mhz spectrum

Ever since the Nextel acquisition, plans to reallocate the 800-MHz spectrum have been bandied about so it doesn't interfere with bands used by public safety agencies.

We noted recently that Verizon Wireless' new PR campaign around its "open" network offerings seemed open in name only, and it appears that the same concept is being expanded to cover the recently won 700 MHz spectrum, which FCC rules require to be open.

So the winners of the 700 MHz spectrum auction have been announced and to say that there were no surprises would be an understatement.

It played out almost exactly as most observers predicted it would.