Virtual Radio Access Networks, or vRAN, are the future of the radio access side of mobile operators’ networks. vRAN is software that runs on off-the-shelf servers rather than the proprietary, dedicated hardware that mobile network providers have been running for decades. vRAN allows service providers to optimize their deployments. With software upgrades there will be a transition to quick, convenient, near-zero-touch operations. The virtualization of the network allows for extraordinary scaling efficiencies, ramping up resources as needed. Dynamic scaling enables networks to add processing power, memory, and connection resources on the fly when new functionality needs to be instantiated. This will free them up for other tasks when customers do not need them directly.  Network slicing provides management benefits for operators as well by allowing providers to create and run multiple virtual networks on the same physical equipment, decreasing hardware costs. vRAN gives MNOs greater network availability and better deployment flexibility using pooled, centralized resources that operate on standardized commercially available hardware, and Samsung’s leadership in development and deployments for major operators around the world is impressive. We are all excited to see the network virtualization we’ve discussed today continue to advance around the globe. 

Virtual Radio Access Networks, or vRAN, are the future of the radio access side of mobile operators’ networks. vRAN is software that runs on off-the-shelf servers rather than the proprietary, dedicated hardware that mobile network providers have been running for decades. vRAN allows service providers to optimize their deployments. With software upgrades there will be a transition to quick, convenient, near-zero-touch operations. The virtualization of the network allows for extraordinary scaling efficiencies, ramping up resources as needed. Dynamic scaling enables networks to add processing power, memory, and connection resources on the fly when new functionality needs to be instantiated. This will free them up for other tasks when customers do not need them directly. Network slicing provides management benefits for operators as well by allowing providers to create and run multiple virtual networks on the same physical equipment, decreasing hardware costs. vRAN gives MNOs greater network availability and better deployment flexibility using pooled, centralized resources that operate on standardized commercially available hardware, and Samsung’s leadership in development and deployments for major operators around the world is impressive. We are all excited to see the network virtualization we’ve discussed today continue to advance around the globe.

vRAN Benefits for Operators

With the rapid push to 5G, operators are looking for fast, scalable ways to deploy while also having the flexibility and agility to manage services and optimize their networks. There are two ways that operators achieve this flexibility: using a virtual Radio Access Network (vRAN) and embracing O-RAN standards.  vRAN gives MNOs greater network management and service agility and better deployment flexibility using pooled, centralized software-driven network functions operating on standardized commercially available hardware. Samsung’s cloud-native vRAN was the first in the industry to deliver to the market the virtualized Distributed Unit (vDU) and virtualized Centralized Unit (vCU) that run on general-purpose processors. Samsung’s cloud-native vRAN supports single band, dual-band, and Massive MIMO radios. Since Samsung started developing vRAN in 2016, it has become the industry leader in the fully virtualized 5G cloud-native vRAN market. Samsung is the only major vendor to have vRAN commercial deployments with Tier One operators on multiple continents and to provide a commercial vRAN solution that supports both Samsung and 3rd party Massive MIMO radios. Open RAN is a choice for network operators who want more flexibility and agility in their network. As a member of the Open RAN Alliance, Samsung is committed to virtualized and fully interoperable networks. Samsung believes that Open RAN starts with opening the fronthaul and fully disaggregating the baseband with vRAN. Beyond the production of O-RAN compliant solutions and integration and interface work done in traditional RAN, Samsung’s cloud-native vRAN is O-RAN compliant and integrated with other vendors’ radios.  Earlier this year, Samsung won two GLOMO Awards for its fully virtualized 5G RAN solution, an indication that the industry recognizes the importance of vRAN and the virtualization of the network. Watch and listen to this Networks Tech Talk episode to learn more about what vRAN and Open RAN mean for operators, Samsung’s views on them, and Samsung’s leadership in both technologies.

With the rapid push to 5G, operators are looking for fast, scalable ways to deploy while also having the flexibility and agility to manage services and optimize their networks. There are two ways that operators achieve this flexibility: using a virtual Radio Access Network (vRAN) and embracing O-RAN standards. vRAN gives MNOs greater network management and service agility and better deployment flexibility using pooled, centralized software-driven network functions operating on standardized commercially available hardware. Samsung’s cloud-native vRAN was the first in the industry to deliver to the market the virtualized Distributed Unit (vDU) and virtualized Centralized Unit (vCU) that run on general-purpose processors. Samsung’s cloud-native vRAN supports single band, dual-band, and Massive MIMO radios. Since Samsung started developing vRAN in 2016, it has become the industry leader in the fully virtualized 5G cloud-native vRAN market. Samsung is the only major vendor to have vRAN commercial deployments with Tier One operators on multiple continents and to provide a commercial vRAN solution that supports both Samsung and 3rd party Massive MIMO radios. Open RAN is a choice for network operators who want more flexibility and agility in their network. As a member of the Open RAN Alliance, Samsung is committed to virtualized and fully interoperable networks. Samsung believes that Open RAN starts with opening the fronthaul and fully disaggregating the baseband with vRAN. Beyond the production of O-RAN compliant solutions and integration and interface work done in traditional RAN, Samsung’s cloud-native vRAN is O-RAN compliant and integrated with other vendors’ radios. Earlier this year, Samsung won two GLOMO Awards for its fully virtualized 5G RAN solution, an indication that the industry recognizes the importance of vRAN and the virtualization of the network. Watch and listen to this Networks Tech Talk episode to learn more about what vRAN and Open RAN mean for operators, Samsung’s views on them, and Samsung’s leadership in both technologies.

Mobile network game changers: vRAN and Open RAN

The digital divide is a pervasive issue drawing a gap between those who have access to high-speed internet and those who don’t. This lack of connectivity is extremely prevalent in rural areas which often lag far behind urban and suburban areas when it comes to having internet access.   While the digital divide has always been an issue, it’s been greatly underscored by the COVID 19 pandemic, which has driven many jobs, schools, and even medical practices to operate online. Without this connection, many Americans are left without critical access in everyday life. Government funding is helping to improve coverage and affordability.  The evolution and introduction of new technologies that address operator and rural market service requirements is supporting advancement as well.   A key example of expanding high-speed Internet coverage is Samsung’s work with t3 Broadband. Samsung and t3 are working together to help rural operators expand coverage across more remote areas across the US. The partnership pairs t3 Broadband’s expertise, including the ability to design and deploy powerful network solutions and services remotely, with Samsung’s CBRS massive MIMO portfolio and solution bandwidth, speed and cell edge performance.  Together, these help rural operators deliver and enhance broadband connectivity in hard-to-reach locations.   Samsung and t3 both believe everyone should have access to stable, high-speed Internet service, regardless of location. Listen to this episode to understand how they, and other organizations, are working to bridge the digital divide for consumers across the Midwest and showing the way for other rural areas across the country. 

The digital divide is a pervasive issue drawing a gap between those who have access to high-speed internet and those who don’t. This lack of connectivity is extremely prevalent in rural areas which often lag far behind urban and suburban areas when it comes to having internet access. While the digital divide has always been an issue, it’s been greatly underscored by the COVID 19 pandemic, which has driven many jobs, schools, and even medical practices to operate online. Without this connection, many Americans are left without critical access in everyday life. Government funding is helping to improve coverage and affordability. The evolution and introduction of new technologies that address operator and rural market service requirements is supporting advancement as well. A key example of expanding high-speed Internet coverage is Samsung’s work with t3 Broadband. Samsung and t3 are working together to help rural operators expand coverage across more remote areas across the US. The partnership pairs t3 Broadband’s expertise, including the ability to design and deploy powerful network solutions and services remotely, with Samsung’s CBRS massive MIMO portfolio and solution bandwidth, speed and cell edge performance. Together, these help rural operators deliver and enhance broadband connectivity in hard-to-reach locations. Samsung and t3 both believe everyone should have access to stable, high-speed Internet service, regardless of location. Listen to this episode to understand how they, and other organizations, are working to bridge the digital divide for consumers across the Midwest and showing the way for other rural areas across the country.

