LTE: Brazil: Telefonica to launch LTE services in April 2013.

WorldWide Tech & Science. Francisco De Jes�s.

LTE: Brazil: Telefonica to launch LTE services in April 2013.

Telefonica�s Brazilian unit plans to launch LTE services in April 2013, according to the CEO of the country�s largest operator.

Outlining the carrier�s aim to upgrade its 3G HSPA network, Paulo Cesar Teixeira told delegates: �We will have 4 cities in April next year and then another 6 nearby cities.� Teixeira said the chosen cities will be those that are scheduled to host World Cup games in 2014.

The LTE service will be branded �4G Plus,� a natural progression from its existing 3G Plus service.

In June this year Telefonica�s Brazilian unit � Vivo � purchased 2x20Mhz chunks of LTE spectrum in the 2.6GHz frequency band. It paid around BRL1.05 billion (US$500 million) for the spectrum. In total the country netted BRL2.72 billion from winnings bids from Vivo, America Movil�s Claro, TIM Brasil and Oi.

Although the largest operator, Vivo may not be first to market with Brazilian LTE services. Number four operator Oi last month outlined plans to achieve 50 percent coverage in seven Brazilian cities also by April 2013.

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Brazil: Foxconn buys land.

WorldWide Tech & Science. Francisco De Jes�s.

Brazil: Foxconn buys land.

EMS provider Foxconn Electronics (Hon Hai Precision Industry) has announced that its subsidiary Foxconn CMMSG Industria de Electronicos Ltda has acquired a tract of land of 141.82 hectares (350.45 acres) in Brazil from Toulouse Incorporacao SPE Ltda for BRL26.113 million (US$12.64 million).

The subsidiary started negotiation for the land acquisition on September 4, 2012 and struck the deal on November 15, Foxconn indicated.

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Brazil: Microsoft to build its first Lab in Latin America.

WorldWide Tech & Science. Francisco De Jes�s.

Brazil: Microsoft to build its first Lab in Latin America.

The software giant Microsoft announced Wednesday that it will build its first laboratory in Brazil for advanced technology in Latin America and fourth in the world, as part of an investment plan of $ 100 million to make in the next four years. 

This venture, a leading company in its 23 years of operations in Brazil, "will be a cornerstone for the future of innovation at Microsoft," said Hern�n Rinc�n, president of Microsoft Latin America, in a ceremony attended the Brazilian ministers of Education, Aloizio Mercadante, and Science, Technology and Innovation, Marco Antonio Raupp.

Based in the port area of ??Rio de Janeiro, the Microsoft lab will develop new technology and advanced engineering in communications and other areas, and provide a platform for computer research in Brazil, the world's sixth largest economy.

 "Microsoft believes in Brazil, we believe in their potential, human capital," said Rincon. The initiative was supported by the government of Dilma Rousseff, who is determined to raise the competitiveness of its economy with the formation of skilled labor and the export of knowledge. 

Besides this project, Microsoft announced the creation of a development center for the  search engine (Bing) and a company which specializes in small businesses boost technology. 

The company plans foresees investments of U.S. origin for 200 million reais ($ 100 million) over the next four years, said Michel Levy, head of Microsoft in Brazil. "We are convinced that these initiatives help to make the country a benchmark in technology, which is essential for increasing national competitiveness," said the manager.

Press Release:

Microsoft announces investment of $ 200 million in research, development and innovation in Brazil.

In line with the Largest IT Program, launched by the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation, Microsoft invests in advanced technology lab at Microsoft Research and numerous initiatives promoting innovation in Brazil. 

S�o Paulo, November 7, 2012 - In a ceremony Brasilia, after meeting with the Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Marco Antonio Raupp, and Education Minister Mercadante, Microsoft announced an investment of $ 200 million in Brazil to boost national competitiveness through research and development sites . 

Among a series of planned initiatives highlight the establishment of a Country Advanced Technology Laboratory (ATL, its acronym in English) Microsoft Research. 

The ATL Brazil, fourth in the world, will combine local capacity for technological innovation and advanced engineering with expertise in applied research from Microsoft and its partners to expand the academic knowledge production of national origin. Other innovations include the creation of a business investments in Brazil, the foundation of a business accelerator focused on emerging technology-based companies (startups); opening a development center platform Microsoft search (Bing) and commitment to the revitalization of the building Baron Maua , which is the historical heritage of the city of Rio de Janeiro and will house all of these projects. 

According to Microsoft Brazil President Michel Levy, initiatives are aligned with the priority of the Federal Government to stimulate national development and lead generation within of information technology. "The projects announced represent a significant investment by Microsoft in Brazil and are in line with the objectives set by the IT Program Staff, the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MCTI). We believe that these initiatives contribute to making the country reference technology, which is crucial for increasing national competitiveness.

