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A world first in Australia! 1.1 Terabit per second over 405Km (Sydney to Canberra) and 1 Terabit per second over 1,050Km (Sydney to Melbourne).

Optus and #Nokia Set Global Speed Record! 💨   We’re excited to share that Optus, in collaboration with Nokia, set new speed record over critical long-haul fibre network:   🔹 World First: Optus and Nokia set a speed record on Optus’ operational long-haul fibre network, achieving 1.1 Terabit per second over 405Km (Sydney to Canberra).   🔹Asia-Pacific First: Conducted a successful field trial of one Terabit per second over 1,050Km on Optus' operational long-haul fibre network (Sydney to Melbourne).   These achievements not only showcases our commitment to innovation but also enhances our capability to support advanced technologies and high-volume #data needs across Australia. John Castro, VP of Optus Wholesale and Satellite, states, "These milestones are pivotal as we enhance connectivity for Australia’s digital economy." 🔗 Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gY_hPP3F #OptusWholesale #Innovation #Telecommunications #Longhaul #Fibre #Network

“Out of sight, out of mind” is contributing to the delays that businesses have displayed in considering how the 3G shut down may affect them, according to our Product Manager, Paul Miller. Paul spoke with the Herald Sun on the risks Aussie fleet managers are facing by delaying the inevitable. With the deadline fast approaching, fleet managers to upgrade their telematics devices as both Telstra and Optus will be shutting down the 3G network on 31 August and 1 September respectively.   Verizon Connect is offering a free switch to customers, and if your business relies on GPS trackers to manage vehicle fleets, now is the time to consider your options. Read on: https://bit.ly/4bYAhQS

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Optus and Telstra have delayed their 3G network shutdown until October 28, 2024. 🚨 Telstra and Optus will switch off their 3G networks from 28 October 2024. TPG Telecom/Vodafone has already switched off its 3G network. The 3G closure had been scheduled for the end of this month, but will now be delayed to the end of October due to concerns about public safety. This delay should be seen as a final opportunity to make necessary adjustments and avoid any disruptions after October 28. The announcement of the 3G network closure dates back to 2019, so taking action now is crucial to avoid any last-minute complications. Switch to Manage Vehicle’s modern telematics solutions compatible with 4G and 5G, and ensures your operation stays smooth and seamless. 🚛 ✨ To learn how 3G shutdown affects our industry, read our blog "Impact of Australia’s 3G Network Shutdown on Vehicle Tracking" Link in the comments.. 👇 #3GShutdown #FleetManagement #Telematics #4G #5G #PublicSafety #Compliance #VehicleTracking #ManageVehicle

"Can't we have ONE interface to manage ALL the connectivity?" In a former project with the manager of a large international fleet of connected cars asked us this question. The idea they had in mind was to have a single interface for activating, suspending, retrive status and deactivating (e)SIM cards from various local MNOs (Mobile Network Operator). That time every MNO had its own set of interfaces and API (even if) and customers like ours had to write code/design the process for each of them. The CAMARA project (camaraproject.org) now is the technical foundation for an Ericsson-led joint venture to harmonize MNO accesses through APIs and build new value propositions. All leaders in the MNO segment are taking stake in this new company: Telefónica, Vodafone, Orange, Verizon, AT&T, Telstra, América Móvil, Deutsche Telekom, T-Mobile USA, Singtel, and others. This integration platform will ease the interaction when doing operations with many MNOs. Read all about it in Ericsson's press release. https://lnkd.in/eWYeRDKu #camara #integrationplatform #ericsson #telefonica #vodafone #orange #verizon #att #telstra #americamovil #deutschetelekom #tmobileusa #singtel

If you have 5 minutes, please do take the time to read this OpenSignal report issued on the 3rd of April 2024. Some 𝐤𝐞𝐲 highlights, just in case you are busy planning for the wet weekend; - As the title suggest, our users spend more time on 5G compared to other providers- 27.1% - Reduction in time spent on 3G 𝒅𝒊𝒅 𝒏𝒐𝒕 translate to more time with no signal - Customers Vodafone network experience has improved during the 3G shutdown For full stats and context, please do take the time to read the full article. #perceptionbattles #tpgtelecom #vodafone #perceptionvsreality

Posted From Mid Atlantic Consulting Blog - T-Mobile wants to acquire most of USCellular’s wireless operations to boost rural coverage in proposed $4.4B deal It seems like it wasn't all that long ago that United States-based cellular carrier T-Mobile (https://buff.ly/45nnNi8) acquired both MetroPCS and Sprint (https://buff.ly/3yHaAWL) to increase its 5G expansion and improve coverage for its user base. Just this week, however, the Magenta carrier announced (https://buff.ly/4bXwy5Y) plans to acquire and merge with yet another carrier. This time, the crosshairs .... (Click link to read entire article) https://buff.ly/4bRM1VX

More on the 3G issue with Telecommunication Companies Telstra and Optus in particular, and BMW Inadequacies 😡 😡 😡 I own a BMW 2015 125i car (less than 8 years old) and attempted to renew the booster which provides Active Traffic Navigation to find that it is now not available because the 3G sim in the car is being shut down. The advice from BMW is that the 3G sim can’t be updated to 4 or 5G – “It’s a Telstra/Optus issue as they are shutting it down”. This is absolutely outrageous – a $60k car is reliant on sim card that can’t be changed??? The shutting down of the 3G access has been known for at least 3 to 5 years, and it is unbelievable that that BMW hasn’t got a fix. Reply from BMW Thank you for bringing this matter to our attention. We understand your frustration regarding the termination of the service and the warning about the 3G SIM in your vehicle being shut down. We want to assure you that we are equally concerned about the situation. Please know that the decision to shut down the 3G network is not within the control of BMW. This is a decision made by the telecommunication companies in Australia, as they transition to newer technologies like 4G and 5G. Unfortunately, for older model vehicles like yours, the SIM card cannot be retrofitted to support these newer networks. We acknowledge that this situation is inconvenient and we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience it may cause. Rest assured, we are continuously exploring potential solutions to mitigate the impact of the 3G shutdown on our customers. In the meantime, if there's anything else we can assist you with or if you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to let us know. 😡 😡 😡 😡 My Reply to BMW This situation is totally unacceptable. Yes the decision to shut down 3G was the telecommunication companies, but BMW cannot abrogate responsibility. BMW installed the Sim, as have many other connected applications, therefore BMW is liable. To say it can’t be upgraded is blatantly ducking the issue. Upgrading the cabling diverting to a new 5G Sim and reconnecting to the onboard circuit board should be possible. Yes it might cost, but do you care about customers at all. This 3G issue has been known for years, and not to have engineered a fix to replace the 3G Sim is totally incompetent. As for your comment: “Rest assured, we are continuously exploring potential solutions to mitigate the impact of the 3G shutdown on our customers.” I await you urgent advice. Be advised that I will be sharing this appalling situation with my thousands of connections from the transport and business community on LinkedIn.

According to a report from The Wall Street Journal, T-Mobile and Verizon are in discussions to carve up UScellular, one of the country’s last major regional wireless carriers, in separate transactions that would give both buyers access to valuable airwaves. T-Mobile is closing in on a deal to buy a chunk of the regional carrier for more than $2 billion, taking over some operations and wireless spectrum licenses, according to people familiar with the matter. Read more on this story here: https://lnkd.in/gxbtbJiP