After a hectic week, Paul and Dave kick back and discuss a few of the hot issues in telecom. In this episode they start with a look at the wireless world. WiMAX and RFID are the main topics, but as ususal they stray from the main theme. As we enter the peak buying season of the year, HDTVs are leaping of the shelves, all looking for homes with HD feeds. A quick status report on AT&T and Verizon entertainment offerings is proffered. Meanwhile, Rupert has regained full control of News Corp and has unleashed John Malone on DirecTV. In the final minutes, before they head off for a cocktail, Paul and Dave discuss the VoIP dead zone and the new venture for the Skype guys.
Intel WiMAX blossoms
How to Respect Privacy with RFID
Malone and Murdoch
AT&T races to meet lightspeed
Verizon FiOS making strides towards targets
VoIP dead zone
Project Venice - The Skype Guys Eye TV