Techdirt- Ever since first responder emergency communications failed back on 9/11, there has been a concerted effort to try and build some kind of wireless, national emergency communications network. In typical Congressional fashion, this included several years of yelling, screaming, disagreement, and general histrionics.
Sprint admits in a recent filing that its LTE network is dramatically worse than all of its competitors. It’s doing so as part of the regulatory process to approve Sprint’s merger with T-Mobile, according to analyst Walt Piecyk.
Qualcomm technology and AT&T's network could provide better connectivity for drones, opening the door to delivery possibilities.
The Wi-Fi Alliance says it remains concerned about commercial deployment, but didn't oppose the request to allow further testing.