Chile: Common Charger Interoperability Requirements set in place for Phones and Laptops
Chile has recently passed a groundbreaking regulation aimed at promoting consumer rights, reducing electronic waste, and fostering sustainable technology practices. The new law establishes mandatory interoperability standards between mobile information and telecommunication devices and their chargers. This regulation brings Chile in line with global efforts to standardize charging systems and reduce environmental impact. Key Provisions […]
Colombia: CRC Extends Public Consultation Deadline for Simplification of Resolution 5050
In response to requests from industry organizations and regulated entities, the Communications Regulatory Commission (CRC) has extended the deadline for submitting comments on the proposed “Regulatory Simplification 2024” project. Interested parties now have until October 1, 2024, to submit their feedback. The project aims to simplify and modernize regulatory frameworks to foster market competition, investment, […]
Colombia: Public consultation for the regulatory simplification of Resolution 5050 of 2016
Recognizing the need for ongoing and comprehensive simplification due to market dynamics, the CRC plans a new comprehensive review of Resolution 5050 of 2016 as part of its 2024-2025 Regulatory Agenda. This aims to keep the regulatory framework updated, promoting business growth, competition, and investment. The review will use criteria from the “Regulatory Improvement Policy,” […]
Bhutan: BICMA notifies shutting down 3G Base Stations in BTL Network
The Bhutan InfoComm and Media Authority (BICMA) announces that Bhutan Telecom Limited (BTL) is currently in the process of shutting down its 3G base stations within its network, aligning with the evolution of cellular mobile technology. The process of phasing our 3G technologies has a direct impact on the manufacturing process of several devices that […]
SINGAPORE: IMDA Publishes Draft Regarding Technical Specification for Security Requirements for Cellular Devices
Info-communications Media Development Authority (IMDA) released a draft to define the minimum technical security features for cellular devices that support Section 7 on Connection Efficiency Requirements of the GSMA TS.34 v5.0: IoT Device Connection Efficiency Guidelines and comply with IMDA Technical Specification for Internet of Things (IMDA TS IoT) or IMDA Technical Specification for Cellular […]
NEPAL: NTA Announces Operation of the Mobile Device Management System for IMEI Registration Process Before Importation
The Nepal Telecommunication Authority (NTA) to guarantee the importation and correct use of mobile devices in the country, has informed that the IMEI registration must be done before importing it to the country through the Type Approval process. The IMEI registration needs to be done by the importers on the Mobile Device Management System\ operated […]
Japan’s Wireless Carriers Told To Unlock Phones Starting Next Year
(Reuters) – Japan’s wireless network providers are to lift restrictions on which network their subscribers can use, the government said, demanding that all smartphones and tablets to be sold with their SIM cards unlocked upon customers’ request starting next year. The Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications said on Friday that all smartphones and tablets […]
COSTA RICA: Addition and Changes to Cellular Testing
Costa Rica regulator SUTEL published RCS-332-2013 “Process for Homologation of Mobile Terminals and Perito requirements to Test the Functionality of Telecom Equipments¨ (Dec 23, 2013). On this document, it added field testing for cellular products and provides additional guidelines for RF and Battery performance tests.