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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 upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the mobile telecommunications space on what they expect to see...

2017 Predictions: Cellular networks in 2017 – more of the same in the midst of change

CommScope sees densification, virtualization, optimization and network convergence as major cellular network trends in 2017. Editor’s Note: With 2017 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the mobile telecommunications space on what they expect to see in the...

How Nokia Cloud Packet Core benefits carriers, 5G

With 5G on the horizon, Nokia explains the benefits of cloud-based support and its Cloud Packet Core product. On this week’s NFV/SDN Reality Check, brought to you by Nokia, we speak with Nick Cadwgan, director of IP mobile networking at Nokia, to discuss the operator...

Worst of the Week: T-Mobile aims for simplicity, cursed by complexity

T-Mobile honed in on simplicity for its latest “Un-carrier” event, but instead has found itself cursed by growing complexity. Hello! And welcome to our Friday column, Worst of the Week. There’s a lot of nutty stuff that goes on in this industry,...

Understanding network slicing, a key technology for 5G

5G network slicing will allow operators to split a single physical network into multiple virtual networks. Telecommunication vendors and mobile operators are taking the necessary steps in order to get ready for 2020, the year commercial "5G" networks are expected to become a reality. But...

2017 Predictions: 5G, carrier mergers, IoT deployments and a fourth vendor

DragonWave notes 5 industry trends for 2017, including more 5G, mergers between mobile operators, initial IoT deployments and a fourth major vendor. Editor’s Note: With 2017 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the mobile telecommunications space...

2017 Predictions: NFV makes its move in 2017

Telecommunication operators and enterprises are set to increase their NFV investments as the market has finally reached a maturation point. Editor’s Note: With 2017 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the mobile telecommunications space on what...

2017 Predictions: Opportunities abound in 5G, connected car space

CSPs must transform into DSPs in order to remain competitive, with 5G and connected cars just some of the markets helping with that change. Editor’s Note: With 2017 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the mobile...

2017 Predictions: Mobile workforce to drive further enterprise change in 2017

Enterprises will be required to adjust operations in order to account for growing use and demand by an increasingly mobile workforce. Editor’s Note: With 2017 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the mobile telecommunications space on...

#TBT: Cingular, Verizon fight for No. 1; Sprint moves on cable JV … this week in 2006

Wireless industry heavyweights Cingular and Verizon battle for market’s No. 1 position, while Sprint named a leader for its cable JV … 11 years ago this week. Editor’s Note: RCR Wireless News goes all in for “Throwback Thursdays,” tapping into our archives to...

2017 Predictions: 5 things to watch in the IoT in 2017

Providers are set to take charge of the IoT market in 2017, with the help of partnerships, data analytics and SDN. Editor’s Note: With 2017 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the mobile telecommunications space on what...

2017 Predictions: Cloud, AI, mobility to impact UC market in 2017

Rapid advancements in cloud, mobility, artificial intelligence and networks are set to alter the UC market. Editor’s Note: With 2017 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the mobile telecommunications space on what they expect to see in...

Solving the problems with small cell siting

The Small Cell Forum and 5G Americas look to accelerate small cell deployments. Small cells are seen as a key enabler of high-speed mobile broadband, particularly in crowded, urban areas where the macro network can't keep up with demand. Similarly, small cells can...

2017 Predictions: The life cycle of iPhone and Android devices shows a favorite

Shorter mobile device life cycles, increasing volume of device trade-ins, iPhone trade-in volume to remain strong and Android trade-ins lag for 2017. Editor’s Note: With 2017 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the mobile telecommunications space...

2017 Predictions: 5 ways fleet management is changing the game in 2017

Fleet management and telematics activity expected to expand, evolve in the new year. Editor’s Note: With 2017 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the mobile telecommunications space on what they expect to see in the new year....

2017 Predictions: Where telematics is headed in 2017

The telematics market is expected to see continued growth as consumers look towards increased safety and cost savings. Editor’s Note: With 2017 virtually upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the mobile telecommunications space on what they expect to...

2017 Predictions: SDN in 2017 – domain-specific solutions powered by specialized processors, zero latency and open source

Telecom operators are expected to continue investing and deploying in SDN platforms, though advances need to be made in order to reach their full potential. Editor’s Note: With 2017 virtually upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the mobile...

#TBT: Verizon new No. 1; China issues 3G licenses … this week in 2008

Verizon was set to overtake AT&T as the nation’s largest wireless carrier, while China issued 3G licenses covering three technologies … 8 years ago this week. Editor’s Note: RCR Wireless News goes all in for “Throwback Thursdays,” tapping into our archives to resuscitate...

2017 Predictions: 5G and the IoT – what does this mean for antennas?

5G and IoT will continue to be a strong focus of the mobile telecom space in 2017, with antennas expected to be central to ongoing development work. Editor’s Note: With 2017 virtually upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across...

2017 Predictions: Sponsored data to expand on a global scale

Telecom operators are set to dive further into sponsored data, which will also drive mergers, including one between Verizon and Comcast. Editor’s Note: With 2017 virtually upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the mobile telecommunications space on what...

Top trends in the connected car market

BI Business Intelligence estimates more than 380 million connected cars will be on the road by 2021 – and the market is picking up speed faster than expected, even from a year ago. In the U.S., Parks Associates estimates the U.S. connected vehicle market...

2017 Predictions: Wi-Fi in 2017 – new capabilities coming to market

Wi-Fi progress continues on realizing future 5G, internet of things capabilities. Editor’s Note: With 2017 virtually upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the mobile telecommunications space on what they expect to see in the new year. Predictions are generally worth...

2017 Predictions: US telcos move ahead on NFV as Europe watches

While huge progress has been made toward the development of NFV, a variety of challenges remain before widespread service roll out can commence. Editor’s Note: With 2017 virtually upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the mobile telecommunications space on...

2017 Predictions: 5G to boost cellular, IoT security and internet at the edge

5G networks to boost cellular operations, IoT security and network challenges and driving the internet further to the edge. Editor’s Note: With 2017 virtually upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the mobile telecommunications space on what they expect...