Best Private Lte Podcasts (2024)

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Unlocking the Potential of Open RAN 11:41

7M ago11:41

11:41

Wireless networks are going through a paradigm shift with the emergence of Open RAN. This new approach to architecting a multi-vendor network fosters innovation, agility, and cost efficiency in deploying and operating 5G networks. More importantly, it serves users better and faster than ever. However, there are mixed opinions in the industry and va…

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Ep # 43: Pioneering Connectivity in K-12 - Murray City's Private LTE Journey & Vision - with Jason Eyre, Murray City School District 41:53

9M ago41:53

41:53

From fostering equitable access to enhancing the classroom experience, private cellular networks are transforming K-12 education. With the rise of digital learning tools, the need for continuous, reliable wireless connectivity has never been more important. In this changing educational landscape, can private 5G networks serve as the infrastructure …

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The rise of fixed wireless access 8:18

10M ago8:18

8:18

Fixed Wireless Access, or FWA, has emerged as a powerful enabler in the mobile landscape and is one method being used to fulfill the growing user demand for data. FWA is another offering to provide high-speed internet access to homes, businesses, and remote areas without relying on traditional wired connections like fiber or cable lines for the ‘la…

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Ep # 42: The Enterprise iPhone Moment for Private Mobile Networks - with Tom Wheeler and Mike Mulica, Alef 38:35

11M ago38:35

38:35

Private mobile networks are becoming a critical utility for businesses to streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve safety and security. The deployments are growing steadily; however, a patchwork of available wireless solutions makes it challenging for many enterprises to have a standardized approach to address the connectivity needs of dive…

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The opportunity for 5G monetization is now 9:56

11M ago9:56

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With much of the world standing on the brink of mainstream 5G usage, operators are looking for ways to extract maximum value from their network investments – essentially trying to figure out how to monetize 5G. Operators have spent the past few years on things like spectrum, working to increase base stations needed for sufficient coverage and capac…

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Ep # 41: Revolutionizing Connectivity, Exploring the Future of Private Networks - with Rajeev Shah, Celona 32:17

1y ago32:17

32:17

With advancements in connectivity, the widespread adoption of the Internet of Things, and the exponential growth of mobile devices, traditional network infrastructure has found it challenging to meet the surging demand for secure and efficient communication solutions. Some enterprises are now turning to private cellular networks as a compelling con…

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Ep # 40: Charting a Course for Digital Inclusion in Native America with Private 5G - with Derrick Frost, Kajeet 31:08

1y ago31:08

31:08

The lack of access to broadband internet can significantly hinder economic growth, education, and healthcare, making it difficult for communities to compete in the modern world. Bringing reliable, high-speed connectivity to remote and underserved areas in the US is a complex challenge that requires a unique set of solutions. Can private LTE and fix…

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The AirFuel Alliance with Sanjay Gupta 29:51

1y ago29:51

29:51

In this episode, we'll be discussing the AirFuel Alliance, a global non-profit organization that aims to promote the development and deployment of wireless power technology. First, we'll delve into the history of wireless power technology and the challenges it faces. Although wireless charging has been around for several years, it has yet to become…

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How does 5G RAN improve energy efficiency? 12:16

1y ago12:16

12:16

5G is the first wireless technology designed to be energy efficient and sustainable with an industry target of 90% improvement in spectral efficiency compared to 4G. This improvement, in large part, also requires energy efficiency in the equipment. Operators and vendors have devised several features to accomplish this goal including increasing spec…

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Delivering IoT Solutions with Walt Maclay of Voler Systems 30:50

1+ y ago30:50

30:50

As the Internet of Things (IoT) continues to transform industries and businesses around the world, companies like Voler Systems are leading the charge by providing innovative and customized services for IoT solutions to meet the unique needs of their clients. In this episode I'll be joined by Walt Maclay, we'll discuss the state of the industry, ke…

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Wireless charging technology from FreePower.io - a discussion with Simon McElrea 26:02

