The UK network operators are planning to close 3G networks and phase out copper lines. It’s far from the only country planning to do so. It seems that 3G and copper are history – or soon will be. Why? Simply put, 3G is going because the spectrum is better used for 4G and 5G networks,Continue reading “Goodbye to 3G and copper. Hello to…”
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Solving the Wi-Fi challenge on trains
It’s been just over a year since the government announced its ambitious target to have free Wi-Fi on trains by 2017. While the intention is obviously a good one (who doesn’t want connectivity on trains?) there are still significant barriers in place that are hindering the country’s changes of getting anywhere close to that target.Continue reading “Solving the Wi-Fi challenge on trains”
The future of wireless and the case for exploring verticals in 5G
As we outlined last month in our guide to the challenges facing 5G and IoT, the connected devices of the future offer real potential to make existing businesses, services and utilities more efficient and more effective — better tailoring the service they provide. In the wireless industry, the reality is that there is limited appetiteContinue reading “The future of wireless and the case for exploring verticals in 5G”
Technology and retail: how wireless is key to bricks-and-mortar shopping
The media love a good “the high street is dying — online shopping is the future” story. Compelling headlines that talk about the death of one industry in favour of another make for an entertaining read, and who wants the truth to stand in the way of a good headline? The reality is that bricks-and-mortarContinue reading “Technology and retail: how wireless is key to bricks-and-mortar shopping”