Skylo and Google announced the expansion of satellite connectivity to the Pixel 10 series and introduced the Pixel Watch 4, the first smartwatch with integrated, standards-based satellite communications. It is powered by Skylo’s commercial non-terrestrial network (NTN) and Qualcomm’s new…
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LitePoint and Advantech will develop Wi-Fi 7 modules
LitePoint announced a collaboration with Advantech to jointly develop next-generation industrial-grade Wi-Fi 7 modules. Leveraging LitePoint’s advanced IQxel-MX test platform, the partnership enables Advantech to achieve efficient validation and automated testing, ensuring modules deliver robust wireless connectivity performance. This accelerates…
Boldyn will deploy wireless network in Chesapeake
Boldyn Networks is partnering with the City of Chesapeake, Virginia, to deploy a city-owned private wireless network to support the city’s Chesapeake Connects initiative and smart city strategy. This project reflects Chesapeake’s long-term commitment to improving connectivity, supporting public safety,…
floLIVE launches connectivity offering
floLIVE announced the launch of its connectivity offering designed to transform the monitoring of transportation and logistics in Sub-Saharan Africa. This solution facilitates trucking, supply chain, and related companies to cost effectively leverage video surveillance applications to conduct safe, reliable,…
UKRI funding 11 telecoms projects
Eleven cutting-edge projects funded by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) aim to commercialise future telecoms technologies and benefit people across the UK with improved connectivity. Rural or isolated communities across the UK can look forward to accessing improved 5G connectivity…
Globalstar reports momentum in satellite space
Globalstar has announced significant momentum in the government market through recent contract awards and strategic partnerships. Drawing on its Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellation, licensed spectrum assets, and advanced networking technologies, the company is delivering mission-critical communications solutions for…
Launch of 5NETSAT: mission backed by EIC to deliver 5G satellite messaging
OQ Technology has launched 5NETSAT: a mission backed by the European Innovation Council (EIC) to deliver secure 5G satellite messaging and emergency alerts to unmodified smartphones. It is also backed by a €2.5 million grant from the European Innovation Council…
Rohde & Schwarz develop testing solution for Taiwan Space Agency
Rohde & Schwarz has developed the first integrated testing solution for the Taiwan Space Agency (TASA), allowing for seamless EMC and antenna measurements within a single chamber. The project highlights the growing demand for advanced satellite testing systems as non-terrestrial…
MVG and Anritsu partner on OTA NTN testing
Microwave Vision Group (MVG) and Anritsu have announced the availability of a joint testing solution supporting over-the-air (OTA) validation of non-terrestrial network (NTN) communications for mobile and IoT devices. MVG has adapted its multi-probe OTA systems to integrate the capabilities…
Purple provides guest Wi-Fi solution to football club
Purple recently announced it will provide its Guest Wi-Fi solution to Minnesota United FC (MNUFC). The football club deployed Purple’s Capture Guest Wi-Fi solution at Allianz Field in time for a match with Inter Miami CF. Using Purple’s solution, MNUFC…
