Sprint to Overhaul Network and Attempt Second iDEN to CDMA Transition
Sprint representatives Bob Azzi and Scott Sloat have confirmed the carrier’s plans to reduce its cellsite footprint from its current 66,000 sites to a new reduced total of 46,000 sites with multi-mode hardware that can be more easily deployed with a combination of iDEN/CDMA 1x/EVDO/WiMax software in order to ease future network upgrades and better […]
Ericsson to Manage Sprint Cellsite Network
Confirming months of rumors and speculation, Sprint has announced that it has entered into a maintenance agreement with Ericsson to manage and maintain Sprint’s CDMA and iDEN cellsite network, with 6,000 Sprint employees tranferring to Ericsson’s control. The agreement is set for a seven year term with total cost between $4.5 and $5 billion for […]
Clearwire Announces Further Network Expansion and Dual-Mode Modem
In a press release announcing 4th quarter results today, Clearwire has announced the next round of network launches and the forthcoming availability of a dual mode EVDO/WiMax USB modem. The following markets are scheduled to launch this year: Atlanta Las Vegas Chicago Charlotte Dallas/Ft. Worth Honolulu Philadelphia Seattle The following markets are planned for a […]
Sprint Reaffirms Commitment to iDEN Network
In a move stemming from the possible failure to find a buyer for the iDEN network, Sprint has announced its renewed commitment to the long-term operation of the network. The carrier also reiterated plans to release 9 new iDEN devices from the fourth quarter to the first half of 2009, including the BlackBerry Curve 8350i and […]
Cox to Launch MVNO with Sprint and 3G Network in 2009
Cox has announced in a press release (PDF)Â that it will launch its own wireless service in 2009, first utilizing Sprint’s network to bundle branded services together in a quadruple-play package similar to the failed Pivot initiative launched in 2005 and subsequent collapse in 2007 with the provider winning 700Mhz spectrum in last year’s FCC auction. […]
Sprint to Build Unified Network Platform
In a report filed by IDG/Yahoo, Sprint Vice-President of Core Technologies Ben Vos has announced intentions to build a unified core network that will converge the CDMA, iDEN, and nascent WiMax networks onto one platform during the VON.x conference on Tuesday. The platform will be an all IP based network on a common optical backbone […]
MWC: T-Mobile CEO Confirms US 3G Network Launch in Summer, Possible Android Device
During a news conference at the MWC, T-Mobile CEO Hamid Akhvan confirmed that the 3G network in the US will launch during the summer though he gave no specific date as to when. He also explained why 3G capable devices are being launched ahead of the network launch, stating a desire to be prepared. When […]
Sprint Investor Conference Details Network’s Future
Sprint has outlined much of their future network strategy at an investor conference. Much of this information has been reported in the past by PCS Intel. Here are the primary details: � Sprint is currently targeting October for dual iDEN/CDMA phone releases � The cable company partnership will result in dual WiFi/CDMA phones, using cable […]
Network Map & You
You’ve had it happen at least once in your cellular life. You’re trying to use your phone, and it hits you, the tower in your area is having a problem. You don’t know how to confirm your suspicion, but you know it is going to be a fight just to get someone to admit there’s […]