Here are some other stories we're following today:
> Ericsson has been selected by Italian operator Wind Tre to virtualize its core network as part of the evolution of its network to 5G Core. Release
> GE’s smart air conditioners, which are the first to support Apple HomeKit in the U.S., are now available for sale. The Verge article
> China Tower has inked deals with power firms to share infrastructure. RCR Wireless article
> A long-running saga over the timing of an auction of 1.8 GHz spectrum in Thailand looks to be nearing an end after the country’s acting telecoms regulator scheduled the auction for August 4. Mobile World Live article