Industry News
Global RAN basestation market to exceed US$26bn by 2023
It is predicted that the global Radio Access Network (RAN) equipment market will surpass US$26 billion in 2023. [ + ]
Broadcast-based public warning systems are best
Mobile phone broadcast-based public warning systems are the most effective solution for large group emergency notifications, according to a 5G Americas report. [ + ]
5G development role awarded to 5TONIC
A vital role in three EU-sponsored 5G development projects has been offered to the 5TONIC 5G co-creation laboratory in Madrid. [ + ]
Global LTE market share hits 39%
Worldwide LTE connections reached 3.2 billion at the end of March 2018, marking a 39% market share globally. [ + ]
Seventh NEXT satellite successfully launched
The seventh launch of the Iridium NEXT satellite constellation has successfully been completed by SpaceX. [ + ]
NTT DOCOMO trials 5G in high-speed car
The world's first 28 GHz band compatible antenna has reached speeds of 8 Gbps in a 5G connected car. [ + ]
Vodafone data deal helps Qantas pilots with EFBs
A new partnership between Vodafone and Qantas will see pilots provided with greater mobility and flexibility. [ + ]
Ilitch chooses Motorola to secure its Detroit properties
Motorola Solutions and Avigilon Corporation have been chosen by Ilitch Holdings to improve its customer experience at various properties in Detroit. [ + ]
IoTAA launches platform selection guideline
A new platform selection guideline has been established by the IoT Alliance Australia (IoTAA). [ + ]
R&S IP-based voice comms system for NZ ATC
New Zealand's Airways Corporation has chosen Rohde & Schwarz to provide a new air traffic control voice comms system. [ + ]
YSAR receives satellite internet from Wireless Nation
Wireless Nation will provide free satellite internet for Youth Search and Rescue in New Zealand under a new partnership. [ + ]
Unisys supplies US Navy messaging software
The US Navy has chosen Unisys to supply its software for mission-critical communications. [ + ]
Vic receives more widespread mobile coverage
A further 28 new mobile phone towers will be built around Victoria, under the state government's Victorian Mobile Black Spot Project (VMBSP). [ + ]
Motorola to upgrade US Army comms network
A five-year indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract has been given to Motorola Solutions by the US Army. [ + ]
High spectrum prices keep 4bn people offline: GSMA
Consumers in developing countries are hit hard by high spectrum prices, according to a new report by the GSMA. [ + ]
