by Mirva Villa
The frequencies around 40 GHz are second-tier mmWave 5G bands, regarded as less of a priority than 26 or 28 GHz. A recent CEPT decision paves the way for satellite operations in the band. Read more...
by Richard Haas
Spectrum above 90 GHz is being considered for cellular use, although there are concerns regarding passive satellite users of this range who need to be protected from emissions. Read more...
by Mirva Villa
The first mmWave to be deployed for 5G services may yet play an important role in the future of 5G. Read more...
by Mirva Villa
1800 MHz is the world’s most popular 4G band, especially in Regions 1 and 3, but it is also emerging as a key 5G band in some European countries. Read more...
by Richard Haas
A 5G-only band that could form an attractive alternative to the C-Band in Asia, Africa, and the former Soviet Union. Despite initial interest, there has been a recent decrease in the number of planned assignments. Read more...
by Toby Youell
A 5G-only band that could form an attractive alternative or complement to the C-Band in Asia, Africa, and the former Soviet Union. Its use in the West is limited by military and public safety considerations. Read more...
by Toby Youell
Despite initial interest before WRC-19, the 31.8-33.4 GHz band, also referred to as 32 GHz, does not currently have a global mobile allocation and there are no future plans for the band to be discussed at upcoming WRCs. Read more...
by Toby Youell
Using spectrum above 90 GHz for mobile is in the experimental phase, perhaps for “6G”. There are no prospects for its immediate IMT identification. Read more...
by Toby Youell
The first mmWave to be deployed for 5G services: 28 GHz has already been assigned in several major economies. Read more...
by Toby Youell
A key 5G band in the US and Japan. These frequencies have been considered peripheral in the rest of the world, and are in some cases are available on a shared basis. US operators bought 280 MHz of this band in Q1 2021 for record prices. Read more...