Samsung & t3 Broadband Bridge the Digital Divide

To innovate next-gen networks, it’s important to have partnerships that combine best-in-class solutions to simplify and accelerate the transition to 5G. A good example of this is the recent partnership between Samsung and Ciena.   Ciena provides powerful xHaul designed to support new service offerings being brought to market in 5G. Samsung and Ciena are working together to offer hardware and software solutions to telecom operators by coupling Samsung’s 5G solutions with Ciena’s xHaul solution. This technology will enable the pair to support the large amounts of 5G data traffic at the edge within an increasingly distributed 5G architecture to support the next generation of high bandwidth applications and services.  Samsung and Ciena’s successful interoperability testing, including functional and performance testing, demonstrated that this solution will significantly speed up 5G deployments, taking advanced applications like network slicing and IoT to market sooner. As networks become more disaggregated, it’s imperative that operators know all their system components will work together seamlessly.   With Ciena and Samsung leading the way, operators and enterprise customers can be assured of smooth operations in the migration to 5G. This partnership targets both public and private 5G markets globally, offering solutions for mobile operators, neutral host providers, non-public operators, and enterprises. Listen to this Networks Tech Talk episode to learn more about this exciting partnership and how Samsung and Ciena are working to change the industry and help operators and enterprises. 

To innovate next-gen networks, it’s important to have partnerships that combine best-in-class solutions to simplify and accelerate the transition to 5G. A good example of this is the recent partnership between Samsung and Ciena. Ciena provides powerful xHaul designed to support new service offerings being brought to market in 5G. Samsung and Ciena are working together to offer hardware and software solutions to telecom operators by coupling Samsung’s 5G solutions with Ciena’s xHaul solution. This technology will enable the pair to support the large amounts of 5G data traffic at the edge within an increasingly distributed 5G architecture to support the next generation of high bandwidth applications and services. Samsung and Ciena’s successful interoperability testing, including functional and performance testing, demonstrated that this solution will significantly speed up 5G deployments, taking advanced applications like network slicing and IoT to market sooner. As networks become more disaggregated, it’s imperative that operators know all their system components will work together seamlessly. With Ciena and Samsung leading the way, operators and enterprise customers can be assured of smooth operations in the migration to 5G. This partnership targets both public and private 5G markets globally, offering solutions for mobile operators, neutral host providers, non-public operators, and enterprises. Listen to this Networks Tech Talk episode to learn more about this exciting partnership and how Samsung and Ciena are working to change the industry and help operators and enterprises.

Samsung and Ciena partner to accelerate 5G

Private 5G networks are quickly growing as an option for enterprise customers, a claim validated by the thousands of 5G private wireless trials happening globally. 5G private networks support faster and more reliable connections; and while Wi-Fi alone is a great choice for many there are several environments and compelling use cases for private 5G networks.  Private networks can enable both indoor and outdoor wireless infrastructure with connections that are creating new business opportunities and workflows. With greater flexibility, efficiency, and improved productivity through things like automation and enhanced machine communications, there are unique draws to private 5G networks over Wi-Fi that make great cases for its implementation.  One big draw to a private network is the enhanced capacity and coverage. Even when utilizing unlicensed cellular radio spectrum such as CBRS, enterprise customers can create networks that cover large spaces with stronger, more consistent service. Cellular networks are also optimized to handle more devices. In enterprise environments, the capacity to handle many connected devices can be imperative to optimizing and improving workflows and operations. Additionally, when you add 5G to the private network, signals provide expanded bandwidth.  This capacity is critical in large spaces where you may have one large zone or several spaced out zones. This is a common environmental challenge in areas like manufacturing, retail or logistics where a dependable, widespread connection is integral to operations.   In addition to speed and coverage, private 5G can deliver the same quality of service as Wi-Fi with the enhanced ability to handle time-sensitive network operations. With a time-sensitive network, you can ensure all the pulses over the network are in sync. For use cases like robotics in manufacturing environments, time-sensitive networks can be incredibly important. For these same environments, private 5G offers an additional layer of security; all devices need to have a SIM card registered on the network to get access. These security measures utilizing cellular technologies greatly reduce the risk of security breaches from other devices or people to the network.  Companies like Samsung are bringing to life real-world use cases that display the power of private 5G with reliable private network solutions. Listen to this episode of Networks TechTalk to learn more about private 5G and how companies like Samsung are helping organizations manage their next-gen networks.  

Private 5G networks are quickly growing as an option for enterprise customers, a claim validated by the thousands of 5G private wireless trials happening globally. 5G private networks support faster and more reliable connections; and while Wi-Fi alone is a great choice for many there are several environments and compelling use cases for private 5G networks. Private networks can enable both indoor and outdoor wireless infrastructure with connections that are creating new business opportunities and workflows. With greater flexibility, efficiency, and improved productivity through things like automation and enhanced machine communications, there are unique draws to private 5G networks over Wi-Fi that make great cases for its implementation. One big draw to a private network is the enhanced capacity and coverage. Even when utilizing unlicensed cellular radio spectrum such as CBRS, enterprise customers can create networks that cover large spaces with stronger, more consistent service. Cellular networks are also optimized to handle more devices. In enterprise environments, the capacity to handle many connected devices can be imperative to optimizing and improving workflows and operations. Additionally, when you add 5G to the private network, signals provide expanded bandwidth. This capacity is critical in large spaces where you may have one large zone or several spaced out zones. This is a common environmental challenge in areas like manufacturing, retail or logistics where a dependable, widespread connection is integral to operations. In addition to speed and coverage, private 5G can deliver the same quality of service as Wi-Fi with the enhanced ability to handle time-sensitive network operations. With a time-sensitive network, you can ensure all the pulses over the network are in sync. For use cases like robotics in manufacturing environments, time-sensitive networks can be incredibly important. For these same environments, private 5G offers an additional layer of security; all devices need to have a SIM card registered on the network to get access. These security measures utilizing cellular technologies greatly reduce the risk of security breaches from other devices or people to the network. Companies like Samsung are bringing to life real-world use cases that display the power of private 5G with reliable private network solutions. Listen to this episode of Networks TechTalk to learn more about private 5G and how companies like Samsung are helping organizations manage their next-gen networks.

5G & Private Networks

The digital divide is an ongoing, dire issue and the challenge to deliver high-speed broadband nationwide to underserved markets continues to go unsolved. Fixed Wireless Access or “FWA” is being deployed in large part to help close the digital divide and give both individuals and businesses affordable access to broadband.  FWA lowers costs and expands deployment by using a local transmitter to send data to many receivers that exist in different homes or businesses. With FWA, the subscriber can get a receiver delivered to them with simple hook-up instructions. This cuts out the middleman having to lay fiber down cutting costs and time for home broadband delivery.   To help stimulate FWA’s deployment, the US government has allocated money through several programs to enable the deployment of affordable broadband, including RDOF with over $20 billion set aside to help rural communities and the most recent infrastructure bill with $65 billion allocated for high-speed internet supporting everyone from large operators to small regional providers.  Broadband access is increasingly being seen as a right and a necessary way to participate in today’s digital world. For subscribers, FWA will open new possibilities nationwide from enhanced access to education, stronger connections with loved ones, and better entertainment options.  Companies like Samsung are jumping in to support the expansion of FWA; Samsung has been studying FWA since 2016 and unveiled the world’s first 5G FWA commercial solutions in 2018. Since then, successful worldwide FWA deployments and trials have taken place encouraging global adoption. Listen to this Networks Tech Talk episode to understand the ways FWA is opening new possibilities for citizens nationwide and why everyone stands to win from its deployment.  

The digital divide is an ongoing, dire issue and the challenge to deliver high-speed broadband nationwide to underserved markets continues to go unsolved. Fixed Wireless Access or “FWA” is being deployed in large part to help close the digital divide and give both individuals and businesses affordable access to broadband. FWA lowers costs and expands deployment by using a local transmitter to send data to many receivers that exist in different homes or businesses. With FWA, the subscriber can get a receiver delivered to them with simple hook-up instructions. This cuts out the middleman having to lay fiber down cutting costs and time for home broadband delivery. To help stimulate FWA’s deployment, the US government has allocated money through several programs to enable the deployment of affordable broadband, including RDOF with over $20 billion set aside to help rural communities and the most recent infrastructure bill with $65 billion allocated for high-speed internet supporting everyone from large operators to small regional providers. Broadband access is increasingly being seen as a right and a necessary way to participate in today’s digital world. For subscribers, FWA will open new possibilities nationwide from enhanced access to education, stronger connections with loved ones, and better entertainment options. Companies like Samsung are jumping in to support the expansion of FWA; Samsung has been studying FWA since 2016 and unveiled the world’s first 5G FWA commercial solutions in 2018. Since then, successful worldwide FWA deployments and trials have taken place encouraging global adoption. Listen to this Networks Tech Talk episode to understand the ways FWA is opening new possibilities for citizens nationwide and why everyone stands to win from its deployment.

