Feature Articles

  1. Connectivity Q&A: Unscrambling The Wi-Fi 4/5/6/6E Standards 4/23/2020

    The Wi-Fi Alliance is launching yet another enhancement – further advancing the next standard in wireless communication with Wi-Fi 6E. In this article, Tony Testa and Jaidev Sharma help us sort out the Wi-Fi 4, 5, 6, and 6E standards for today and tomorrow’s communication networks.

  2. The Week in 5G: 4/21/2020 — List of Delayed Spectrum Auctions Grows; S. Korea Plans mmWave 5G Network in 2020 4/21/2020

    Plus, controversy surrounds L-Band spectrum release in the U.S., rumors state Apple's first 5G iPad will be delayed, and more, all in this edition of the Week in 5G. 

  3. Applying Impedance Tuning To Maximize Antenna Performance In 5G Phones 4/16/2020

    This white paper describes how impedance tuners can be used and discusses the relative advantages of different impedance tuner designs. It includes several examples that demonstrate how impedance tuning can be used to achieve significant performance improvements in typical real-world scenarios.

  4. The Week in 5G: 4/14/2020 — 5G Conspiracy Theories Continue To Rile Up Cretins; Apple and RedMagic Tout New Phones 4/14/2020

    Plus, the U.S. FCC Commissioner begs trump to intervene in its spectrum allocation fight, China Unicom and Huawei apply 5G massive MIMO to indoor networks, and more, all in this edition of the Week in 5G. 

  5. The Week in 5G: 4/7/2020 — Japan and U.S. Plan Rural 5G Rollouts; False Theories Blame 5G For COVID-19 Pandemic 4/7/2020

    Plus, German industry takes initiative on private 5G networks, TCL Communications excites with 5G phone announcement, cretins pin pandemic on 5G, and more, all in this edition of the Week in 5G. 

  6. 65 V GaN Transforms The Radar Market: Here’s What It Means For You 4/1/2020

    65 Volt GaN is forging a new generation in radar systems that aim to advance security and monitor a number of commercial applications. This article examines how this technology is transforming radar systems and contributing to this growing area.
     

  7. The Week in 5G: 3/31/2020 — Despite Some Delays, Global 5G Juggernaut Advances During Pandemic 3/31/2020

    Another nation's spectrum auction and 5G communication standards have been delayed, while Hong Kong, Russia, and Japan celebrate 5G milestones. Plus the U.S. okays 5G legislation, and more, all in this edition of the Week in 5G. 

  8. EMC Immunity Testing Standards Overview 3/31/2020

    EMC (ElectroMagnetic Compatibility) Radiated and Conducted Immunity testing is used in many product industries. Different test standards are used by various industries, and the variety of test configurations and requirements can feel bewildering to the beginner. To help become familiar with some of these tests, several of the more common EMC Radiated and Conducted Immunity (also called Susceptibility) standards are listed in this article.

  9. The Week in 5G: 3/24/2020 — Pandemic Fuels Push for 5G Rollouts; Nokia Claims First “Global” 5G Phone 3/24/2020

    Plus, Russia begins allocating spectrum, France postpones its spectrum auction, a new study looks at silver's role in the 5G marketplace, and more, all in this edition of the Week in 5G.

  10. Connectivity Q&A: Enhancing The Smart Home With Mesh Wi-Fi Systems 3/23/2020

    In today’s Smart Home, users often grapple with signal range and quality. These concerns will continue to mount as the installed base of connected devices climbs to a projected 75.44 billion worldwide by 2025 – according to Statista’s 2020 report. Mesh Wi-Fi is the solution to overcoming this challenge. In this article, Tony Testa provides practical advice to enhance the new Smart Home with mesh Wi-Fi systems.