Wi-Fi · 2006-02-17
Boston report backs a citywide Wi-Fi discussion
A 2006 report from the Boston Foundation gave new momentum to plans for a citywide Wi-Fi network in Boston. The report said technology companies including EarthLink,.
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Hardware · 2006-02-17
Motorola weighs design against an early 3G launch
In 2006, Motorola mobile chief Ron Garriques said the company did not need to be first with every technical feature. The discussion contrasted Samsung 3G handsets with.
Security · 2006-02-17
Enterprise mobile security draws early attention
At the 3GSM show in Barcelona in 2006, Symantec described enterprise demand as the first visible market for mobile security software. The company linked that interest to.
Research · 2006-02-08
WiMAX forecast separates fixed and mobile paths
A Senza Fili forecast published in 2006 expected mobile-capable 802.16e WiMAX to overtake the fixed 802.16-2004 variant by 2010. The analysis argued that one platform.
Networks · 2006-02-07
Texas provider outlines pre-mobile WiMAX rollout
In February 2006, Xanadoo described a fixed wireless rollout in Texas before mobile WiMAX had become the focus of the market. The record places a live service in Lubbock.
Mobile · 2006-02-07
Verizon allows selected EVDO phones as laptop modems
In February 2006, Verizon Wireless said customers with several specified EVDO handsets could add laptop data access under a voice plan. The change applied to the LG.
Wi-Fi · 2006-02-07
Santa Cruz considers Silicon Valley Wi-Fi plan
In February 2006, Santa Cruz examined participation in a regional California Wi-Fi initiative while local funding supported early planning work.
Wi-Fi · 2006-02-07
Philadelphia agrees EarthLink Wi-Fi deal
In February 2006, Philadelphia finalised a ten-year arrangement with EarthLink for municipal wireless broadband, with low wholesale and residential prices proposed.
Mobile · 2006-02-07
Early comparison weighs US 3G services
A February 2006 comparison contrasted the reported speed and consistency of Verizon EVDO with Cingular HSDPA service in San Francisco.
Mobile · 2006-02-07
North Dakota considers balloon wireless concept
In February 2006, a proposal in North Dakota suggested using high-altitude balloons as wireless repeaters to cover areas beyond conventional cell towers.
Networks · 2006-02-06
TDS Metrocom begins wireless broadband rollout
In February 2006, TDS Metrocom began commercial fixed-wireless broadband service in Madison after field trials in Appleton, Wisconsin.
Business · 2006-02-06
Wi-LAN plans exit from equipment business
In February 2006, Wi-LAN said it would wind down its unprofitable equipment operation and concentrate on broadband wireless intellectual property.
Mobile · 2006-02-04
US wireless policy debate joins spectrum and privacy
In February 2006, US policymakers considered both a timetable for 700 MHz spectrum clearance and stronger protection for wireless customer information.
Business · 2006-02-04
Time Warner Telecom revises COO contract
In February 2006, Time Warner Telecom gave chief operating officer John Blount a new four-year agreement with higher base pay and bonus target.
Wi-Fi · 2006-02-04
Cable operators weigh mesh-network potential
In February 2006, research suggested North American cable companies were investing in mesh technology even though widespread deployment interest remained limited.
Wi-Fi · 2006-02-03
Draft 802 point 11n spurs early Wi-Fi products
In February 2006, IEEE draft approval for 802.11n revived a stalled Wi-Fi standards effort and prompted immediate chip announcements.
Hardware · 2006-02-03
CSI Wireless announces GSM fixed phones
In February 2006, CSI Wireless announced two GSM fixed-wireless phones intended for places where conventional copper landlines were limited or costly.
Wi-Fi · 2006-02-03
Tropos explores cable role in outdoor Wi-Fi
In February 2006, Tropos was reported to be discussing outdoor Wi-Fi equipment with cable companies while questioning the capacity of existing cable infrastructure.