What is Fixed Wireless Access?

5G utilizes variety of frequency bands one of which is millimeter-wave or “mmWave.” mmWave generally refers to 24-100 GHz; a frequency range that can carry an incredible amount of data and, when coupled with advancements in coding techniques, can carry thousands of times more data than a low band signal. That is one of the reasons mmWave is seen as a key technology and vital component to 5G network performance.  Because of its ability to handle large swaths of data, mobile network operators can benefit from leveraging mmWave wherever a very high throughput is needed, whether indoors or outdoors. Indoor sites would get the benefits of multi-gigabit speeds and very low latencies, especially useful in larger spaces like airports, train stations and event venues. Outdoor sites benefit from quick deployment and the capacity increase provided to existing networks, especially in urban areas.  Globally, we’re seeing mmWave leveraged in Italy, the UK, Finland, Australia, Taiwan, Singapore, China, Japan and the US. In the US, one of the major carriers has placed a heavy emphasis on 5G mmWave and has average download speeds of nearly 700 Mbps, 2-3x as fast as their competitors. In Korea, Samsung used 5G mmWave as backhaul to help get download speeds of 1.8 Gbps on a fast-moving subway train. Samsung also offers various mmWave 5G end-to-end solutions, including the Compact Macro, which combines the baseband, radio, and antenna into a single unit, as well as 5G mmWave small cells for indoor and outdoor environments.   The ways we’re seeing mmWave utilized to advance technology today is just the start. Learn more about how mmWave will continue to allow mobile operators to provide speeds faster than 4G and support new 5G services.

5G utilizes variety of frequency bands one of which is millimeter-wave or “mmWave.” mmWave generally refers to 24-100 GHz; a frequency range that can carry an incredible amount of data and, when coupled with advancements in coding techniques, can carry thousands of times more data than a low band signal. That is one of the reasons mmWave is seen as a key technology and vital component to 5G network performance. Because of its ability to handle large swaths of data, mobile network operators can benefit from leveraging mmWave wherever a very high throughput is needed, whether indoors or outdoors. Indoor sites would get the benefits of multi-gigabit speeds and very low latencies, especially useful in larger spaces like airports, train stations and event venues. Outdoor sites benefit from quick deployment and the capacity increase provided to existing networks, especially in urban areas. Globally, we’re seeing mmWave leveraged in Italy, the UK, Finland, Australia, Taiwan, Singapore, China, Japan and the US. In the US, one of the major carriers has placed a heavy emphasis on 5G mmWave and has average download speeds of nearly 700 Mbps, 2-3x as fast as their competitors. In Korea, Samsung used 5G mmWave as backhaul to help get download speeds of 1.8 Gbps on a fast-moving subway train. Samsung also offers various mmWave 5G end-to-end solutions, including the Compact Macro, which combines the baseband, radio, and antenna into a single unit, as well as 5G mmWave small cells for indoor and outdoor environments. The ways we’re seeing mmWave utilized to advance technology today is just the start. Learn more about how mmWave will continue to allow mobile operators to provide speeds faster than 4G and support new 5G services.

What is mmWave Technology?

As 5G networks arrive in more and more markets, new advancements arise across industries enabling things like enhanced remote healthcare, immersive gaming, automated cars, and more. 5G also brings to life the Internet of Things, allowing for millions of non-computing devices to be online so businesses can be more productive and agile.  Behind the scenes, the various components that make up a 5G network are working hard to enable these new use cases; things like CORE and radio access networks, antennas and the radios found at each cell site. Of these key elements also lives a small but mighty piece of technology: the System-on-a-Chip.   A system-on-a-chip, or SoC, integrates all the components of a computer onto a single chip including CPU, memory, input and output ports and secondary storage. A system-on-a-chip typically integrates specialized logic to optimize handling of a particular type of traffic. An optimized SoC ensures the best possible performance while minimizing power consumption and system size. 5G technology does not come without some challenges, and innovations like SoCs help mitigate these. SoCs are a solution to deliver new 5G capabilities with the best connectivity while minimizing the size and cost of the equipment on a tower. Marvell and Samsung, for example, have developed a new SoC that addresses the complexities of higher spectrum frequencies, massive MIMO antenna arrays and super low latencies with a unique combination of programmability and performance. Learn more about what a system-on-a-chip is, its benefits and how Samsung and Marvell are collaborating on this exciting technology as we move further into the world of 5G.

As 5G networks arrive in more and more markets, new advancements arise across industries enabling things like enhanced remote healthcare, immersive gaming, automated cars, and more. 5G also brings to life the Internet of Things, allowing for millions of non-computing devices to be online so businesses can be more productive and agile. Behind the scenes, the various components that make up a 5G network are working hard to enable these new use cases; things like CORE and radio access networks, antennas and the radios found at each cell site. Of these key elements also lives a small but mighty piece of technology: the System-on-a-Chip. A system-on-a-chip, or SoC, integrates all the components of a computer onto a single chip including CPU, memory, input and output ports and secondary storage. A system-on-a-chip typically integrates specialized logic to optimize handling of a particular type of traffic. An optimized SoC ensures the best possible performance while minimizing power consumption and system size. 5G technology does not come without some challenges, and innovations like SoCs help mitigate these. SoCs are a solution to deliver new 5G capabilities with the best connectivity while minimizing the size and cost of the equipment on a tower. Marvell and Samsung, for example, have developed a new SoC that addresses the complexities of higher spectrum frequencies, massive MIMO antenna arrays and super low latencies with a unique combination of programmability and performance. Learn more about what a system-on-a-chip is, its benefits and how Samsung and Marvell are collaborating on this exciting technology as we move further into the world of 5G.

What is a System on a Chip?

In the case of an emergency, quick response of a well-trained and experienced first responder is important, but equally as important is that those first responders have real-time access to the critical information they need. Interruptions in communication between first responders can create life or death situations, result in property damage or cause injuries. This is where Mission Critical communications, or MCX, comes in.  In the world of MCX, Mission Critical Push to Anything (MCPTX) technologies play a key role in emergency communications. MCPTX is the upgrade to Mission Critical Push to Talk (MCPTT), which is the legacy walkie-talkie network that enables voice communication. Push to Anything expands on MCPTT, enabling the sharing of text, images, location mapping and video and all in real-time for a more wholistic, advanced critical communications system.  With its updates, MCPTX can enable dispatchers and first responders, for example, to push video that holds important information to inform the team before heading into an emergency. The value of something like showing the blueprints of a burning building to a firefighter before they enter could be life-changing in a critical situation. MCPTX also supports interoperability with existing systems, so if an organization is working with legacy technology, MCPTX will connect seamlessly. Outside of public safety organizations like police, firefighters, emergency medical services and the military; MCX also interconnects and supports existing maritime, aviation, and railway networks and there is significant interest in deploying MCX-based services for other vertical industries that require critical communications.Though some industries are just now looking at beginning to deploy these services, companies like Samsung have been supporting these commercial rollouts for years. For example, last year, Samsung helped install a nationwide public safety network in South Korea and in the US, Samsung has partnered with AT&amp;T to develop the FirstNet, a dedicated and highly secure non-public platform for public safety operating in the 700 MHz band.While a lot of work has already been done, MCPTX services are based on 4G and as we continue to see the advanced capabilities 5G can bring, Samsung and the standards bodies are working to support 5G commercial use in MCX over the next few years. 5G can bring crucial benefits for mission critical services such as enhanced mobile broadband and ultra-low latency to MCX solutions. While many advancements have already been made and deployed, the future of mission critical technologies is bright. Listen now to learn more about the power of end-to-end public safety solutions and the positive change coming to emergency communications that will keep our communities safer and more connected.Networks TechTalk podcast was previously named Recalibrate with Samsung Networks.

