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Using the latest trends of the mobile industry and firsthand knowledge gained from working with a premier mobile network operator, this examination focuses on the development of 4G technology as it relates to user experience. It considers the next digital innovations that this technology may inspire, as well as the future of 4G user experiences. This investigation also discusses how shifting business models could benefit some carriers as they evolve into smart pipes and take charge to create amazing user experiences for the next generation.
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Simpson, Q., Pike, S. (2011). Approaching Warp Speed!: Examining the User Experience in the Age of 4G. In: Marcus, A. (eds) Design, User Experience, and Usability. Theory, Methods, Tools and Practice. DUXU 2011. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 6769. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-21675-6_75
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