SafeNet, Oceus team on 4G LTE security
SafeNet Inc., of Belcamp, a provider of Internet security technology, has teamed with Oceus Networks Inc., a Reston, Va.-based broadband provider, to jointly secure the U.S. Defense Department's operational deployment of Fourth Generation Long-Term Evolution (4G LTE) for field operations.
Sprint fires up new wireless data network
NEW YORK — Sprint Nextel Corp. said Monday that it has turned on its new wireless data network, providing a much-needed boost to the carrier, whose data speeds lag those of its largest competitors. Sprint fired up the fourth-generation, or 4G, network in Atlanta, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, San Antonio and some smaller surrounding cities […]
New iPad expected with faster chip, sharper screen
NEW YORK — Apple is holding an event Wednesday in San Francisco, and has hinted that it will reveal a new iPad model. Rumors speak of an updated tablet with a speedier processor, a sharper screen and an option for faster wireless broadband access. If last year’s launch of the iPad 2 is any guide, […]
Verizon launches wireless broadband for homes
NEW YORK — Verizon Wireless on Tuesday announced a version of its wireless broadband service that’s designed for use in rural and remote homes that can’t get DSL or cable. The service, called HomeFusion, could also appeal to some households where DSL is the only fixed-line option, since it’s faster than most DSL services. HomeFusion […]
T-Mobile USA to make data network work with iPhone
NEW YORK (AP) — T-Mobile USA on Thursday said it will revamp its wireless data network this year, with the side effect of making it compatible with iPhones and some other smartphones sold by competing carriers. T-Mobile is the smallest of the four nationwide carriers and the only one that doesn’t sell the iPhone. But […]