It’s almost that time of year again — WifiForward’s unofficial IoT week. Students are returning to campus this fall, but while schoolchildren are getting smarter, your house is, too. We’ve seen an uptick in “smart” devices connecting to the internet through Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and other unlicensed spectrum. Read More “Smart Homes, Internet of Things, Connected Devices”
According to a recent Deloitte survey of approximately 2,000 U.S. consumers, post-pandemic tech adoption has created a “digital-first” lifestyle as people across generations adapt to life in a virtually connected world. Read More “Deloitte: Consumer Demand For Wi-Fi Not Slowing Down”
Manufacturing is an industry that relies on automation for things like simplifying production processes and keeping workers safe. As technology continues advancing, the Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) enables factories to stay connected and incorporate the latest innovations into their production processes. Read More “CBRS Brings Next Wave of Manufacturing Automation”
Immersive VR classroom experiences. Augmented Reality (AR) and its mixed reality cousin being used on construction sites to mitigate potential errors and increase productivity. Metaverses implemented by the government to deliver public services. XR technologies that sense brainwaves and use eye-tracking to help someone who may not be able to speak or communicate. Read More “With expanded Wi-Fi, XR Industry can reach new heights”
ICYMI: Last week, the DC Circuit unanimously upheld the FCC’s decision to allow Wi-Fi and other unlicensed operations in 45 MHz of the 5.9 GHz band, which had previously been allocated exclusively to the auto industry. Since that ruling, there has been an outpouring of support from the FCC and other groups from both sides of the aisle. Read More “FCC Notches Big Win with DC Court’s 5.9 GHz Ruling”
We are pleased that the D.C. Circuit Court has affirmed — in a unanimous opinion — the FCC’s bipartisan decision to permit Wi-Fi and other unlicensed operations in the 5.9 GHz band, alongside spectrum for new automotive safety applicants. The Commission conducted a years-long, deliberative process and judiciously opened previously-unused spectrum for consumers to benefit from improved wireless broadband and other applications using unlicensed technologies. Today’s decision means we will see both faster, better broadband and safer vehicles — a win-win.
Read More “WifiForward Statement on DC Circuit Decision on 5.9 GHz”
While agriculture has ancient origins, it’s an industry that constantly adapts to the latest technology. From the plow to irrigation systems to tractors, there is no shortage of inventions that have changed farming for the better throughout history.
Spectrum is a finite resource — and everyone wants more of it.
Thanks to more spectrum being allocated for unlicensed use, Wi-Fi speed has soared to even higher levels. But as our airwaves become more crowded, the need to balance commercial spectrum and government operations will continue to grow. Read More “Why CBRS Keeps Us out of Spectrum Traffic Jams”
As the calendar flips toward August, students only have a few more weeks until they head back to the classroom. It seems like every year we round up how vital Wi-Fi and connectivity are for education, but each year, we can’t help but spotlight just how much the investment continues to grow. Read More “Back to School: Wi-Fi Innovation Proving Pivotal at Every Level of Education”
We’ve got ALL our experts chiming in on this one. This week’s question: What must happen to ensure agencies like DOT, the FAA and the FCC better collaborate to avoid pitfalls like the 5G vs. C-band issue? Read More “How do we avoid C-band drama again?”