ECUADOR: ARCOTEL Publishes Public Consultation Related to a Comprehensive Update of the National Frequency Plan
On October 06th, 2021, Arcotel published an invitation to companies and the general public to the public hearing to receive observations and comments on the project: " INTEGRAL UPDATE OF THE NATIONAL FREQUENCY PLAN. In person you can go to: Quito, Auditorio de la Coordinación Zonal 2 de la ARCOTELDATE / TIME: October 22nd, 2021 […]
COLOMBIA: Starting October 1st, Homologation for Mobile Phones Will Have a Simplified Process
The Communications Regulation Commission (CRC) has implemented a more simplified process for the homologation of mobile phones or mobile terminal equipment. From now on, according to the new homologation application form, only is necessary the personal data: name, ID number, address, telephone number, and email address, and the basic data of the device such as […]
MEXICO: Draft Technical Disposition IFT-011-2021 Part 3
On October 4th, IFT published a public consultation along with a Draft of the Technical Disposition IFT-011 part 3. This is related to the technical specifications of mobile terminal equipment that can make use of the radio spectrum or be connected to telecommunications networks, operating in the 700 MHz, 800 MHz, 850 MHz, 1900 MHz, […]
UNITED STATES: FCC Begins Process to Authorize 6GHz Band AFC System Operators
The FCC has announced that the call is open for those interested in becoming AFC system operators in the USA. The parties interested in becoming an AFC system operator as part of the initial evaluation process submit their proposals no later than November 30, 2021. The public will then have an opportunity to review and […]
UNITED STATES: FCC Allows Earlier Equipment Marketing and Importation Opportunities
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopts targeted enhancements that will modernize the Commission’s marketing and importation rules to allow radiofrequency (RF), equipment manufacturers, to better gauge consumer interest and prepare for new product launches. These steps will further the communications sector’s ability to drive innovation that will advance America’s global competitiveness and promote economic growth. […]
MALAWI: MACRA Reports Consultation Type Approval Regulations
The Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) has concluded public consultations on the Communications (Type Approval) Regulations and Type Approval Fees. MACRA commenced the consultation process in June 2020 by publishing a draft of the Regulations and the fees inviting stakeholders and the general public to submit written comments. Through the type approval process, MACRA ensures […]
PAKISTAN: PTA Officially Publishes New Type Approval Regulation
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) officially published on September 13th the new Type Approval Regulation. The Type Approval Technical Standard Regulation came into force on January 25th, 2021, and had been implemented since then. Type approval affected? Yes Spectrum: No Allocation: No Imports: No Standards: Yes Does it affect label requirements? No Does it affect user manual […]
EUROPEAN UNION: Pulling The Plug on Consumer Frustration and E-waste – Commission Proposes a Common Charger for Electronic Devices
The Commission takes an important step for proposal for revised Radio Equipment Directive, the charging port, and fast charging technology will be harmonized. The main aspects of this proposal are: ● USB-C will become the standard port for all smartphones, tablets, cameras, headphones, portable speakers, and handheld videogame consoles. ● Unbundle the sale of chargers […]
SAUDI ARABIA: CITC Publishes Public Consultation on Fixed Radio Service, Frequency Allocation and Use Regulations for Wireless Links
The Communications and Information Technology Commission (CITC) published a public consultation on Fixed Radio Service: Frequency Allocation and Use Regulation for wireless links. CITC seeks to re-allocate all frequency bands used in wireless links (point-to-point and point-to-multipoint), and to update the licensing mechanism of the wireless links in fixed radio service; that is to enhance […]
INDIA: Notification for Launch of MTCTE Phase III and Phase IV
Department of Telecommunication has released a list of products categorized under two phases (Phase III; Phase IV). Phase III holds 10 products and Phase IV holds 36 Products. Phase III Products: MTCTE will start accepting the application for the products under 3 rd phase from Oct 11th, 2021, and certification for these products will be […]