Ofcom Proceed with Proposal to Share Upper 6GHz Band for UK Mobile and WiFi

UK regulator outlines upper 6GHz proposal

Ofcom issued a proposal to share the upper 6GHz spectrum band between mobile and Wi-Fi services, with a consultation on the plan open until 20 March. The regulator explained its approach would divide the band, with Wi-Fi services prioritised in one part and mobile the other. It noted clear technological conditions and controls would be attached. It described its proposal as pioneering, highlighting the two service types traditionally had to use …

Ofcom maps out split-priority approach for upper 6 GHz band

The 6 GHz spectrum sharing proposal outlines a Wi-Fi-first, mobile-later approach In sum – what to know: Wi-Fi first, mobile later – The split-priority approach gives Wi-Fi early and broader access to the upper 6 GHz band — under AFC control — while reserving spectrum for mobile services to be introduced later in high-demand urban […]

Ofcom spectrum boost for UK connectivity

Ofcom has proposed the next steps in plans that would see mobile masts and Wi-Fi routers in different locations, for the first time, be able to use parts of the same frequency band to transmit their signals, unlocking significant benefits for households, businesses and the wider UK economy. Historically, mobile and Wi-Fi services have had […]