Abstract:

Cell broadcast is a mobile technology that allows messages to be broadcast to all mobile handsets and similar devices within a designated geographical area. The broadcast range can be varied, from a single cell to the entire network. This technology is used in deploying location-based subscriber services, such as regional auctions, local weather, traffic conditions and 'nearest' services (like requesting the nearest service station or restaurant). The project described in this report involves designing and developing of a wireless application that runs over the cellular network and primarily supports the cell-broadcast service. The application can also support three other services; the Location Based, the Bulk SMS/MMS, and the Public Alertest used for emergency and awareness situations. The system architecture designed and developed for this application is a multi-tier client server. It comprises several components, including two Graphical User-Interfaces (GUIs) that cover almost all the functional requirements for both ends; the contents provider, and network operator. During the design and development phases, several features were considered and implemented that added more enrichment and strength to the system, including; scalability, customizability, and sustainability. The project discussed and presented in this report is funded by Qatar National Research Fund (QNRF) under UREP scheme, and intended for Qatar Telecommunication (Qtel). The project also selected as within the top ten among all the projects involved in the four UREP cycles.