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I'm disappointed that they don't support LTE Band 48. Band 48 (CBRS) provides a relatively easy way to run your own LTE network for testing or whatever. Commer
by jauer 6y ago
I'm disappointed that they don't support LTE Band 48.
Band 48 (CBRS) provides a relatively easy way to run your own LTE network for testing or whatever.
Commercial eNBs are sub $1k, and you can spin up an open source EPC in an evening, config your own SIM cards, etc.
- swiley 6y agoAre you saying it's ok to run base stations in that band without a license? A quick search isn't showing me much.
- int_19h 6y agoCBRS is a 3.5 GHz band that's specifically designated for shared use. Priority licensing is available, but in places where there are no licensees or other priority users for a particular channel, it is available for general use on a first-come-first-serve basis, with explicit reservation (over the internet). This does not require a license for the operator.
- e12e 6y agoDo regular phones (android, iPhone) typically support this band?
- jauer 6y agoIt depends. Off the top of my head, major devices that support it include: iPhones & iPads since late 2019, Google Pixel 3 & 4, Samsung Galaxy S10.
- jauer 6y agobut you do need the certified installer flag/license, which ISTR is $700 on Coursera and access to a SAS to check out spectrum (like checking out a book from library). Harder than setting up a WiFi AP, but much easier than winning spectrum at auction and less work than getting a traditional cellco eNB running (IMO). The Ruckus and Airspan eNBs I have feel pretty similar to a enterprise-class WiFi AP (Aruba/Cisco).