Trusted Connectivity Alliance (TCA) has released Version 3.4 of its eUICC Profile Package: Interoperable Format Technical Specification (Interoperable Profile Package Specification). The latest version includes updates to support full alignment with 3GPP Release 18 to enable advanced 5G functionality and secure authentication in 5G network slicing, as well as enabling the remote management of eSIM profiles on low-power and network-constrained devices. Additional updates and clarifications to promote security and interoperability have also been made.
April 3, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
Nordic Semiconductor, a global contributor in low power wireless connectivity solutions, has announced that its nRF9151 System-in-Package (SiP) module, a low-power integrated LTE-M/NB-IoT and DECT NR+ (NR+) modem solution with GNSS, now supports NR+ 915 MHz band operation. Support for the popular sub-GHz band complements the SiP module’s existing provision for 1.9 GHz global NR+ operation and opens up important new North American smart grid and utility metering applications, among others.
March 21, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
Semtech, a semiconductor, Internet of Things (IoT) systems, and cloud connectivity service provider, has announced the certification of the HL7900 Global 5G LPWA module by three United States (U.S.) carriers – AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon – as well as KDDI in Japan.
January 22, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
Boingo Wireless has deployed state-of-the-art wireless networks at the Rhode Island Convention Center (RICC) and Amica Mutual Pavilion (AMP). Located in downtown Providence, the RICC features over 120,000 square feet of exhibition and meeting space. Connected to the RICC is the AMP, a 14,000-seat arena that is home to the AHL Providence Bruins and the NCAA Big East Providence College men’s basketball team. (more…)
December 16, 2024
Posted by: Magda Dabrowska
Capestone, a division of OptConnect, has announced it has acquired all activities of Next Era. With this step, Capestone furthers its growth by adding more than 250 channel partners and customers in France, Southern Europe, DACH and the Middle East that will benefit from Capestone’s expanded managed services and offerings. (more…)
December 11, 2024
Posted by: Magda Dabrowska
Actelis Networks has announced that it has received a US$200,000 order from the United States Department of Military Affairs to supply a US Army National Guard base with its cyber-hardened hybrid-fibre networking solution. Actelis continues to build on its momentum in the federal government sector, having just recently announced an order from a US Department of Aerial Transportation agency. This follows a US$150,000 order in July from a tier-1 military contractor to deliver the company’s advanced GigaLine 800 solution to US military bases. (more…)
September 30, 2024
Posted by: Magda Dabrowska
Celona has achieved another step by offering its 5G LAN solution to global customers in China. This achievement is made possible through a partnership with Xingtera. Oriental Cable Network is providing the supporting spectrum, and Inspur is providing the private 5G network core/edge server. (more…)
September 20, 2024
Posted by: Magda Dabrowska
Semtech Corporation has announced availability of its latest PON-X solutions, the GN25L81 2.5G combo chip and the GN25L42 2.5G burst mode PIN transimpedance amplifier (Super TIA) devices for 2.5G PON FTTR Optical Line Terminal (OLT) applications. (more…)
September 12, 2024
Posted by: Magda Dabrowska
The Open6G Open Testing and Integration Centre (OTIC) at the Institute for the Wireless Internet of Things (WIoT) at Northeastern University have announced entering into a partnership and contractual agreement with AmpliTech Group, a NASDAQ company, to perform 5G interoperability testing (IoT) and conformance testing of AmpliTech’s newly released, O-RAN CAT B 64T64R MIMO radio unit (O-RU). This activity will take place at the Open6G OTIC in Boston and Burlington, Massachusetts. AmpliTech Group is a designer, developer and manufacturer of state-of-the-art signal-processing components for satellite, 5G and other communications networks, design of complete 5G/6G systems, global distributor of packages and lids for integrated circuit assembly. (more…)
April 4, 2024
Posted by: Magda Dabrowska
Anritsu Corporation has announced that the first non-terrestrial networks narrowband Internet of Things (NTN NB-IoT) Protocol Conformance Tests have been validated on the 5G NR Mobile Device Test Platform ME7834NR powered by the Sony Semiconductor Israel (Sony)’s Altair device.
NTN NB-IoT is a key IoT feature that is useful in cases where the devices need to be deployed in remote regions without terrestrial cell network coverage. This is especially useful for asset tracking in maritime, logistics, mining, automotive, and other areas.
“3GPP Release 17 which is described as the next stage for 5G and LTE, NTN enables new use cases and monetization opportunities for vertical industry segments,” said Kameda Keiji, a general manager of mobile solutions division at Anritsu. “We are proud that our collaboration with Sony enables us to help the industry validate the new features quickly to market and enable certifications in GCF/PTCRB to bring certified devices to enable new applications.”
The conformance tests are defined by 3GPP in TS 36.523-1 corresponding to core requirements in TS 36.331 and have been submitted to 3GPP Radio Access Network Working Group 5 (RAN WG5) by Anritsu.
“We are thrilled about our partnership with Anritsu,” said Christophe Flechelle, GM of France and system engineering director at Sony Semiconductor Israel. “By establishing a certification program for NTN, we’re paving the way for faster integration of crucial satellite technologies into tracking devices and wearables.”
Flechelle added that this collaboration marks a significant step towards technological advancement and widespread adoption in the industry.
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January 3, 2024
Posted by: Magda Dabrowska