5G is now and what’s next? 5G deployments have only recently started, and releases beyond R15 will continue to tap into the tremendous potential of 5G. However, as a new generation of cellular technology typically appears every 8-10 years, 6G can be expected around 2030. Download this white paper to explore the evolution from 5G…
SoC adds Wi-Fi 4, 5, 6, 6E to IoT devices
The CW641 from NXP supports the latest version of Wi-Fi while still supporting legacy versions.
Why open RAN needs testing to ensure interoperability
In a video interview, James Kimery of Spirent Communications explains how test plays the role of arbiter of communications among radio units, distribution units, and centralized units.
Ericsson acquires Cradlepoint for $1.1 billion
Wireless giant gets close to the edge through routers and subscription services.
5G research: It’s now about IoT
While talk of 6G has already started, 5G has moved into applied research. Students at WPI work with Professor Alex Wyglinski to connect IoT devices and vehicles to 5G networks.
Customizable sensor IC brings wireless to medical devices
EnSilica’s eSi-MediSense lets you add medical sensing and wireless connectivity to a handheld or wearable device, plus machine learning capabilities.
Video: 5G NR-Light will serve sensors, wearables, and IoT
5G Technology World interviews Qualcomm’s Danny Tseng on what to expect from 3GPP Release 17.
FPGA shrinks size and power
The Certus-NX FPGA from Lattice Semiconductor includes fast I/O and a hardened PCIe interface for connecting to local devices and to the outside world.
Add Wi-Fi 6 connectivity to your IoT device
iEW400 IP from Imagination Technologies lets you add the latest Wi-Fi connectivity to an FPGA, SoC, or ASIC, with focus on minimizing power consumption and increasing battery life.
Submit your paper to 5G World Forum by May 23
IEEE will hold its 5G World Forum, a virtual event, from September 10 to 12, 2020. Paper submissions are still open, but close on May 23. Paper submission timeline: Technical paper submission: May 23, 2020 (Firm Extension) Acceptance Notification: July 15, 2020 Camera-ready submission: July 31, 2020 Technical tracks (short list: 5G Technologies: 5G New…