Long Term Evolution (LTE)

Commentary

It’s a great day for public safety

So many metaphors come to mind when trying to describe the monumental feat of getting the D Block reallocated to public safety. I will opt for “miracle,” because when O’Brien first suggested the idea for this network, the collective reaction can be summed up in this sentence: “It would be a miracle if public safety ever got a nationwide broadband communications network of its own.”

News

Payroll-tax deal includes D Block, billions for public safety

One of the most significant aspects of the deal is the fact that public safety will not be required to return its 700 MHz narrowband spectrum.

SAIC nominated as numbering administrator

SAIC will be responsible for assigning public land-mobile network-identification (PLMN-ID) numbers for all public-safety gear associated with the LTE networks.

Commentary

Don’t believe everything you hear

Mark Twain’s response to the widely circulated news reports of his death in May 1897 — “Reports of my death are greatly exaggerated” — serves as a great lead-in to one of the most troubling public-safety communications rumors of our time. Unfortunately, as ads for my favorite imported ultimate driving machine point out, “Perception is Reality.”

News

Verizon, In Motion extend networks to vehicles over 4G LTE (with related video)

In Motion Technology’s onBoard Mobile Networking System – which allows public-safety agencies to securely extend their networks into cars and trucks – now is being supported on Verizon Wireless’ 4G LTE network.

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Motorola completes first phase of public-safety LTE testing

The first phase of the PSCR testing is designed to test basic functionality of LTE gear, including performance and coverage capabilities.

Commentary

Much has changed, with many more changes to come

It’s been quite an educational journey, watching the public-safety industry move from a high-niche industry to one now poised to leverage the commercial advantages of LTE technology. I can’t wait to see how it plays out.

Commentary

LightSquared conclusions need to be based on complete data, not leaks (with related video)

Policymakers should make their decisions on the carrier’s proposal based on conclusions from the engineering experts, not on the reactions of outsiders quoted in the media or posted in blog and forums on the Internet.

News

House vote on D Block expected today

Members of the House of Representatives are considering payroll-tax legislation with language to reallocate the 700 MHz D Block spectrum to public safety and provide at least $5 billion in funding for the buildout of a nationwide LTE network for first responders.

Panel: Broadband will not supplant LMR voice in the short term

Wireless broadband network technologies such as LTE hold considerable promise for public-safety personnel, but they will not be able to replace LMR systems for mission-critical voice in the near term, panelists said during a webinar on the subject that was conducted as part of the IWCE Virtual Trade Show yesterday.

Commentary

It’s a great day for public safety

News

Payroll-tax deal includes D Block, billions for public safety

SAIC nominated as numbering administrator

Commentary

Don’t believe everything you hear

News

Verizon, In Motion extend networks to vehicles over 4G LTE (with related video)

News

Motorola completes first phase of public-safety LTE testing

Commentary

Much has changed, with many more changes to come

Commentary

LightSquared conclusions need to be based on complete data, not leaks (with related video)

News

House vote on D Block expected today

Panel: Broadband will not supplant LMR voice in the short term

Commentary

Updated: How ‘sidelink’ peer-to-peer communications can enhance public-safety operations

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