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sngwrtr525

Jul 20, 2007, 9:50 AM
Just read that Google wants to get in on the 700 Mhz auction next year. Comcast has also expressed an interest! Do you know what this potentially means? With the possibility of signals being transmitted by different means, perhaps, one day, eventually leading to satellite transmission, we may not be talking about bad tower reception a whole lot longer. It won't be just the names we know now, if they stick around...it could be a whole new ball game!

Your reactions would be welcome. You heard it here first!
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veriZon123

Jul 21, 2007, 9:41 PM
😲 OMG NO WAY! hows that for a reaction!?!?!
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wombough

Jul 21, 2007, 10:22 PM
"eventually leading to satellite transmission"

How is that a good thing. Ever use a satellite phone? IT SUCKS!! I would rather talk on a analog signal!
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sngwrtr525

Jul 22, 2007, 7:53 AM
wombough said:
"eventually leading to satellite transmission"

How is that a good thing. Ever use a satellite phone? IT SUCKS!! I would rather talk on a analog signal!


I did say EVENTUALLY. When it does happen, the satellite system will be a lot better than it is now. I remember the Iridium fiasco. But that's about the only way you're going to get coverage in the mountainous areas of the Rockies and West Virginia. I'm open to suggestion if you'd like to share, though.
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wombough

Jul 22, 2007, 10:41 AM
The problem with satellite is distance and that will never change. Same with satellite internet. Great if its your only choice but you can't play games on it due to latency. I have used them in Iraq and afgahnastan and they suck worst then regular mobile phones. I don't think it is the way to go. It will never beet closer transmission sites ever!
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