I’m a Law Enforcement First Responder. Why do I need FirstNet?
By Karl Wilmes, Chief (ret) I remember as a newly promoted Sergeant meeting with my shift of officers outside in the parking lot of a bar fight. The incident was…
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FirstNet Provides a Lifeline for Utility Operators
By Michael Varney, Director of Stakeholder Collaboration, First Responder Network Authority Natural disasters and other incidents, large or small, magnify the importance of secure, reliable communications. Network congestion, infrastructure damage,…
AT&T clarifies that Microsoft 5G cloud deal does not impact FirstNet service, security
AT&T created a stir in the telecom community by announcing plans to migrate its 5G mobile network to the Microsoft Azure cloud, but the carrier giant clarified that the move…
Untethered LTE drones demonstrate extended flight times in PSCR challenge
Untethered drones carrying a payload heavy enough to deliver LTE connectivity have demonstrated flight times approaching two hours, which would make their usage much more practical in key first-responder scenarios,…
Sonim Announces Two Awards from a Leading US Carrier for Next-Generation Rugged Phones
Products to be introduced in 2022 build on company’s legacy of ultra-rugged phones for mission critical communications AUSTIN, Texas, June 29, 2021 — Sonim Technologies (Nasdaq: SONM) today announced that the company has secured…
FirstNet Uplift Request Tool Provides Support During Extreme Network Congestion
By Randy Kerr, Situational Awareness Roadmap Domain Lead, First Responder Network Authority As the only nationwide broadband network dedicated to public safety, FirstNet gives first responders access to unique features…
FirstNet Fleet of Dedicated Deployable Network Assets Expands to Aid Public Safety’s Emergency Response
100+ Portable Assets – Including New Communications Vehicles and Micro SatCOLTs – Support First Responders During 2021 Wildfire and Hurricane Seasons DALLAS, June 24, 2021 What’s the news? FirstNet®, Built with…
Investing in the Future of FirstNet: Expanding Our Deployable Fleet for Public Safety
Edward Parkinson, CEO, FirstNet Authority As we planned for the FirstNet network, the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet Authority) worked together with the public safety community to understand their critical…
Explore Innovation in Public Safety Communications with the FirstNet Authority at PSCR 2021
Every year, the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s Public Safety Communications Research(link is external) (PSCR) Division’s annual Stakeholder Meeting brings together researchers, industry leaders, and public safety professionals to discuss the…
Telit LTE-M Modules Certified for Use on FirstNet®, Built with AT&T
Telit now has nine modules and data cards certified for use on FirstNet Jun 09, 2021, 09:00 ET LONDON, – Telit, a global enabler of the Internet of Things (IoT), today announced…
Nurses to be Celebrated in Multi-Network Special
“We are fortunate to have FirstNet be a part of the “American Nurse Heroes” campaign “We are honored to be a part of a campaign that celebrates the courage, commitment,…
ThirdEye Now Available on FirstNet® Delivering Reliable Communications Capabilities for First Responders
Recently launched AR RespondEye Software Approved for use on FirstNet June 08, 2021 09:05 ET | Source: ThirdEye Gen PRINCETON, N.J., June 08, 2021 — ThirdEye, a leader in augmented and mixed reality…
AT&T Launches Animal Assisted Therapy for First Responders
‘Man’s Best Friend’ Comes to FirstNet: AT&T Launches Animal Assisted Therapy Initiative to Further Health & Wellness for America’s First Responders DALLAS, June 03, 2021 30+ “ROG the Dog” Therapy…
AT&T on track with FirstNet build, most challenging sites remain
AT&T is about a year ahead of schedule on its FirstNet build but will likely take until 2023 to complete the dedicated public safety network as remaining sites are some…
PSSA APPLAUDS FCC DECISION TO STAY PUBLIC SAFETY 4.9 GHz PROCEEDING.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 1, 2021 LAS VEGAS—The Public Safety Spectrum Alliance (PSSA) would like to thank the Federal Communications Commission for its recent decision to stay its September 30, 2020…