Ookla Tests 5G Performance in the U.S.

The ongoing improvement of 5G performance in the United States is closely tied to the increasing availability of mid-band spectrum. In March 2024, T-Mobile began utilizing additional 2.5 GHz spectrum acquired in a 2022 auction, significantly boosting its 5G network capacity, particularly in rural areas. This led to a notable increase in median download speeds, […]

T-Mobile Acquires UScellular Wireless Operations: What This Means for Customers and the Industry

Bellevue, Wash. – May 28, 2024 – In a major move set to reshape the wireless landscape, T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS) and UScellular (NYSE: USM) announced today that T-Mobile has agreed to acquire substantially all of UScellular’s wireless operations. This acquisition includes UScellular’s wireless customers, stores, and specific spectrum assets. The transaction is expected to close […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]