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5G Xn Interface Protocol Architecture

in 5G, Xn Interface, Xn-C, Xn-U
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The Xn User plane (Xn-U) interface is defined between two NG-RAN nodes.  The transport network layer is built on IP transport and GTP-U is used on top of UDP/IP to carry the user plane PDUs.

Separation of gNB-CU-CP and gNB-CU-UP

in 5G, gNB, gNB-CU-CP, gNB-CU-UP
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gNB-CU-Control Plane (gNB-CU-CP): a logical node hosting the RRC and the control plane part of the PDCP protocol of the gNB-CU for an en-gNB or a gNB. The gNB-CU-CP terminates the E1 interface connected with the gNB-CU-UP and the F1-C interface connected with the gNB-DU.

LTE Chip Makers fight for lead

in Blog, LTE

Mobile Chip makers are fighting for the lead in emerging market opened by LTE. Qualcomm a leader in this area is maintaning its position but others are also not far behind.

Verizon vs. Clearwire: A 4G Comparison

in Blog, Clearwire, MARAVEDIS, Verizon, 4G, LTE, WiMAX

After much industry speculation Verizon Wireless finally commercially launched its LTE network on December 5th, 2010.

CP-OFDM and its application in 5G

in Blog, 5G, 5G NR, CP-OFDM, OFDM
5G NR

Now days, 5G new radio (NR) is becoming more popular because of its  high data rate, reduced latency, energy saving, cost reduction, higher system capacity, and massive device connectivity. The first phase of 5G specifications in Release-15 will be completed by March 2019 to accommodate the early commercial deployment.

MR-DC with the 5G

in MR-DC, MR-DC with the 5G
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There are three possible MR-DC with the 5GC architectures as follow:  1. E-UTRA-NR Dual Connectivity: NG-RAN supports NG-RAN E-UTRA-NR Dual Connectivity (NGEN-DC), in which a UE is connected to one ng-eNB that acts as a MN and one gNB that acts as a SN.

Self-configuring and self-optimizing Networks in LTE

in Blog, LTE, LteWorld

Self-configuring, self-optimizing wireless networks is not a new concept but as the mobile networks are evolving towards 4G LTE networks, introduction of self configuring and self optimizing mechanism

Who’s going to pay for 5G? How to optimize the cost among different players

in Blog, 5G, LTE
5G Techritory

While many are excited about 5G’s potential for the future of communications, manufacturing, logistics, and other vertical sectors, it’s not clear who will be covering the less fun part of its deployment, integration and development - the expenses. 

Which 2013 smartphone is the best for gaming?

in Blog, LTE

During 2013 there have been at least 15 smartphones launched to date, and there might well be some more before the year is out. While many of these have really more or less sneaked in by the back door, others have been heralded by bugle calls from the roof and other hype generating publicity blazes.

World with 5G: Is it harmful?

in Blog, 5G, 4G, LTE
5G

5G technology is the newest technology in the telecommunications field. It has been established in 2019 and it is awaiting widespread distribution all around the world. Being the fifth generation technology, it is thought to replace 4G technology in the near future.

5G Small Cell, Pico Cell Understanding and Planning

in Blog, 5G, 5G NR, simulator, Small Cell, small cell simulators
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In the blog, the readers will comprehend the elementary aspects of Small cell in 5G communication mechanism, in a way it is enhanced 4G-LTE. The article will be significant to the scholars, learners, researcher and City RF Planner who are aware with 4G, 3G or 2G also be worthwhile for those who are innovative to this technology.  

62 commercial networks support DC-HSPA+, drives HSPA investments

in Blog, DC-HSPA, GSA, HSPA, LTE
451 commercial HSPA operators in 174 countries

Despite faster operator commitments for LTE deployment, HSPA investments are not slowing down. Confirming that HSPA+ is quickly expanding, GSA reports that a total of 241 operators have committed to HSPA+ network deployments, representing an increase of over 62% in the past year. HSPA+ networks are being deployed in 106 countries, 39 countries more than a year ago.