xenophon
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Re: Actual Throughput?
I'm not certain but I don't think LTE itself will technically be backward compatible to HSPA, but it is likely that an LTE device will include an HSPA radio as well.
WiMAX radios will likely include a WiFi radio in most cases. And is some cases, some of Sprint's WiMAX devices will have EVDO, like combo laptop cards.
But as we've discussed, LTE devices will likely be limited to cellphones and laptop cards and devices controlled by LTE carriers. WiMAX devices are specifically targeting consumer electronics devices, uncontrolled by carriers, so has a chance of much broader penetration. In terms of getting the consumer electronics industry on board, WiMAX is way ahead and will have product out next year. |
