Orange Botswana and Opera sign deal to bring Opera Mini to subscribers

Orange in Botswana and Opera Software are set to provide the Opera Mini web browser to Orange's more than 1 million mobile customers in the country, giving faster and less expensive web access through cellphones and tablets.

Like most African countries, most people in Botswana do not have access to fixed-line internet, so a mobile device will be their first, and often only, way to access the internet. Yet, Batswana love the web and their current
favorite mobile sites which are Facebook, Google, YouTube, Yahoo!, Wikipedia, Waptrick, Twitter, Blogger, BBC News, Dictionary.com and Answers.com.

Orange, which is committed to providing web access everywhere in the country, and Opera will provide a co-branded version of Opera Mini. Orange customers will also be able to access a range of Orange portals, with a single click on Opera Mini's Speed Dial, found on the browser home page.

Opera Mini is one of the browsers made by Norwegian company, Opera Software. Opera Mini works on more than 3,000 devices and compresses data by up to 90% before it reaches consumers, giving users a fast and powerful mobile web experience.

The compression ability offered by Opera Mini means we can make far better use of our existing infrastructure while, at the same time, offering a lower cost and far quicker web access to our mobile subscribers," says Lebogang Moruti, Offers and Services Manager for Marketing at Orange Botswana. "We anticipate our launch of the co-branded Opera Mini will be met with high demand by our customers."

"Our offering is strong, particularly on basic phones in Botswana. We have worked hard as a company to provide a very smart mobile web experience even on old handsets," says Lars Boilesen, CEO of Opera Software. "We have already seen strong growth in Botswana over the years, and this new relationship with Orange will see that develop even further."

Orange Botswana is the second Orange operation in Africa to have chosen Opera Mini, and follows Orange Ivory Coast.

About Orange Botswana
Orange Botswana is a leading mobile operator and provider of telecommunication services in Botswana serving more than 1 million customers countrywide on a GSM/GPRS/EDGE/3G+ and Wimax network. For more information visit: www.orange.co.bw

About Opera Software ASA
The worldwide World Wide Web — any device, any platform, any bandwidth, absolutely anywhere in the world. Opera Software was founded in 1994, based on the idea that access to the web should be a universal right. 300 million people (and counting) use the Opera web browsers for computers, mobile phones, TVs and other connected devices. Opera also delivers tools, distribution, engagement, monetization and market insights to developers, publishers and brands around the world. We are passionate about breaking down barriers, so everyone can share in the power of the internet. Our vision of one web for all remains at the heart of what we do, because we believe that participation changes everything. Opera Software ASA is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol OPERA. ‘Opera’, ‘Opera Software’, ‘Opera Mini’ and the ‘O’ logo are trademarks of Opera Software ASA. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Learn more about Opera at www.opera.com.

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Lumia 920, 820(Jan 2013), 620 (Feb 2013) coming to Vodafone, Carphone Warehouse, Three UK, Micro-P and others in UK.

In a press release on 21st Dec, Nokia has announced extension of availability of Lumia 920 and 820 on many other retailers and networks starting January 2013. They have also announced that Feb 2013 onwards Lumia 620 will also come to nearly all major networks and retailers in UK.

Lumia 920 availability:

From January 2013 onwards, the flagship Nokia Lumia 920 will be available from Vodafone, Carphone Warehouse, Three UK & will also be distributed to independent retailers from Micro-P. The Nokia Lumia 920 will continue to be available through EE, Orange, T-Mobile and Phones4U.

Lumia 820 availability:

From January 2013 onwards, the Nokia Lumia 820 will be available from Vodafone for the first time, while continuing to be on sale from EE, Orange, T-Mobile, O2, Tesco, Phones4U, Carphone Warehouse and Micro-P’s distribution into independent retail channels.

Lumia 620 availability:

From February 2013 the highly anticipated Nokia Lumia 620, will be available from Vodafone, O2, Three UK, Virgin Mobile, Carphone Warehouse, Phones4U and via Micro-P into independent retail channels.

This is amazing news and is music to ears to many prospective Lumia 920, 820 and 620 customers who always wanted to avoid the contract with EE and co. Seems, Nokia’s recent success in UK market has given them enough confidence to become aggressive distribution wise.

The award winning Nokia Lumia range continues its colourful momentum on the UK High Street from January 2013

From January 2013 onwards, the flagship Nokia Lumia 920 will be available from Vodafone, Carphone Warehouse, Three UK & will also be distributed to independent retailers from Micro-P. The Nokia Lumia 920 will continue to be available through EE, Orange, T-Mobile and Phones4U.

