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Cell site deployment is complex, costly and multi-staged. For RRH (Remote Radio Head) installation, there is typically an installation phase, and a completely separate turn-up phase when the BBUs (Baseband Units) are finally activated. However, a new process is emerging …

Best practices help operators reduce opex and assure quality of experience Tremendous cost pressure and an incredibly competitive carrier marketplace have created a dynamic in the telecom industry marked by a pressing need to combat churn by ensuring quality of …

On the continued march to 5G, marketing hype is giving way to increasingly impressive technical demonstrations and more refined use cases. This work is going on every day in labs, research institutions and operator sandboxes around the world. But, it …

As the internet of things grows, LTE-based technologies will shape 5G Part of the vision for 5G is a single, unified air interface capable of supporting everything from massive numbers of internet of things devices and sensors requiring low levels …

From smart buildings to smart cities, fiber and power are key network elements The telecom industry is in the midst of a monumental shift toward an all-encompassing 5G standard that will enable exciting industrial and enterprise applications. But, as this …

Streamline troubleshooting to maximize RF investments and cut opex RF interference, whether it’s PIM, electrical or out-of-band emissions, wreaks havoc on mobile networks. Interference hunting and troubleshooting take up valuable and costly man hours while generating dropped calls and poor …

Selected by many global operators to cost-effectively connect the previously unconnected, Parallel Wireless groundbreaking virtualized small cell rural technology delivers rural coverage on an accelerated timeline while meeting national and local regulatory requirements. The globally proven solution changes the economics …

Many promises are being made for real-time communication (RTC) services in the Cloud. Unfortunately, service providers are realizing that transitioning RTC services to Cloud architectures is not as simple as slideware suggests. In order to be successful, service providers must …

Asset Lifecycle Management, when done properly, is a critical component of an overall Supply Chain Management practice. Management Data Systems International (MDSI) and Fulcrum Technologies – developers of the CATS ALM Software solution – present best practices to allow you …

From NB-IoT to Enhanced Mobile Broadband, 5G NR will have it covered “5G New Radio (NR) is the wireless standard that will become the foundation for the next generation of mobile networks. Whereas 3G and 4G connected people, 5G will …

Unclear about your BSA performance in the field? Basic drive test runs don’t show it all! These best practices show you how to benchmark BSA performance in the field to ensure you’re making the right choice. Packed with specifics and …

As CPRI and OBSAI gain traction, stay competitive while cutting costs To keep up with data-hungry customers, carriers are working to add capacity and flexibility to their networks. This trend has resulted in a movement to centralized Radio Access Network, …

Collision Communications is launching its new C-RAN Receiver Solution that uses advanced signal processing to achieve 500% performance gain in dense network environments ahead of 5G Advanced signal processing pioneer Collision Communications is launching its C-RAN Receiver Solution, designed to …

FAA approval allows Qualcomm to test drones in real-world, mixed environment Some 5G use cases—enhanced mobile broadband and massive machine-type communication—are well articulated and in the pipeline. Other 5G applications, including those that could usher in a fourth industrial revolution …

Radio frequency interference issues in mobile networks can significantly impact the customer experience, but they are not always easy to identify and resolve. EXFO has launched the new OpticalRFTM application for its compact and powerful FTB-1 Pro test platform, enabling …

This short clip explores the exciting realm of possibilities made possible using Qualcomm’s 5G technology. This includes immersive VR experiences, autonomous cars, robotics, and more. Anybody can talk about 5G, but Qualcomm creates it.

What is 5G NR (New Radio)? How does it differ from today’s 4G LTE technology? John Smee, Vice President of Engineering at Qualcomm Technologies discusses this with RCR Wireless News’ Editor-in-Chief Dan Meyer. From Qualcomm’s perspective, the “bag of tools” …

As discussion of 5G grows in the wireless industry, the question on everyone’s minds is this: “When will 5G become a reality?” Durga Malladi, Senior VP of Engineering at Qualcomm Technologies explains that the question can be approached in two …

  Dean Brenner, Senior VP of Government Affairs at Qualcomm Incorporated discusses the company’s comprehensive approach to 5G spectrum with RCR Wireless News’ Editor-in-Chief Dan Meyer. This approach includes the following: • Designing a system that support low, mid and …

To realize the vision of 5G, the IoT and smart cities, site acquisition regulations needs to be streamlined Aside from the promise of fundamentally changing the way we live and work, the enabling technology for 5G, the internet of things …

Carrier aggregation, combo of licensed and unlicensed spectrum, and massive MIMO are key 5G technologies Although 5G has not been fully defined, the next-generation wireless connectivity standard will certainly provide multi-gigabit data throughputs by tapping into carrier aggregation, massive MIMO …

Strong communication and clear objectives save time and money while speeding wireless infrastructure deployments LAS VEGAS–The creation of 5G and its many elements will require coordination and communication across the telecom ecosystem of carriers, vendors, integrators and managed service firms. …

Mon, Oct 24, 2016 11:00 AM EDT Many promises are being made for real-time communication (RTC) services in the Cloud. Unfortunately, service providers are realizing that transitioning RTC services to Cloud architectures is not as simple as slideware suggests. In …