Yearly Archives: 2017

2017 Predictions: Breaking the mold to forge a digital growth path

Mobile telecommunication providers need to be prepared for the challenges that come with the move towards a new digital world. Editor’s Note:...

2017 Predictions: Wireless broadband demands pave clear path to fiber

Growing demand across mobile networks and small cell deployments from 4G and IoT set to increase need for fiber support. Editor’s Note:...

Huawei, Nokia look to the future of autonomous vehicles

New Huawei whitepaper considers how MNOs can expand connected car services, while Nokia focuses on bolstering public transit to compete with new, self-driving vehicle...

Former ONF executive director Dan Pitt joins MEF

Pitt named SVP at MEF, where he is set to expand the organization’s reach into SDN and NFV in support of MEF Third Network...

Huawei, Nokia look to the future of autonomous vehicles

New Huawei white paper considers how MNOs can expand connected car services, while Nokia focuses on bolstering public transit to compete with new, self-driving...

Two tower tech certification programs launched

The National Wireless Safety Alliance launched two new certification programs for tower technicians. The new certifications are part of the NWSA's efforts to standardize...

WDM makes CRAN affordable for network operators (content provided by CommScope and RCR)

Carriers are under constant pressure to improve network capacity and enhance network speed all whilst lowering deployment and operating costs. Keeping costs in check...

Apple plans to invest $1 billion in SoftBank tech fund

Other potential investors in SoftBank fund include chipmaker Qualcomm and Chinese manufacturer Foxconn. Apple confirmed plans to invest $1 billion in a tech...

Ford unveils smart city vision

As part of smart city initiatives, Ford will work to address air pollution and traffic congestion U.S. vehicle manufacturer Ford said it is working with...

Five 5G trials shaping the future of mobile networks

Global 5G trials in Korea, Canada, Italy, Melbourne and the U.S. The deployment of 5G networks is set to be a reality by 2020, with...

Sprint in deal with Movius to offer cloud-based second number for enterprise

The partnership with Movius is set to support plans for Sprint to offer a cloud-based second line for enterprise customers beginning this year. ...

2017 Predictions: Is 2017 the year 5G brings together IT?

Mobile, cloud, IT services, security, the “internet of things,” and mergers and acquisitions are set for potential change in 2017, with 5G playing an...

2017 Predictions: 5 major IoT trends and predictions for 2017

The IoT made great strides in 2016, but AT&T sees even bigger strides in 2017, with the telecom operator laying out five major trends...

LiDAR sensors could make driverless cars affordable

How long will it be until self-driving cars become part of daily life? For some Americans, the future is literally right around the corner....

LiDAR sensors could make driverless cars affordable

How long will it be until self-driving cars become part of daily life? For some Americans, the future is literally right around the corner....

NIST looks to accelerate FirstNet with $30 million grant program

Although the nationwide build of a dedicated LTE network for first responders has faced numerous delays, federal officials are looking to give the First...

FCC leadership remains in flux ahead of crucial 600 MHz auction stage

Story corrected to clarify description of 600 MHz incentive auction "set aside" provision. President Obama renominated Rosenworcel to FCC with chairman Wheeler set to step...

IoT, 5G and NFV: Impacts to Data Center Network Infrastructure

Data center network infrastructure is set to undergo major transformation to meet the needs of continuously growing data traffic while supporting the internet of...

Vodafone India selects Nokia for network managed services

Nokia contract valued at $210 million and includes the core and radio networks; Vodafone India also contracts with Huawei and Ericsson. Vodafone India...

Nissan unveils new autonomous vehicle tech during CES

The Japanese car maker will begin tests to develop autonomous vehicle technology for commercial services Japanese car manufacturer Nissan announced a new technology called Seamless Autonomous...

5G Spectrum Sharing

New spectrum sharing paradigms—opportunity to innovate can enable more efficient utilization of, and access to, scarce resources

Kagan: Lenovo Phab 2 Pro AR review

Augmented reality has the potential to develop into an incredible technology. Google is spending lots of time and money on their Tango AR software...

Reader Forum: ROI for white box CPEs – a question of segmentation

Operators commonly expect that moving to SDN and NFV with white box CPEs will enable cost reductions, however reality is telling a different story....

Reader Forum: Adjunct transcoding takes center stage

As carriers continue to roll out VoLTE, VoWi-Fi and WebRTC solutions on their path to 5G, adjunct transcoding is seen as a solution for...

2017 Predictions: Convergence of mobile, payments and security in 2017

HPE sees growing security concerns altering how organizations attempt to oversee their operations across mobile networks. Editor’s Note: With 2017 now...
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