 ""The installation of this center of R & D Microsoft in Rio de Janeiro confirms the success of the Program IT Staff, the responsibility of MCTI, and shows that Brazil has favorable conditions to carry out innovation activities on a global scale, "said Marco Antonio Raupp, Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation. Brazil The ATL will be responsible for developing innovative technologies that bring in a short space of time, tangible benefits to users, principally Brazilians, but not limited to them. As explained Henrique (Rico) Malvar, chief scientist at Microsoft Research in the world, "we have a long history of partnerships with academic researchers in Brazil. Now with a permanent presence in the country, we are committed to promoting long-term collaborations in the areas of computer science, education and scientific research. " 

ATL Brazil's focus will be on information retrieval and data analysis and understanding in order to develop technologies that improve the user experience in searching in Brazil. "We also plan to share our knowledge with emerging companies that will be supported by the accelerator - an important part of our investment strategy," adds Malvar. Opportunity for Startups A business accelerator, which will also include investments of national partners, will focus on supporting Brazilian technology-based startups with high potential for international expansion. Located in the city of Rio de Janeiro, she will be the first accelerator benefited from Microsoft's investments Holdings, a wholly owned subsidiary of Microsoft Brazil, which has just been formed in order to invest in Brazilian business accelerator.

 "Through the joint efforts initiative of public, private and independent professionals can foster a real impact in the community in which we operate. Initiatives announced generate over 100 direct jobs, which include researchers, developers and entrepreneurs. As the main objective is to promote innovation, our expectation is that these opportunities have multiplied throughout the value chain, impacting thousands of professionals. Investments With Microsoft and partners accelerator, startups from around the country will have access to resources, expertise and visibility they need to be well- successful in national and international markets, "adds Levy. 

During the event in Brasilia, also confirmed the establishment of a development center of Microsoft's search platform, Bing, in the country that will host this Site and other initiatives announced was the first gas plant in Rio de Janeiro, founded by Baron de Maua high today and the historical heritage of the city. Under the memorandum of understanding signed between Microsoft and the City of Rio de Janeiro, the company reinforces its commitment to the revitalization of the building, located in Port Project Marvel, which should have completed their work in December 2013. "Microsoft is committed to offer individuals and businesses the tools to be more efficient, creative and connected. 

Finally, as large as our passion for technology is our dedication to serve the society and foster national competitiveness, creating opportunities for people and businesses realize the full their potential. This basic belief that technology can change the world and improve people's lives is our reason for being. it is that drives our long-term investment, "concludes Michel Levy. Brazil About Microsoft Founded in 1989, the Microsoft Brazil has 14 regional offices across the country and generates local direct opportunities in technology for more than 18,000 companies and 424,000 professionals. Over the past nine years, the company invested more than $ 151.3 million in social projects, taking technology to schools, universities, NGOs and communities in need. It is one of 112 subsidiaries of Microsoft Corporation, founded in 1975, the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions in information technology, helping businesses and individuals reach their full potential.

Important: Photos of the event can be Bras�lia downloaded at the following link:http://sdrv.ms/YDyxmV Access also microsoftbr @ Microsoft Blog Interoperability Brazil: Port 25Central relationship with the media: Microsoft News For more information about the Microsoft press release, contact: Communications FSB ( 11) 3165-9732 Ana Cristina - ana.cristina @ fsb.com.br Mayara Federzoni - mayara.federzoni @ fsb.com.br

Source: Diario El Comercio Ecuador

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Brazil: BMW to build plant.

WorldWide Tech & Science. Francisco De Jes�s. 

Brazil: BMW to build plant.

Officials say German automaker BMW AG will build a factory in southern Brazil.

Santa Catarina state Gov. Raimundo Colombo says BMW will invest approximately 1 billion reals ($500 million) to build the plant.

Colombo tells the state government's website he will meet with President Dilma Rousseff on Monday "to explain details of the investment."

The web site says BMW will produce medium-sized sedans, the first of which will off the assembly line in about two years.

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LTE: Brazil: Vivo and Oi named suppliers for their LTE networks.

WorldWide Tech & Science. Francisco De Jes�s.

LTE: Brazil: Vivo and Oi named suppliers for their LTE networks.

Brazilian operators Vivo and Oi have named the suppliers for their LTE networks. Vivo, Telefonica�s subsidiary in the country, has announced that Swedish vendor Ericsson will supply and implement its 4G network in the North and Mid-Western regions of Brazil, as well as the states of S�o Paulo, Minas Gerais, Bahia and Sergipe.