1+ y ago26:02

26:02

In this episode, we're discussing wireless charging. Most of us are familiar with Qi chargers for our mobile phones. FreePower is setting a new standard for wireless charging through its elegant hardware and software solution that offers complete freedom of placement across surfaces. Their innovative technology supports all Qi versions, and today w…

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An Introduction to Wireless Power - With Dinesh Kithany of WAWT 49:33

1+ y ago49:33

49:33

In this episode on we will provide an Introduction to Wireless Power. In today's world, we rely heavily on electronic devices such as smartphones, laptops, and wearables that require constant charging. But what if we could charge our devices without plugging them in? This is where wireless power comes in. Wireless power, also known as wireless char…

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RF Wireless Power - With Charlie Greene of Powercast 32:41

1+ y ago32:41

32:41

Welcome to today's episode, part of our Wireless Power Series, where we will be exploring the fascinating world of RF wireless power. Radio Frequency (RF) wireless power technology has rapidly evolved in recent years and has become a promising solution for powering various devices and applications without the need for cords and cables. I recently h…

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Mobile World Congress Recap with Prakash Sangam of Tantra Analyst 1:03:14

1+ y ago1:03:14

1:03:14

Welcome to this special episode of our podcast, where we will be discussing the Mobile World Congress 2023. The Mobile World Congress is the world's largest gathering for the mobile industry, where top mobile brands, operators, and technology companies come together to showcase their latest products, services, and innovations. Held annually in Barc…

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Ep # 39: Maximizing Business Outcomes with Converged Wireless Networks - with Jason Inskeep, AT&T 34:15

1+ y ago34:15

34:15

4G and 5G cellular networks are becoming increasingly popular amongst enterprises as more organizations look for ways to accelerate their digital strategy. However, many challenges come with private cellular networks, such as finding the right solution that meets business application needs, its cost-effectiveness, security, reliability, and scalabi…

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A Deep dive into 3Ghz Spectrum - With Andy Clegg & Richard Bernhardt 42:41

1+ y ago42:41

42:41

Welcome to today's episode Connections!, where we will be exploring the world of 3Ghz. In recent years, 3Ghz has become an increasingly important topic as we rely more and more on wireless technology in our everyday lives. But what exactly is 3Ghz, and why is it so important? In this episode, I'm joined by Andy Clegg of Google, and Richard Bernhard…

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2022 - A Look back at what happened in Wireless - With Prakash Sangam of Tantra Analyst 46:51

1+ y ago46:51

46:51

2022 was an interesting year in wireless. Prakash Sangam of Tantra Analyst and the WCA Board of Directors, joins me to discuss a wide range of topics, from 5G, Private Networks, CBRS, to WiFi 6, 6E and 7. We had some interesting talk about how the 3GPP and the industry are beginning to look at 6G. Finally, at the end of 2022 there was a downturn in…

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LoRaWAN - An Overview of the leading LPWAN solution with Alper Yegin, Vice-Chair LoRa Alliance and CTO of Actility 42:02

1+ y ago42:02

42:02

LoRaWAN, LoRa Alliace, LPWAN, can be confusing. Join my discussion with Alper Yegin, the Vice-Chair of the LoRa Alliance to learn about Low Powered WAN and how LoRaWAN is deploying global solutions. We will also discuss Actility, an IoT platform company for LoRaWAN. Sign up for the WCA Newsletter Learn the latest in wireless news, trends and be the…

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Ep # 38: The Complexities of Today’s Wireless Communications - with Rex Chen, LitePoint 30:59

1+ y ago30:59

30:59

Wireless communications are constantly growing in complexity with new protocols, new devices, and new spectrum options. Ensuring all possible combinations work dependably at their peak performance has always been critical for guaranteeing network readiness. But the era of Private 5G and industrial applications adds new dynamics to ensuring the safe…

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Ep # 37: Resolving the Connectivity Conundrum for IoT - with Daniel Quant, Multi-Tech Systems 30:37

1+ y ago30:37

30:37

The Internet of Things promises to bring us amazing efficiencies. It’s projected to have billions of connected devices helping us monitor environmental conditions, enhance public safety, automate industrial processes, and fulfill the vision of self-driving cars. But have the outcomes justified the hype? Do enterprises have clarity on the most viabl…