In the case of an emergency, quick response of a well-trained and experienced first responder is important, but equally as important is that those first responders have real-time access to the critical information they need. Interruptions in communication between first responders can create life or death situations, result in property damage or cause injuries. This is where Mission Critical communications, or MCX, comes in. In the world of MCX, Mission Critical Push to Anything (MCPTX) technologies play a key role in emergency communications. MCPTX is the upgrade to Mission Critical Push to Talk (MCPTT), which is the legacy walkie-talkie network that enables voice communication. Push to Anything expands on MCPTT, enabling the sharing of text, images, location mapping and video and all in real-time for a more wholistic, advanced critical communications system. With its updates, MCPTX can enable dispatchers and first responders, for example, to push video that holds important information to inform the team before heading into an emergency. The value of something like showing the blueprints of a burning building to a firefighter before they enter could be life-changing in a critical situation. MCPTX also supports interoperability with existing systems, so if an organization is working with legacy technology, MCPTX will connect seamlessly. Outside of public safety organizations like police, firefighters, emergency medical services and the military; MCX also interconnects and supports existing maritime, aviation, and railway networks and there is significant interest in deploying MCX-based services for other vertical industries that require critical communications.Though some industries are just now looking at beginning to deploy these services, companies like Samsung have been supporting these commercial rollouts for years. For example, last year, Samsung helped install a nationwide public safety network in South Korea and in the US, Samsung has partnered with AT&amp;T to develop the FirstNet, a dedicated and highly secure non-public platform for public safety operating in the 700 MHz band.While a lot of work has already been done, MCPTX services are based on 4G and as we continue to see the advanced capabilities 5G can bring, Samsung and the standards bodies are working to support 5G commercial use in MCX over the next few years. 5G can bring crucial benefits for mission critical services such as enhanced mobile broadband and ultra-low latency to MCX solutions. While many advancements have already been made and deployed, the future of mission critical technologies is bright. Listen now to learn more about the power of end-to-end public safety solutions and the positive change coming to emergency communications that will keep our communities safer and more connected. Networks TechTalk podcast was previously named Recalibrate with Samsung Networks.

Mission Critical Communications

5G has three main goals: speed, ultra-reliable low-latency and internet of things (IoT) enablement. While the benefits and widely known use cases of 5G technology may feel new from a services perspective, 5G has been under development for over 10 years. Many technology advancements have already been made including the development of beamforming and massive MIMO, more advanced radio technology, carrier aggregation and perhaps most importantly: the use of new spectrum bands. As 5G technology becomes more advanced, the allocation of greater amounts of spectrum bands and effective government policies will be necessary to drive further 5G adoption and advancement.  To break it down, lower spectrum bands carry less data but carry signals farther. High spectrum bands carry huge swaths of data, but the signal doesn’t go as far. Mid-band, on the other hand, is in the sweet spot carrying a fair amount of data a reasonable distance. Service providers use a mix of low, mid, and high spectrum bands and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is working on bringing more of each spectrum bands to the marketplace. Besides the allocation of new spectrum bands, there are several other steps that can be taken to increase the adoption of 5G.  The time the FCC takes to clear the frequencies of C-Band has delayed 5G service implementations, along with the time it takes to gain permission to put up a new cell site. Reducing these would be helpful, along with lowering the cost of broadband deployment and the cost of service. The United States struggles with high broadband deployment costs, but programs like the Emergency Broadband Benefit program, Rural Digital Opportunity and 5G Funds are working to close this gap. Companies like Samsung are also uniquely positioned to bring 5G to everyone. For example, Samsung is focused on pushing end-to-end technology deploying all the parts integral to 5G: chips, network equipment, and devices, including smartphones, smart TVs, appliances, and automotive solutions–all with industry-leading security standards.  Moreover, Samsung is leveraging experience in the implementation of 2G, 3G, and 4G technologies to take the lead in 5G as well. And all of this can't be done alone, that's why Samsung works with strategic partners across the industry to offer products and solutions that bring 5G networks online – a piece of the greater machine that will bring 5G to life hand-in-hand with the government and other companies and organizations. Widespread adoption of 5G is no small feat, but the payoffs are well worth it. According to a recent report from PWC, 5G is estimated to have a global economic impact of $13.2 trillion and create over 22 million jobs by 2035. Listen now to hear what steps the industry and government are taking to make it happen. Networks TechTalk podcast was previously named Recalibrate with Samsung Networks.

5G has three main goals: speed, ultra-reliable low-latency and internet of things (IoT) enablement. While the benefits and widely known use cases of 5G technology may feel new from a services perspective, 5G has been under development for over 10 years. Many technology advancements have already been made including the development of beamforming and massive MIMO, more advanced radio technology, carrier aggregation and perhaps most importantly: the use of new spectrum bands. As 5G technology becomes more advanced, the allocation of greater amounts of spectrum bands and effective government policies will be necessary to drive further 5G adoption and advancement. To break it down, lower spectrum bands carry less data but carry signals farther. High spectrum bands carry huge swaths of data, but the signal doesn’t go as far. Mid-band, on the other hand, is in the sweet spot carrying a fair amount of data a reasonable distance. Service providers use a mix of low, mid, and high spectrum bands and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is working on bringing more of each spectrum bands to the marketplace. Besides the allocation of new spectrum bands, there are several other steps that can be taken to increase the adoption of 5G. The time the FCC takes to clear the frequencies of C-Band has delayed 5G service implementations, along with the time it takes to gain permission to put up a new cell site. Reducing these would be helpful, along with lowering the cost of broadband deployment and the cost of service. The United States struggles with high broadband deployment costs, but programs like the Emergency Broadband Benefit program, Rural Digital Opportunity and 5G Funds are working to close this gap. Companies like Samsung are also uniquely positioned to bring 5G to everyone. For example, Samsung is focused on pushing end-to-end technology deploying all the parts integral to 5G: chips, network equipment, and devices, including smartphones, smart TVs, appliances, and automotive solutions–all with industry-leading security standards. Moreover, Samsung is leveraging experience in the implementation of 2G, 3G, and 4G technologies to take the lead in 5G as well. And all of this can't be done alone, that's why Samsung works with strategic partners across the industry to offer products and solutions that bring 5G networks online – a piece of the greater machine that will bring 5G to life hand-in-hand with the government and other companies and organizations. Widespread adoption of 5G is no small feat, but the payoffs are well worth it. According to a recent report from PWC, 5G is estimated to have a global economic impact of $13.2 trillion and create over 22 million jobs by 2035. Listen now to hear what steps the industry and government are taking to make it happen. Networks TechTalk podcast was previously named Recalibrate with Samsung Networks.

Samsung on 5G Spectrum and Policy

Samsung brings you up to date on how the latest technologies and infrastructure innovations for 5G and next-generation networks are changing how businesses and consumers live, work and play.

Samsung brings you up to date on how the latest technologies and infrastructure innovations for 5G and next-generation networks are changing how businesses and consumers live, work and play.

Networks TechTalk with Samsung

In just a few short decades, computers have developed from clunky, 30-pound hunks of table-top electronics into a sleek, high-functioning pocket device. This transformation is no better epitomized than with Samsung’s latest Galaxy cell phones, tiny but powerful pocket computers with up to 12GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. So how can we best utilize these powerful palm computers? On this episode of Recalibrate, we discussed how Samsung’s DeX integration capitalizes on the power of these pocket devices, and how its mobile technology’s capabilities can transform all kinds of industries, from manufacturing to healthcare. This Recalibrate episode is a technological deep dive into all things cloud computing with Reid Estreicher and Ray Couey of Samsung B2B, Dr. Simon Lok, CTO of RGNets, and host Jason Claybrook. Estreicher said it best when he describes the Samsung Galaxy S10 as “a really tiny computer.” And with the power of such a laptop in your hand, DeX then comes into play, using this operating system as a tether for in-the-moment cloud-based work. “DeX is a way that allows you to bring the hardware power of it into a realm where the user experience is such that you can actually harness that," Dr. Lok said. The limitations of working on a small screen are eliminated with DeX. By using external input devices, the DeX feature can make a working computer out of any TV or monitor. So how is this feature used in our daily lives? Picture being a doctor or nurse, bustling throughout a hospital from floor to floor. With a DeX device, your operating system goes with you, creating a “centralized cluster of machines,” wherever you are. Additionally, DeX adds the privacy feature of secure access, via fingerprint or retina read, as opposed to the chaos of working on an open workstation. With a computer in our pockets, tech’s top thinkers elaborate on the power of mobile technology and its implications across industries on this episode of Recalibrate.Networks TechTalk podcast was previously named Recalibrate with Samsung Networks.

