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FCC Approves 6GHz Spectrum Use for Low Power Devices: A Boost for Vision Pro & CarPlay

In a significant move, the United States Federal Communications Commission has opened the doors for AR/VR devices, including Apple’s Vision Pro headset, to operate on the 6GHz band. Although the…

FCC’s Proposed Framework Aims to Simplify Smartphone Connectivity to Satellites

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is keen on accelerating the adoption of satellite-to-phone services, proposing new rules that would simplify the process for phone carriers and satellite operators to deliver…

What can we expect from the new HomePod?

It’s been more than a year since Apple discontinued its HomePod speaker, and though its mini successor has helped the Cupertino company increase its smart home market share, there’s still…

Apple’s HomePod will be in stores on February 9

Apple has announced their HomePod will finally be available for pre-order from Friday and will be in stores on February 9. Their much-awaited smart speaker was initially set to be released in…

Apple’s HomePod receives FCC approval

Apple has just received FCC approval for their HomePod, suggesting the product launch is closer than we thought. Apple promised the product would be launched in ‘early 2018’, and now they…

FCC ‘to Delay’ US Vote on Net Neutrality

US watchdog the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will delay a decision about how it governs the internet until 2015, it is reported. The debate over net neutrality, the principle that…

U.S. FCC to Look Into New-Generation Wireless Networks

In the words of Buzz Lightyear, and U.S. Federal Communications Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel on Friday, U.S. regulators will look “to infinity and beyond” to harness new technology that can help…

FCC to Propose Pay-For-Priority Internet Standards

The Federal Communications Commission is set to propose new open Internet rules that would allow content companies to pay for faster delivery over the so-called “last mile” connection to people’s…

Mixed Signals Over In-Flight Use of Cellphones

When it comes to deciding whether airline passengers can use their cellphones in flight, federal agencies are sending different signals to consumers. The Transportation Department, which regulates aviation consumer issues,…

AA Supplies Pilots with iPads

As we have reported on in the past, some foreign airlines were choosing to supply passengers and crew with iPads. This choice was made for many reasons, saving money on…