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Ep # 36: How Secure is Our Data? - with Nancy Wang, Amazon Web Services 31:38

1+ y ago31:38

31:38

Telecommunication networks never stop evolving, moving in less than 15 years from 3G to LTE to 5G, and having our data move from on-site to the cloud and to the edge. But what does this mean for the security of our data? With the rising adoption of connected devices & applications, enterprises are at a greater risk of data breaches, ransomware, and…

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WiFi - What's Next? With Gabe Desjardins of Broadcom 35:17

1+ y ago35:17

35:17

With a global economic value of Wi-Fi expected to reach $5 trillion USD by 2025 and billions of devices shipped each year, Wi-Fi is one of the greatest success stories of the technology era. Today, we're joined by long term WiFi expert Gabe Desjardins of Broadcom where we discuss, WiFi 6, WiFi 6E, 6GHZ, WiFi 7 and the future of WiFi. -TH Sign up fo…

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OpenWiFi - An open source WiFi System with Huw Rees of Netexperience 26:50

1+ y ago26:50

26:50

I spoke with Huw Rees, of Netexperience to catch up on the latest in the world of OpenWiFI. OpenWiFi is the open source WiFi system from the Telecom Infra Project(TIP), a global community of hundreds of companies from service providers, technology partners and systems integrators. Listen in and learn about the disruption taking place within the WiF…

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WiFi HaLow (802.11AH) A new tool for IoT, a conversation with Zac Freeman of Newracom 27:21

2y ago27:21

27:21

I caught up with Zac Freeman of WiFi pioneer Newracom to talk about HaLow. Wi-Fi CERTIFIED HaLow™, the designation for products incorporating IEEE 802.11ah technology, augments Wi-Fi by operating in spectrum below 1 gigahertz (GHz) to offer longer range and lower power connectivity. Join us as Zac walks us through some of the interesting use cases,…

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Digital Divide with David Witkowski of Joint Venture Silicon Valley 44:23

2y ago44:23

44:23

In March 2020 when everything shut down because of the COVID-19 pandemic the world stopped. People were sent home from work, students were sent home from school, but if you had connectivity, you could work, go to class, shop all on-line. Many areas however don't have that connectivity, and for a number of reasons. Today we'll explore the digital di…

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Ep # 35: Is Private 5G the New LAN and WAN for Enterprise? - with Todd Krautkremer, Cradlepoint 33:15

2y ago33:15

33:15

The networking needs of a digital enterprise are shifting to ensure anytime, anywhere connectivity to reliably and securely interconnect their people, places, and things. The notion of a universal wireless network for enterprise blurs the lines between historical local area and wide area network boundaries. But can the highly vouched 5G cellular ne…

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vRAN Benefits for Operators 7:49

2y ago7:49

7:49

Virtual Radio Access Networks, or vRAN, are the future of the radio access side of mobile operators’ networks. vRAN is software that runs on off-the-shelf servers rather than the proprietary, dedicated hardware that mobile network providers have been running for decades. vRAN allows service providers to optimize their deployments. With software upg…

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Mobile network game changers: vRAN and Open RAN 21:16

2y ago21:16

21:16

With the rapid push to 5G, operators are looking for fast, scalable ways to deploy while also having the flexibility and agility to manage services and optimize their networks. There are two ways that operators achieve this flexibility: using a virtual Radio Access Network (vRAN) and embracing O-RAN standards. vRAN gives MNOs greater network manage…

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Ep # 34: Is Cellular Mesh the New Backbone for Scalable Private 5G Networks? - with Matt Musial, GenXComm 26:52

2y ago26:52

26:52

The widespread use of digital devices and applications raises the need for pervasive cellular coverage. However, the existing private cellular networks are not sufficiently scalable and economical to extend in dynamically changing indoor and outdoor enterprise environments. New network architectures are needed to deal with unique enterprise use cas…

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Ep # 33: How to Customize Yet Scale Private 5G Network Operations? - with David Ronen, Cellwize 36:43