Also from the same date, the Nokia Lumia 820 will be available from Vodafone for the first time, while continuing to be on sale from EE, Orange, T-Mobile, O2, Tesco, Phones4U, Carphone Warehouse and Micro-P's distribution into independent retail channels.

We are delighted to announce that from February 2013 the highly anticipated Nokia Lumia 620, Nokia's new, cost effective Windows Phone 8 device, will be available from Vodafone, O2, Three UK, Virgin Mobile, Carphone Warehouse, Phones4U and via Micro-P into independent retail channels. The Lumia 620 represents one of the best value Windows Phone 8 devices on the market.

All of the Lumia family is available in a range of vivid colours for a fun and personal way to enjoy these highly popular and award winning Windows Phones.

Windows Phone offers a different and more personal experience to other smartphone platforms thanks to Live Tiles, which make it easy to see incoming messages and updates; People Hub, which brings together contacts and updates from across social networks into one location, and access to Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer 9 on your mobile.

Unique Nokia apps can be found across the whole family range, such as Nokia Music, unique camera lenses like Panorama, Cinemagraph, City Lens and Smart Shoot in addition to Nokia Maps, Nokia Drive and Nokia Transport offering the most comprehensive smartphone location and navigation experiences available.

About Nokia

Nokia is a global leader in mobile communications whose products have become an integral part of the lives of people around the world. Every day, more than 1.3 billion people use their Nokia to capture and share experiences, access information, find their way or simply to speak to one another. Nokia's technological and design innovations have made its brand one of the most recognized in the world. For more information, visit http://www.nokia.com/about-nokia.

Orange selects Ericsson for Managed Services in Switzerland

Five year agreement to manage Orange’s network in Switzerland
About 100 employees to join Ericsson in January, 2013
Extends Ericsson’s managed services footprint in Europe
Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) has entered into a managed services agreement with Orange in Switzerland. The five-year agreement covers all of Orange’s operations in Switzerland, including network management, field maintenance and spare parts management.

Johann Andsjö, CEO of Orange Switzerland, says: “We are delighted to have chosen Ericsson, the world leader in managed services to be our partner. As a result, we can continue moving ahead with our commitment to offering customers leading network quality.”

Anders Runevad, Head of Region Western and Central Europe at Ericsson, says: “We are pleased to announce this managed services agreement with Orange Switzerland. With this partnership, Orange secures network quality and frees up resources to focus even more on its core business – providing its end users with innovative services. We see great momentum for managed services and this agreement reinforces our leadership both in Europe and globally.”

By teaming up with Ericsson in managed services, operators can strengthen their competitive edge through improved network availability and capacity, while reducing their operating costs. This drives the market for mobile services and helps improve the quality of services and the end-user experience. Globally, Ericsson has signed more than 300 managed services contracts in more than 100 countries. Ericsson manages networks on behalf of operators that serve more than 950 million subscribers worldwide.