In just a few short decades, computers have developed from clunky, 30-pound hunks of table-top electronics into a sleek, high-functioning pocket device. This transformation is no better epitomized than with Samsung’s latest Galaxy cell phones, tiny but powerful pocket computers with up to 12GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. So how can we best utilize these powerful palm computers? On this episode of <a href="https://samsungnetworks.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Recalibrate</a>, we discussed how <a href="https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/apps/samsung-dex/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Samsung’s DeX</a> integration capitalizes on the power of these pocket devices, and how its mobile technology’s capabilities can transform all kinds of industries, from manufacturing to healthcare. This Recalibrate episode is a technological deep dive into all things cloud computing with <a href="https://marketscale.com/industries/contributors/reid-estreicher/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reid Estreicher</a> and <a href="https://marketscale.com/industries/contributors/ray-couey/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ray Couey</a> of <a href="https://www.samsung.com/us/business/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Samsung B2B,</a> <a href="https://marketscale.com/industries/contributors/simon-lok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dr. Simon Lok</a>, CTO of <a href="https://rgnets.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RGNets</a>, and host Jason Claybrook. Estreicher said it best when he describes the Samsung Galaxy S10 as “a really tiny computer.” And with the power of such a laptop in your hand, DeX then comes into play, using this operating system as a tether for in-the-moment cloud-based work. “DeX is a way that allows you to bring the hardware power of it into a realm where the user experience is such that you can actually harness that," Dr. Lok said. The limitations of working on a small screen are eliminated with DeX. By using external input devices, the DeX feature can make a working computer out of any TV or monitor. So how is this feature used in our daily lives? Picture being a doctor or nurse, bustling throughout a hospital from floor to floor. With a DeX device, your operating system goes with you, creating a “centralized cluster of machines,” wherever you are. Additionally, DeX adds the privacy feature of secure access, via fingerprint or retina read, as opposed to the chaos of working on an open workstation. With a computer in our pockets, tech’s top thinkers elaborate on the power of mobile technology and its implications across industries on this episode of Recalibrate. Networks TechTalk podcast was previously named Recalibrate with Samsung Networks.

How 5G is Transforming the Computer in your Pocket

Simon Lok

Reid Estreicher

Cars and trucks have become exponentially more tech-enabled throughout the years. From the genesis of “self-driving mode” to the increased production of semi-autonomous and electric-hybrid vehicles, our roads and highways are filled with wireless computer technology.  What will happen when one of those vehicular networks is hacked?  On this episode of Recalibrate with Samsung Networks, Jason Claybrook, RGNets CTO Dr. Simon Lok and Samsung B2B Mobile Marketing’s Reid Estreicher break down how a hack of a BMW i3 transformed it into a self-driving car and how 5G on the roads can help eliminate traffic jams in the future by learning information about cars from miles away.  “Not every car needs to have a self-driving system for [fixing] a traffic jam to be solved,” Lok said. “All you need to know to mitigate that is to know that the slow-down is happening several miles ahead of your visual range.”  Lok proposed that if a driver at the site of a traffic-jam, regardless of whether the car is self-driving or semi-autonomous, could pass that knowledge to every car behind them and inform drivers to reduce their speeds according to computer models. This would effectively eliminate the traffic jam.  “If you were to have an entire 5G network on all of the highways, it would essentially eliminate traffic jams everywhere, without the need of having every [car] requiring the self-driving system, it’s actually just having the information that’s important,” Lok said. “That’s why having that 5G network everywhere would be so transformative. There’s a very clear way that you can get from having that network to having an immediate, huge benefit to which everything, every person, would see.”Networks TechTalk podcast was previously named Recalibrate with Samsung Networks.

Cars and trucks have become exponentially more tech-enabled throughout the years. From the genesis of “self-driving mode” to the increased production of semi-autonomous and electric-hybrid vehicles, our roads and highways are filled with wireless computer technology. What will happen when one of those vehicular networks is hacked? On this episode of Recalibrate with Samsung Networks, Jason Claybrook, RGNets CTO Dr. Simon Lok and Samsung B2B Mobile Marketing’s Reid Estreicher break down how a hack of a BMW i3 transformed it into a self-driving car and how 5G on the roads can help eliminate traffic jams in the future by learning information about cars from miles away. “Not every car needs to have a self-driving system for [fixing] a traffic jam to be solved,” Lok said. “All you need to know to mitigate that is to know that the slow-down is happening several miles ahead of your visual range.” Lok proposed that if a driver at the site of a traffic-jam, regardless of whether the car is self-driving or semi-autonomous, could pass that knowledge to every car behind them and inform drivers to reduce their speeds according to computer models. This would effectively eliminate the traffic jam. “If you were to have an entire 5G network on all of the highways, it would essentially eliminate traffic jams everywhere, without the need of having every [car] requiring the self-driving system, it’s actually just having the information that’s important,” Lok said. “That’s why having that 5G network everywhere would be so transformative. There’s a very clear way that you can get from having that network to having an immediate, huge benefit to which everything, every person, would see.” Networks TechTalk podcast was previously named Recalibrate with Samsung Networks.

The Impact of 5G on the Roads with Dr. Simon Lok & Reid Estreicher

On this episode of Recalibrate with Samsung Networks, host Jason Claybrook and recurring contributor Dr. Simon Lok, CTO of RGNets, focus their conversation around networking in residential America. At an Orlando event last year, Dr. Lok realized that professionals in IT are approaching networking in the same ways they always have, even though networks are improving in speed and capability. "They can’t see beyond their blinders, and then they wonder why the wrong methods aren’t really working," Lok said. This is especially true with networking for the multifamily &amp; "connected living" approach to living, an attractive idea due to its convenience and ease. A resident wants to go to the pool or the clubhouse, for example, and connect to their network, but they can’t do so traditionally. According to Lok, this is “antithetical to the cause;" end-users have a certain expectation of convenience in all aspects of their technology, including their wireless network. The solution? Microsegmentation. Lok broke down this concept: “We build one giant SSID, and then use micro-segmentation technology to build little bubbles for every single person to connect to.” In order to keep up with changes in how people work and live, the blinders have to come off. With the incredible technology at our disposal, it’s time to stop reimagining and start “doing." Give the whole podcast a listen for Claybrook and Lok's continued thoughts on networking in the home.Networks TechTalk podcast was previously named Recalibrate with Samsung Networks.

On this episode of Recalibrate with <a href="https://samsung-networks.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Samsung Networks</a>, host Jason Claybrook and recurring contributor Dr. <a href="https://marketscale.com/industries/contributors/simon-lok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Simon Lok</a>, CTO of <a href="https://rgnets.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RGNets</a>, focus their conversation around networking in residential America. At an Orlando event last year, Dr. Lok realized that professionals in IT are approaching networking in the same ways they always have, even though networks are improving in speed and capability. "They can’t see beyond their blinders, and then they wonder why the wrong methods aren’t really working," Lok said. This is especially true with networking for the multifamily &amp; "connected living" approach to living, an attractive idea due to its convenience and ease. A resident wants to go to the pool or the clubhouse, for example, and connect to their network, but they can’t do so traditionally. According to Lok, this is “antithetical to the cause;" end-users have a certain expectation of convenience in all aspects of their technology, including their wireless network. The solution? Microsegmentation. Lok broke down this concept: “We build one giant SSID, and then use micro-segmentation technology to build little bubbles for every single person to connect to.” In order to keep up with changes in how people work and live, the blinders have to come off. With the incredible technology at our disposal, it’s time to stop reimagining and start “doing." Give the whole podcast a listen for Claybrook and Lok's continued thoughts on networking in the home. Networks TechTalk podcast was previously named Recalibrate with Samsung Networks.

