Apple Awarded License to Test 5G Wireless

[Maura]

According to the original story in DSLReports, Apple submitted its application to the FCC for an experimental license to test wireless technology on millimeter wave spectrum bands back in May.

Here’s a quote from Apple’s application:
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Apple Inc. seeks to assess cellular link performance in direct path and multipath environments between base station transmitters and receivers using this spectrum. These assessments will provide engineering data relevant to the operation of devices on wireless carriers’ future 5G networks.”

Apple plans to transmit from two fixed points at locations in Cupertino, California, and nearby Milpitas for a period of up to 12 months. Apple is in illustrious company in carrying out such tests, with the likes of Google, Facebook, and carriers such as AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, and T-Mobile, all testing 5G networks.

Image: How fast is 5G?

Source: Apple Granted License to Test Next-Generation 5G Wireless Technology