Tag: AT&T

The Race for eSIM and Fixed Wireless Access (FWA): How Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile Could Conquer Future Data

FWA eSIM carrier race

The rise of eSIM technology is transforming industries and reshaping how we think about connectivity. When combined with Fixed Wireless Access (FWA), eSIM offers significant opportunities for both businesses and consumers to enjoy high-speed internet without the need for physical SIM cards. The competition between major carriers—Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile—is intensifying as they race to […]

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Verizon Wins Over T-Mobile in RootMetrics Study

Two reports from mobile analytics company RootMetrics provide a comprehensive look at the performance of network carriers in the first half of 2024. These studies reveal some significant shifts in the 5G landscape, highlighting changes in speed, reliability, and availability rankings among the top carriers: Verizon, T-Mobile, and AT&T. Key Findings from RootMetrics’ 5G Testing […]

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Feud Over FirstNet Expansion: AT&T vs. Verizon

A heated debate has arisen between telecommunications giants AT&T and Verizon over a proposal aimed at boosting service for emergency responders. The Wall Street Journal reported on Monday that AT&T is lobbying regulators to allocate more wireless frequencies to FirstNet, a dedicated network for public safety established in 2017. Verizon, however, argues that this move […]

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AT&T Suffers A Nationwide Outage

Amidst our highly connected lives, a nationwide outage from one of the major cellular providers in the USA is happening again as of today, June 4, 2024.  In a statement sent to CNN, AT&T said a problem is preventing several of their customers from completing calls between carriers. Yes, that actually means that if you’re […]

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J.D. Power Report Reveals 5G FWA Dominates in Customer Satisfaction

Recent findings from the J.D. Power report on residential internet service provider satisfaction have unveiled a significant trend: 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) is leading the pack in customer satisfaction among various internet service types. With scores ranging from 775 to 825 on a 1,000-point scale, depending on the provider, 5G FWA outshines other technologies […]

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Widespread Cellular Outages and the Benefits of Failover

In a surprising turn of events, major cellular carriers AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon experienced widespread outages across the United States on Thursday morning. The disruptions left thousands of customers without cellular service and internet connectivity, sparking concerns, especially regarding emergency services. Details sourced from NBC News reveal the extent of the outages and the subsequent […]

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Peplink BR1 Mini 5G Router

Peplink introduces its latest innovation, the BR1 Mini 5G router, designed to redefine the possibilities of high-speed internet access for various applications. This compact powerhouse, now in stock and certified by major carriers, including Verizon (C-BAND), AT&T, FirstNet, and T-Mobile, redefines the way you connect and manage your network. High-Speed Connectivity The Peplink BR1 Mini […]

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AT&T Assists AST SpaceMobile’s Historic 5G Satellite Call

With the backing of AT&T, AST SpaceMobile, a cellular satellite enterprise, recently achieved a groundbreaking milestone. They established the very first 5G connection between an unaltered smartphone and a satellite orbiting in space. The call took place on September 8th, 2023, over a Samsung Galaxy S22 smartphone. AST SpaceMobile originated the call from a wireless […]

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iPhone 15 Pro Receives Boost in 5G Speeds

The iPhone 15 Pro, set to be released this week, will offer significant enhancements to its 5G performance. This is thanks to its new Qualcomm modem, according to data from SpeedSmart. This new iPhone model will utilize Qualcomm’s X70 modem, offering three key improvements: notably lower power consumption, improved 5G carrier aggregation capabilities, and better […]

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