BROWSING: 5G

5G standards process: ITU and 3GPP lay groundwork

5G: The next generation of mobile The goal is for next generation mobile standards related to "5G" technology to be ready by 2020. That's the deadline for when the International Telecommunications Union is expected to set standards many claim will enable a seamlessly connected society,...

5G standards process: ITU and 3GPP lay groundwork

5G: The next generation of mobile The goal is for next generation mobile standards related to "5G" technology to be ready by 2020. That's the deadline for when the International Telecommunications Union is expected to set standards many claim will enable a seamlessly connected society,...

Reality Check: 7 myth-busting mobile video trends

Growing consumer demand for mobile video continues to drive traffic across mobile networks, with no slow down in sight In the not so distant past, mobile video was a precious and expensive commodity. But by 2020, Cisco reports video will account for more than 75%...

Sprint talks 5G, NFV and SDN plans

On this week’s NFV/SDN Reality Check we speak with Sprint to discuss the carrier’s 5G plans and the use of NFV and SDN to support the service The telecom space continues to embrace network virtualization technologies, including those based on software-defined networking, network functions virtualization...

FCC approves high-band spectrum support for 5G services

Spectrum Frontiers approval sees nearly 11 gigahertz of spectrum freed up for licensed and unlicensed use in support of 5G services In a move designed to bolster the development and deployment of so-called “5G” technologies, the Federal Communications Commission approved plans to open up nearly...

Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile and Sprint deep into 5G testing across high-band spectrum

FCC 5G spectrum focus only part of high-band airwaves currently being tapped by domestic carriers for next-generation technology testing The Federal Communications Commission’s move to free up nearly 11 gigahertz of spectrum above the 24 GHz band is being touted as a boost for the...

Inside IoT network rollouts: LoRa, Sigfox and LTE-M

What is an IoT (LPWAN) network? An "internet of things" network is a low-power, wide-area network designed for machine-to-machine applications. These networks purposefully transfer data at low speeds in order to maintain low power consumption and extend battery life. LPWAN networks enable the connectivity of devices...

Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile and Sprint deep into 5G testing across high-band spectrum

FCC 5G spectrum focus only part of high-band airwaves currently being tapped by domestic carriers for next-generation technology testing The Federal Communications Commission’s move to free up nearly 11 gigahertz of spectrum above the 24 GHz band is being touted as a boost for the...

FCC approves high-band spectrum support for 5G services

Spectrum Frontiers approval sees nearly 11 gigahertz of spectrum freed up for licensed and unlicensed use in support of 5G services In a move designed to bolster the development and deployment of so-called “5G” technologies, the Federal Communications Commission approved plans to open up nearly...

AT&T CEO discusses 5G, internet of things plans

AT&T is seen by many as the domestic investment leader in the "internet of things" and virtualization of its network. The telecom company also has its sights set on "5G" technology and what it can do to prepare to bring these future game changing technologies...

AT&T CEO discusses 5G, internet of things plans

AT&T is seen by many as the domestic investment leader in the "internet of things" and virtualization of its network. The telecom company also has its sights set on "5G" technology and what it can do to prepare to bring these future game changing technologies...

Ericsson asks FCC for permit to conduct 5G demo for T-Mobile

5G demo slated for 15 GHz range Ericsson, in a recent filing with the Federal Communications Commission, is seeking special temporary authority to conduct a "5G" demo for T-Mobile US at the carrier's Bellevue, Washington, headquarters. According to the document, Ericsson plans to use one base...

Ericsson asks FCC for permit to conduct 5G demo for T-Mobile

5G demo slated for 15 GHz range Ericsson, in a recent filing with the Federal Communications Commission, is seeking special temporary authority to conduct a "5G" demo for T-Mobile US at the carrier's Bellevue, Washington, headquarters. According to the document, Ericsson plans to use one base...

U.S. innovation depends on 5G buildout

Federal leaders outline 'must dos' for smart city success Innovation is taking place at the local level. Across the U.S., cities are striving to become “smart cities,” which in its simplest form means applying information and communications technologies to urban challenges. While it is easy...

U.S. innovation depends on 5G buildout

Federal leaders outline 'must dos' for smart city success Innovation is taking place at the local level. Across the U.S., cities are striving to become “smart cities,” which in its simplest form means applying information and communications technologies to urban challenges. While it is easy...

Video: See the difference between 4G and 5G

Nokia demo at 5G World showcases industrial automation applications of 5G To some extent, the industrial and consumer "internet of things" is viewed as the killer app that "5G" will fully enable. During the 5G World event in London, Nokia was on hand to demonstrate the...

Video: See the difference between 4G and 5G

Nokia demo at 5G World showcases industrial automation applications of 5G To some extent, the industrial and consumer internet of things are viewed as the killer app that 5G will fully enable. During the 5G World event in London, Nokia was on hand to demonstration...

5G: A bargaining chip for Europe's telecom industry

Are telcos bluffing or will the development of 5G depend on the regulatory agenda? Last week, Europe’s telecom industry warned policymakers that the business case for "5G" is hanging in the balance. Ensuring the elephant in the 5G room was well and truly visible, the...

5G: A bargaining chip for Europe’s telecoms industry

Are telcos bluffing or will the development of 5G depend on the regulatory agenda? Last week, Europe’s telecoms industry warned policymakers that the business case for 5G is hanging in the balance. Ensuring the elephant in the 5G room was well and truly visible, the...

Verizon completes 5G radio specification as trials continue

Although "5G" isn't set for standardization by 3GPP and the International Telecommunication Union until 2020, carriers and vendors are aggressively working on prestandardized technology with many bullish on the outlook for commercialization. Verizon Wireless, which announced it would start 5G trials last year, said it...

Verizon completes 5G radio specification as trials continue

Although 5G isn't set for standardization by 3GPP and the ITU until 2020, carriers and vendors are aggressively working on pre-standardized technology with many bullish on the outlook for commercialization. Verizon, which announced it would start 5G trials last year now says it has...

Do all roads lead to 5G?

The Roman Empire developed a network of complex and highly efficient roads that provided new opportunity, additional revenue, and faster delivery. Two thousand years later, 5G holds the same promise. And although new roads may lead to 5G, there are many paths to get there and...

Do all roads lead to 5G?

The Roman Empire developed a network of complex and highly efficient roads that provided new opportunity, additional revenue, and faster delivery. Two thousand years later, 5G holds the same promise. And although new roads may lead to 5G, there are many paths to get there and...

Reader Forum: VoLTE – a fundamental stepping-stone to 5G

What is the connection between VoLTE and 5G networks? Spectrum and the ability for wireless carriers to refarm 2G and 3G spectrum for next-gen services Operators around the world continue to make steady progress implementing voice-over-LTE services. According to the General Services Administration, as of...

Reader Forum: The evolving shape of last-mile wireless infrastructure in US cities

Last-mile wireless infrastructure is set to see a growing influence from the use of millimeter-wave spectrum bands to meet '5G' needs The demand for high-capacity, carrier-grade enterprise broadband in major U.S. cities is growing, fueled by a surge in data usage and cloud services. With...