Nokia Wi-Fi 7 Solutions to Boost Home Broadband Connectivity
Nokia Corporation NOK has expanded its Wi-Fi 7 device portfolio with the introduction of two new gateways to cater to the growth of high-capacity broadband services across operator networks. With the launch of an entry-level and a mid-tier Beacon, the company aims to deliver ultra-fast network connectivity across the home, making it an ideal solution for streaming, online gaming, video, smart home and security applications.
Based on the indigenous Corteca software that forms the core of all its broadband device products, Nokia's new Beacon 4 and 9 devices boast an end-to-end lifecycle management of applications via the cloud for simple installing, uninstalling and software updates. Embedding applications independently of the operating system, the solutions maximize end-user experience and provide additional revenue opportunities for communications service providers (CSPs) by creating and monetizing better broadband experiences.The dual-band Beacon 4 gateway delivers 3.6 Gbps speed over Wi-Fi, while the tri-band Beacon 9 gateway delivers blazingly fast 9.4 Gbps speed to reduce slowdowns and buffering. Leveraging Corteca, the CSPs can further mitigate potential Wi-Fi issues through automated Wi-Fi optimization capabilities that work in broadband devices and the cloud.
Nokia has made significant progress in its three-phased journey of value creation: Reset, Accelerate and Scale. Its focus on capital allocation and technology leadership is expected to help it grow profitably. Nokia is on track to achieve sustainable, profitable growth and technology leadership by accelerating its product roadmap and cost competitiveness through additional 5G investments. Nokia is well-positioned for the ongoing technology cycle, given the strength of its end-to-end portfolio. The company is driving the transition of global enterprises into smart virtual networks by creating a single network for all services, converging mobile and fixed broadband, IP routing and optical networks with the software and services to manage them. Leveraging state-of-the-art technology, Nokia is transforming the way people and things communicate and connect. These include a seamless transition to 5G technology, ultra-broadband access, IP and Software Defined Networking, cloud applications and the Internet of Things.
Nokia has emerged as one of the leading players in the development of advanced 5G technology and is at the forefront of extending 5G use cases in various industries. It has laid a strong foundation of innovation through substantial infrastructure investments. This has led to the establishment of an impressive portfolio comprising approximately 20,000 patent families, including more than 7,000 patent families that are deemed crucial for 5G technology.The product launch is likely to propel the stock on incremental revenue generation on the back of state-of-the-art product innovations. It is also expected to strengthen Nokia's position as a leading telecommunications equipment provider across the globe. The stock has gained 40% over the past year compared with the industry's growth of 38.9%.
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
Nokia currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.InterDigital, Inc. IDCC carries a Zacks Rank # 2 (Buy) at present. It has a long-term growth expectation of 15%. InterDigital is a pioneer in advanced mobile technologies, enabling wireless communications and capabilities. The company designs and develops a whole range of advanced technology solutions for use in digital cellular as well as wireless 3G, 4G, and IEEE 802-related products and networks. InterDigital delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 160.2%, on average.Juniper Networks Inc. JNPR, currently carrying a Zacks Rank #2, is a leading provider of networking solutions and communication devices. The company develops, designs and sells products that help to build network infrastructure used for services and applications based on single Internet protocol network worldwide. Juniper offers a broad range of routing, switching and security products. Juniper has a long-term earnings growth expectation of 12.4%. Ubiquiti Inc. UI carries a Zacks Rank #2 at present. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of networking products and solutions for service providers and enterprises. Ubiquiti's excellent global business model, which is flexible and adaptable to evolving changes in markets, helps it to beat challenges and maximize growth. The company's effective management of its strong global network of more than 100 distributors and master resellers improved its visibility for future demand and inventory management techniques.
Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report
Nokia Corporation (NOK) : Free Stock Analysis Report
Juniper Networks, Inc. (JNPR) : Free Stock Analysis Report
InterDigital, Inc. (IDCC) : Free Stock Analysis Report
Ubiquiti Inc. (UI) : Free Stock Analysis Report
This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research (zacks.com).
