Have you heard of Fixed, Mobile, and Satellite Convergence (FMSC) before? Fixed, Mobile, and Satellite Convergence (FMSC) is redefining connectivity by unifying terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks into a single intelligent […]

Dynamic Spectrum Sharing: A Proven Transition Enabler, Not a Long-Term 5G Strategy Dynamic Spectrum Sharing (DSS) emerged as one of the most pragmatic tools in the 4G-to-5G transition, offering operators […]

The global telecom industry in 2025 presents a mixed picture of progress and imbalance. More people than ever are online, mobile broadband has become the norm, and 5G continues to […]

Passive Optical Network (PON) technology is the backbone of modern fixed broadband, enabling high-speed fiber connectivity across residential, enterprise, and mobile backhaul segments. The PON market is undergoing a significant […]

Most people in the industry connect Dual Connectivity (DC) with 5G Non-Standalone (NSA) deployments. However, this view overlooks the long history and key role of DC, which has quietly supported […]

As 2025 became the 5G launch year across North Africa (Tunisia, Egypt, Morocco, Algeria), I took a deeper look at spectrum holdings and allocations — and the story goes well […]

Carrier Aggregation (CA) combines multiple frequency blocks (Component Carriers) into a single larger channel, boosting speed, capacity, and coverage. It’s been around since 4G, but in 5G it’s evolved into […]

Have you ever seen “5G-A” or “5.5G” on your phone? Do you care about the icon… or only the experience you actually feel? That little 5GA logo (like the one […]

5G-Advanced, standardized in 3GPP Release 18, is now shifting from “spec on paper” to real-world commercial rollouts. While operator deployments and feature roadmaps are accelerating, the device ecosystem remains in […]

In January 2026, India’s Department of Telecommunications (DoT) announced that the lower 6 GHz band (5925–6425 MHz) can be used license-free for Low-Power Indoor (LPI) and Very-Low-Power (VLP) Wi-Fi and […]

Most people see 5G as higher throughput. However, Engineers see something deeper: the SDAP layer (Service Data Adaptation Protocol) — a new 5G protocol that fundamentally changes how QoS is […]

GSMA has identified a critical need for an average of 2 to 3 GHz of mid-band spectrum per country by 2030, noting the consequences of a shortage of mid-band bandwidth, […]

In my first post of 2026, I’d like to share a brief, practical overview of the radio spectrum—the actual blood of connectivity. The ITU Radio Regulations govern global spectrum use […]

When we talk about mobile network performance—coverage, speed, latency—we often focus on spectrum, RAN, or core evolution. Yet, Backhaul remains one of the most critical (and sometimes underestimated) components of […]

Many people ask: “5G NSA or even 5G SA already gives great speed, latency and quality – so why do operators now push 5G-Advanced (3GPP Rel-18) to consumers, not just […]

Short answer: No — and here’s why. Imagine buying a new 5G phone only to discover it uses one RF chain. What would that mean for your experience? Would the […]

Fiber is the king of capacity — but Microwave is the knight of speed, flexibility, and reach. The choice between fiber and microwave is not about which is “better,” but […]

Existing Wi-Fi 6 devices support multiband operations across the 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz bands. However, these operations are independent, lacking coordination and significantly reduce efficiency. To address […]

Wi-Fi remains the default solution for indoor connectivity, handling the majority of data traffic across smartphones, tablets, and IoT devices. According to the UK telecoms regulator Ofcom, in its 2022 […]

Recently, I have read an interesting white paper from Anritsu, which covered trends in wireless frequency band allocation for 5G-A and 6G. The most recent WRC was held in Dubai, […]

If you’re living in the UAE, you’ve probably noticed the new billboards across the streets promoting the latest evolution of 5G technology. Etisalat is calling it 5.5G (5G-Advanced) while DU […]

mmWave offers the fastest 5G speeds available today; however, its use cases are currently limited. With its extremely short range and poor penetration through obstacles, mmWave mainly makes sense in […]

Ofcom is auctioning a total of 5.4 GHz of mmWave spectrum across the 26 GHz and 40 GHz bands. This marks a significant milestone for 5G evolution in the UK […]

5G FWA isn’t just a “nice-to-have” – it’s the future of home connectivity. The latest data from CTIA shows a clear trend: 5G FWA is driving nearly all new broadband growth […]

For many years, policymakers, regulators, and industry observers maintained expectations for a fourth national wireless carrier to contend with AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This anticipation primarily relied on DISH Network, which […]

The recent Spirent article rightly highlights the potential of 5G-Advanced (5G-A) and the role of the 5G Core in enabling monetization. However, 5G-A should be seen primarily as a future-oriented […]

The question is: Actual 5G or Icon-only 5G. A study based on the mobile app SignalTracker shows that nearly 40% of 5G connections are actually 4G, as per PolicyTracker. Actual […]

Wi-Fi is a key resource in the world communications ecosystem. Up to 90% of all mobile device traffic is carried on Wi-Fi. The 6 GHz band is a breakthrough that sets […]

When discussing 5G NTN, it’s important to understand what NTN is, how it functions, and the purpose of Transparent Architecture. What is 5G NTN? 5G NTN refers to the integration […]

Before the advent of Rel.17, IoT deployments were plagued by connectivity challenges, especially in remote and rural areas. Terrestrial networks often fall short in providing reliable coverage, resulting in data […]