Navigating the Wireless Frontier: FCC Opens 6 GHz Band for Enhanced Wireless Use
In April 2020, U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) made a pivotal move by freeing up 1200 MHz of spectrum in the 6 GHz band for unlicensed use. Fast forward to February 23, 2024, this initiative bore fruit when the FCC green-lit seven automated systems to manage frequencies in this band, marking the beginning of high-power […]
CE RED Cyber Security requirement postponed to August 2025
In an era of rapid technological progress, the European Union constantly updated its regulations to ensure the safety and compatibility of ‘smart’ devices in the market. On October 27, 2023, the EU announced a significant update with the publication of Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2023/2444. This regulation clarifies compliance requirements for products with wireless functionalities […]
Have you heard? Argentina now requires local testing for wireless devices
ENACOM has made public a new Resolution titled “RESOL- 2022-2-APN-ENACOM#JGM”. ENACOM is Argentina’s national telecom authority. The resolution requires that from 23 February 2022 on wireless network devices must be tested within Argentina. Previously ENAC accepted foreign test reports for certification of these kind of products. ENACOM will only accept test reports from local laboratories […]
Tips for successful IoT product country approval projects
TESTiLABS offers CE&FCC&ISED testing and certification services + Country Approval services for radio products. We can do >200 countries if needed. Along the way we have learned a lot of how things work in different countries. So here’s a couple of tips for how you can make sure the approval project flows smoothly: Product […]
Radio certification of an IoT product using a pre-certified radio module
Purpose of certification in all markets is to provide evidence to local authorities that your product complies the local requirements set for a radio product. Your product is more than just the pre-certified radio module. Components like other clocks, external connections, PCB design and antenna implementation all impact radio characteristics. Even more so if your […]
US closing down 3G networks
In order to free spectrum to 4G & 5G and focus on 5G investments US operators are closing down their 3G networks. AT&T is closing 3G (WCDMA/HSPA) network February 2022 Verizon 3G (CDMA) shutdown is set for 31 December 2022 Sprint&T-Mobile (merged 2020) March 31, 2022 Sprint’s older 3G (CDMA) network will be closed […]
Are you aware – UKCA marking requirement is delayed to 1.1.2023
UKCA marking has been delayed from January 1, 2022, until January 1, 2023. This means CE marked radio and electronic equipment may enter Great Britain for another year. All goods which previously needed the CE marking will not have to use the UKCA marking until 1 January 2023. This allows the manufacturers to have more time to adjust […]
Need assistance? We can help with Bluetooth Qualification!
Bluetooth Qualification is the process by which a member declares and demonstrates that their design complies with the requirements of the program and its specifications. The qualification grants the intellectual property license for use of the Bluetooth technology and allows the use of its trademarks. Our Bluetooth Qualification Consulting service can provide you with information […]
EU takes steps to improve the cybersecurity of wireless devices
The European Commission has taken action to strengthen the cybersecurity of wireless devices. The Commission initiative’s objectives regarding wireless devices are: Improving the resiliency of networks: The devices will have to incorporate features to avoid their misuse to harm communication networks. Enhancing the protection of personal data and privacy: The devices will have to include […]
Are you puzzled with how to test hardware reliability?
Preparing the right hardware reliability and environmental test plan requires knowledge of the standards and experience. In addition to testing itself, our hardware reliability testing experts can help you with test plan creation. We have years of experience on preparing a test plan for different kinds of products for different usage environments. The test plan […]