Microsegmentation to Bring Connected Living to Multi-Family with Dr. Simon Lok

David Rhew

Alok Shah

On our first few episodes of Recalibrate, host Jason Claybrook discussed the impact 5G will have on latency, consumers, gaming, sports and more, breaking it all down with professionals from Samsung Networks. On this episode, Alok Shah of Samsung Networks joined us once again, along with Samsung’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. David Rhew, to discuss the impact 5G will have on healthcare.  Consumer wearables, telemedicine, and other new technologies have been rapidly adopted by healthcare professionals to help improve patient care and practice efficiencies. With expectations that the global Internet of Things (IoT) healthcare market will reach $410 billion by 2022, the use of connected devices in this sector is accelerating at a rapid pace.   Currently supported by 4G LTE capabilities, these connected devices, such as blood pressure cuffs, are proving to be effective in monitoring and improving patient care. But as technology progresses and more devices become available, doctors will rely more heavily on these instruments to continually capture, collect, and digitally receive vast amounts of patient medical data.   “Health has been an area that has continued to develop over the last decade, and 4G networks have really allowed these hospitals to get substantial data rates on the network. 5G, though, will take it to another level,” said Shah.  With 5G's massive Internet of Medical Things (IoMT), millions of low-energy, low-bit rate connected medical and health monitoring devices, clinical wearables and remote sensors will eventually enable near real-time monitoring of vital signs, physical activity, and prescription adherence, allowing providers to effectively administer or modify treatment from afar.   “It’s important to take an overall look at trends in healthcare. There’s a big push to enable virtual care. Virtual care allows you to be able to better manage patients outside of the hospital. This oftentimes involves the use of sensors and remote patient monitoring devices,” said Dr. Rhew. “But what we’re moving towards is continuous monitoring. And with continuous monitoring, you have an opportunity to see on a regular basis changes in one’s activity, one’s behavior, one’s physiological parameters, and that is going to require a network that is capable enough to be able to pull the data in in large quantities to be able to do rapid analysis. You’re going to need low-latency times. It’s a perfect situation for 5G to really help enhance the capabilities of what we’re currently trying to do.”  While many challenges lay ahead with 5G implementation, the future of bandwidth will enable a modernizing transformation in the medical profession, empowering far-reaching capabilities such as virtual reality treatments, remote diagnosis, continuous, real-time health monitoring, patient ownership of medical data, and more, providing a holistic view of a patient’s health from any place, at any time.Networks TechTalk podcast was previously named Recalibrate with Samsung Networks.

On our first few episodes of Recalibrate, host Jason Claybrook discussed the impact 5G will have on latency, consumers, gaming, sports and more, breaking it all down with professionals from Samsung Networks. On this episode, Alok Shah of Samsung Networks joined us once again, along with Samsung’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. David Rhew, to discuss the impact 5G will have on healthcare. Consumer wearables, telemedicine, and other new technologies have been rapidly adopted by healthcare professionals to help improve patient care and practice efficiencies. With expectations that the global Internet of Things (IoT) healthcare market will reach $410 billion by 2022, the use of connected devices in this sector is accelerating at a rapid pace. Currently supported by 4G LTE capabilities, these connected devices, such as blood pressure cuffs, are proving to be effective in monitoring and improving patient care. But as technology progresses and more devices become available, doctors will rely more heavily on these instruments to continually capture, collect, and digitally receive vast amounts of patient medical data. “Health has been an area that has continued to develop over the last decade, and 4G networks have really allowed these hospitals to get substantial data rates on the network. 5G, though, will take it to another level,” said Shah. With 5G's massive Internet of Medical Things (IoMT), millions of low-energy, low-bit rate connected medical and health monitoring devices, clinical wearables and remote sensors will eventually enable near real-time monitoring of vital signs, physical activity, and prescription adherence, allowing providers to effectively administer or modify treatment from afar. “It’s important to take an overall look at trends in healthcare. There’s a big push to enable virtual care. Virtual care allows you to be able to better manage patients outside of the hospital. This oftentimes involves the use of sensors and remote patient monitoring devices,” said Dr. Rhew. “But what we’re moving towards is continuous monitoring. And with continuous monitoring, you have an opportunity to see on a regular basis changes in one’s activity, one’s behavior, one’s physiological parameters, and that is going to require a network that is capable enough to be able to pull the data in in large quantities to be able to do rapid analysis. You’re going to need low-latency times. It’s a perfect situation for 5G to really help enhance the capabilities of what we’re currently trying to do.” While many challenges lay ahead with 5G implementation, the future of bandwidth will enable a modernizing transformation in the medical profession, empowering far-reaching capabilities such as virtual reality treatments, remote diagnosis, continuous, real-time health monitoring, patient ownership of medical data, and more, providing a holistic view of a patient’s health from any place, at any time. Networks TechTalk podcast was previously named Recalibrate with Samsung Networks.

How 5G Will Make Virtual Healthcare a Reality, with Dr. David Rhew & Alok Shah

On this episode of Recalibrate with Samsung, Dr. Simon Lok and Reid Estreicher from Samsung Networks joined the conversation to discuss the future of workspaces. The company is currently working on how its core products can work with each other to provide a new experience in a professional environment.  For example, the Samsung DeX can turn a Samsung Note 9 into a personal computer.   “By plugging my Samsung Note 9 into DeX, and users can have a desktop experience. Use the mobile device as a mouse and keyboard or use a Bluetooth keyboard. So, the question and challenge from Reid was, what can be done with this?’,” Lok said.  The company is focused on the possibility of a truly portable workspace for the individual.  “The DeX is highly usable in an environment where a user can take the phone to any screen like an office,” Estreicher noted. “But what about the individual user who needs a more portable workspace?”  Lok is excited about this possibility, and he added one more tool to the scenario—a pocket projector.   “With the smartphone, pocket projector, and DeX, I have everything literally in my pocket to create a workspace. So, I did on an airplane. With the pocket projector, I was able to project about a 40” screen. So, of course, there was interest,” he said.  Staying with the environment on the plane, security is a concern.   “There were also infrastructure devices that could be infiltrated like the in-flight entertainment. The ultimate answer a true secure portable workspace is a private network for all,” Estreicher offered.  This concern is not limited to transportation though. It will affect infrastructure in general in any industry.   “Most networks haven’t been ‘architected’ well, meaning they were built ad hoc. Nobody’s going back to enhance or strengthen it. It becomes too cost prohibitive, and most people don’t want to be the person to wave their hand. There’s such a leap frog that needs to happen in some many networks for them to be efficient, secure, and fast,” Lok said.Networks TechTalk podcast was previously named Recalibrate with Samsung Networks.

On this episode of Recalibrate with Samsung, Dr. Simon Lok and Reid Estreicher from Samsung Networks joined the conversation to discuss the future of workspaces. The company is currently working on how its core products can work with each other to provide a new experience in a professional environment. For example, the Samsung DeX can turn a Samsung Note 9 into a personal computer. “By plugging my Samsung Note 9 into DeX, and users can have a desktop experience. Use the mobile device as a mouse and keyboard or use a Bluetooth keyboard. So, the question and challenge from Reid was, what can be done with this?’,” Lok said. The company is focused on the possibility of a truly portable workspace for the individual. “The DeX is highly usable in an environment where a user can take the phone to any screen like an office,” Estreicher noted. “But what about the individual user who needs a more portable workspace?” Lok is excited about this possibility, and he added one more tool to the scenario—a pocket projector. “With the smartphone, pocket projector, and DeX, I have everything literally in my pocket to create a workspace. So, I did on an airplane. With the pocket projector, I was able to project about a 40” screen. So, of course, there was interest,” he said. Staying with the environment on the plane, security is a concern. “There were also infrastructure devices that could be infiltrated like the in-flight entertainment. The ultimate answer a true secure portable workspace is a private network for all,” Estreicher offered. This concern is not limited to transportation though. It will affect infrastructure in general in any industry. “Most networks haven’t been ‘architected’ well, meaning they were built ad hoc. Nobody’s going back to enhance or strengthen it. It becomes too cost prohibitive, and most people don’t want to be the person to wave their hand. There’s such a leap frog that needs to happen in some many networks for them to be efficient, secure, and fast,” Lok said. Networks TechTalk podcast was previously named Recalibrate with Samsung Networks.

