ThinkSmallCell

Why small cells need to be disproportionately cheaper than macrocells

David Chambers — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:47:58 +0000

With data traffic growing quickly but revenues remaining static, the cost of carrying each bit of data across a wireless network needs to drop substantially. A recent report by Analysis Mason suggests that a 50% cost reduction per bit is required by 2015 and includes small cells (specifically Wi-Fi)...

Ericsson rumoured to be buying BelAir

David Chambers — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 18:42:09 +0000

The world’s number one basestation vendor, Ericsson, has gone on record many times to say that the market proposition for femtocells is flawed. They haven’t developed their own, saying that if the market proved worthwhile they would reconsider. Has it now done so?

Who’s developing LTE small cells today?

David Chambers — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 22:01:26 +0000

The growing takeup of LTE, the new 4G radio technology, brings a major opportunity for a range of small cells. Last year saw major releases from both software and hardware components vendors, but there still seem to be relatively few generally available products today – will this change soon...

ThinkFemtocell rebrands as ThinkSmallCell

David Chambers — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 18:17:48 +0000

We're changing our name! Recognising that Femtocell technology is no longer limited to the home, the industry has been using the term Small Cells to encompass Femtocells, Picocells and Metrocells. Since we have already been covering this wider scope, we've decided to rename the website into ThinkSmallCell. You'll continue...

Some thoughts on Mindspeed acquisition of Picochip femtocell chip design business

David Chambers — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 21:26:28 +0000

Picochip is to be bought by Mindspeed for around $50million. While the press release has been widely circulated, there has been relatively little deeper analysis of the deal and the issues surrounding it. Here are some further views, backed up by investor briefings and a call with a Picochip...