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T-Mobile US debuts North America’s ‘first’ 5G RedCap device

RCR Wireless

T-Mobile US collaborated with consumer electronics manufacturer TCL on the 5G RedCap USB-C dongle T-Mobile US has launched TCL LINKPORT IK511, a 5G RedCap USB-C dongle, in collaboration with consumer electronics manufacturer.

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House to Consider Five Communications Security Bills Next Week

Broadband Breakfast

7589, the ROUTERS Act , directs the National Telecommunications and Information Administration to study the security risks posed by consumer routers and modems manufactured by foreign-owned companies;  H.R. 1513, the FUTURE Networks Act , establishes a 6G task force within the FCC. This bill aims to ensure that the U.S.

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FTTH is more sustainable than cable broadband

Blandin on Broadband

In the manufacturing of its components, an FTTH PON network reduces carbon footprint by 60% compared to an HFC network, due to lighter cables and fewer active network components. At the customer premises, an FTTH ONT cable modem reduces carbon footprint by 18% versus a DOCSIS 4.0 cable modem.

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A quick roundup of the news in Telecoms | Week #35

VoIP Review

Patton Acquires Raymar to Sustain Legacy Industrial Networks Patton, a US-based industrial networking solutions provider, has acquired Raymar Information Technology, a manufacturer of legacy industrial datacom solutions. Founded in 1982, Raymar evolved by acquiring legacy product lines, becoming a leader in Dial-Up and Leased Line Modems.

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MediaTek’s Dimensity 9400: Power, Efficiency, and Affordability

VoIP Review

Additionally, it includes a refreshed 3GPP Release-17 5G modem that supports high data rates and improved connectivity, courtesy of its 4CC-CA and up to 7G bps sub-6GHz performance capabilities. This price difference could make MediaTek’s offering a more attractive option for many smartphone manufacturers and, consequently, consumers.

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Airtel Teams with Nokia and Qualcomm to Boost India’s 5G Expansion

VoIP Review

These devices incorporate Qualcomms Modem-RF and Wi-Fi 6 technologies. Nokia’s 5G FWA and Wi-Fi 6 devices will be manufactured in India. This move aligns well with the Indian governments push for local manufacturing and could be a step toward self-reliance in technology hardware. 5G FWA offers several benefits.

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Revolutionizing Connectivity: The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best Internet Box for Your Home

All West Telecommunications

This essential device, known more technically as a modem or router, acts as the gateway to the vast world of the internet , enabling everything from video streaming to smart home integrations. In some setups, these functions are combined into a single device, offering both the functionalities of a modem and a router.