Ericsson Radio Systems

Appalachian Wireless, an East Kentucky Network company, selects Ericsson 5G

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Monday, October 16, 2023

Ericsson will upgrade cell sites with new radios and RAN equipment, with the majority of work completed in 2024

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  • Ericsson will upgrade cell sites with new radios and RAN equipment, with the majority of work completed in 2024
    PLANO, Texas, Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) announced today that Appalachian Wireless, an East Kentucky Network (EKN) company, has chosen Ericsson for a multi-year Radio Access Network (RAN) modernization project to bring world-class 5G technologies to underserved communities in Appalachia.
  • Appalachian Wireless aims to be the first regional carrier to implement 5G standalone (SA) to bridge the digital divide in rural America.
  • In September 2022 , Appalachian Wireless, selected Ericsson to modernize its network with 5G capabilities.
  • Under the agreement, Ericsson undertook to modernize Appalachian Wireless' network with its cloud-native dual-mode 5G Core solution to support 5G SA rollout.

Ericsson partners with Jio to build India's first 5G Standalone network to achieve India's digital leadership

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Monday, October 17, 2022

This is the first partnership between Jio and Ericsson for radio access network deployment in the country.

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  • This is the first partnership between Jio and Ericsson for radio access network deployment in the country.
  • Announcing the partnership, Akash Ambani, Chairman, Reliance Jio, says: "We are delighted to partner with Ericsson for Jio's 5G SA rollout.
  • Jio's Standalone 5G network deployment represents a major technology leap since it modernizes the network infrastructure to deliver a truly transformative 5G experience to consumers and enterprises.
  • Ericsson's energy-efficient 5G Radio Access Network (RAN) products and solutions (from the Ericsson Radio System portfolio) and E-band microwave mobile transport solutions will be deployed in the 5G network for Jio.

Ericsson partners with Jio to build India's first 5G Standalone network to achieve India's digital leadership

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Monday, October 17, 2022

This is the first partnership between Jio and Ericsson for radio access network deployment in the country.

Key Points: 
  • This is the first partnership between Jio and Ericsson for radio access network deployment in the country.
  • Announcing the partnership, Akash Ambani, Chairman, Reliance Jio, says: "We are delighted to partner with Ericsson for Jio's 5G SA rollout.
  • Jio's Standalone 5G network deployment represents a major technology leap since it modernizes the network infrastructure to deliver a truly transformative 5G experience to consumers and enterprises.
  • Ericsson's energy-efficient 5G Radio Access Network (RAN) products and solutions (from the Ericsson Radio System portfolio) and E-band microwave mobile transport solutions will be deployed in the 5G network for Jio.

Sagebrush Cellular selects Ericsson to modernize its network with 5G capabilities

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Tuesday, October 4, 2022

The solution will include the Ericsson Radio System, industry-leading Cloud Core, and IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) with a 5G-capable RAN across 115 sites in Montana and North Dakota

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  • The solution will include the Ericsson Radio System, industry-leading Cloud Core, and IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) with a 5G-capable RAN across 115 sites in Montana and North Dakota
    PLANO, Texas, Oct. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sagebrush Cellular, an affiliate of Nemont Telephone Cooperative, announced today that it will partner with Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) to modernize its network with 5G capabilities.
  • "We look forward to partnering with Ericsson to add cutting-edge equipment and technologies to our network equipment roster as we prepare to deploy 5G."
  • "Ericsson is committed to supporting communication service providers with the most robust and high-performing network solutions.
  • Ericsson is slated to provide tower services and upgrade all existing RAN and core equipment.

Oklahoma-based Pine Cellular selects Ericsson to future-proof network

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Wednesday, September 28, 2022

With this modernization, Pine Cellular will be able to offer upgraded mobility and broadband services, resulting in an improved user experience for their subscribers.

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  • With this modernization, Pine Cellular will be able to offer upgraded mobility and broadband services, resulting in an improved user experience for their subscribers.
  • "The key to our success has been our local commitment and desire to improve the communities we serve," said Jerry Whisenhunt, General Manager of Pine Cellular.
  • Headquartered in Broken Bow, Okla., Pine Cellular is part of the Pine family of companies which started offering telephone service in 1911 and has grown to provide Cellular, IPTV, and Fiber to the Home.
  • Under the agreement, Ericsson will modernize the existing core, radio access network (RAN), microwave and router equipment across more than 140 sites in Pine Cellular's network.