Zacks Investment Research
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
CNET
2 days ago
- CNET
My Week With AT&T Internet Air Left Me Bummed
With all the talk of a possible recession, tariff uncertainty, the high price of eggs and market fluctuations, it can be challenging to part with your money. Once you decide to spend a bit, you want that purchase to be worth it. If it isn't, falling short of what you hoped for can be especially frustrating. When it comes to home internet, I often say that the best broadband connection is one you never notice. With steady buffering and long load times, AT&T's 5G internet offering, AT&T Internet Air, never let me forget that I was using it. Seemingly overnight, we've seen a rise in 5G home internet popularity. One report found that 89% of new broadband subscriptions in the past two years came from just two 5G providers: T-Mobile and Verizon. So when AT&T launched AT&T Internet Air late in 2023, I was excited to see how it compared. I was quickly disappointed. I have as friendly a testing environment as you'll ever find for an internet provider. I live alone in a one-bedroom apartment, and the list of connected devices I own is shockingly short: Just my iPhone SE, Apple TV 4K and a MacBook Pro that I use to work from home. That's not much strain to put on a Wi-Fi network, but even so, AT&T Internet Air couldn't handle it. That's why I have a hard time recommending the service to anyone. AT&T's wireless internet connection consistently delivered download speeds below 10 megabits per second -- a far cry from the 90Mbps to 300Mbps it advertises. That said, wireless internet speeds are more dependent on location than wired options like cable and fiber, so your experience may be much better than mine was. (Subscribers on AT&T's subreddit reported speeds in the 150Mbps to 300Mbps range.) Locating local internet providers There were things I liked about AT&T Internet Air -- namely, the easy setup and useful app -- but that's like saying I like everything about a car except the fact that it can't go above 25 miles an hour. Internet providers have one job -- to deliver a fast, reliable connection -- and on that front, AT&T Internet Air was an unequivocal bust. Read more: My T-Mobile 5G Home Internet Experience: What I love and What I Wish Were Better Joe Supan / CNET Setting up AT&T Internet Air All in all, it only took me 11 minutes to set up AT&T Internet Air. It truly couldn't have been simpler. The box only comes with two items: A gateway device and a power outlet. I followed the instructions in the box, downloaded AT&T's Smart Home Manager app and scanned the QR code on the device. The app suggested that I place the gateway device near a window and facing west if possible. I was able to find a spot that checked both boxes near my desk, where I'd need the strongest internet speeds possible. Once I'd landed on a location, the app ran a quick test and gave me the approval. I was now ready to test out the connection. AT&T Internet Air speed and reliability There's no way around it: AT&T Internet Air's speeds were incredibly disappointing, and the speeds I was getting would be basically unusable for most people. It boils down to the advertised speeds versus the actual speeds you get. After dozens of speed tests throughout the week, AT&T Internet Air averaged a download speed of 5.86Mbps and 9.87Mbps upload in my apartment. The highest download speed I got at any point was 10.63Mbps, while upload speeds peaked at 14.38Mbps. At the same time, my $50 Connect More plan through Xfinity -- advertised as 300Mbps download -- returned average speeds of 321/109Mbps. AT&T Internet Air's latency was also very high, with an average ping rate of 298ms. That's bad news if you plan on doing any online gaming, where 40ms or lower is considered ideal. AT&T says that users typically experience download speeds between 90Mbps and 300Mbps and upload speeds between 8Mbps and 30Mbps. My upload speeds fell within that range but I never came close to 90Mbps download. The highest I got was 14.38Mbps. (I used Ookla for all of my speed tests, which is owned by the same parent company as CNET, Ziff Davis.) Wireless internet like AT&T Internet Air or T-Mobile 5G Home Internet is inherently more erratic than a wired connection like cable or fiber. Because it transmits data wirelessly from a cellular tower, it's more vulnerable to network congestion and weather disruption. That's why router placement is particularly important -- if you don't have a clear line to the nearest tower, your internet connection will suffer. But I did have a clear line. I could find a spot for the router right against a window facing west, just as I was instructed during setup. The problem didn't seem to be the location of my home, either: AT&T's coverage map shows the entire city of Seattle blanketed in 5G Plus speeds, which it describes as its fastest tier. AT&T's coverage map indicates that I should have been able to access AT&T's fastest speed tier. AT&T I tried moving the router to a few different locations over the course of testing but speeds never improved. In fact, it got even slower when I moved it to another room or away from the window. AT&T recommended calling customer support to help determine the best spot for the device based on where the closest cell tower is. Wireless internet providers like AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon all include a caveat in the fine print that says they may temporarily slow your speeds if the network is congested. That might explain my test results if they