Members of the 3GPP (the group who overseas cellular standards and specifications) has just approved their first 5G spec! The specifications will be posted next week, but this is the official standard that future 5G networks will be built off of. Up until this time, operators running 5G trials have only had a loose outline […]
Verizon 5G Better Than Expected
Verizon CFO Matthew Ellis said that Verizon 5G is working better than expected in test markets, which has led Verizon to deploy 5G fixed wireless in up to 5 US markets. “The distance that we see that you can get over gigabit speeds, north of 2,000 feet, is part of the economics of the business […]
Unlimited Data Predicted for 5G Networks
With the launch of 5G networks coming ever closer, 2019-2020 expected launch window, more and more questions are being asked. One question on everyones mind is about data usage and the current capped data plans offered by carriers. Dan Bieler, a Forrester analyst said, “Once 5G arrives on a nationwide basis, there is so much […]
US Businesses and 5G
Is the US prepared for a 5G rollout, and what is the potential impact on businesses and this exciting new technology? Network World investigates what a nationwide 5G rollout could look like, what is on the plate, and adaptation of the technology. Read the full article here. Related posts: POTS Line Adapter – 5 Powerful […]
ZTE Testing 5G with top providers in India
The Economic Times is reporting that ZTE, a major telecom gear maker, is working to develop and test 5G networking in India. President of Global Marketing and Solutions stated , “India is a very important market for us. Telecom industry is all about scale, and India offers scale. Indian telecom market will grow very fast…We are […]