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8:00 AM EDT

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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM EDT

Web Session: Optimizing the 4G Network to Deliver Video
Consumer interest in video is growing and wireless carriers are dealing with greater volumes and higher quality content than ever before. And all signs indicate video traffic is set to explode in the coming years. But delivering video is challenging. First, video content requires a lot of network bandwidth, which means operators need to invest in technologies that can optimize video. Second, devices must be able to seamlessly receive the video content and third, business models must align so that consumers can enjoy the content without overtaxing the network. This panel will delve into the realities of delivering video over LTE.

Confirmed Panelists:
Ray Adensamer, Senior Product Marketing Manager, RadiSys
Mikko Disini, Director of Product Marketing, Bytemobile
John Giere, Senior VP, Products & Marketing, Openwave
Marc Zionts, CEO, Ortiva Wireless
Mike Dano, Executive Editor, Telecom Group, FierceMarkets [MODERATOR]

 

11:15 AM - 12:15 PM EDT

Web Session: Building a Next-Generation Backhaul Network
Backhaul is a key component to easing network constraints and preparing for the new era of 4G. But no one backhaul solution fits every scenario. In fact, most operators have to deploy a hybrid approach to backhaul where they use a variety of technologies – ATM and TDM for their 2G and 3G networks as well as IP for their next-gen network. This panel will look at how operators are designing their next general backhaul network and planning for future growth.

Confirmed Panelists:
Craig Frost, Executive Director of Network, Verizon Wireless
Amir Makleff, President & CEO, Bridgewave
Jay Stewart, Director of Ethernet Solutions, JDSU
Elias Aravantinos, Analyst - Europe & Backhaul, Maravedis [MODERATOR]

 

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM EDT

Web Session: Roaming & Rural LTE Deployments
As Tier 1 operators rollout LTE, the focus now shifts to Tier 2 and Tier 3 operators. What are some of the challenges to deploying LTE in a rural environment? And perhaps more importantly, how will smaller operators get LTE devices that can work on their specific LTE spectrum bands?

Confirmed Panelists:
Steven Berry, President & CEO, Rural Cellular Association
C. Roger Hutton, Chairman & CEO, NetAmerica Alliance
Sue Marek, Editor-in-Chief, FierceWireless [MODERATOR]

3:15 PM - 4:15 PM EDT

Web Session:  Beyond 4G - LTE-Advanced Reality Check
Vendors say that LTE Advanced technology will allow wireless operators to deliver broadband speeds of just under 1Gbps, which is a tenfold increase over current LTE network speeds. And some estimate that the first commercial LTE Advanced services will up and running in 2013. This panel will delve into the pros and cons of deploying LTE Advanced. In addition, panelists will provide a reality check on the timeline for LTE-A’s deployment.

Confirmed Panelists:
Bill Payne, Head of Innovation & CTO, North America, Nokia Siemens Networks
Chris Pearson, President, 4G Americas
James Seymour, Senior Director, Wireless CTO Organization, Alcatel-Lucent
Philip Marshall, Chief Research Officer, Tolaga Research [MODERATOR]

5:00 PM EDT

Virtual Show Closes

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