Analysts see growth for equipment providers regardless of FCC decision
Companies from inside and outside the wireless industry are excited about the Federal Communications Commission's plan to make more spectrum available in the 3550-3700 MHz band. Citizens broadband radio service, or CBRS, could deliver the...
According to the FCC’s own 2016 Broadband Progress Report, 39% of Americans living in rural areas lack access to ‘superfast’ broadband, leaping to 41% of Americans living in Tribal lands. Superfast is defined as a broadband internet connection of 25Mbps. In practice, this means...
The internet of things may still be in its early stages, but iGR notes the opportunities and market segments are vast
We have been busy this spring preparing a series of new “internet of things” reports. Obviously, IoT presents a significant opportunity for the entire...
Companies cut costs and complexity by outsourcing wireless infrastructure
Wireless infrastructure is increasingly differentiated by software, and enterprises are learning that they can reduce complexity by outsourcing infrastructure management. Many enterprises are taking this one step further by turning infrastructure ownership over to suppliers in...
We all know that mobile operators are constantly trying to find an advertising tagline that works, one that resonates with consumers so much that it becomes part of everyday vocabulary. The most successful tagline in telecom was probably “pin drop” all those years ago...
Apple iPhone installment plan and similar device buy back programs core to carrier and OTT customer acquisition and retention strategy
Austin, Texas-based industry analyst, Iain Gillott stopped by the RCRatx Studio Lounge this week for a detailed discussion of the Apple iPhone Installment Plan. Check out...
LTE-based 4G networks expected to last through 2020, form basis of 5G
LAS VEGAS – The telecom world gathered at this week’s CTIA Super Mobility 2015 event heard plenty about the continued evolution of wireless network technology under the “5G” banner, but those at carriers...
HOLLYWOOD, Fla. – Making the small cell business model work was the topic of a well-attended panel this year at PCIA's Wireless Infrastructure Show. Analyst Iain Gillott of iGR Research was joined by TowerCloud founder Ron Murdy and by Greg Weiner of Vertix Consulting.
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