were all happening at 'internet rush hour' -- the hours between 7 and 11 p.m. when traffic is highest. But I tested AT&T Internet Air at various times throughout the day and never saw much of a difference. How was it using AT&T Internet Air? If anyone can get by with slow internet speeds, it's me. I live alone and I don't do any bandwidth-stressing activities like online gaming and the only devices connected to the internet are my phone, laptop and streaming device. But even with that minimal setup, AT&T Internet Air struggled to pull its weight. Zoom meetings at work were reliably unreliable, to the point where I had to switch back over to my Xfinity connection several times. Working in Google Docs, the connection would routinely drop out, causing me to wait a few seconds before I could continue writing this review. AT&T Internet Air's range was basically limited to the room with the router. When I ran speed tests in my bedroom -- one wall away from the router -- my connection slowed to a mere 1Mbps in download and upload speed. It was a frustrating experience. I found myself switching back over to Xfinity or cellular data on my phone every time I wanted to do something like watch a YouTube video from the group chat or take a FaceTime call. I don't need gig speeds -- I probably don't even really need 100Mbps speeds -- but I do need at least 15Mbps, which is what Netflix recommends for streaming in 4K. Unfortunately, AT&T Internet Air failed to clear even that low bar. How does AT&T Internet Air compare to other 5G internet providers? 5G home internet has taken off in the past few years and AT&T is later to the party than competitors T-Mobile Home Internet and Verizon 5G Home Internet. In general, using 5G technology for home internet has been an unequivocal success. A survey from J.D. Power released last summer found that customer satisfaction is higher for wireless customers than cable or fiber, even though it received lower performance scores. 'A lot of the concerns I had heard about fixed wireless access were that it's just never going to be as fast as fiber,' Carl Lepper, senior director of the technology, media and telecommunications intelligence practice at J.D. Power, told me at the time. 'But for a lot of people, affordability trumps that. And it's not often that you need superfast speeds, depending on how you're using your internet.' 5G home internet often reaches rural households where cable and fiber aren't available and it's a significant step up from the satellite or DSL service that those internet users are typically stuck with. And because 5G providers are cellphone carriers first and foremost, they offer significant savings when you bundle home internet with a cellphone plan. Provider Monthly price Advertised download speeds Advertised upload speeds AT&T Internet Air Read full review $60 ($47 with an eligible AT&T wireless plan) 90-300Mbps 8-30Mbps T-Mobile Home Internet Read full review $50-$70 ($30-$50 with cellphone plan) 87-415Mbps 12-56Mbps Verizon 5G Home Internet Read full review $50-$70 ($35-$55 with qualifying Verizon 5G mobile plans) 300-1,000Mbps 20-75Mbps Show more (0 item) Shop providers at my address Those savings aren't quite as significant with AT&T as they are with T-Mobile and Verizon, but paying $47 a month for home internet is still a solid deal. If you're not bundling with a cellphone plan, AT&T Internet Air is on the expensive side and there's no guarantee that it will make up for it with faster speeds -- as my week with AT&T showed. The final verdict: AT&T Internet Air could still be useful for some After those disappointing results, you might be surprised to learn that I still wouldn't swear off AT&T Internet Air completely. Other customers have clearly gotten faster speeds than I did -- Reddit users regularly report speeds north of 700Mbps -- and there's a chance my apartment is just in a particularly bad location for the service. Unlike T-Mobile 5G Home Internet, AT&T Internet Air does not offer a free trial, so you'll be out at least $60 if you sign up and find out the speeds aren't fast enough. I'd still recommend going with T-Mobile or Verizon first if you want to try out 5G home internet, but AT&T Internet is still worth a shot if you're stuck with limited options. I tried AT&T Internet Air for a week FAQs: What is AT&T Internet Air? AT&T Internet Air is a 5G fixed wireless connection that offers a singular plan. Pricing starts at $60 monthly or $47 if you bundle it with an eligible AT&T wireless plan. In areas where AT&T's faster fiber service is unavailable, this fixed wireless option could be an alternative for some. Is AT&T Internet Air fast? AT&T Internet Air advertises download speeds of 90Mbps to 300Mbps and upload speeds of 8Mbps to 30Mbps. However, after conducting a dozen speed tests at home, my actual speeds were significantly lower than what was advertised. The highest speed I was able to reach for upload was 14.38Mbps, which is on the lower end of that range. With AT&T Internet Air, I only averaged 5.86Mbps download and 9.87Mbps upload. Compared to other 5G providers, Verizon and T-Mobile advertise much faster speeds, topping out at 415Mbps and 1,000Mbps, respectively. However, it's worth noting that even if you get faster speeds at your home with a 5G fixed wireless connection, your speeds can be temporarily slowed down during network congestion. In addition, AT&T's latency is very high, which can be pretty bad if you're a gamer. The average ping rate that I received at home was 298ms. For online gaming, your ping rate should be 50ms or lower.