Ericsson will also be responsible for network implementation, including network rollout, design and support services. Ericsson has implemented Vivo�s GSM, WCDMA and HSPA technologies in the past.

Rival Oi has also selected Ericsson, along with Nokia Siemens Networks (NSN) and Alcatel Lucent for its LTE network, the operator told local reporters according to Reuters. Ericsson said that with these deals it has now signed 89 LTE contracts across 38 countries.

The news follows a report from the GSMA, which claims that mobile services will shape Brazil�s economic future. The country is the fourth largest mobile market in the world with more than 260 million active mobile connections, 60 million of which are mobile broadband, according to the association. It is set to maintain a strong pace of growth and reach 135 million mobile broadband connections by 2014.

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LTE: Brazil: Oi preparing LTE network build.

WorldWide Tech & Science. Francisco De Jes�s.

LTE: Brazil: Oi preparing LTE  network build.

Brazil�s number four operator Oi is to invest BRL1 billion (US$493 million) in developing an LTE network in the country between now and 2015 and plans to achieve 50 percent coverage in seven Brazilian cities by April 2013.

Oi�s chief executive Francisco Valim made the comments during the launch of a network using the new technology in Leblon, Rio de Janeiro, yesterday. Valim said the company will sign supplier contracts for 4G technology on October 16.

Oi�s plans come as Latin America�s largest mobile market is required to build-out 4G coverage in the host cities for the 2014 football World Cup, which is being held in Brazil.

In June the country�s four largest mobile operators all acquired 4G spectrum in auctions, netting BRL2.72 billion in total for the government. Telefonica�s Vivo submitted the highest winning bid (BRL1.05 billion), followed by America Movil�s Claro (BRL844.5 million), TIM Brasil (BRL375 million) and Oi (BRL345 million). 4G spectrum was up for grabs in both the 2.5GHz and 450MHz bands, suitable for urban and rural coverage respectively.

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Brazil: Rossin-Bertin Vorax delivers up to 750-hp. A super Car.

Rossin-Bertin, a Brazil supercar maker, has unveiled its new vehicle, known as the Vorax, at the 2010 Sao Paulo Auto Show.

The Rossin-Bertin Vorax, which looks like a Mazda designed car, features an aluminum chassis and a carbon fiber body, which helps keep weight at just 2,866 pounds. Powered by the 5.0L V10 from the BMW M5, the entry-level 570-hp Vorax has the ability to run from 0-62 mph in 38 seconds with a top speed of 205 mph. The top-of-the-line 750-hp supercharged Vorax can spring from 0-62 mph in 3.6 seconds with a top speed of 231 mph.

Production of the Rossin-Bertin Vorax will take place at a proposed plant in Blumenau, Brazil in late 2011 or early 2012. Limited production is expected, between 500 and 1,000 units, with prices starting just under $410,000.

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Xperia mini pro chega ao Brasil

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PORTUGU�S:
Primeiro foi o Xperia X10, depois o X10 mini e agora, finalmente, a Sony Ericsson completou a fam�lia. O Xperia X10 mini pro acaba de chegar ao Brasil com toda sua pequenez e tamb�m um teclado QWERTY f�sico.


N�o era novidade que o mini pro chegaria poucos meses depois do mini. Na verdade, a Sony Ericsson j� tinha feito o an�ncio de que ele n�o devia demorar. Mesmo assim, n�o tem como n�o ficar empolgado. Com excelente desempenho para o seu tamanho, o mini pro era animador, mas dificultava a vida de quem tem dedos mais grossos. Ele s� tinha um teclado virtual alfanum�rico, ruim para fazer buscas e digitar endere�os no browser. O teclado f�sico do mini pro agora torna a vida mais f�cil e praticamente n�o altera a configura��o do aparelho. Mas ainda precisamos ver, com testes, se o teclado desliza com firmeza, se as teclas d�o boa resposta ao toque, se t�m bom espa�amento etc.

Segundo o site da Sony Ericsson, o teclado deixa o smartphone pouca coisa mais pesado. Mais precisamente, 32 gramas. As medidas tamb�m mudam muito pouco. Enquanto o mini tinha 8,3 cent�metros de altura por 5 cent�metros de largura e 1,6 cent�metro de espessura, o telefone com teclado tem 9 cent�metros de altura, 5,2 cent�metros de largura e 1,7 cent�metro de espessura.

De resto, o sistema operacional � o mesmo dos outros Xperia: Android 1.6, a ser atualizado no final do ano. O processador Qualcomm de 600 MHz, a tela de 2,6 polegadas e a interface para integrar mensagens e redes sociais, chamada Timescape, tamb�m n�o mudam em rela��o ao mini. A c�mera � de 5 megapixels, h� Wi-Fi, 3G, A-GPS e um cart�o microSD de 2 GB inclu�do.

