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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has proposed a final rule that, if adopted, would allow schools and libraries to use E-Rate program funds for off-campus WiFi hotspots. Established in 1996, the FCC’s E-Rate program is designed to help schools and libraries get affordable broadband service. But in today’s digital age, the program doesn’t support off-site wireless internet service, leaving millions of students without internet access to do their homework. “I’m proud to have finalized a rule that will allow schools and libraries to use Federal Communications Commission’s E-Rate program funds for Wi-Fi hotspots to increase access to distance learning and…

Telefonica and Nokia have signed a strategic agreement to accelerate the development and deployment of private 5G networks in the Spanish business environment. The agreement, which will run for the next three years, aims to give Spanish companies access to up to 100 Nokia services related to cloud digitalization (Nokia Digital Automation Cloud), private mobile networks (Modular Private Wireless), industrial edge computing (MX Industrial Edge) and industrial devices. The global communications technology company and telco said their proposals are particularly targeted at the industrial and logistics sectors as the sectors require hyper-connectivity and analysis of thousands of data generated daily,…

In 2024, leading carriers in Asia and the Middle East have already begun to deploy 5G-A networks, and some have even unveiled differentiated experience packages based on this technology. Over the past five years, commercial 5G has achieved remarkable success and has had an unprecedented impact on the global mobile industry. This year will usher in the mobile AI era with the commercialization of 5G-A and other AI devices. The combination of the two will usher in the mobile AI era, popularize smart services, and bring about profound changes to society. At present, the number of 5G users worldwide has…

Even before WiFi 7, mesh WiFi systems were the best way to achieve a reliable whole-home wireless network in larger homes. Traditional standalone routers may not have the range to provide a reliable connection from the main living space to upstairs bedrooms, attics, basements, attached garages, and backyard patios. With mesh WiFi systems, on the other hand, you place multiple units throughout your home to eliminate dead zones. Our new ZenWiFi BE30000 Mesh WiFi System delivers all the benefits you know and love about mesh WiFi and enhances them with the power of WiFi 7. Available today in a convenient…

1 IntroductionWithout a doubt, the digital divide between urban and remote/rural areas is a problem in our societies even in the 21st century. The unconnected or under-connected people often live in rural and remote areas characterized by low population density, low income or poverty, difficult terrain, and nonexistent or unreliable grid power supply. Nonavailability of any one of these basic conditions means reduced willingness to invest in the communication and connectivity infrastructure by commercial operators. This has been addressed in many places; however, Handforth (2019) expressed this concern in detail. In addition, the COVID-19 pandemic has recently raised interest in…

Researchers at the Tokyo Institute of Technology have developed a groundbreaking 256-element wirelessly powered transceiver array for 5G communications, designed to address challenges such as low SNR and signal blockage due to physical obstacles. The array utilizes beamforming and advanced power conversion technologies to improve signal quality and expand network coverage, especially in non-line-of-sight environments. By delivering significant improvements in power conversion efficiency and SNR, the transceiver array is expected to expand the accessibility and reliability of 5G, facilitating more ubiquitous and effective wireless communications. Researchers have developed an innovative wirelessly powered relay transceiver that can enhance the coverage of…

O2 Telefónica reaches over 95% of German population with 5G services German telecommunications operator O2 Telefonica said it had installed a total of 1,200 transmitters across Germany in the first half of this year. The company also announced that it had completed approximately 3,400 expansion works in the first half of 2024 to improve its network infrastructure. “With this network expansion we are strengthening the country’s digital backbone, offering our 45 million customers an even stronger network, ensuring they can always surf the web and make calls without any problems, whether in the city, in the countryside or during major…

new Ookla Q1 2024 Data T-Mobile continues to offer the fastest 5G download speeds in the US, with a median 5G download speed of 287.14 Mbps as of March 2024, an increase of 29.64 Mbps over the month. This helps T-Mobile widen its lead over Verizon, which recorded 224.67 Mbps, and AT&T, which recorded 145.36 Mbps.The increased speeds of 5G will be a key factor in the ongoing competition between 5G providers and broadband services offered by cable operators. (Image courtesy of Ookla)According to Ookla speed test data from the US, 5G page load speeds were much faster than 4G…

Asia Pacific consumers continue to move towards 5G, with more affordable devices, promotional plans, discounts and larger data bundles from service providers driving increased subscription numbers, according to the latest Ericsson Mobility Report, released on June 27. As of the end of 2023, the number of 5G subscribers in the region is expected to reach 61 million, accounting for more than 20% of mobile subscribers in Singapore, Australia, Thailand and Malaysia. Ten years later, the number of 5G mobile subscribers is expected to reach 560 million, accounting for 43% of the total market in Asia Pacific. Although 5G population coverage…

iOS includes a feature that lets your iPhone take advantage of T-Mobile 5G Standalone coverage in the US (and other carriers around the world). This option harnesses the power of carrier aggregation to deliver speeds as fast as 3 Gbps. Learn how to make sure 5G Standalone is turned on on your iPhone and how to check your cellular connection statistics. T-Mobile officially launched its ultra-high-capacity 5G SA network, boasting speeds of up to 3Gbps, in November 2022. However, initially only Samsung’s flagship smartphones will be able to take advantage of the latest network advancements, but T-Mobile says that will…