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The video presents an overview of Verizon's network updates, primarily focusing on the decision to deactivate Dynamic Spectrum Sharing (DSS) technology, which had previously allowed for the sharing of spectrum between 4G and 5G networks. The speaker criticizes DSS for failing to improve performance and contributing to LTE congestion issues. Emphasizing the necessity for comprehensive network upgrades, the discussion highlights the importance of enhancing every small cell, macro cell, and rooftop site to establish a superior 5G network capable of supporting both mobile and home broadband. Although 230 million people are currently covered by Verizon’s 5G, the speaker underscores the need for continuous enhancements in network infrastructure, including increased backhaul, to ensure the network's reliability and speed. Audience feedback and speed test results from various users are shared, encouraging ongoing dialogue about the upgrades' impact in different markets.
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In this part of the video, the speaker provides an update on Verizon’s network, focusing on the deactivation of Dynamic Spectrum Sharing (DSS) technology. DSS, which allowed Verizon to share spectrum between 4G and 5G, is being turned off to alleviate LTE congestion. The segment highlights community feedback and speed test results from various users, illustrating the network’s performance issues. The speaker criticizes DSS as an ineffective solution that never improved network performance and stressed the importance of Verizon upgrading its network infrastructure, particularly with 5G Ultra Wideband, to enhance overall network reliability and speed.
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In this segment, the speaker discusses the necessity for Verizon to upgrade every small cell, macro cell, and rooftop site to establish a robust 5G network capable of monetizing both mobile and home broadband. They clarify that simply turning off DSS (Dynamic Spectrum Sharing) won’t resolve existing issues, and LTE still faces problems. Verizon has made significant progress with 230 million people covered by their 5G network, but continual upgrades and increased backhaul at all sites are essential. The speaker emphasizes that this process will be an ongoing effort throughout the year and encourages viewers to share their observations and experiences regarding network upgrades in their markets.