Welcome and Introduction

- Will Townsend welcomes Anshel Sag to episode 240 of G2 on 5G.

- Coverage of six topics spanning 5G and 6G developments.

T-Mobile's Edge Control Solution

- Launch of Edge Control at fourth annual Innovate Awards.

- Combines 5G advanced network with local breakout for private-like cellular experience.

- Zero on-premise infrastructure requirement distinguishes this solution.

- Strategic positioning against Verizon and AT&T in enterprise cellular offerings.

Nvidia and Nokia Partnership

- Extension of aerial RAN computer announcements for 6G.

- Nvidia's billion-dollar investment in Nokia signals strategic alignment.

- Partnership includes T-Mobile and Dell Technologies for server infrastructure.

- Nokia stock surged 25% following the announcement.

All-American AI RAN Stack

- Announcement of domesticated supply chain for 6G development.

- Nvidia's aerial platform moving to open source to accelerate adoption.

- Full-stack solution involving Cisco, Mitre, and Booz Allen.

- Focus on spectrum sensing and computer vision applications.

Nvidia DGX Spark Developer Experience

- Anshel Sag shares hands-on experience with DGX Spark device.

- 200 gigabit connectivity and scalable memory capacity.

- Simplified software stack enables AI deployment without extensive coding knowledge.

Samsung Networks and SoftBank MOU

- Joint research agreement for 6G and AI-based RAN technologies.

- Four focus areas: 6G, AI for RAN, AI in RAN, and large telecom models.

- Cultural significance of Korean-Japanese partnership in telecommunications.

5G Techratory Event Insights

- Will Townsend's experience hosting panels in the Baltic region.

- "Defense of 5G" panel discussion with European experts and skeptics.

- Challenges in European 5G deployment due to fragmented regulation.

- Delayed standalone 5G rollout creating similar frustrations as experienced in U.S.

Fixed Wireless Access as Killer Use Case

- FWA success in U.S. market with T-Mobile leading adoption.

- AT&T's Internet Air product serving consumers and enterprises.

Verizon's Fiber Expansion Strategy

- New CEO driving aggressive fiber buildout through wholesale partnerships.

- Deal with Eaton Fiber for network expansion without direct capital investment.

- Following AT&T's successful fiber strategy after years of market leadership.

Competitive Fiber Market Dynamics

- AT&T's overinvestment in fiber driving strong ARPU and earnings performance.

- T-Mobile's strategic shift toward fiber for backhaul and FWA support.

- Verizon's Pac-Man approach with Frontier acquisition correcting previous divestiture.

- Competition driving price improvements and better consumer options.

Welcome and Introduction

- Will Townsend and Anshel Sag discuss the latest insights on 5G and 6G technologies.

- Episode 239 of G2 on 5G, covering six topics in about 20 minutes.

AT&T's 5G Standalone Deployment

- AT&T declares nationwide 5G standalone deployment on October 8th.

- Milestone achievement matching RAN and 5G core infrastructure.

- Predictions of innovative services, especially in network slicing.

Intel's Node Advancements

- Discussion on Panther Lake and Clearwater Forest CPU developments.

- Panther Lake running on Intel's new 18A Foundry Fab 52 in Arizona.

- Clearwater Forest's 288-core CPU targeting telecom applications.

Vodafone's Low Earth Orbit Satellite Research Hub

- Launch of the first low earth orbit satellite mobile broadband research hub.

- Partnership with AST Space Mobile for non-terrestrial network solutions.

- Streamlining testing and validation of hardware and software.

Verizon's Acquisition of Starry

- Verizon acquires fixed wireless provider Starry.

- Potential to grow fixed wireless base to 8-9 million customers.

- Leveraging Starry's architecture for cheaper and quicker deployment in urban settings.

Verizon CEO Transition

- Hans Vestberg's sudden exit as Verizon CEO.

- Discussion on the timing and potential reasons for the leadership change.

- Comparison with previous CEO transitions and industry performance.

AI Deals and Impact on 5G/6G

- Analysis of major AI deals, including OpenAI and AMD partnership.

- Potential effects on 5G and 6G network architectures and edge computing.

- T-Mobile's strategic partnership with OpenAI and implications for the industry.

Closing Remarks

- Invitation for listeners to provide topics for future podcasts.

- Contact information for hosts Will Townsend and Anshel Sag on social media.

- Request for listeners to rate and subscribe to the podcast.

