In Potentially Important Move, Wireless Bureau Freezes Applications in 3100-3550 MHz
The FCC Wireless Bureau Friday began a temporary freeze on nonfederal applications in the 3100-3550 MHz band. Industry officials told us the notice is potentially significant. The bureau also established a docket on the freeze, 19-39. A year ago, Administrator…
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David Redl said NTIA would study use of the 3450-3550 MHz band for wireless broadband (see Ref:1802260047]). Redl said use depends on DOD's ability to find another location for military radar systems that operate there. Mid-band spectrum has been a continuing focus of carriers as they start to deploy 5G. “It’s great to see the FCC move forward today on the 3.45 GHz band,” said Kara Graves, CTIA director-regulatory affairs. “Policymakers realize how important it is to free up mid-band spectrum quickly, and this is a helpful step toward making this band available for 5G.”