Improving connectivity in a WFH or SFH scenario
The Covid-19 lockdown has seen a huge shift for people to both work from home (WFH) and study from home (SFH). The pressure placed on home-based network setups has increased exponentially and in many instances has caused a debilitating and counter-productive trend of decreased and weakened cellular connection uptime. It’s all very well having Internet in […]
The challenge of connectivity in today’s hospitals
As the world and technology rapidly change around us, the way hospitals provide medical care to patients is changing too. When things are moving fast in the emergency room, opportunities to streamline information is crucial. High-performance cellular connectivity is not only something people want, it’s something they expect — as visitors, employees, and patients. Hospital […]
Not all mobile repeater systems are created equal
Stuart Waine outlines the importance of thoroughly researching options, so you don’t fall foul of the rules Over the last 12 months there has been a seismic shift in working trends, with around a quarter of Britons now working away from the office. Unfortunately, the shortcoming of this is that not everybody has a powerful […]
What You Need to Know About FirstNet: Overcoming Coverage Challenges
If you haven’t tried FirstNet yet, the one thing you need to know is that it’s here to stay. And that’s a good thing in my opinion. FirstNet is build to overcome communications coverage challenges. FirstNet is the first responder-dedicated network that was formed and funded under the U.S. Department of Commerce in 2012. It’s […]
Improve cellular coverage in skyscrapers and apartment complexes with cost-effective fiber cable deployment
Good cellular reception inside apartment buildings is an essential requirement for residents and to ensure consistent occupancy rates. Skyrise buildings and apartment complexes with multiple units have historically deployed expensive traditional Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) with fiber cabling to improve cellular reception for occupants and cellular devices. However, traditional DAS solutions are not typically financially […]
Senior living communities tackle in-building cellular coverage challenges
Seniors are relying on cellphones more than ever. Research finds that 91% of adults 65+ in the U.S. own a cellphone. Often, older adults use cellphones for making doctors’ appointments, setting reminders, and even paying bills. But most importantly, cellphones keep them in touch with family, friends, and the outside world – especially during these […]
Sweet in-building mobile signal in a Hotel Chocolat distribution centre
Stable and reliable mobile connectivity is crucial for modern day business operations. Poor indoor mobile coverage threatens productivity, revenue, reputational damage and customer satisfaction. Despite these pitfalls, there are many businesses who neglect to address the demand for consistent and reliable indoor mobile coverage. The unfamiliar terms and technical terminology sound daunting and complex. They […]
MCMC: Fines up to RM500,000 for using unauthorised mobile signal boosters and repeaters
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has reported an increase in complaints with regards to interference from the usage of Cellular Booster or Repeaters (CBR). Unauthorised telecommunications equipment can severely affect the quality of cellular networks and wireless broadband service. Violators can be slapped with a hefty fine. Cellular boosters or repeaters increase mobile […]
Seamless mobile connectivity is the backbone to digitized healthcare
Colin Abrey of Nextivity explains why the NHS digital transformation will be neither feasible nor achievable in the long term without a mobile connectivity overhaul The universal problem of unreliable cellular coverage has far-reaching implications for business and individuals. And nowhere is this more apparent than in healthcare. Ubiquitous mobile connectivity is not only essential […]
Nextivity Adds Fiber Connectivity for Campus and Enterprise Environments
Nextivity has announced an expansion of its CEL-FI QUATRA family, with the introduction of the CEL-FI QUATRA 4000 Fiber hub. The CEL-FI QUATRA 4000 is a multi-carrier, hybrid active DAS that provides in-building cellular coverage to enterprises. The fiber hub expands cellular coverage in QUATRA 4000 deployments in enterprise locations, by distributing the donor signal […]
