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T-Mobile and Starlink Satellite Service to Officially Launch July 23

Broadband Breakfast

The company has been pushing the Federal Communications Commission to open up for sharing EchoStar’s 2 GigaHertz band – something EchoStar has fiercely opposed – and signaled an interest in some of the upper C-band spectrum the agency is looking to put to more intensive use.

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U.S. Home Internet prices DECLINE amidst fierce competition between wireless carriers and cablecos

IEEE ComSoc

are being driven down by fierce competition between mobile carriers offering Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) and cable internet companies offering legacy Hybrid Fiber Coax connections. Fixed wireless can sometimes cost half as much as a cable-provided internet plan. Besides congestion weak signals can make coverage spotty.

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California Bill Modernizing 'Carrier of Last Resort' Rules Advances

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“Whether it's AT&T, Frontier or any other cable company, it is the key to guaranteed service.” ” “However, we have already seen phone companies start to back away from their COLR mandate. It's about a commitment,” said Frank Arce , international vice president for CWA.

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What is an Analog Telephone Adapter (ATA)? 

VoIP MS

If you don’t believe us, read this: The landline phone market is projected to reach 247.1 These devices serve as a bridge between classic landlines and modern VoIP systems, combining the familiarity of traditional phones with the cost savings and features of Internet calling. Who still uses landlines in 2025? Impressive, right?

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Deutsche Telekom surpasses German railway connectivity targets 2 years early

Total Telecom

Now more and more trains are being added to our fleet with mobile phone-transparent windows. Uninterrupted mobile phone reception is a basic need for our customers,” he continued. ” In an additional investment, DB is spending €50 million to install over 70,000 train windows that are more easily penetrated by mobile signals.

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Small Texas City Losing Cable TV, Keeping Internet after Network Sale

Broadband Breakfast

WASHINGTON, September 3, 2024 – A small Texas city is finding out what it's like when the cable TV company cuts the cord. 6,000) will soon experience a shift in its media landscape as TDS Telecom plans to discontinue its cable TV service there by Sept. Alpine, Texas (pop. the parent company of Big Bend Telephone Co.,

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Staying Connected: An In-depth Overview of Home Phone Connect Systems

All West Telecommunications

Home phone connect systems offer a reliable and efficient solution to ensure seamless communication within the confines of your home. With the rise of mobile phones and digital communication, many might question the relevance of a dedicated home phone line, yet systems provide unique advantages that cater to a broad range of needs.