Here are some other stories we're following today:
> T-Mobile’s Mike Sievert will join the board of Shaw Communications in January. Release
> Apple and Samsung have opened their “brand share” lead over LG and Motorola in the United States, according to Parks Associates. Announcement
> Microsoft’s Surface Pro will be available with support for LTE Advanced beginning in December. Engadget article
> More than 40 rural carriers are investing in a shared core wireless network infrastructure. Telecompetitor article
> Samsung has announced three new CEOs as it posted a record profit. The Verge report