Compelling smartphone and tablet devices have captured the consumer imagination and pocketbook. With devices that deliver addicting Internet access on the go, consumers now devour mobile broadband content with gusto, forcing many mobile networks into the capacity red zone. This panel takes a close look at approaches that shift data load from overburdened macro cell sites. Questions addressed include the role of Wi-Fi, femtocells and WiMAX; the impact of Hotspot 2.0; evolving business models; and mobile data offload technology evolution.
Moderator:
Ken Rehbehn, Principal Analyst, Yankee Group
Panelists:
Stephen Rayment, Chief Technology Officer, Belair Networks
Andy Capener, Director of Marketing for Service Provider Mobility, Cisco
Jeff Thompson, President & CEO, Towerstream
Mike Montemurro, Representative for the Wi-Fi Alliance & IEEE 802.11 WiFi Alliance
Delcan Byrne, Director of Marketing, WiMAX Forum
