AT&T launched its 5G network in late December in 12 cities across the country, but despite Austin's growing foundation in technology, tech experts say the city is lacking in infrastructure to handle the new network. Scott Dunaway, a spokesperson with Texas 5G Alliance, said "Austin has been slow in this front, but we are seeing a limited amount of progress in the last couple of weeks." Hed added that the "[Austin] City Council has approved an emergency order to help streamline that permitting process."
Cheyenne City Council to set rules on next-gen cell towers
Cheyenne city Councilman Dicky Shanor has been working with city staff on development code changes released in draft form earlier this month. If ultimately approved by the full City Council, the changes would allow providers to apply to install devices on public property throughou...
Georgia senators seek 5G wireless legislation
To make way for faster wireless internet, Georgia lawmakers are pushing for statewide rules governing where and how cellphone companies can install their equipment on public land. A Senate study committee voted unanimously to pursue statewide regulations to promote 5G wireless tec...
Finland is trying to compete with China and the US in the race for 5G
Finnish telecom company Nokia is gaining momentum in the mobile communications market as a key player making 5G equipment and software. The company’s efforts have helped put Finland on the map in the worldwide race to develop and implement 5G wireless technology. "They (Noki...
AT&T upset over small-cell proposal in Beaumont
AT&T says regulations Beaumont is proposing for devices that extend service from cell towers violate state law. "To accommodate the surging data that accompanies these solutions, we are turning to small cells to expand and enhance our network," said Adrianna Bernal with AT&T Publi...
5G will make life faster for Americans. The FCC should make sure no one gets left in the dust
The Washington Post Editorial Board covered the next generation of wireless networks, stating "5G will make life faster for Americans, and it will unleash innovation in industries from telemedicine to automated transportation." The Editorial Board noted that "private and public se...
AT&T the first to launch 5G mobile service in U.S., in a dozen cities
"This is the first taste of the mobile 5G era," AT&T Labs and chief technology officer Andrew Fuetsch said in a statement. Scott Dunaway, a spokesman for the Texas 5G Alliance, stated "5G is a global race right now. It's changing so quickly right now. Cities are really working ver...