2y ago36:43

36:43

Private networks have blazed a whole new trail for enterprise innovation with the ability to customize their design and control operations. The pace of adoption, however, has slowed due to the complexity and the high costs of customization of networks. With the emergence of 5G, the choice of vendors expands, the operation complexity increases with …

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Samsung & t3 Broadband Bridge the Digital Divide 9:09

2+ y ago9:09

9:09

The digital divide is a pervasive issue drawing a gap between those who have access to high-speed internet and those who don’t. This lack of connectivity is extremely prevalent in rural areas which often lag far behind urban and suburban areas when it comes to having internet access. While the digital divide has always been an issue, it’s been grea…

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Ep # 32: How the Proliferation of 5G will Impact the Private Wireless Market? - with Roy Timor-Rousso, Pente Networks 36:18

2+ y ago36:18

36:18

GSMA rightfully said that 5G denotes a new era in which connectivity will be tailored precisely to the needs of the business applications. The proliferation of 5G is expected to dramatically grow the market for private wireless networks, but what do IT leaders need to know before jumping on the private 5G bandwagon? Which enterprise applications ar…

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Samsung and Ciena partner to accelerate 5G 5:39

2+ y ago5:39

5:39

To innovate next-gen networks, it’s important to have partnerships that combine best-in-class solutions to simplify and accelerate the transition to 5G. A good example of this is the recent partnership between Samsung and Ciena. Ciena provides powerful xHaul designed to support new service offerings being brought to market in 5G. Samsung and Ciena …

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5G & Private Networks 16:03

2+ y ago16:03

16:03

Private 5G networks are quickly growing as an option for enterprise customers, a claim validated by the thousands of 5G private wireless trials happening globally. 5G private networks support faster and more reliable connections; and while Wi-Fi alone is a great choice for many there are several environments and compelling use cases for private 5G …

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Ep # 31: How to Navigate the Maze of Private Network Choices? - with Michael Zeto, Boingo Wireless 43:13

2+ y ago43:13

43:13

In a short span of five years, private 4G and 5G networks have stirred much excitement. But do the outcomes justify the hype? Enterprises wrestle with choices between Do-It-Yourself, managed services, and public operator network slices. How do neutral hosts and system integrators help? What are the most viable technologies for private wireless? Pri…

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What is Fixed Wireless Access? 7:13

2+ y ago7:13

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The digital divide is an ongoing, dire issue and the challenge to deliver high-speed broadband nationwide to underserved markets continues to go unsolved. Fixed Wireless Access or “FWA” is being deployed in large part to help close the digital divide and give both individuals and businesses affordable access to broadband. FWA lowers costs and expan…

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Ep # 30: The Practical Approach to Embracing Autonomous 5G Networks - with Aaron Boasman-Patel, TM Forum 33:11

2+ y ago33:11

33:11

AI Ops is a natural fit in the 5G era with software-defined networks that are increasingly programmable. Human supervision of 5G networks is a bit like trying to hop onto an electric train after it has left the station. AI-assisted automation is the holy grail for network managers rattled by a catastrophe precipitated by human errors. While early t…

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What is mmWave Technology? 8:26

2+ y ago8:26

8:26

5G utilizes variety of frequency bands one of which is millimeter-wave or “mmWave.” mmWave generally refers to 24-100 GHz; a frequency range that can carry an incredible amount of data and, when coupled with advancements in coding techniques, can carry thousands of times more data than a low band signal. That is one of the reasons mmWave is seen as…

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What is a System on a Chip? 5:26

2+ y ago5:26

5:26

As 5G networks arrive in more and more markets, new advancements arise across industries enabling things like enhanced remote healthcare, immersive gaming, automated cars, and more. 5G also brings to life the Internet of Things, allowing for millions of non-computing devices to be online so businesses can be more productive and agile. Behind the sc…

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Ep # 29: How to Manage IoT Security in Private Networks - with Jimmy Jones, ZARIOT 36:30

2+ y ago36:30

36:30

IoT is a lynchpin to digitizing smart manufacturing, smart cities, and many other industrial enterprises. However, its adoption is often plagued by security concerns. The 5G enhancements that support 1 million devices per square kilometer also increase the attack surface for cybercriminals. An entire business network can be compromised due to vulne…