CISCO’S PHIL SMITH 2012 NATIONAL BUSINESS AWARDS WINNER

-Awarded the Orange Leader Accolade –
-Prime Minister and Danny Alexander, Chief Secretary to the Treasury support British businesses -
Phil Smith, CEO of Cisco UK & Ireland has been awarded the Orange Leader Award at the National Business Awards gala dinner hosted by Sky News presenter Jeff Randall.
Smith is a recognised champion of technology and innovation, with a 30-year track record in the ICT industry, advising leading global organisations in the private and public sector on how to drive transformation, productivity and sustainable growth. This award recognises the personal imprint of the UK’s most high profile leaders on the culture and success of their organisations and is decided by a combination of public vote and a ballot from a panel of 35 senior executives from across the business community.
Focusing on their achievements as business leaders over the last 18 months, and what they have achieved in the course of their career. Previous winners of the award have included Ruby McGregor-Smith, CEO, MITIE Group (2011), Martin McCourt, former CEO, Dyson (2010), and Peter Marks, CEO of the Cooperative Group (2009).
The National Business Awards judges said: “The people’s choice, Phil Smith took the lion’s share of the public vote. A champion of technology innovation for UK plc, Phil also impressed our executive judging panel with his industry-leading approach to diversity within Cisco.”
Martin Stiven, Vice President of Business at EE, the company that runs Orange and T-Mobile and EE, the new superfast 4G brand, said: “Phil Smith is an inspiration. As someone with a 30-year track record in the ICT industry, he is a recognised champion of technology, demonstrating true leadership. He has driven impressive results at Cisco, while having a positive impact on the wider society and economy.”
The eleventh annual National Business Awards were opened with a video address from the Prime Minister and Chief Secretary to the Treasury, Danny Alexander also addressed the 1,200 business leaders. Other influential attendees included Sir Roger Carr, Chairman of Centrica and president of the CBI and Chair of Judges, Baroness Virginia Bottomley.
Kate Swann, CEO, WH Smith received the Daily Telegraph Award for a Decade of Excellence in Business for her distinguished career leading retail businesses and turning round WH Smith’s fortunes. Other winners include Shutl, the web service who organise immediate and convenient delivery of online shopping, who took home the Start-Up Business of the Year Award, with judges commenting that they have been setting new standards for delivery and service in its sector. Joseph Joseph was crowned the BlackBerry Growth Strategy of the Year winner and registered charity, London Early Years Foundation won the Transformational Change of the Year award for turning a vulnerable charity into a financially secure social enterprise.
Alex Evans, Programme Director of the National Business Awards said: “Attracting household names, and those aspiring to be; the National Business Awards are the accolade of choice for those seeking the highest recognition – whether it’s to attract talent, investment, new customers or media attention.”
Visit www.nationalbusinessawards.co.uk for more information.
The National Business Awards supports Help for Heroes, a charity that offers support and advice for wounded soldiers.

APETITO 2012 NATIONAL BUSINESS AWARDS WINNER

-Awarded the Orange Innovation Award-
-Prime Minister and Danny Alexander, Chief Secretary to the Treasury support British businesses-
One of Wiltshire’s top employers, apetito, has been revealed as a 2012 National Business Awards in partnership with Orange winner. The business was revealed as the Orange Innovation Award champion, at the gala dinner hosted by Sky News presenter Jeff Randall.
As a leading supplier of frozen meals to hospitals, care homes and local authorities, apetito took home the award for its development of an innovative plated meal system. Designed specifically for the UK hospital market, the new meal system was borne out of the need to cut high levels of food wastage. The new product has not only driven sales and growth for apetito, but helped hospitals achieve cost saving and efficiency targets, whilst providing patients with nutritious meals.
National Business Awards judges commented: “apetito is innovating in a practical and determined way within a highly cost conscious market - and with an unmitigated focus on providing a quality service to patients.”
Martin Stiven, Vice President of Business at EE, the company that runs Orange and T-Mobile and EE, the new superfast 4G brand, said: “apetito has shown an impressive ability to adapt so its services to help its customers save costs and eliminate waste, successfully leapfrogging its competitors.  This innovation and endeavour for excellence is remarkable. It represents the best of British business and is an example of the innovative ideas UK firms are developing.”
The eleventh annual National Business Awards were opened with a video address from the Prime Minister and Chief Secretary to the Treasury, Danny Alexander also addressed the 1,200 business leaders. Other influential attendees included Sir Roger Carr, Chairman of Centrica and president of the CBI and Chair of Judges, Baroness Virginia Bottomley.
Phil Smith, CEO, Cisco UK and Ireland was honoured with the prestigious Orange Leader of the Year Award, an award decided by a combination of public vote and a ballot from a panel of 35 senior executives from across the business community.
Kate Swann, CEO, WH Smith received the Daily Telegraph Award for a Decade of Excellence in Business for her distinguished career leading retail businesses and turning round WH Smith’s fortunes.
Other winners include Shutl, the web service who organise immediate and convenient delivery of online shopping, who took home the Start-Up Business of the Year Award, with judges commenting that they have been setting new standards for delivery and service in its sector.
Joseph Joseph was crowned the BlackBerry Growth Strategy of the Year winner, with Ella’s Kitchen, producers of organic baby and toddler food being awarded the 3i International Growth Business of the Year.
Registered charity, London Early Years Foundation won the Transformational Change of the Year award for turning a vulnerable charity into a financially secure social enterprise.
Alex Evans, Programme Director of the National Business Awards said: “Attracting household names, and those aspiring to be; the National Business Awards are the accolade of choice for those seeking the highest recognition – whether it’s to attract talent, investment, new customers or media attention.”
Visit www.nationalbusinessawards.co.uk for more information.
The National Business Awards supports Help for Heroes, a charity that offers support and advice for wounded soldiers.