At least at the moment, AT&T sees 5G fixed wireless as an in-region tool to provide internet access. Verizon tends to look at 5G fixed wireless as a tool to attack outside of region. In addition to those outdoor internet access apps, each firm also sees in-building applications.
Some believe the 3.5-GHz Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) shared spectrum band is most significant because it creates new opportunities for venue communications. Others say the importance is the innovation in methods of allocating spectrum; creating ways of rapidly creating new use cases and business models for new entities without physical relocation of incumbent users.
Some believe the 3.5-GHz Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) shared spectrum band is most significant because it creates new opportunities for venue communications. Others say the importance is the innovation in methods of allocating spectrum; creating ways of rapidly creating new use cases and business models for new entities without physical relocation of incumbent users.
Yet others might point to the new use cases for fixed wireless rural communications. AT&T is looking at all those angles, according to Igal Elbaz, AT&T SVP Wireless Technology
“We think there are a number of compelling use cases for this spectrum including private LTE networks for enterprises, utilizing it as a ‘neutral host band’ in large indoor venues like stadiums and smart factories, and deploy fixed wireless internet (FWI) in rural and underserved areas,” he said.
CBRS also will play a role in 5G densification in urban areas, Elbaz said.
“We will start by using LTE in CBRS spectrum and then migrate to 5G,” said Gordon Mansfield, AT&T VP, Converged Access and Device Technology. “We will primarily use the CBRS solution to deliver home and enterprise broadband services.”
“In many cases a fixed wireless access (FWA) architecture can cost-effectively reach homes and businesses where fiber cannot,” he noted.
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