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Ep # 28: Is Distributed Edge the Catalyst for Private 5G Innovation? - with Michael Recchia, Red Hat 51:50

2+ y ago51:50

51:50

The edge has become the playground for some of the most innovative technology companies launching specialized private 5G applications. Advancements like Open RAN, programmable networks, intent-based network slicing, and AI-driven automation are promising new level of efficiencies in processing humongous data volumes with ultra-low latencies at the …

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Ep # 27: How to Avoid IoT Pitfalls in the 5G Era? - with Landon Garner, KORE Wireless 37:08

2+ y ago37:08

37:08

The Internet of Things suffered several setbacks during its long hype cycle in coping with complex deployments. Having overcome the daunting challenges in the initial stages of IoT development, the industry is poised to take advantage of the massive deployment of IoT devices in the 5G era. Private cellular networks are envisioned to create a secure…

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Mission Critical Communications 8:28

2+ y ago8:28

8:28

In the case of an emergency, quick response of a well-trained and experienced first responder is important, but equally as important is that those first responders have real-time access to the critical information they need. Interruptions in communication between first responders can create life or death situations, result in property damage or cau…

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Ep # 26: Can Cloud Platform Help Telcos Graduate to High-Margin Digital Services? - with Francis Haysom 34:08

3y ago34:08

34:08

Telecom Service Providers have long sought to graduate beyond commoditized connectivity to business models centered around premium digital services. Telco Cloud Platform, in collaboration with Hyperscalers, is a new tack for operators to earn premiums from services delivered at the edge. But do service providers understand the service models that w…

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Samsung on 5G Spectrum and Policy 10:39

3y ago10:39

10:39

5G has three main goals: speed, ultra-reliable low-latency and internet of things (IoT) enablement. While the benefits and widely known use cases of 5G technology may feel new from a services perspective, 5G has been under development for over 10 years. Many technology advancements have already been made including the development of beamforming and…

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Ep # 25: Will the CBRS Goldrush Last - with Oren Binder 37:01

3y ago37:01

37:01

The mid-band CBRS spectrum has been an extraordinary boon to private networks and digital innovation in the US. Enterprises across verticals are investing in automation, taking advantage of the security of private LTE networks and the control of the quality of service. Some verticals like manufacturing have entered the adoption stage, and others li…

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Ep # 24: Driving Innovation for Smaller Organizations with Open RAN and Private Networks - with Vivek Parmar 39:49

3y ago39:49

39:49

Open Radio Area Networks have democratized networks for small-and-medium scale companies. The CBRS spectrum freed the enterprise and other organizations of the chokehold of public communication service providers and helped them build private networks for their IT solutions. Companies, as big as Honeywell, however, have still been unserved. Will the…

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Ep # 23: Making Seaports Autonomous with Private 5G - with Ori Marom 37:21

3y ago37:21

37:21

The persisting disarray of global supply chains during and after Covid-19 exposed the crying need for automation at ports. Antiquated labor-intensive methods have no place in a world where ships disgorge towering stacks of containers that choke terminals at seaports. Private 5G networks have raised hopes about the possibility of factory-like automa…

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Ep # 22: 5G and Wi-Fi – The PB&J of Enterprise Private Networks - with Anand Shah 43:25

3y ago43:25

43:25

Private wireless network is one of the most exciting topics in the mobile space today. It is accelerating industrial automation, bridging the digital divide, and closing the homework gap. Also, the integration of wireless infrastructure with cloud deployments at the edge is a boost to enterprise application development. But do CIOs understand their…

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Ep # 21: Advancing America's Leadership Through 5G & 6G Innovation? With Eric Burger 49:30

3y ago49:30

49:30

Getting reliable, high-speed connectivity continues to be a challenge for enterprises, but things are changing! Private-sector innovation and government support are working to advance America's longtime leadership in wireless technologies. Spectrum sharing initiatives like CBRS are disruptive, DoD's investment in 5G testbeds is promising, and the r…

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