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Apple applies for FCC license to begin installing GPS testing equipment at Apple Park

This could imply a few different things. According to recent filings with the FCC, Apple has requested permission for a special license to install GPS equipment. This both indicates that Apple is planning to increase its GPS testing, and marks the first time Apple has requested such a license. For the purposes of licensing, GPS […]

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TRACED anti-robocall legislation signed into law

With any luck, this should greatly reduce the number of robocalls you receive throughout the day. President Trump on Wednesday signed the TRACED anti-Robocall legislation into law, extending the FCC’s powers regarding enforcement and potentially fines. The bill, known in full as the Pallone-Thune Telephone Robocall Abuse Criminal Enforcement and Deterrence (TRACED) Act, the planned […]

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FCC approves $26.5 billion T-Mobile, Sprint merger

The T-Mobile/Sprint merger has received the green light. On Thursday, the Federal Communications Commission announced its approval between T-Mobile and Sprit, with Wednesday’s vote of approval for the joining of the two companies being one of the last hurdles needed to be cleared for the transaction to proceed.  The vote was split along party lines, […]

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FCC to hold 5G auction/Rural Broadband Fundraiser on December 10th

Because infrastructure’s a good thing. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced a 5G auction, alongside a $20.4 billion rural broadband fund. The auction will take place on December 10, this marking the largest rang of airwaves the FCC has auctioned for use at one time. The 5G auction will consist of 3400 MHz frequencies, […]

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FCC approves exemption from EU’s European Commission, allows for U.S. satellites to receive European GPS data for the first time

You can’t say no to additional GPS data. As of last week, U.S.-based iOS devices, as well as other devices, will be able to receive European Galileo satellite navigation data for the first time, thanks to an order from the U.S. Federal Communications Commission. Smartphone makers have, until now, been legally required to block US […]