3GPP IoT standards variants add to LPWAN confusion
The 3GPP standardization group has introduced a number of LTE standards aimed at providing a network for the "internet of things": Narrowband IoT, LTE Cat 1 and LTE Cat-M. These networks add to the mix (and perhaps, confusion) of...
Regional carrier U.S. Cellular mimed Verizon and AT&T with its latest rate plan changes, save for bypassing overage protection feature
Similar to recent moves by industry heavyweights Verizon Wireless and AT&T Mobility, regional wireless provider U.S. Cellular updated its rate plans in a move to...
ZTE plans to deploy hundreds of LTE base stations for Spanish operator, as well as fiber
MADRID – The Spanish subsidiary of Chinese vendor ZTE expects to deploy between 400 and 600 LTE base stations in Spain’s Basque region, according to Mariano Almagro, head of...
3GPP IoT standards variants add to LPWAN confusion
The 3GPP standardization group has introduced a number of LTE standards aimed at providing a network for IoT: Narrowband (NB) IoT, LTE Cat 1 and LTE Cat-M. These networks add to the mix (and perhaps, confusion) of already existing...
With 5G technology expected to become a reality over the next few years, steps are still needed to ensure its success
A diverse group of tech experts and thought leaders recently convened in Aspen, Colorado, to wrestle with some of the biggest technology policy challenges...
In conjunction with network and device partner Samsung, Sprint said it has deployed 3CCA LTE service across 500 cell sites in Chicago
Sprint’s ongoing trials of three-channel carrier aggregation took a broader turn as the carrier announced network trials in Chicago with device and equipment...
T-Mobile One Plus option providing unlimited hot spot, HD video streaming, international data speed bump for $25 premium, set for Sept. 1 launch
T-Mobile US is targeting some of the criticism it received with its recently unveiled One “unlimited” plans with a higher-tiered One Plus option...
Wireless carriers looking to deploy 5G technologies on top of their current 4G deployments might be wise to take into account a few considerations
Despite the deployment of “5G” wireless technologies that is expected to come over the next several years, carriers are not pulling...
Sprint rolled out a new premium option for its unlimited plans providing access to HD streaming $5 less expensive than T-Mobile Binge On option
Sprint’s broader push into unlimited data services continues with the launch of its new “Unlimited Freedom Premium” option that tacks on...
T-Mobile and Verizon recently came out ahead of AT&T and Sprint in terms of network latency, which is important for consumers and the app community
Mobile operators are constantly being graded on network and operational performance, with a seemingly never-ending parade of new reports showing...
An increased emphasis on unlimited high-speed cellular data by T-Mobile and Sprint places focus on Verizon in terms of a response
Recent moves by T-Mobile US and Sprint to broaden the appeal of “unlimited” high-speed data plans has shifted focus to how their larger rivals...
Recent activity from Ericsson and Nokia shows a trough of 4G to 5G migration that is causing pain for all wireless technology providers
These days it’s really tough being a technology supplier to the wireless operators. In the past few weeks, both Ericsson and Nokia,...
Recent bolstering of leadership, vendor partnership agreements show Rivada aggressively positioning itself in FirstNet bid
Few companies have been more public in expressing their intent regarding a partnership with the First Responder Network Authority than Rivada Networks, which is looking to garner a significant share...
Verizon snared network performance wins across all 6 categories from AT&T, Sprint and T-Mobile in RootMetrics 1H 2016 testing; T-Mobile improves in metros
Verizon Wireless yet again topped nationwide operators in RootMetrics’ latest network performance testing, with the carrier easily outpacing rivals AT&T Mobility, Sprint...
Questions via message board Reddit continue to mount over the T-Mobile One unlimited data plan, though biz case looks sound
T-Mobile US is garnering some backlash from its recent Un-carrier 12 event, which highlighted plans to roll out a new “unlimited” data plan, T-Mobile One,...
Fiber is expected to be a significant focus on planned 5G network deployments
Bzzzzzzzzzzzzz. That sound you’re hearing is the marketplace buzz over mobile carriers’ plans to accelerate the rollout of “5G” wireless networks, building higher-speed, higher-density networks to meet increasing user demand. Long touted...
5G is coming, but not everyone is ready. Here are 5 keys CSPs should have in place when preparing to migrate their networks
Over the next five to 10 years, we’ll see a quantum leap in technology. Delivery trucks will be replaced by flying drones....
WOTW looks at this week’s avalanche of 'unlimited' data offers from T-Mobile, Sprint and AT&T, and declares excess the real winner
Hello! And welcome to our Friday column, Worst of the Week. There’s a lot of nutty stuff that goes on in this industry, so...
On the heels of T-Mobile's Un-carrier 12 announcement, Sprint is cutting prices on its unlimited plans and throwing in unlimited video streaming
Sprint jumped all over T-Mobile US’ unlimited-based Un-carrier 12 announcement today, claiming widespread availability this week of its own Unlimited Freedom postpaid plans...
As part of its Un-carrier 12 initiative, T-Mobile is set to offer new "One" plans providing "unlimited" services at discounted rates
Forgoing its usual pre-event hype, T-Mobile US today unveiled its Un-carrier 12 initiative focused on the increasingly heated topic of unlimited data.
The latest deal...
Sprint claims latest lab test used 60 megahertz in the 2.5 GHz band to support speeds up to 295 Mbps
Sprint continues its quest for speed, noting its latest three-channel carrier aggregation lab testing resulted in throughput of up to 295 megabits per second using...
Rivada Networks names four former Sprint wholesale and enterprise executives to leadership positions
Rivada Networks continues to tap former Sprint executives to fill its ranks, announcing the hiring of four former leaders of the carrier to senior positions at its Rivada Mercury business. The new...
A total of 192 telcos are deploying advanced LTE technologies
A total of 521 operators have commercially launched LTE, LTE-Advanced or LTE-Advanced Pro networks in 170 countries, according to a recent report focused on the state of LTE network reach released by the Global mobile...
Mobile connectivity and tapping into IoT are mission-critical for public safety and first responders
It’s the age of the always-connected first responder. Police and fire departments, as well as emergency medical services, harness the “internet of things” daily to put new tools in the hands...
