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Report: Increasing need for WiFi interference optimisations

Personalised communications services pioneer Plume has released its latest Plume IQ report for June 2023, revealing fast interference optimisations rose by 20.9 per cent across the globe comparing the second half of 2021 with the same period in 2022. These are Wi-Fi optimisations that Plume performs in real-time to resolve high levels of interference that […]

July 4, 2023

Panasonic Avionics boosts Singapore Airline’s Wi-Fi

In-flight entertainment and communication systems (IFEC) specialist Panasonic Avionics is to deliver unlimited complimentary Wi-Fi, powered to Singapore Airlines’ (SIA) customers, beginning 1st July 2023. Panasonic Avionics’ in-flight connectivity services are powered by its global network of high-speed, high-bandwidth satellites. SIA’s in-flight connectivity experience will deliver a host of next-generation connectivity benefits. “In-flight connectivity is […]

June 28, 2023

TIP, CableLabs set standard for future Wi-Fi

CableLabs, the R&D lab for the cable industry, and Telecom Infra Project (TIP) OpenWiFi, the open source-based Wi-Fi architecture that enables part multi-vendor, managed Wi-Fi networks, have announced the successful validation of new interoperable hardware and software, version 2.9, and the commissioning of a refreshed OpenWiFi Community Lab to serve as a testing ground and […]

June 22, 2023

WBA outlines new OMWi

The Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA) has announced the publication of a technical report outlining a new operator-managed Wi-Fi (OMWi) reference architecture. The proposed framework will combine multiple available standards to streamline Wi-Fi data collection, Wi-Fi management, configuration, and optimization of home networks, simplifying the analysis and decision-making process for carriers. Consumers expect reliable, high-performance Wi-Fi […]

May 24, 2023

Telenor reinforces SoftAtHome partnership

SoftAtHome, an independent software company for broadband, video, and analytics, has announced the deployment of Telenor’s latest home gateway and repeater. The new devices – available immediately to subscribers – are powered by MediaTek Filogic Wi-Fi technology. SoftAtHome’s Connect’ON ensures connectivity and Quality of Service using either fibre or 5G networks. At the same time, […]

May 22, 2023

RDK unveils new Wi-Fi management software

RDK Management has announced the availability of a unified Wi-Fi software management component for residential gateways, access points, and mesh extenders to provide advanced Wi-Fi management and telemetry features to the RDK community. The new open-source code software component was contributed via a collaboration of between Comcast and the OpenSync community.  RDK for Broadband (RDK-B) […]

March 29, 2023

EE expands 5G into rural populations

EE has revealed new details of its nationwide investment to connect the UK to 5G, with the technology reaching hundreds of rural communities across the UK for the first time. A series of new innovations that will boost the range, resilience and energy efficiency of mobile connectivity in the years ahead have also been unveiled. […]

February 9, 2023

Juniper Networks, NEC wlectrify Powerco’s Wi-Fi experience

Juniper Networks, a specialist in secure, AI-driven networks, and NEC Corporation, the IT and network transformation services provider, today announced that they have been selected by Powerco, New Zealand’s second largest gas and electricity distributor, to design and deploy an innovative new Wi-Fi network across its sites nationwide. Powerco delivers electricity and gas to over […]

January 10, 2023

CommScope, ARRIS enter Wi-Fi 7 retail market

CommScope, a player in home networks, has announced its entry into the Wi-Fi 7 retail market with the launch of the SURFboard G54 DOCSIS 3.1 quad-band Wi-Fi 7 cable modem. The flagship SURFboard G54 provides significant performance enhancements, including the latest Wi-Fi 7 technology, and supports multi-gigabit Internet plans. The SURFboard G54 is designed to […]

January 6, 2023

Plume powers Midco’s Wi-Fi services

Midco is enhancing the home internet experience by introducing Midco Wi-Fi powered by Plume HomePass. This next-gen Wi-Fi service is fueled by cloud, artificial intelligence, and open-source technology to deliver even faster, smarter, and more reliable Wi-Fi experiences throughout the home. Midco Wi-Fi leverages an advanced SaaS Experience Platform, which includes OpenSync – the fastest […]

December 6, 2022