Are We Ready for 6G?
While excitement over new generations of mobile connectivity technologies hit a high point, unfortunately, 5G fell short of the high expectations around the technology. Regulators should be weary of rushing into the next generation, 6G, without carefully considering the state of connectivity networks today. While early planning for 6G is a worthwhile exercise, U.S. policymakers should invest in the current technologies and strategies that could spur 6G innovation and should refrain from adopting policies based on assumptions about what 6G will be this early in the process. 6G, when ready and
Industry Stats: Energy-Efficient TV Devices
Consumers’ have saved more than $18 billion in energy costs since 2012, the result of a voluntary agreement between the pay-TV industry and energy efficiency advocates to improve the efficiency of devices used to access video programming. Recent eco-friendly technology advancements showcase the industry’s commitment to innovation that benefits both the environment and consumers alike.
GCI Continues Progress on Aleutians Fiber Project Featured in “Every Last Mile”
GCI has kicked off the latest phase of its Aleutians Fiber Project in the Kodiak Island community of Port Lions. The undertaking is part of the ISP’s larger efforts to connect the remote Aleutian Islands to multi-gigabit speeds via 800 miles of subsea fiber-optic cable. “We’re excited to start work in our second phase of the Aleutians Fiber Project community,” said GCI Principal Program Manager Rebecca Markley. “Our crews are working hard to complete the construction phase as efficiently as possible for the launch of 2.5 gig residential internet speeds in the coming months. Once complete, we
America’s Broadband Networks Continue to Grow: The Pacific West
As America targets efforts towards connecting every community to robust broadband – including the distribution of more than $40 billion in federal funds for building new networks – cable providers continue to do what they have always done: build out their networks to reach as many Americans as possible. With network expansions continuing to happen nationwide, here are a few more examples of projects that work towards the national goal of connecting every American. To learn about other projects highlighted in previous blogs, be sure to check out NCTA.com. And to learn more about what it takes
Eco-Friendly TV Set-Top Boxes and Internet Equipment Are Saving Money and the Planet
TV set-top boxes and internet equipment in the home are doing more than just providing entertainment and information—they're also playing a crucial role in reducing carbon footprints and saving consumers billions of dollars. New data released Recent independent reports from D+R International, Ltd. highlight the impact that energy-efficient set-top boxes and internet devices like routers and modems have had over the past decade, revealing significant reductions in energy consumption and carbon emissions, as well as significant cost savings for consumers. What’s driving the change The nation’s
Broadband Stats: Cable’s Labor Force
Monday is Labor Day, a time to reflect on the workers that power the nation. The cable industry is extraordinarily proud of the hard work done each day to keep the country connected and entertained and is committed to extending networks to every corner of the country. To learn more about the critical, often challenging work cable crews face in the field, be sure to stream the docufilm “Every Last Mile,” which gives a first-hand account of the intense conditions crews face to get everyone connected.
Cox Completed Arizona Network Featured in “Every Last Mile”
Cox Communications has announced it has completed the extension of its fiber-optic network in Congress, Arizona, in Yavapai County. The undertaking was one of three projects highlighted in NCTA’s new docufilm, "Every Last Mile.” “Every Last Mile” tells the story of the hard work that goes into extending broadband networks to far-out corners of the United States. The film follows work crews as they lay cable across difficult terrain to help connect rural communities, from the Aleutian Islands in Alaska to the arid desert of Arizona. Connecting a former ghost town The Congress project is the
Cable’s Mobile Plans Are Winning Customers Over
In recent years, cable broadband providers have expanded their offerings to include mobile service, giving Americans more choices for their cell providers than ever before and saving them millions monthly when switching from higher-priced plans offered by traditional phone companies. A hit with customers Unsurprisingly, these lower-cost plans have been a hit with consumers, according to a recent analysis from industry research leader MoffettNathanson. Cable's share of total mobile phone net adds was roughly 54% in the second quarter of 2024. That’s after cable accounted for over 75% of total
TV Stats: NBCU’s Golden Olympic Performance
The 2024 Paris Olympics have wrapped up after a dazzling two weeks of blockbuster action. NBCU, the US broadcast partner for the games, had an ambitious plan to deliver more coverage of the games than ever before, and they did exactly that, with some of the largest audiences in over a decade and even more records set.
What It Took to Deliver “Every Last Mile”
This summer, NCTA premiered “Every Last Mile,” a docufilm that chronicles the physical and operational challenges that three construction crews faced as they tackled the daunting work of extending broadband some of America’s most rural areas. The construction work documented is harrowing, but behind the scenes, film crews also had to figure out how to get their job done under challenging conditions. NCTA talked with Lee Morton, the director of “Every Last Mile,” to learn what he and his crew had to contend with in order to tell this critical story of connections and why they matter. A front