What Would You Do With a Workspace in Your Pocket? with Simon Lok & Reid Estreicher

Derek Johnston

On the latest episode of Recalibrate, host Jason Claybrook, Samsung Networks' Derek Johnston and Samsung B2B Mobile Marketing's Reid Estreicher delved into the advancement of networking with the arrival of 5G connectivity and other forward progress in the telecommunications industry. In order to better understand these trends, it’s important to differentiate between them, specifically between private and public networks. The latter relies on publicly auctioned spectrum by regulatory bodies for services provided by Mobile Network Operators. The former has traditionally relied on technologies such as Wi-Fi, LMR (LAN Mobile Radio) and DAS (Distributed Antenna Systems) to provide wireless services to private enterprises. With the emergence of On-Go™ leveraging the CBRS band in the United States over shared spectrum, new possibilities are emerging to solve for limitations of previous technologies. Coupled with the launch of 5G services, enterprises and government industries in all verticals will have flexibility in how they advance their networks to create efficiencies within their organizations.Networks TechTalk podcast was previously named Recalibrate with Samsung Networks.

On the latest episode of Recalibrate, host Jason Claybrook, <a href="https://samsung-networks.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Samsung Networks</a>' <a href="https://marketscale.com/industries/contributors/derek-johnston/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Derek Johnston</a> and <a href="https://www.samsung.com/us/business/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Samsung B2B Mobile Marketing's</a> <a href="https://marketscale.com/industries/contributors/reid-estreicher/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reid Estreicher</a> delved into the advancement of networking with the arrival of 5G connectivity and other forward progress in the telecommunications industry. In order to better understand these trends, it’s important to differentiate between them, specifically between private and public networks. The latter relies on publicly auctioned spectrum by regulatory bodies for services provided by Mobile Network Operators. The former has traditionally relied on technologies such as Wi-Fi, LMR (LAN Mobile Radio) and DAS (Distributed Antenna Systems) to provide wireless services to private enterprises. With the emergence of <a href="https://www.cbrsalliance.org/why-ongo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On-Go™</a> leveraging the CBRS band in the United States over shared spectrum, new possibilities are emerging to solve for limitations of previous technologies. Coupled with the launch of 5G services, enterprises and government industries in all verticals will have flexibility in how they advance their networks to create efficiencies within their organizations. Networks TechTalk podcast was previously named Recalibrate with Samsung Networks.

Private Networks vs. Public Networks and Why it Matters with Derek Johnston & Reid Estreicher

Kieth Fuentes

Reid Estreitcher

Mark Irwins

The business-led digital transformation transcending industries is here. With it come new security conversations around a more connected business world. What’s the biggest risk when it comes to networking? The experts say Wi-Fi.  Continuing their conversation on digital transformation, the risks and future security measures in networking, host Jason Claybrook re-welcomes Keith Fuentes and Mark Irwin with Samsung Knox, and Reid Estreicher with Samsung B2B Marketing.  So, why is Wi-Fi the risk? “Without encryption on the device, public Wi-Fi can give others access to your data very easily," Fuentes said.  The key is to control the endpoints with added layers of security to prevent cyber criminals and hackers from accessing sensitive information. With public networks, this can get tricky. Samsung believes they have an answer.  "The answer is really micro-segmenting Wi-Fi networks. It’s about creating L2/L3 domains to enable a ‘private’ part of the public Wi-Fi," Irwin said.  Another issue with public Wi-Fi is the threat of compromised devices joining the network. Samsung believes to have a solution for that as well.  “If you can prevent that device that’s been breached or hacked from coming onto the public Wi-Fi, you have another layer of security," Estreicher said.  This new technology has the possibility of making public networks at least somewhat safer. But what else is on the horizon? Much of the buzz in the industry over Wi-Fi and security revolves around 5G. As 5G has become more powerful and approached standardization, so has its security.  Security is going to be much stronger for 5G networks, but the rise of 5G doesn’t mean the end of 4G. “One thing people don’t talk about is that when 4G hit, 3G got faster. The same is true of 5G and 4G. Plus, 4G continues to evolve on its own,” Irwin said.Networks TechTalk podcast was previously named Recalibrate with Samsung Networks.

The business-led digital transformation transcending industries is here. With it come new security conversations around a more connected business world. What’s the biggest risk when it comes to networking? The experts say Wi-Fi. Continuing their conversation on digital transformation, the risks and future security measures in networking, host <a href="https://marketscale.com/industries/contributors/jason-claybrook/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jason Claybrook</a> re-welcomes <a href="https://marketscale.com/industries/contributors/keith-fuentes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Keith Fuentes</a> and Mark Irwin with <a href="https://www.samsungknox.com/en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Samsung Knox</a>, and <a href="https://marketscale.com/industries/contributors/reid-estreicher/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reid Estreicher</a> with Samsung B2B Marketing. So, why is Wi-Fi the risk? “Without encryption on the device, public Wi-Fi can give others access to your data very easily," Fuentes said. The key is to control the endpoints with added layers of security to prevent cyber criminals and hackers from accessing sensitive information. With public networks, this can get tricky. Samsung believes they have an answer. "The answer is really micro-segmenting Wi-Fi networks. It’s about creating L2/L3 domains to enable a ‘private’ part of the public Wi-Fi," Irwin said. Another issue with public Wi-Fi is the threat of compromised devices joining the network. Samsung believes to have a solution for that as well. “If you can prevent that device that’s been breached or hacked from coming onto the public Wi-Fi, you have another layer of security," Estreicher said. This new technology has the possibility of making public networks at least somewhat safer. But what else is on the horizon? Much of the buzz in the industry over Wi-Fi and security revolves around 5G. As 5G has become more powerful and approached standardization, so has its security. Security is going to be much stronger for 5G networks, but the rise of 5G doesn’t mean the end of 4G. “One thing people don’t talk about is that when 4G hit, 3G got faster. The same is true of 5G and 4G. Plus, 4G continues to evolve on its own,” Irwin said. Networks TechTalk podcast was previously named Recalibrate with Samsung Networks.

Where Does Digital Transformation Fit into Your Industry? Part Two, with Kieth Fuentes, Reid Estreitcher and Mark Irwins

Keith Fuentes

On this episode of Recalibrate by Samsung Networks, host Jason Claybrook sat down with the Samsung Knox team of Keith Fuentes, Reid Estreicher, and Yasir Aziz to discuss security, 5G's future for companies, and which industries should benefit the most. For many, 5G is still a mysterious force whose true potential and impact is yet to be solidified. To Fuentes, this is uncannily similar to Game of Thrones. “When technology changes and something is introduced that is foreign to the market, you have to adapt,” he said. “So [in Game of Thrones], if you look at the dragons, you can get all freaked out, but I think that’s the same thing when you look at technology with 5G. It’s going to introduce something that some people thought could never happen, shouldn’t happen, or doesn’t exist. But when it does exist, those who harness it are going to succeed, and those that don’t will probably vanquish.” The team discussed how mobile security evolved from laptops, the security of personally identifying data, and the fascinating landscape of connected health monitors such as wearable heart rate monitors. Claybrook led the discussion about common security myths, including what products can and cannot do in terms of securing data, ensuring productivity, or operating autonomously. Finally, the team dove into trucking company pain points that can be solved with 5G technology and enabled devices, and the four describe what a truck driver’s job could look like with this level of connectivity.Networks TechTalk podcast was previously named Recalibrate with Samsung Networks.

