One of the exciting features the recently finalized 3GPP Rel. 16 brings to 5G is the support for Integrated Access Backhaul (IAB). IABs have the potential to be a game-changer, especially for millimeter Wave (mmWave) deployments by solving the key challenge of backhaul. However, the traditional design of IABs offers low efficiency. In this article,
The majority of 5G networks that are available today are non-standalone (NSA), which means they leverage existing 4G infrastructure. This is partly why they are
Who disaggregated my RAN? Part 9: Slice and serve–network slicing in action (Reader Forum)
In my last blog, we briefly touched upon the advanced use cases that are possible in 5G. One such use case is Network Slicing. 5G
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Challenges, portals and virtual events: How PSCR is bringing tech and public safety together
For resilient networks and “tech to protect”, PSCR looks to collaboration Amid a rapidly evolving technology landscape, how do public safety agencies find out about the
Greetings from North Carolina, where it is seasonally hot and humid. Fortunately, our COVID-19 “stay at home” garden is yielding fantastic results. Zucchini, anyone? The earnings
Open RAN player Mavenir will be using Keysight Technologies’ testing tools to support development of software for its 5G RAN and core platforms. Mavenir will leverage
KPN working toward nationwide 5G coverage next year Dutch telcos KPN and T-Mobile confirmed they will launch commercial 5G networks on July 28 after they secured
Guangdong approaching 15 million 5G subscribers South China’s Guangdong Province has already deployed more than 78,000 5G base stations as of the end of June, according
Editorial Webinar: Mobile broadband and the first responder: Use cases in the station and the field
A single connectivity technology will suffice for certain IoT applications, but the real magic is being realised when two or more complementary IoT technologies combine.
The Priority Access License auction was meant to be unlike anything the industry has seen before. The sheer number of licenses and their county-level size
External passive intermodulation (PIM) has always been a concern when deploying wireless networks. However, PIM has become even more of a challenge with the introduction of new
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Kagan: AT&T announces 5G wireless now nationwide
Another 5G milestone was reached. Congratulations to AT&T and their wireless users. Yesterday, they announced their 5G network is officially nationwide. This is a major
5G offers nearly limitless potential with faster speeds and greater efficiency. But how can those opportunities be further optimized through AI? Building AI capabilities have
FCC kicks off PALs auction
The Priority Access License auction for the Citizens Broadband Radio Service spectrum begins today with a single, six-hour bidding period. There are 271 qualified bidders participating