I’m Business columnist David Lazarus, with a look today at wireless spectrum. What we’re really looking at today is why your Apple or Android phone may soon get a whole lot faster. The Federal Communications Commission last week approved commercial use of wireless spectrum until now reserved primarily for the U.S. Navy — a move that’s been in the works for years. “The FCC has made it a priority to free up mid-band spectrum for advanced wireless services like 5G,” FCC Chairman Ajit Pai said in a statement. Wireless companies likely will experiment with the new capabilities before inflicting price hikes on customers.

Source: Los Angeles Times February 03, 2020 06:45 UTC