Archive for January, 2009
Verizon Wireless Debuts Femto Cell Product
Sunday, January 25th, 2009Verizon Wireless has begun offering a femto cell called the Network Extender. The Extender provides extended cellular network coverage in the home (approx. 5,000 square feet) through a subscriber's broadband (DSL, cable or fiber) connection. The Extender costs $250, ...
Senate Agrees to DTV Delay
Friday, January 23rd, 2009The U.S. Senate has provisionally approved of a proposal to delay the transition to DTV by four months. The Senate has yet to officially vote on the matter, which is also being debated by the House of Representatives. The ...
Verizon Wireless Announces the Hub Home Phone
Friday, January 23rd, 2009
Today Verizon Wireless announced a new product for the home that is meant to replace landline telephones and act as an accessory to wireless service. The Verizon Hub uses a broadband connection to connect to the Internet and provide ...
Copps Is Obama’s Temporary FCC Chairman Pick
Friday, January 23rd, 2009Obama has asked FCC commissioner Michael Copps to act as the FCC Chairman on a temporary basis until a permanent replacement for former Chairman Kevin Martin is found. Obama is expected to nominate Julius Genachowski for the post. ...