inCode's predictions are on the money are way off base.