Welcome and Introduction

- Will Townsend hosts episode 238 of G2 on 5G with analyst Anshel Sag

- Podcast covers six 5G and 6G topics in about 20 minutes

AST SpaceMobile's Breakthrough

- Conducted first space-based 4G VoLTE call with Bell Canada

- Includes voice, broadband data, and video streaming capabilities

- Paves way for production and monetization

Qualcomm Snapdragon Summit Highlights

- Launch of two new SoCs for smartphones and PCs

- Third-generation Orion custom processor outperforms competitors

- Introduction of Guardian feature for remote PC management

T-Mobile's T-Satellite Service Expansion

- Announcement of app support for T-Satellite service with Starlink

- Integration with T-Life app and other solutions like AllTrails and AccuWeather

- Enhances usability for SOS and emergency situations

MediaTek's Dimensity 9500 SoC

- New flagship part using latest ARM IP

- Improvements in performance, power efficiency, and ray tracing

- Competitive positioning against Qualcomm in the Android market

China's Infrastructure Security Measures

- Implementation of rigorous certifications for foreign infrastructure providers

- Slowing progress for companies like Ericsson and Nokia in the Chinese market

- Reduction in market share for Western companies in China

Ongoing Legal Dispute: Qualcomm vs. ARM

- Recent settlement of one lawsuit, but continuation of legal battles

- ARM's appeal of the verdict and Qualcomm's separate lawsuit

- Discussion on the broader implications and potential outcomes

Closing Remarks

- Invitation for listeners to provide insights on specific 5G topics

- Social media handles shared for Will Townsend and Anshel Sag

- Request for listeners to rate and subscribe to the podcast

Welcome and Introduction

- Will Townsend and Anshel Sag host episode 237 of G2 on 5G

- Brief baseball discussion about the Astros and Padres

Mavenir's AI Strategy

- Mavenir CEO's focus on agentic AI to revitalize the company

- Discussion on potential replacement of OSS with AI

- Skepticism about the extent of AI's role in network operations

Intel and Nvidia Partnership

- Announcement of Intel and Nvidia's $5 billion partnership

- Implications for 5G and 6G radio and AI at the edge

- Potential impact on competitive dynamics in the semiconductor industry

Voice over New Radio (VoNR) Launch in Spain

- Mass Orange's commercial launch of 5G VoNR service

- Benefits of VoNR including HD audio, lower latency, and improved capacity

- Significance for the Spanish telecom market

Meta's New AI Smart Glasses

- Introduction of second-generation Meta Ray-Bans and Meta Oakley Vanguards

- Features including improved battery life, image quality, and AI capabilities

- Potential applications in sports and everyday use

NATO's 5G Initiative for Military Communications

- NATO's Multinational 5G (MN5G) initiative for defense purposes

- Dual-use paradigm adapting civilian technologies for military applications

- Potential civilian applications in critical infrastructure protection

EchoStar's Spectrum Sell-off

- EchoStar CEO Charlie Ergen's comments on becoming an "asset-light growth company"

- Discussion on the forced pivot and its impact on the company's future

- Implications for the telecom industry and spectrum availability

Closing Remarks

- Invitation for listener engagement and topic suggestions

- Contact information for the hosts on social media

Welcome and Introduction

- Will Townsend welcomes Anshel Sag to episode 236 of G2 on 5G

- Overview of the podcast format: six topics covered in about 20 minutes

Reliance's Upcoming IPO

- Reliance preparing for a massive IPO in early 2026

- Aiming to raise $6 billion, potentially valuing the company at $112 billion

- Discussion on Reliance's network infrastructure and subscriber base

- Analysis of the IPO's purpose and potential impact on investors

Apple's Latest Product Announcements

- Overview of new iPhone 17 series, including the iPhone Air

- Introduction of 5G capabilities in all new Apple Watch versions

- AirPods Pro 3 features, including improved noise cancellation and heart rate sensor

- Discussion on Apple's new chips: A19 SoC, C1X modem, and N1 wireless chip

Ericsson's AI Framework for Enterprise Networks

- Ericsson's Enterprise Wireless Group claims first 5G agentic AI framework

- Framework designed to streamline enterprise network operations

- Comparison with competitors like HPE and Cisco in the private wireless space

SpaceX's Spectrum Acquisition from EchoStar

- SpaceX's $17 billion transaction for EchoStar's spectrum licenses

- Implications for Dish Network and the US mobile carrier landscape

- Discussion on potential Starlink direct-to-cell service for Boost Mobile subscribers

T-Mobile's Shift Away from CBRS Spectrum

- T-Mobile moving past CBRS spectrum for neutral host applications

- Analysis of the impact on the CBRS ecosystem and companies like Solana

- Discussion on T-Mobile's Advanced Network Solutions (ANS) and private network deployment

T-Mobile's Role in LA 2028 Olympics

- T-Mobile for Business to provide 5G connectivity for LA 2028 Olympics

- Coverage agreement for over 110 locations across Southern California

- Deployment of advanced network solutions, including network slicing and secure connectivity