Falando em pre�o, o mini pro custa 99 reais a mais que o mini custava em seu lan�amento. Enquanto o mini tinha uma etiqueta de 900 reais, o mini pro sai por 999 reais (valor recomendado pelo fabricante). Agora, o mini sai por uma m�dia de 800 reais desbloqueado e o mini pro j� � encontrado em lojas a partir de 900 reais desbloqueado).

ENGLISH

First was the Xperia X10, then X10 mini and now, finally, Sony Ericsson completed the family. The Xperia X10 Pro Mini just arrived in Brazil with all its smallness and also a physical QWERTY keyboard.

There was news that the mini pro would come just months after the mini. In fact, Sony Ericsson had already made the announcement that he should not take. Still, can not help but be excited. With excellent performance for its size, the Mini Pro was exciting, but it made life difficult for those with thicker fingers. He just had a virtual keyboard alphanumeric bad to search and enter addresses into your browser. The physical keyboard mini pro now makes life easier and practically does not change the configuration of the device. But we still need to see, with tests, the keyboard slides securely, if the keys give good response to the touch, so if they have good spacing.

According to the site of Sony Ericsson, the keyboard makes the smartphone little heavier. More specifically, 32 grams. The measures also change very little. While the mini had 8.3 cm high by 5 cm wide and 1.6 cm thick, the phone keypad is 9 inches tall, 5.2 cm wide and 1.7 cm thick.

Moreover, the operating system is the same from others Xperia Android 1.6, to be updated at the end of the year. The 600 MHz Qualcomm processor, the 2.6 inch screen and an interface to integrate messaging and social networks, called Timescape, also do not change over the mini. The camera is 5 megapixels, there's Wi-Fi, 3G, A-GPS and a 2 GB microSD card included.

Speaking of price, Mini pro costs 99 dollars more than the mini cost at its launch. While the kids had a tag of 900 dollars, your mini pro sells for 999 reais (manufacturer's recommended value). Now the mini sells for an average of $ 800 unlocked and the mini has been found in pro shops from 900 real unlocked.

ESPA�OL:

Primero fue el Xperia X10, X10 y luego mini ahora, por fin, Sony Ericsson completa la familia. El Xperia X10 Pro Mini acaba de llegar a Brasil con toda su peque�ez y tambi�n un teclado QWERTY f�sico.

No hab�a noticias de que el mini pro vendr�a pocos meses despu�s de la mini. De hecho, Sony Ericsson ya hab�a hecho el anuncio de que no debe tomar. Sin embargo, no puede dejar de ser excitado. Con un rendimiento excelente para su tama�o, el Pro Mini fue emocionante, pero hizo la vida dif�cil para aquellos con dedos gruesos. �l acaba de tener un teclado alfanum�rico virtual mala para buscar e introducir las direcciones en su navegador. El pro mini teclado f�sico ahora hace la vida m�s f�cil y pr�cticamente no cambia la configuraci�n del dispositivo. Pero todav�a tenemos que ver, con las pruebas, el teclado se desliza con seguridad, si las teclas de dar una buena respuesta al tacto, por lo que si tienen buen espacio.

Seg�n el sitio de Sony Ericsson, el teclado hace que el tel�fono inteligente poco m�s pesado. M�s espec�ficamente, 32 gramos. Las medidas tambi�n cambian muy poco.Mientras que el mini hab�a 8,3 cm de alto por 5 cm de ancho y 1,6 cm de espesor, el teclado del tel�fono es de 9 pulgadas de alto, 5.2 cm de ancho y 1,7 cm de espesor.

Por otra parte, el sistema operativo es el mismo de los dem�s Xperia Android 1.6, que se actualizar� al final del a�o. El procesador Qualcomm de 600 MHz, la pantalla de 2.6 pulgadas y una interfaz para integrar las redes de mensajer�a y social, llamado Timescape, tambi�n no cambian con el mini. La c�mara es de 5 megap�xeles, no hay Wi-Fi, 3G, A-GPS y una tarjeta microSD de 2 GB incluido.

Hablando de precios, los costos de pro Mini 99 d�lares m�s que el costo mini en su lanzamiento. Mientras que los ni�os ten�an una etiqueta de 900 d�lares, su mini pro vende por 999 reales (valor recomendado por el fabricante). Ahora, el mini se vende a un promedio de $ 800 desbloqueado y el mini se ha encontrado en las tiendas reales a favor de 900 desbloqueado.

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