Bluesky selects Ericsson to modernize their network in American Samoa

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Monday, September 26, 2022

Ericsson will upgrade the existing core network, radios and other equipment

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  • Ericsson will upgrade the existing core network, radios and other equipment
    PLANO, Texas, Sept. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) announced today that it will partner with Bluesky, a telecommunications and network service provider in the United States Territory of American Samoa, to provide equipment and services to modernize their network in the region.
  • "Our top priority is providing high-speed connectivity for our customers," said Justin Tuiasosopo CEO at Bluesky.
  • The modernization is an important milestone, as Bluesky will be able to offer 5G capabilities resulting in enhanced mobile broadband and improved user experiences.
  • "We're thrilled to partner with Bluesky as the company looks to modernize its network and bring high-quality connectivity to the America Samoa community," said Eric Boudriau, Vice President and Head of Customer Unit Regional Carriers, Ericsson North America.

Ericsson Imagine Live North America Tour to offer innovative mobile customer experience

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Thursday, August 25, 2022

The Ericsson mobile experience will travel across North America through early 2023, from Eastern Canada to the West Coast of the United States.

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  • The Ericsson mobile experience will travel across North America through early 2023, from Eastern Canada to the West Coast of the United States.
  • As the leading provider of 5G network equipment in the U.S., Ericsson has created an innovative mobile customer experience that will offer opportunities for collaboration, learning and thought leadership.
  • The Imagine Live mobile experience has been designed by Cactex Media, a woman-owned business, and is sustainable and COVID-compliant.
  • As the tour will travel to offices and communities throughout North America, users will not create a carbon footprint by attending.

UScellular selects Ericsson for C-band deployment

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Wednesday, May 25, 2022

The deal includes the deployment of UScellular's recently acquired C-band and 3.45GHz spectrum, opening up the opportunity for enhanced Fixed Wireless Access (FWA).

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  • The deal includes the deployment of UScellular's recently acquired C-band and 3.45GHz spectrum, opening up the opportunity for enhanced Fixed Wireless Access (FWA).
  • "Ericsson has a valued, long-standing relationship with UScellular, and we share their commitment to providing a resilient and sustainable network through the use of industry-leading innovations, ultimately elevating the customer experience."
  • This adds to UScellular's existing deployment of Ericsson RAN technologies, including low-band and millimeter wave 5G (mmWave) equipment with mmWave extended range functionality and services to support consumer, residential and enterprise 5G use cases.
  • UScellular expects to activate this mid-band spectrum for customer use by the end of 2023.

Radio Systems Names Rob Candelino as New Chief Executive Officer

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Monday, April 11, 2022

KNOXVILLE, Tenn., April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Radio Systems Corporation, a leading innovator in the companion pet health and safety market, today announced that Rob Candelino has been named its new Chief Executive Officer, effective May 16, 2022.

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  • Candelino will Succeed Willie Wallace, Who Has Retired
    KNOXVILLE, Tenn., April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Radio Systems Corporation, a leading innovator in the companion pet health and safety market, today announced that Rob Candelino has been named its new Chief Executive Officer, effective May 16, 2022.
  • Radio Systems currently holds a broad patent portfolio and operates under market-leading and innovative consumer brands, including PetSafe, SportDOG, Invisible Fence, Kurgo, and Premier Pet.
  • Mr. Candelino will succeed Willie Wallace, who has retired after 27 years at Radio Systems, the last seven years of which he has served as the company's CEO.
  • "I also join my colleagues on the Board and throughout Radio Systems in thanking Willie for his years of service to Radio Systems," continued Mr. Compton.

Illinois Electric Cooperative selects Ericsson, XtremeLTE to connect underserved rural communities

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Tuesday, April 5, 2022

Through XtremeLTE, Ericsson is helping both unserved and underserved broadband market providers modernize their networks to connect businesses and communities, including the ability to upgrade to 5G RAN equipment in the future

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  • Through XtremeLTE, Ericsson is helping both unserved and underserved broadband market providers modernize their networks to connect businesses and communities, including the ability to upgrade to 5G RAN equipment in the future
    PLANO, Texas, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Illinois Electric Cooperative (IEC), an Illinois-based electric service provider, has selected Ericsson, through its strategic partnership with XtremeLTE, to modernize networks in rural Pike County, Illinois.
  • "Illinois Electric Cooperative is taking a major step towards expanding connectivity and broadband services in areas where they are unavailable," said Matt Haverfield, Network Operations Manager for Illinois Electric Cooperative.
  • XtremeLTE is proud and excited to support IEC with their CAF II Fixed Wireless network project in rural Illinois.
  • This rapid deployment solution helps our rural communities support the demand for high-speed Internet today."