by Jonathan Watson
With the 600 MHz incentive auction now complete, US regulator the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is trying to accelerate the development of 5G. Read more...
by Dugie Standeford
US-only carrier Verizon's 4G LTE network covers 98% of the US population and it expects to launch 5G wireless broadband services in several markets in 2018. Its current focus is on the 3.7-4.2 GHz, 2.5 GHz, 28 GHz, 29 GHz, 31 GHz and 39 GHz bands. It's also pressing for… Read more...
by Toby Youell
Five years ago spectrum under 1 GHz was described as beachfront spectrum on the basis that it was the most valuable spectrum property available. Subsequently hype around 5G shifted regulators’ focus to mmWaves, and but in the last year, mid-band frequencies have attracted more and more attention. Read more...
by Dugie Standeford
Microsoft remains a strong supporter of unlicensed spectrum and its current priorities are focused on TV white spaces, the 3.7-4.2 GHz band, 26 GHz, and 66-71 GHz. It is also supporting rural connectivity initiatives. Read more...