NZ makes initial allocation decision on 24–30 GHz spectrum The Cabinet of New Zealand has made a high-level allocation decision regarding long-term use of the 24–30 GHz radio spectrum range, with a program of work now underway to make this spectrum available to the market in 2026. The decision is intended to provide the mobile…
Nokia and Bosch partner on 5G positioning Nokia Solutions and Networks Australia Pty Ltd Nokia and Bosch have announced that they have jointly developed 5G-based precision positioning technology intended for new Industry 4.0 use cases. The two companies have deployed the proof of concept in a Bosch production plant in Germany, where extensive tests under realistic manufacturing conditions…
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ACMA reviewing public safety class licence 4.9 GHz band. Australian Radio Communications Industry Association Back in 2013, the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) allocated 50 MHz of spectrum at 4.9 GHz for public safety purposes, and under the legislation a class licence was initiated for access to that spectrum. Class licences must be reviewed and renewed…
Telstra’s 5G network features Ericsson Cloud RAN tech Telstra and Ericsson have announced the launch of Ericsson’s Cloud RAN (Radio Access Network) infrastructure on Telstra’s 5G commercial network, with the new technology already deployed and live at various sites. As part of the deployment, Telstra and Ericsson have migrated the carrier frequencies 2600 MHz and 3600 MHz to…
Microsatellite to enhance maritime communications A microsatellite for maritime communications, developed by the National University of Singapore’s (NUS) Satellite Technology And Research Centre (STAR) and A*STAR’s Institute for Infocomm Research (I2R), was successfully launched into orbit earlier this year from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikotta, India. Compact in size, Lumelite-4 measures 20 x 20 x 30 cm (similar to…
The Basics: Here are some of the most common terms you’ll hear referencing communications equipment. If you just want a quick overview on the must-know terms, this section of our radio terminology glossary should help. Two-Way Radio: A device that transmits and receives voice communication. There are desktop transceiver units, as well as handheld radios often referred to…
Not everyone has an audio engineering background, but thankfully, you don’t need one to reap the benefits of an equalizer (or EQ). An EQ is a tool for recording and mastering music, but anyone can use one to adjust the sound signature of their headphones or speakers via an app or physical controls. To get the best results from…
A Hamfest is a convention of amateur radio enthusiasts, often combining a trade show, flea market, and various other activities of interest to amateur radio operators (hams). In the United Kingdom the term rally is more commonly used for amateur radio conventions. “Hamfests” were noted as early as 1924 in the U.S. Activities Hamfests are events organized by amateur radio enthusiasts, for social gatherings and promotion of amateur radio…
Citizens band radio (also known as CB radio) is, in many countries, a system of short-distance radio communications between individuals on a selection of 40 channels within the 27 MHz (11 m) band. Citizens band not the same as the Amateur Radio Service (“ham” radio) which has a much longer range. In many countries, CB…
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