Network densification is about a lot more than
beefing up macro sites and deploying new small cells. Connecting all of these
radio sites and tying them back into the core, data centers and other ICT
locations, is fiber optic cabling. And, given current and future densification
needs, fiber...
The combination of 5G, IoT and edge requires a multi-cloud strategy
With device support and scaling networks, 2019 will be a big year for the commercialization of 5G but is still very much in the early days. Enhanced mobile broadband that brings higher data speeds...
The dawn of 5G means the way we get, experience and manage information will change, putting user experience front and center. To enable services in each of the three 5G primary use cases identified by the 3GPP—eMBB, URLLC and mMTC—network operators must dramatically transform...
A Q&A with Jeff Eiseman, SQUAN general manager of fiber splicing and construction services
New Jersey-based network infrastructure design/build firm SQUAN today announced that Jeff Eiseman has joined the company as general manager of fiber splicing and construction services, a key position as the company...
As mobile network operators (MNOs) prepare to integrate 5G wireless technology and services, they are taking the opportunity to evolve their network architecture with three goals in mind: reduce costs; improve deployment efficiency, service flexibility and velocity; and open the market to innovation to...
60 GHz distribution networks support in-building enterprise and industrial connectivityÂ
Emerging from stealth mode, Kwikbit is planning two major product launches in the first half of 2019 bringing to market a unique blend of disruptive technology to deliver gigabit wireless to flexibly meet the needs...
Microwave rises to meet challenges of 5G deployment
The 5G transport discussion is primarily focused on the role of fiber in delivering on the increased capacity demands associated with next-generation cellular. But fiber comes with some built-in challenges, chief among them cost and availability--fiber isn't...
With the promise of 5G—including higher data speeds and new services—come major challenges for operators in terms of network quality, reliability, and availability.
Mission critical applications will demand a network which cannot fail, and ensuring network quality will be at the core of deployment and...
Verizon will "significantly expand" its LTE small cell network in Boston
Verizon is deepening its network infrastructure relationship with the city of Boston, with an updated 10-year agreement that touches on everything from small cell deployments to the carrier's presence in the city and digital equity.
Verizon...
Initial Verizon 5G launch is fixed wireless offering
Fixed wireless has been around since the days of 2G but there are converging factors that suggest the best days are still ahead. In a recent economic analysis, Ericsson researchers see the fixed wireless opportunity as three-fold:...
Verizon also extends to fee waiver to new counties
Verizon network recovery crews are playing a game of whack-a-mole in the Florida Panhandle as clean up efforts related to the Oct. 10 landfall of Hurricane Michael continue. The carrier sustained "unprecedented" damage to its fiber...
Verizon waiving fees for customers in impacted areas
After sustained "unprecedented" damage to its fiber network in the Florida Panhandle when Hurricane Michael raged through beginning Oct. 10, the operator said today it made "critical progress" overnight and restored its "primary fiber hubs."
As the network...
Under the new agreement, both firms will connect 5,000 Telefonica’s base stations to DT’s fiber infrastructure
German carriers Deutsche Telekom and Telefónica Deutschland have announced an agreement to speed up the deployment of 5G networks and reduce cost.
Under this new deal, the two companies have...
A Q&A with CommScope on network densification for the transition from LTE to 5G
As U.S operators light up 5G services in select markets this year, small cell is a key element of the network densification needed to provide high-throughput services using millimeter wave frequencies,...
AT&T to launch mobile 5G in 12 markets by year-end
During Mobile World Congress in Barcelona when RCR Wireless News last spoke to Gordon Mansfield, AT&T's vice president of converged access and device technology said his "number one focus and priority" was overseeing the network build...
Hudson Fiber Network deal adds metro optical networks to ExteNet holdings
ExteNet Systems co-founder and 16-year CEO Ross Manire announced his retirement on Sept. 4; he is succeeded by Jim Hyde who most recently served as president of Sprint's Prepaid Group, Wholesale, Affiliates and Strategic Partnerships.
ExteNet...
Strong demand in India contributes to Ciena revenue growth
Ciena reported its third quarter financials this week and strong growth in the APAC region, along with other positive trends, resulted in Q3 revenues of $819 million up more than 12% from the same quarter last...
Belgian operator partnered with Nokia on transport network modernization
As operators enhance their networks to keep up with increasing demand for mobile data capacity, considerable attention is paid to the radio access and core networks. But upgrades to radio and core infrastructure also require investment...
In move to connected everything, still "significant gap in infrastructure," SQUAN exec says
New Jersey-based network infrastructure design/build firm SQUAN today announced that John Ferrara will serve as the company's new chief financial officer. Former CFO for TheStreet and most recently CFO for consulting firm...
As the global network infrastructure is tasked with maintaining pace with voracious bandwidth demands that continue to rise exponentially, fiber optic wireline networks are often looked at as the silver bullet that can keep up with ever-changing end-user behavior. These thin strands of glass,...
U.S. Department of Agriculture program provides loans and grants for a dozen rural broadband projects
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is funding a dozen projects in 11 states with loans and grants to provide or improve rural broadband service.
The USDA allocated about $88 million in...
Commscope also highlighted the firm is well-positioned to capture business opportunities in the 5G field
Commscope expects to see future benefits from partnerships with large North American customers despite some impacts in the firm’s margins, the firm’s CFO Alexander Pease said on a conference call...
Hub home provides fixed wireless to nearby residences
Regional carrier C Spire, which is headquartered in Ridgeland, Miss., provides a variety of cellular and broadband services businesses and residents around the largely rural state. As it expands a new fixed wireless access service, the provider...
