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Lynk files with FCC, plans to offer LEO satellite-to-phone service next year

Lynk today announced that it has applied for a commercial operator’s license with the FCC to offer its “cell towers in space” services around the world as early as next year, so unmodified cellular devices can communicate directly with Lynk LEO satellites to fill coverage gaps in terrestrial networks. “We’re getting ready to roll out […]

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Axon, RapidSOS partner to bring multimedia information to 911 centers

Axon and RapidSOS recently announced a partnership that will enable 911 centers across the U.S. to have free access to location data, incident alerts and streaming video from Axon devices and share that information with first responders in the field. RapidSOS CEO and founder Michael Martin said there are three components to the partnership with […]

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Edwards inks strategic deal with ADRF to provide in-building wireless solutions for first responders

Fire detection and alarm solutions company Edwards recently signed a strategic agreement that is designed to open new sales opportunities for both companies by enabling Edwards channel partners to provide ADRF in-building systems that support first-responder radio communications. Jon Hughes, Edwards’ vice president of marketing and strategy, said the agreement with ADRF fits into the […]

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Florida budget awards statewide P25 deal to L3Harris without bid, requires FirstNet interoperability

Citing the need for “emergency action,” Florida legislators are expected to approve a budget that would award L3Harris a 15-year contract to upgrade the Statewide Law Enforcement Radio System (SLERS) to P25 Phase 2 technology without a procurement and require interoperability with the FirstNet broadband system built by AT&T. These SLERS measures are part of […]

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Here’s how much a 5G network really costs

Have you ever wondered how much a 5G non-standalone Evolved Packet Core for up to 50,000 subscribers costs, including the installation and everything? Sure you have. It will run you anywhere from $250,000 to $1.2 million, depending on the vendor. Or what about the software license fee, per subscriber, for a 4G Internet of Things […]

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U.S. operators’ edge strategies still evolving

Listen to any US operator’s discussion of their 5G network and you will hear the term “edge” peppered throughout. Verizon calls it the “intelligent edge network” or “5G edge,” while AT&T refers to it as “multi-access edge computing” or MEC. T-Mobile is perhaps the least vocal about its edge strategy, perhaps because the company has […]

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L3Harris to unveil device to meet new NFPA code in mid-May, source says

L3Harris next month will announce a new radio that is designed to meet the new National Fire Protection Association (NPFA) 1802 standard for communications devices that requires handsets to be able to withstand extreme conditions and provide “black box” recording, according to a source familiar with the matter. L3Harris is expected to unveil the new […]

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IoT enterprise deployments continue apace, despite COVID-19

Despite the economic impact of COVID-19 on the economy as a whole, IoT projects continue to show value and gather forward momentum in various industries, according to a recent Omdia survey. The survey, titled “IoT Enterprise Survey, 2021,” explored IoT adoption trends in various industries and the prospects for adoption in the near term. According to the […]

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Will the feds set our broadband Internet prices?

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo late last week signed a bill that requires all Internet service providers operating in the state to offer a $15 a month broadband option to low-income consumers. The action comes just months after lawmakers in California authorized legislation activating net neutrality rules in the state. Taken together, the developments raise the prospect of […]

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How smart environments will take shape post-COVID-19

Smart buildings and spaces have been a priority for some time, promoting energy efficiency, better user experience and security, smart environments have gotten even more important recently. Traditionally, smart environments have focused on curbing energy use in buildings, creating automation of temperature monitoring, lighting, and other amenities. Smart environments aim to satisfy the experience of […]

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Lynk files with FCC, plans to offer LEO satellite-to-phone service next year

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Axon, RapidSOS partner to bring multimedia information to 911 centers

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Edwards inks strategic deal with ADRF to provide in-building wireless solutions for first responders

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Florida budget awards statewide P25 deal to L3Harris without bid, requires FirstNet interoperability

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Here’s how much a 5G network really costs

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U.S. operators’ edge strategies still evolving

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L3Harris to unveil device to meet new NFPA code in mid-May, source says

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IoT enterprise deployments continue apace, despite COVID-19

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Will the feds set our broadband Internet prices?

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How smart environments will take shape post-COVID-19

Commentary

September 3GPP Plenary: 6G officially begins, Release 19 on track

Latest 3GPP standards-development work includes new classes of HPUE, progress on mission-critical services

Is LMR the best solution for first responders? Should 4.9 GHz license go to the FirstNet Authority?

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Check out key takeaways from Disaster Management Symposium webinars, register to view archives

Video: Opening of the Expo Hall on day three of IWCE 2023

Lynk CEO Charles Miller: The sky’s the limit

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IWCE 2019 Wrap Up