Business Insider
2 days ago
- Business Insider
EchoStar Stock (SATS) Dives 20% on Missed Payment
EchoStar (SATS) stock dove on Friday after the satellite communication company announced it won't make a $326 million cash interest payment due today. This payment is tied to its 10.75% senior spectrum secured notes due 2029. The company notes this decision is a default on its payment, and it has a 30-day grace period to make the payment. Confident Investing Starts Here: Easily unpack a company's performance with TipRanks' new KPI Data for smart investment decisions Receive undervalued, market resilient stocks right to your inbox with TipRanks' Smart Value Newsletter EchoStar decided not to make the payment due to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) review of its 5G service offerings and September 2024 buildout plan. This could result in the reversal of FCC grants offered to EchoStar. The company said this 'has effectively frozen our ability to make decisions regarding our Boost business.' It expects an FCC decision within the 30-day grace period, which could result in it making that payment in time. SATS stock was down 20.92% on Friday following the missed payment news. The company's shares have also dropped 11.92% year-to-date as of Thursday's close. Is SATS Stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold? Turning to Wall Street, the analysts' consensus rating for EchoStar is Hold, based on one Buy and three Hold ratings over the past three months. With that comes an average SATS stock price target of $26.67, representing a potential 32.23% upside for the shares.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Yahoo
LGI Homes Debuts New CompleteHome™ Plus Section at Star Valley in Tucson, AZ
The Wellton floor plan by LGI Homes at Star Valley TUCSON, Ariz., May 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LGI Homes, Inc. (NASDAQ: LGIH) is proud to announce the grand opening of a brand-new section at Star Valley, a popular neighborhood southwest of Tucson, Arizona. This expansion introduces the CompleteHome™ Plus package by LGI Homes to the Tucson area for the first time. The new section at Star Valley offers 126 homesites and features four brand-new floor plans, starting in the $360s. With the addition of the CompleteHome Plus™ lineup, LGI Homes is now offering an even wider range of homes to meet the needs of Tucson buyers seeking affordability with high-end design and premier finishes. 'We are extremely excited to introduce our CompleteHome Plus™ product in the Tucson market for the first time,' stated Dallas Murphy, Vice President of Operations for Arizona. 'This new section allows us to introduce four brand-new floor plans with elevated features such as 9-foot ceilings, upgraded wood cabinetry, beautiful quartz countertops, and luxury flooring, as well as new modern exterior elevations. It's the perfect combination of value, style and quality our customers are looking for.' New Floor Plans Available at Star Valley: The Bisbee: Single-story charm with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an open-concept layout that maximizes every square foot. The Payson: Spacious and stylish home with a large living area, chef-ready kitchen, and secluded master retreat. The Wellton: Beautiful two-story home featuring a flexible loft space, extra downstairs bedroom, and an expansive layout perfect for growing families. The Somerton: Thoughtfully designed two-story home with an open floor plan, upstairs loft, and a spacious covered patio. Each home is thoughtfully designed with modern finishes and elevated details. The kitchen showcases 42' wood cabinetry with crown molding, quartz countertops, a Whirlpool® self-clean gas range, a side-by-side refrigerator with an automatic ice maker and water dispenser, a stainless-steel undermount sink, Moen® faucets, and more. Interior features include 9-foot ceilings, luxury vinyl plank flooring in the main living areas, 2' faux wood blinds on select windows, ceiling fans with light kits in the family room and primary bedroom, matte black hardware on faucets and door handles, undermount bathroom sinks, and tiled shower surrounds. Smart-home enhancements such as Honeywell programmable thermostats and Wi-Fi-enabled LiftMaster® garage door openers add modern convenience. Exterior highlights include professionally designed desert landscaping and garage doors with sleek window accents. Located within a premier master-planned community known for its outstanding amenities, residents at Star Valley enjoy access to two fenced dog parks, a basketball court, barbecue grills, ramadas, walking trails and more. Designed to support an active and family-friendly lifestyle, this neighborhood offers everything buyers are looking for in a new home. LGI Homes will open the new section on Saturday, May 31, 2025 at Star Valley, featuring exclusive one day only discounts and incentives. For more information or to schedule a tour of the community, contact the Star Valley team at (855) 253-9683 ext. 977 or visit About LGI HomesHeadquartered in The Woodlands, Texas, LGI Homes, Inc. is a pioneer in the homebuilding industry, successfully applying an innovative and systematic approach to the design, construction and sale of homes across 36 markets in 21 states. As one of America's fastest growing companies, LGI Homes has closed over 75,000 homes since its founding in 2003 and has delivered profitable financial results every year. Nationally recognized for its quality construction and exceptional customer service, LGI Homes was named to Newsweek's list of the World's Most Trustworthy Companies. LGI Homes' commitment to excellence extends to its more than 1,000 employees, earning the Company numerous workplace awards at the local, state and national level, including the Top Workplaces USA 2025 Award. For more information about LGI Homes and its unique operating model focused on making the dream of homeownership a reality for families across the nation, please visit the Company's website at MEDIA CONTACT:Rachel Eaton(281) 362-8998 ext. 2560 A photo accompanying this announcement is available at in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
