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Walt Magnussen: Application testing with first responders is key

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Walt Magnussen: Application testing with first responders is key

The ability to test applications in a non-emergency environment, and having first responders involved in that process, is an essential part of making new life-saving technologies a reality, says Walt Magnussen, director of the Texas A&M University Internet2 Technology Evaluation Center (ITEC).

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Upcoming webinar promises to provide insights on FirstNet-state relationships

Looking for the latest information about FirstNet and key state initiatives? Join us on Wednesday, July 23, for a “State of the States” webinar to gain insights on key topics from representatives from FirstNet, states and a local-government entity.

MARCS on schedule for P25 upgrade to be operational in Q1 2015

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MARCS on schedule for P25 upgrade to be operational in Q1 2015

Work on a statewide P25 deployment in Ohio is progressing as scheduled, which means the system should be operational during the first quarter of next year, according to Darryl Anderson, program manager for Ohio’s Multi-Agency Radio Communications System (MARCS).

Sound Off: Steve Elias of BAYCOM talks about RF-IT convergence

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Sound Off: Steve Elias of BAYCOM talks about RF-IT convergence

Steve Elias, owner of BAYCOM in Green Bay, Wis., shares his ideas about RF and IT convergence in modern communications—as well the impact this trend has had on personnel and training within his company—during this conversation with IWCE’s Urgent Communications Editor Donny Jackson.

Tips for hiring and training radio technicians

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Tips for hiring and training radio technicians

Throughout the industry, there is a shortage of good radio technicians, but dealers can close this gap by following best practices for hiring and training employees.

House Democrats call for investigation of anti-competitive allegations against Motorola Solutions

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House Democrats call for investigation of anti-competitive allegations against Motorola Solutions

Three key House Democrats ask U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Inspector General (IG) John Roth to investigate allegations that Motorola Solutions won multiple contracts for public-safety LMR systems funded with federal grants that were not bid competitively or did not promote interoperability with other vendors.

Voxer intros ‘Walkie Talkie’ push-to-talk mode on smart devices for enterprise use

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Voxer intros ‘Walkie Talkie’ push-to-talk mode on smart devices for enterprise use

Multimedia-messaging application company Voxer today announced the availability of “Walkie Talkie” mode for Voxer Business users that is designed to transform smart iOS and Android devices into push-to-talk (PTT) devices for live communications via IP connectivity.

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FCC broadband initiatives for schools, rural areas could impact future public-safety strategies

FCC commissioners have approved items designed to bring broadband to underserved rural areas, as well as to the nation’s schools and libraries. On the surface, neither of these initiatives have anything to do with public safety, but they could have significant impact in some key areas that have been troubling first-responder communications for years.

ITEC: Walt Magnussen highlights potential synergies between next-gen 911 and public-safety LTE

Walt Magnussen, director of the Texas A&M University Internet2 Technology Evaluation Center (ITEC), outlines the potential benefits of next-generation 911 and public-safety LTE working in concert, as well as some of the challenges to making the vision a reality.

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FirstNet faces monumental challenge as state consultations get set to begin

To date, FirstNet has done a good job of keeping all of its options available by not making any commitments regarding its business plan or network design. But some key decisions in at least one of these areas will be needed to make significant progress on the other.

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