On this episode of Recalibrate by <a href="https://samsung-networks.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Samsung Networks</a>, host <a href="https://marketscale.com/industries/contributors/jason-claybrook/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jason Claybrook</a> sat down with the Samsung Knox team of <a href="https://marketscale.com/industries/contributors/keith-fuentes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Keith Fuentes</a>, <a href="https://marketscale.com/industries/contributors/reid-estreicher/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reid Estreicher</a>, and <a href="https://marketscale.com/industries/contributors/yasir-aziz/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Yasir Aziz</a> to discuss security, 5G's future for companies, and which industries should benefit the most. For many, 5G is still a mysterious force whose true potential and impact is yet to be solidified. To Fuentes, this is uncannily similar to Game of Thrones. “When technology changes and something is introduced that is foreign to the market, you have to adapt,” he said. “So [in Game of Thrones], if you look at the dragons, you can get all freaked out, but I think that’s the same thing when you look at technology with 5G. It’s going to introduce something that some people thought could never happen, shouldn’t happen, or doesn’t exist. But when it does exist, those who harness it are going to succeed, and those that don’t will probably vanquish.” The team discussed how mobile security evolved from laptops, the security of personally identifying data, and the fascinating landscape of connected health monitors such as wearable heart rate monitors. Claybrook led the discussion about common security myths, including what products can and cannot do in terms of securing data, ensuring productivity, or operating autonomously. Finally, the team dove into trucking company pain points that can be solved with 5G technology and enabled devices, and the four describe what a truck driver’s job could look like with this level of connectivity. Networks TechTalk podcast was previously named Recalibrate with Samsung Networks.

What 5G and Security Have in Common with Dragons, with Keith Fuentes, Reid Estreicher & Yasir Aziz

Shawn Ambrose

Denis McInerny

Online gaming is a force to be reckoned with. In 2018, the gaming industry alone brought in $139 billion in revenue—more than the film industry, music streaming services, NFL, NBA, MLB, and NHL...combined. Major sports leagues have reason to shake in their boots, but there’s one sport that is joining forces with the gaming world to great result—racing.   On this episode of Recalibrate, a Samsung podcast, we dove into the world of E-sports and online simulated racing with Sean Ambrose— commentator for The Global SimRacing Channel, a YouTube broadcaster for the online SimRacing platform iRacing, as well as Denis McInerny, MarketScale creative producer. Simulated car races have been around since the ’90s, but with recent improvements in streaming software and high-speed connections, real-time racing has (pun-intended) taken off.  Ambrose described iRacing as “full immersion, simulated motorsports.” This means it reflects the likes of Nascar, Formula 1, and other high-profile global races. With a simple $200 at-home wheel-and-pedal setup and a modern computer, anyone can join in these high-intensity, high-profile races.  The Global Sim Racing Channel (GSRC), broadcasts the races and plans the events from the ground up. From scheduling commentators, writing scripts, preparing graphics, and composing scoring, GSRC handles the step-by-step process to getting a simulated race to viewers and racers around the world.  iRacing is for everyone, “Anywhere from 8 years old up to 68 years old,” Ambrose said. And the bridge between real-world racing and simulated racing is slimmer than you might think. Famous and successful racing drivers like Dale Earnheart Jr frequent iRacing. Competitors that meet on the platform often form in-person racing partnerships off-screen.  Ambrose predicted “E-sports being a 2.5 billion market in 2023,” giving reason to believe that the race to democratize high-speed streaming simulated sports has just begun.Networks TechTalk podcast was previously named Recalibrate with Samsung Networks.

Online gaming is a force to be reckoned with. In 2018, the gaming industry alone brought in $139 billion in revenue—more than the film industry, music streaming services, NFL, NBA, MLB, and NHL...combined. Major sports leagues have reason to shake in their boots, but there’s one sport that is joining forces with the gaming world to great result—racing. On this episode of Recalibrate, a Samsung podcast, we dove into the world of E-sports and online simulated racing with Sean Ambrose— commentator for The Global SimRacing Channel, a YouTube broadcaster for the online SimRacing platform iRacing, as well as Denis McInerny, MarketScale creative producer. Simulated car races have been around since the ’90s, but with recent improvements in streaming software and high-speed connections, real-time racing has (pun-intended) taken off. Ambrose described iRacing as “full immersion, simulated motorsports.” This means it reflects the likes of Nascar, Formula 1, and other high-profile global races. With a simple $200 at-home wheel-and-pedal setup and a modern computer, anyone can join in these high-intensity, high-profile races. The Global Sim Racing Channel (GSRC), broadcasts the races and plans the events from the ground up. From scheduling commentators, writing scripts, preparing graphics, and composing scoring, GSRC handles the step-by-step process to getting a simulated race to viewers and racers around the world. iRacing is for everyone, “Anywhere from 8 years old up to 68 years old,” Ambrose said. And the bridge between real-world racing and simulated racing is slimmer than you might think. Famous and successful racing drivers like Dale Earnheart Jr frequent iRacing. Competitors that meet on the platform often form in-person racing partnerships off-screen. Ambrose predicted “E-sports being a 2.5 billion market in 2023,” giving reason to believe that the race to democratize high-speed streaming simulated sports has just begun. Networks TechTalk podcast was previously named Recalibrate with Samsung Networks.

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Mark Irwin

Digital transformation can mean a lot of different things to different industries, from medical devices to sophisticated retail consumer data. With that being said, a lot has changed in the last 10 years. What about the next 10 years? Today's episode of Recalibrate brings on a panel of thought leaders from across Samsung to give unique perspectives on the impact of a worldwide digital transformation on business.  Host Jason Claybrook welcomes guests Keith Fuentes, Mark Irwin, and Reid Estreicher, who all shared that in the past, implementing new technology often ended up in a lot of trials and testing but rarely led to action; something they called “pilot purgatory.” Now things have completely changed. Harnessing digital transformations and implementing technology is now a must for any company to own the market. “Companies now have the mindset of being technology first, and [they] also happen to be in the healthcare, retail, restaurant, or other industries," Irwin said.  So, how should companies approach a digital transformation that's right for them? In the world of restaurants, it’s all about efficiency.  “We had a restaurant brand that said they wanted to digitally transform. So, we asked them what the most profitable thing they sold, and they said desserts," Estreicher said. The problem was that this restaurant wasn't selling many desserts because entrees weren’t getting to tables fast enough, and dinners were filling up. The solution? Wearables for wait staff.   “They implemented wearables for the wait staff that notified them when food was ready. It got to the table faster, and diners then had room for dessert. Dessert orders and sales went up," Estreicher said.  Now, that’s not the only opportunities restaurants have. They could take a step further with wearables and integrate those into other operations, marketing and service workflows. “It’s not enough for restaurants to sell food in the restaurant. With connectivity and sharing data securely, ecosystems exist now that weren’t available before," Irwin said.  “The same principles apply to retail and pulling more personalized data in-store. They are great at doing this online, but there are possibilities in-store as well. Being able to pull data from someone’s phone to identify them and their preferences is game changing," Fuentes said.Networks TechTalk podcast was previously named Recalibrate with Samsung Networks.

Digital transformation can mean a lot of different things to different industries, from medical devices to sophisticated retail consumer data. With that being said, a lot has changed in the last 10 years. What about the next 10 years? Today's episode of Recalibrate brings on a panel of thought leaders from across Samsung to give unique perspectives on the impact of a worldwide digital transformation on business. Host Jason Claybrook welcomes guests Keith Fuentes, Mark Irwin, and Reid Estreicher, who all shared that in the past, implementing new technology often ended up in a lot of trials and testing but rarely led to action; something they called “pilot purgatory.” Now things have completely changed. Harnessing digital transformations and implementing technology is now a must for any company to own the market. “Companies now have the mindset of being technology first, and [they] also happen to be in the healthcare, retail, restaurant, or other industries," Irwin said. So, how should companies approach a digital transformation that's right for them? In the world of restaurants, it’s all about efficiency. “We had a restaurant brand that said they wanted to digitally transform. So, we asked them what the most profitable thing they sold, and they said desserts," Estreicher said. The problem was that this restaurant wasn't selling many desserts because entrees weren’t getting to tables fast enough, and dinners were filling up. The solution? Wearables for wait staff. “They implemented wearables for the wait staff that notified them when food was ready. It got to the table faster, and diners then had room for dessert. Dessert orders and sales went up," Estreicher said. Now, that’s not the only opportunities restaurants have. They could take a step further with wearables and integrate those into other operations, marketing and service workflows. “It’s not enough for restaurants to sell food in the restaurant. With connectivity and sharing data securely, ecosystems exist now that weren’t available before," Irwin said. “The same principles apply to retail and pulling more personalized data in-store. They are great at doing this online, but there are possibilities in-store as well. Being able to pull data from someone’s phone to identify them and their preferences is game changing," Fuentes said. Networks TechTalk podcast was previously named Recalibrate with Samsung Networks.

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