Seamless mobility - The next era in communications

The mobility enabled by cellular and wireless technologies is transforming consumer and enterprise communications, collaboration and entertainment. People are using the device formerly known as a cell-phone not only to stay in touch but also to snap photos, share video, play music, send text messages and more. The Internet has become something to engage 'on the go' rather than browse at a desk. Businesses are gaining competitive advantage through innovative applications that empower their increasingly mobile employees and customers. These changes are just the beginning of the transformation to seamless mobility - a world of easy, uninterrupted access to information, entertainment, communication, monitoring and control across diverse environments, devices and networks. Seamless mobility has the potential to enrich our lives, foster inclusion, drive economic expansion and influence broad segments of society. This article describes the vision of seamless mobility and the technical innovation needed to bring it about.