Mobile edge computing is viewed by many mobile network operators as related to 5G, but MNOs can glean benefits from MEC in their current 4G-based operations.
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AT&T lays claim to being first domestic operator to support international VoLTE roaming services, though U.S. support remains spotty.
AT&T expanded voice-over-LTE roaming into Japan, signing a deal with NTT DoCoMo to support AT&T’s high-definition voice service for customers traveling in the Asian...
AT&T said initial 5G Evolution markets under the Network 3.0 Indigo label to include Austin, Indianapolis; sets 55% SDN control target for year-end.
AT&T continued to fill in its “5G” network plans, noting plans to launch its first “5G Evolution markets” in...
CEA Tech’s Leti research institute set for a six-month trial of 5G “block filtered-OFDM” waveform said to overcome LTE limitations.
France’s CEA Tech said its Leti research institute recently announced plans to deploy a “5G” framework designed to demonstrate a new “post-orthogonal frequency...
5G trial progress a highlight of Verizon Q4 results as the telecom giant suffered under competitive strain from T-Mobile, AT&T and Sprint.
Verizon Communications is looking to maintain its position near the head of “5G” network development, noting it’s currently moving on...
AT&T might have killed off its 2G network for the benefit of 4G and 5G, but let’s not forget just how awesome that GSM/GPRS/EDGE network was.
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The ongoing evolution of mobile technologies from 4G to 5G provides the cellular market with a leg up in terms of competing in the connected car arena.
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2017 is expected to see greater use of LTE for public safety, neutral host models powering in-building plans and more NB-IoT deployments.
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5G test reached transmission speeds of more than 22 Gbps.
Ericsson said it completed the first "5G" technology trial in Turkey, achieving transmission speeds in excess of 22 gigabits per second. The vendor said the trial, which took place at the Istanbul University Süleyman Demirel...
AT&T said the shut down of its 2G network on Jan. 1 will allow it to refarm spectrum in the coming months towards its LTE and 5G network plans.
AT&T said its recent move to turn down its legacy GSM-based 2G network...
Unlimited data fans on Verizon and AT&T being strong-armed to comply or at least pay a bit more for the privilege, but at least the FCC has a sense of humor.
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Are LTE smartphones not moving as fast as the networks they support?
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As mobile operator CTOs are rapidly...
More precise antenna tuning can help a smartphone take advantage of new technologies and new spectrum resources.
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Mobile telecommunication providers need to be prepared for the challenges that come with the move towards a new digital world.
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Growing demand across mobile networks and small cell deployments from 4G and IoT set to increase need for fiber support.
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Three of the top four wireless carriers – AT&T Mobility, Sprint and T-Mobile US – have promised gigabit wireless speeds will begin this year. That’s incredible.
We know how gigabit speeds on the wireline side has been astounding, but to deliver these speeds wirelessly...
Citing an astronomical increase in mobile data traffic driven by video, AT&T highlighted upcoming LTE-A, 5G technology and fiber plans.
Following up on network progress reports by T-Mobile US and Sprint, AT&T highlighted its work with current LTE deployments, plans for “5G”...
AT&T, Ericsson and Qualcomm said they plan to test various 5G technologies using millimeter wave spectrum during second half of 2017.
AT&T, Ericsson and Qualcomm announced plans to conduct interoperability testing and over-the-air trials based on what they expect to be...
Sprint CTO John Saw touted 2017 network plans to include expansion of 3CCA, HPUE into devices, small cells, 5G preparation, 256 QAM and more MIMO.
Sprint appeared to show some new spark in 2016, including a continued push of its network transformation...
T-Mobile expects 5G to be a game changer in time, but until then continues to tap technology and spectrum to expand reach and ability of its LTE network.
T-Mobile US provided an end-of-year update on the scale and scope of its LTE...
Google Fiber plans in flux; 5G progress and standards challenges; and M&A activity highlight final round of RCR Wireless News top 100 stories of 2016.
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Sprint said its jobs plan is tied to a recent agreement between chairman Masayoshi Son and President-elect Donald Trump, with focus on customer care, sales.
Sprint looks set to reverse course on its recent history of job cuts and outsourcing, announcing plans to “bring...
5G specifications and spectrum support; 600 MHz auction stumbles; and executive shuffles at Verizon and Ericsson among top stories of 2016.
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Telecom operators are set to dive further into sponsored data, which will also drive mergers, including one between Verizon and Comcast.
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