by ECC Editor | Feb 6, 2020 | Articles
AT&T says it recently added new cells sites to enhance the area’s 4G LTE coverage. In a press release, AT&T says “our investment will help customers get the most out of their mobile devices.”
One site will boost coverage for customers in Lyons, Dryville, New Jerusalem, and connecting roads. A second site will provide additional coverage to Lenhartsville, along Interstate 78 in the area, and along Route 143 both north and south of I-78… READ MORE
by ECC Editor | Feb 6, 2020 | Articles
Sonim Technologies is “not for sale” and intends to continue developing rugged public-safety broadband products, including high-powered user equipment (HPUE) that take advantage of 700 MHz Band 14 spectrum to extend the effective range of devices, according to new Sonim CEO Tom Wilkinson.
“We are absolutely committed to public safety,” Wilkinson said during an interview with IWCE’s Urgent Communications. “In fact, we have found that many of the requirements for a successful rugged handheld solution for public safety… READ MORE
by AllThingsECC.com | Feb 5, 2020 | Articles
First responders using FirstNet didn’t have to compete with attendees for access to network resources.
By SGV Staff
Miami was the center of the pro football universe this past week as it welcomed Kansas City and San Francisco to battle it out in the Big Game. For over a year, the network team at AT&T dedicated thousands of hours to ensure the network was ready for every touchdown, punt, and celebratory moment from Sunday’s biggest night. And fans were out in full force using their mobile devices to share experiences from the center of the action.
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by AllThingsECC.com | Feb 5, 2020 | Articles, Press Release
MELVILLE, N.Y.– February 5, 2020–Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL) announced today, that during its second quarter of fiscal 2020, its subsidiary, Comtech Solacom Technologies, Inc. (“Solacom”), which is part of Comtech’s Commercial Solutions segment, has signed an agreement worth $6.6 million, to upgrade a statewide Next Generation 9-1-1 system, for a New England state. The contract includes the upgrade of many core elements of the Emergency Services IP network (“ESInet”) and the 9-1-1 call-handling equipment, including…
by AllThingsECC.com | Feb 5, 2020 | Articles
Verizon offers national security, public safety and first responder plans under the U.S. Navy Spiral 3 contract, the most recent edition of the Navy’s Wireless and Telecommunications contract. These mission critical communication capabilities from Verizon include Verizon’s wireless preemption technology and mobile broadband priority for defense, which enable military and security personnel to stay connected during emergencies. Verizon’s services are designed to enhance the ability of military and national security personnel to stay connected, serve their missions and protect human life…
by ECC Editor | Feb 5, 2020 | Articles
For the last several years I’ve been fortunate to moderate a session at Enterprise Connect focusing on enterprise challenges in managing E911. This year, with two new federal regulations about to go into effect, our annual session takes on an even greater importance for those responsible for telecommunications infrastructure, applications, and services… READ MORE