Closing Thoughts

- Reflection on the power of 5G for large-scale events like the Olympics

- Invitation for listeners to provide insights on specific 5G topics

- Request for podcast ratings and subscriptions

Welcome and Introduction

- Will Townsend and Anshel Sag host episode 235 of G2 on 5G

- Coverage of six topics in about 20 minutes

T-Mobile Innovation Summit and Executive Changes

- T-Mobile's Innovation Summit and analyst forum in Bellevue

- Executive changes: Ulf Ewoldson replacing Neville Ray, Callie Field departing

- Introduction of Super Mobile for enterprises

AT&T's Spectrum Acquisition from Dish

- AT&T acquires low and mid-band spectrum from Dish for $23 billion

- Impact on AT&T's competitive position against T-Mobile and Verizon

Ericsson Joins Swedish AI Consortium

- Ericsson participates in Swedish AI company formation

- Potential applications in AI RAN and network programmability

Apple Event Invitations and Rumors

- Apple event scheduled for September

- Speculation about Apple Watch potentially getting 5G capabilities

Nokia's Lawsuit Against Paramount Skydance

- Nokia files lawsuit alleging infringement on video streaming technology patents

- Discussion on Nokia's diverse technological portfolio

Google Pixel 8 Launch

- Introduction of Tensor G5 chip and new camera features

- T-Mobile network capabilities for satellite messaging and data

Balancing Work and Personal Life

- Will's plans to watch college football over the long weekend

- Anshel's preparation for UK trip and ARM visit

Welcome and Introduction

- Anshel Sag and Will Townsend host episode 234 of G2 on 5G

- Podcast covers six topics in about 20 minutes, focusing on 5G and 6G insights

Deutsche Telekom's AI Gigafactory Plans

- Plans to build an AI Gigafactory by 2026

- Partnership with Nvidia and Brookfield

- Discussion on potential success and edge AI applications

Reliance Jio's 5G Network Slices in India

- Launch of 10 new nationwide 5G network slices

- Includes IoT, gaming, FWA, and mission-critical services

- Reliance Jio becomes world's leading FWA provider with 7.4 million subscribers

T-Mobile's Water Utility Transformation

- Collaboration with Fluid Conservation Systems for IoT and leak detection

- Acoustic water leak solution using sensors

- Environmental impact and efficiency improvements in water management

AST SpaceMobile's Global S-band Spectrum Deal

- Agreement to acquire S-band priority rights under ITU

- $64.5 million deal expected to close in second half of 2023

- Potential for AST SpaceMobile to deploy its own service globally

Celona's New Airflux Architecture

- Launch of Airflux, moving core processing to the cloud

- Simplifies private 5G deployment, making it as easy as Wi-Fi

- Uses NXP SoCs and Qualcomm modems for processing

Wi-Fi 7 Travel Routers from D-Link and TP-Link

- TP-Link BE3600: Compact, USB-C powered Wi-Fi 7 travel router

- D-Link G572: 5G NR BE7200 Wi-Fi 7 router with built-in 5G modem

- Discussion on use cases and benefits of portable Wi-Fi 7 routers

Closing Remarks

- Invitation for listeners to provide topic suggestions

- Contact information for hosts: Will at @WhaleTownTech and Anshel at @AnchosAg

- Reminder to rate and subscribe to the podcast

Welcome and Introduction

- Will Townsend and Anshel Sag host Episode 233 of the G2 on 5G podcast

- Overview of six topics covered in about 20 minutes

Telefonica's Strategic Infrastructure Decisions

- Phasing out Huawei in Spain and Germany, but not in Brazil

- Discussion on regulatory environments and cost considerations

- Implications for mobile network security and operations

EchoStar, Dish, and Boost Mobile Financial Maneuvers

- Avoiding default through last-minute interest payment

- Ongoing negotiations with FCC and spectrum concerns

- Potential merger considerations with Mobile X

Nokia's Subsea Cable Deals

- Recent contracts for connections between Jakarta-Singapore and North Africa-Europe

- Strategic importance for Nokia's revenue expansion

- Potential implications for Chinese infrastructure replacement

Wi-Fi 8 Specification Release

- Known as 802.11bn, focusing on reliability and real-world performance

- Improvements in throughput, latency, and packet delivery

- Timeline for certification and potential hardware availability

AT&T and Ericsson's Open RAN Milestone

- Deployment of third-party RAN application (rApp) in live production network

- Significance for multi-vendor programmability in networks

- Discussion on the current state of Open RAN implementation

Samsung's Foldable Phone Success

- Impressive pre-order numbers for Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7

- Notable improvements in design, particularly thinness

- User experience insights and potential impact on the market

Apple's Potential Foldable Phone Entry

- Speculation on Apple's future foldable device

- Comparison with Samsung's current offerings

- Market anticipation and potential release timeline

Closing Remarks

- Invitation for listener engagement and topic suggestions

- Social media contact information for hosts

- Request for podcast ratings and subscriptions