The possibilities are endless. That is what some vendors say about 5G, as they urge operators to partner with manufacturers to transform the technology into a lucrative revenue stream. Their intentions are good. The reality, though, is more complicated. In …
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The top five applications for Lidar beyond the automotive market (Reader Forum)
by Reader Forumby Reader ForumIt’s clear that lidar technology will play a pivotal role in the automotive market, transforming the way we navigate with the advent of autonomous vehicles and shuttles. Aside from its impact on the automotive space, lidar also has the potential …
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5G delivers extreme performance requires new spectrum (Reader Forum)
by Reader Forumby Reader ForumDependent on location, network, subscription and the handset used, the roll-out of 5G will herald notable changes in mobile network performance. For subscribers, 5G offers the much talked-about ‘enhanced mobile broadband’ [compared to the existing ‘mobile broadband’ LTE/4G networks]. With …
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Wireless connectivity has spread so completely around the world over the last couple of decades that it’s pretty easy to overlook everything going on behind the scenes to make it all work—the wires behind the wireless. There’s a necessary synergy …
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When Z-location doesn’t matter: An open letter to first responder community (Reader Forum)
by Reader Forumby Reader ForumLast week, FCC Chairman Pai announced a proposed draft called the Fifth Report & Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking with the stated intent of improving 911 vertical location accuracy (known as z-axis) when someone calls 911 using a mobile phone in a …
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After a long period of hype, 5G cellular networking technology is on the cusp of becoming a reality. Major carriers as well as smart phone manufacturers are already advertising their consumer-oriented 5G offerings, and 5G service will be available in …
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It’s no secret that Mobile Operators are facing increased pressure as competition grows at the same time that data demands are going through the roof and margins are compressing. Residential and business customers have options, and operators are always exploring …
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Cellular vs. Wi-Fi The cellular and Wi-Fi worlds have always maintained somewhat of a love-hate relationship. I’ve personally lost count of how many times I’ve heard about convergence, offload, integration and complementarity technology. The reality? Development and sales in certain …
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Consider this scenario. An enterprise wants to expand its business by adding five more international offices. Cloud computing makes it possible to add multiple users to its SaaS subscription in just a few minutes. But the company also needs to …
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According to research report by Global Market Insights, Inc., the Cloud Gaming Market is set to grow from its current market was valued at over USD 1 Billion in 2018 to USD 8 Billion by 2025. The robust popularity of …
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Currently, 3.8 billion people worldwide – about half of the world’s population – lack access to the Internet, yet Internet growth has slowed every year since 2015. The majority of people who don’t have Internet access are from developing economies, …
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Converting to 5G: How carriers can win subscribers over to the upgrade
by Reader Forumby Reader ForumAs 5G begins its rollout, carriers are preparing to rally their subscribers and get them excited about all 5G has to offer. Great new network, great new devices – it could be as heady a combination as peanut butter and …
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Exploring beyond borders–5G enabling a global mobile economy (Reader Forum)
by Reader Forumby Reader Forum5G has been a major topic of discussion for the past two years. It’s not surprising that people are excited about the next-generation of wireless connectivity: the promise of super-fast, low-power, low-latency connectivity that enables a huge number of devices …
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Skimming the headlines, you might be led to believe that 5G is coming any day now. Some carriers talk about it like it’s here and we’re already starting to see television commercials hyping 5G-enabled phones. But the truth is only a few mobile …
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To say carriers have had a tough time of it in recent years would be an understatement. Technology changes, the arrival of new digital players and the proliferation of more and more digital services have seen carriers invest heavily in …
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Phones can never replace cameras, sat-navs or home Hi-Fi systems – they said. Famous last words. Even everyday devices like the humble flashlight seems to be, going almost extinct! So, how long before the traditional TV set gets overtaken by …
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The best thing since bread: Telecommunications in the age of network slicing (Reader Forum)
by Reader Forumby Reader ForumThe use case for telecommunications technology has changed before our eyes. Today, millions of viewers are consuming content via YouTube, video live streaming platform Twitch, or even playing video games, with young gamers (18-25) in the U.S. spending nearly three …
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Micro-mobility: The benefits and challenges of scooter sharing and beyond (Reader Forum)
by Reader Forumby Reader ForumMicro-mobility solutions such as scooters, bike shares, and other vehicles have flooded our cities, but many companies face mounting criticism. Rather than profiting from the “build-break-build” ethos, micro-mobility companies are being forced to navigate, sometimes at great cost, complex public …
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In the race to 5G, don’t overlook the continued importance of 4G (Reader Forum)
by Reader Forumby Reader Forum5G is the hot ticket item for mobile operators at the moment – we hear about its legendary fast speeds, its ultra-low latency and its ability to handle network congestion in a way we simply haven’t experienced with 4G. However, …
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Neural networks address the challenges of CSI reporting in 5G NR (Reader Forum)
by Reader Forumby Reader ForumIntroduction The performance specification for 5G is much more demanding than for previous generations of mobile networks, requiring high data rates, (up to 20 Gbps), very low latency, (< 1 mSec), ultra-high reliability, energy efficiency and very high numbers of …
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How blockchain can ensure security and compliance in telemedicine (Reader Forum)
by Reader Forumby Reader ForumA recent surge in telehealth suggests that virtual care will rise in popularity in the coming years. Telemedicine offers an accessible way for patients to remotely connect with doctors for medical advice and diagnoses, particularly for patients who are unable …
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Why 5G by stealth is the answer to future end-to-end coverage (Reader Forum)
by Reader Forumby Reader Forum$1.3 trillion will be spent on mobile networks across all technology generations in the next 5 years, and, according to the GSMA, a staggering 75% of this will be 5G investment. Yet despite the considerable CAPEX operators are prepared to …
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What do private wireless and private optical networks have in common? (Reader Forum)
by Reader Forumby Reader ForumBoth offer big benefits for modern enterprise Much has been written about trends towards use of connected technology in modern industry. The fourth industrial revolution, Smart cities, IoT, and Industry 4.0 are all monikers for use of connected technologies to …
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Wi-Fi 6 Compliance vs. certification: Words can be misleading (Reader Forum)
by Reader Forumby Reader ForumThe tech industry is a hype machine. The promise of something newer, faster, and better is unmistakably alluring. It’s why we fork over hundreds of dollars for the new iPhone even when our one-generation-old iPhone works perfectly fine. Wi-Fi is …
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Giving construction the IoT treatment could help save the planet (Reader Forum)
by Reader Forumby Reader ForumAs our collective awareness of the environment continues to grow due to climate change, our surroundings and the way we interact with them are changing dramatically. Buildings and infrastructures are not just cement blocks anymore. They have become dynamic environments, …