AT&T Flying COWs – Now Available in 5G

Cell on Wheels, also called COWs, are an important asset in the telecommunications arsenal.  They are mobile, quick to deploy, and can be utilized in a variety of situations and locations to deliver cellular network coverage. COWs were terrestrial, that is until AT&T debuted a Flying COW (Cell on Wings) . . .

2024-01-11T15:07:35-05:00June 3, 2022|Categories: 5G, Cellular Enhancement|Tags: , , , |0 Comments

Children’s Hospital & Medical Center and Pierson Wireless – A Relationship Forged in Omaha

Children's Hospital & Medical Center in Omaha, Neb., is one of the nation's top-ranked pediatric medical, surgical, and teaching hospitals, providing comprehensive care to patients since 1948. It is the only full-service pediatric healthcare center in Nebraska, with clinical expertise in more than 50 pediatric specialties.U.S. News & World Report . . .

What is C-Band and Why is it Important to 5G?

As the United States and its major wireless network operators continue their national rollout of fully-optimized 5G network services, consumers are hearing a lot about C-Band, a spectrum range that is critical to carriers and their plans to blanket the country with ubiquitous 5G services.5G, or the fifth generation of . . .

Connectivity is Key to Attracting Tenants

Being a step ahead is important. In certain activities, it can mean the difference between receiving an award or wiping out. The next step for improvements of your property can be answered in many ways, but keeping a step ahead of your occupants is key to success. Your building is . . .

AT&T to Deploy 5G-Ready Connectivity Services for Frisco Station

AT&T said this development in Texas will be one of the first connected communities in the U.S. built from the ground up with 5G technology. AT&T announced plans for Frisco Station, a 242-acre, mixed-use development in Frisco, Texas, to deploy integrated connectivity. Frisco Station said that the development will be . . .

2022-07-26T14:31:13-04:00August 31, 2018|Categories: Cellular Enhancement|Tags: , , |0 Comments

Emerging Technology in Large Venues

Even before the popularity of Unlimited Wireless plans data usage at major sports and entertainment venues over the last 5 to 10 years has grown at astonishing rates.  Most of that data usage is driven by the availability of social media on handheld devices because there is an expectation that . . .

2023-03-14T19:07:51-04:00August 27, 2018|Categories: Cellular Enhancement|Tags: , , , , , |0 Comments

Under-Seat Antennas Triple Network Capacity

The San Francisco Giants are busily ramping up for next season with the help of  an offseason experiment by AT&T, that just may change the way sports venues and carriers think about cellular deployment. A massive installation of under-seat antennas has significantly improved the cellular capacity at AT&T Park for . . .

Digital DAS: Digital Approach to Maximizing Capacity

On of the larger challenges that face operators today is how to cost-effectively deliver high-capacity 4G coverage, especially in densely populated indoor areas. In city centers, stadiums, and transport hubs, high numbers of end-users connecting to a network in a single location can cause a bandwidth bottleneck, slowing down traffic . . .

FCC Commissioners Express Interest in Redesignating Public-Safety 4.9 GHz Band for Commercial Use

FCC commissioners initiated a proceeding to examine potential new rules that might spur greater use of the 4.9 GHz spectrum band currently dedicated to public safety. Several FCC commissioners said less than 4% of potential licenses use the 4.9 GHz band, which the FCC designated for public-safety use in 2002 and . . .

The Debate Over Who Pays for In-Building Cellular for Commercial Real Estate?

It's simple: a modern enterprise needs in-building cellular coverage and capacity. If they don't have it, they lose out a huge market that expects it. However, for commercial real estate owners and managers, there remains a gap in market education. Not only that, but there lacks a consensus in regards . . .

The Making of a DAS at the Country’s Largest State Fair in the U.S.

State and County fairs appear to be in our distance future as spring emerges but to the participants and organizers, preparations are in full swing. Livestock are being groomed, concerts are being planned and recipes are being perfected all for the intended purpose of creating magical moments during the fair . . .

Consumer vs Industrial: What Building Owners Need to Know About DAS Compliance

While virtually all cellphone users in this country are served by at least one wireless provider, there are still gaps in coverage which are to be found on the perimeters of large service areas, and in these areas, it's fairly common for users to experience less robust data speeds, possibly . . .

The Case for Multi-operator Small Cells in the Enterprise

The Small Cell Forum makes the case for using sharing models to enable enterprises to take advantage of small cells. The key to multi-operator small cells, according to the industry advocacy group, is virtualization – separating the network functions from the radio and moving management and optimization to the cloud. . . .

2022-07-27T12:15:39-04:00March 3, 2017|Categories: Cellular Enhancement, Small Cell/oDAS|0 Comments

DAS – Active vs. Passive

Given the booming demand for mobile data, growing use of data-intensive applications like video and music streaming, distributed antenna systems commonly referred to as DAS are becoming increasingly important. The technology has been around for over two decades.  DAS are used to deliver network coverage and capacity from the licensed wireless . . .

Stadium DAS – Challenge

What's next for Stadium distributed antenna systems? A robust wireless network is important when it comes to capturing and sharing great moments. Venue owners are increasingly facing pressure from fans and attendees to have reliable wireless service.   However, Wireless Service Provider (WSP) commitment to investment in DAS is not as . . .

In-Building Wireless Systems and the MiddlePrise

High-rise office and residential buildings, schools, universities, healthcare facilities, and buildings between 100,000 and 500,000 square feet are being referred to as the 'MiddlePrise.' This segment is the next category of structures below larger structures like stadiums, arenas and airports where In Building Wireless (IBW) or Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) are . . .

2023-03-14T18:53:46-04:00September 28, 2016|Categories: Cellular Enhancement, In Building Wireless|1 Comment

Power Lines – Are they the New Backhaul Solution for BTS Sourced DAS?

The future of Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) by most accounts is very bright. Industry experts have predicted an exponential increase in the number of DAS deployments within the coming decade and that appears to be what’s happening. In 2013, Joe Madden, in an article published by Fierce Wireless, predicted that . . .

Strong Demand for Spectrum Licenses Covering Larger Markets

As part of its ongoing incentive auction proceedings, the Federal Communications Commission attracted another $1.7 billion in “winning” bids for the 100 megahertz of 600 MHz spectrum assets available. The demands for licenses are well above the supply which could result in bidding prices on those licenses to continue to . . .

Wireless in the Hospitality Industry

The Hospitality sector caters to millions of guests per day. As guests strive to stay connected to offices, customers and family, hospitality operators are focused on ensuring their properties have sufficient wireless service. "The hospitality industry is a broad category of fields within the service industry that includes lodging, event . . .

Smart Cities – Attract Economic Development and Entrepreneurs

Interactive kiosks, free public Wi-Fi, smart streetlights and sensors, is the start of a new experience for those who live, work and play in Kansas City.   Kansas City is just one of many cities utilizing new technologies to support Big Data usage within the city.  Smart City initiatives help deliver . . .

Wireless Solutions – The New Standard in Buildings

“We just moved into a new state of the art, energy efficient facility and our wireless devices don’t work.” This statement is heard far too frequently.  The list of communications technologies and systems in buildings are constantly evolving.  New technologies and their applications often define the type of systems required . . .

5G Network: FCC’s Big Push Toward the Next Wireless Network Generation

Most of us have witnessed the limited age of the Internet. There was a time when the general public couldn't even muster up a use let alone depend on it for everyday use. But now only two decades later, we cannot see ourselves working 'off the grid' for any length . . .

2023-10-26T23:35:16-04:00August 3, 2016|Categories: 5G, Cellular Enhancement|0 Comments
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