5G may be all the buzz, but there are steps needed to prepare for the evolution Imagine a future where nearly everything in the physical world is connected to ubiquitous, high-speed mobile networks. Think of cars that safely drive themselves, …
Move towards multiple devices, million of users sets stage for significant growth Editor’s Note: With 2016 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from leading industry analysts and executives on what they expect to see in the new …
Corning Optical breaks down the various wireless power solutions As in-building wireless usage continues to grow, building owners must find ways to meet the cellular coverage and capacity needs – both today and tomorrow – for their employees, tenants, guests, …
Commuters deserve focus of mobile carriers Operators are exploring new ways to monetize the growth in data traffic to offset falling revenues. Slowing subscriber numbers, as well as competitive and regulatory pressures, have led to a lower forecasted compound annual …
Get ready for more from the connected car market as autonomous vehicles are on the horizon Editor’s Note: With 2016 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from leading industry analysts and executives on what they expect to …
DragonWave predicts small cells, 5G and increased data demand to impact backhaul space in 2016 Editor’s Note: With 2016 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from leading industry analysts and executives on what they expect to see …
Cobham Wireless predicts increased focus on network densification in 2016 Editor’s Note: With 2016 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from leading industry analysts and executives on what they expect to see in the new year. Universal …
OpenCloud looks at the need for NFV differentiation in the market When the Internet community started talking about the cloud, it meant different things to different people. Over the years, agreement was made on what makes a cloud a cloud, …
Flexenclosure provides tips on ICT project deployments in developing nations With the data boom in parts of Asia and much of Africa continuing to grow exponentially, business opportunities in the information and communications technology sectors have never been more exciting. …
While Latin American markets overall are showing slow regional economic growth, one bright spot is the Latin America telecom landscape, which is emerging as one of the world’s fastest-growing markets. Despite an uncertain regulatory environment, Latin America continues to show …
It seems that the future is getting faster every day. “The Future of Network Appliances,” a recent survey conducted by Heavy Reading, revealed that in 2018 – a mere two years in the future – 100 gigabits per second will …
Exploring SS7 fraud, mobile network security and subscriber privacy It’s been a transformative year for mobile technology. Networks are evolving quickly and consumers and enterprises have taken advantage of the abundance of new, “connected” opportunities. However, with changes in mobile …
The automotive industry is being transformed by the “Internet of Things.” Having cars connected to the Internet is changing the way people drive, order and service their cars and how passengers enjoy the ride. But IoT features aren’t a new …
Once upon a time, not that long ago, there lived a young girl in a land not too far from here. In its own way the land was an amazing place; it was populated by scientists and mathematicians. In her …
The first generation of telecom management, often called cost management, was focused on telecom carrier cost. Manual invoice-to-contract compliance audits were performed to identify billing errors so that overcharges could be recouped. It was labor-intensive and primarily provided value by …
Network function performance in a virtualized world Over the course of the last 15 years, both enterprises and service providers have come to embrace the benefits of server virtualization. The benefits are multi-fold – ranging from increased efficiency and return …
The emerging mobile edge computing ecosystem and value chain are complex with diverse technologies and a mounting number of companies – large and small – entering the MEC arena seemingly every day. Mobile edge computing is an up-and-coming advancement in …
It is common wisdom these days to say that there is a “spectrum crunch.” That is, that we, the consuming public, are consuming more and more wireless data, and that the companies that provide us access to this data (the …
The automotive industry is being transformed by the IoT (Internet of Things). Having cars connected to the Internet is changing the way people drive, order, and service their cars and how passengers enjoy the ride. But IoT features aren’t a …
It’s become rather apparent that microwave backhaul networks are becoming exhausted. This is largely due to not only a dramatic increase in mobile subscribers, but also a rapid increase in the capacity per subscriber brought on by the expansion of …
The promise of a smart cars connected to smart cities is certainly exciting – traffic lights that respond to real-time fluctuations in road congestion, streamlined navigation, time and cost savings, enriched services, new business opportunities plus overall conveniences that simplify …
This has turned out to be a banner year for wireless charging. If you doubt that claim, peer into any one of 200 Starbucks coffee shops in San Francisco and around the United Kingdom where you will find customers wirelessly …
The importance of service assurance for NFV deployments So far, 2015 has been a big year for network functions virtualization. A recent report from IHS suggests this sector is set to grow five-fold by 2019 as operators look to shift …
Mobile testing keys for better performance Every year, the number of mobile personal devices continues to grow steadily. Various mobile brands struggle for annual leadership. It is a common belief that mobile applications testing is simple, and therefore mobile testers …
The number of traditional “pure-play” mobile operators is in decline as global consolidation continues at pace. Despite declining operator numbers, competition has never been so fierce – it’s just coming from non-traditional players in the market. The battle between operators …
