Winnipeg to start testing technology to improve cellular reception, support 5G service


Winnipeg to start testing technology to improve cellular reception, support 5G service

Winnipeg will soon test “small cell” technology to improve cellular reception in parts of Winnipeg, ahead of a possible future transition to 5G service. 

According to a city report, the devices will augment traditional “macro cell” towers that serve existing 4G networks.

The small boxes can be placed at a building or atop a traffic signal or other pole, Doug Hamm, City of Winnipeg manager of connectivity, wrote in the report.

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