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$1.18bn plan to advance ANZ satellite positioning
The Southern Positioning Augmentation Network is set to improve positioning from current services, which provide accuracy of 5 to 10 m, to as little as 10 cm. [ + ]
Tough calls — dedication in the face of disaster
When disaster strikes, you will find first responders willing and ready to serve. This article covers the need for resilient people and mission-critical communications systems in times of disaster. [ + ]
Counting down to Comms Connect Melbourne
The countdown is well and truly on until the 2022 edition of Comms Connect Melbourne, the Southern Hemisphere's premier critical communications and public safety event. [ + ]
Tiny copper 'headphones' boost atomic radio reception
Researchers boosted the sensitivity of their atomic radio receiver 100-fold by enclosing the small glass cylinder of cesium atoms inside what looks like custom copper 'headphones'. [ + ]
T-Mobile and SpaceX plan to eliminate mobile dead zones
T-Mobile and SpaceX have announced their new plan to offer near complete coverage in most places in the US and eventually the entire world. [ + ]
The ultimate mobility package for lone worker safety in an unknown environment
Organisations need a mobile lone worker safety and communications solution that gives both lone workers and their employers peace of mind. [ + ]
NIST security guidance for first responder mobile and wearable devices
During an emergency, a first responder should have some assurance that their devices are reliable and secure. [ + ]
How the communications industry can ensure a secure state for critical infrastructure
Changing legislation makes it essential that communications organisations understand the new requirements and how to protect assets and the people they serve. [ + ]
Is LoRaWAN a viable option for critical messaging?
What can take up the slack and replace closed paging networks? [ + ]
RFUANZ report: people and tech are the answer
We need to think smart to make this a better place for the next generations. [ + ]
ARCIA report: on training and opportunities
Both frustration and opportunities can abound when a new government is elected. [ + ]
New Zealand Police upgrade with Mimomax Tornado radios
Radios selected as part of a nationwide linking replacement and expansion project. [ + ]
Bonded cellular and beyond
What is it, what is it used for, is it still relevant in a 5G world and, is it enough? [ + ]
Ubiquitous connectivity is the future of wireless
Systems capable of seamlessly using satellite, cellular and local area networks are nowadays a must-have. [ + ]
NIST finds wireless performance consistent across 5G millimetre-wave bands
Popular belief is that propagation loss at higher frequencies is greater than at lower frequencies. [ + ]