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Starlink Receives FCC Approval for Direct-to-Cell Services
Starlink, the satellite communications company owned by SpaceX, has received approval from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to offer direct-to-cell services in specific parts of the United States. According to Reuters, the FCC granted Starlink and T-Mobile permission to provide direct-to-cell coverage in areas of North Carolina affected by Hurricane Helene. This special approval is […]
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Ericsson, Microsoft, Thales, and Telcos Collaborate to Empower Enterprises with 5G Windows 11 Computers
Swedish telecom equipment manufacturer Ericsson, in collaboration with Microsoft and Thales, has joined forces with telecom giants SoftBank, T-Mobile, and Telia Sweden to empower 5G Windows 11 computers with advanced features such as zero-touch provisioning and automated eSIM profile management. Ericsson’s Ericsson Virtual Cellular Network (EVCN) solutions automate eSIM profile management, granting enterprises control over […]
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Anticipate Continued Price Increases by 5G Operators in 2024
5G network operators in the US have been gradually increasing prices and fees over the past year. According to recent statements, this trend is likely to continue into the next year. AT&T CEO John Stankey expressed confidence in the potential for further price increases during an investor event. He emphasized the importance of enhancing customer […]
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T-Mobile US Upgrades 5G Network for Super Bowl Stadium
T-Mobile US has made significant improvements to 5G coverage and capacity at the stadium designated to host the US National Football League’s Super Bowl, resulting in a tenfold increase in peak download data rates. These upgrades, implemented at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada, have enabled download data rates to reach up to 1.2Gb/s and […]
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SpaceX Announces Satellite-to-Phone Texting by 2024
In the summer of 2022, SpaceX and T-Mobile made headlines with their collaboration, aimed at bringing satellite-to-mobile phone services to reality. However, since that announcement, updates have been scarce. Now, SpaceX has unveiled a new webpage outlining its plans: texting on conventional smartphones is set to become available in 2024, with voice and data services […]
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