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I think he works for some big corporate. Which one I don't know. I remember reading about it in some HN thread.
He works at Netgem a french start-up. It's not really a big corporate.
Probably still is, and netgem is his cover.
As the documentation says, all the processing from physical to protocol layers is done by the PC. Could anyone experienced in wireless technologies explain what is the software radio frontend worth 2000$ actually doing?
I'm clueless about the underlying legalities/politics, so was wondering: could something like this be used to provide connectivity in an area without 4G (but with an Internet connection)? In other words, could I (an average Joe) set up my own "cellular hot spot" and offer a better quality signal to people in the neighborhood?
As the documentation says, all the processing from physical to protocol layers is done by the PC. Could anyone experienced in wireless technologies explain what is the software radio frontend worth 2000$ actually doing?
A USRP costs almost $2,000 because it is completely general-purpose, modular, and customizable. It's more flexible than you really need, but if you're doing a one-off project it's cheaper than designing a custom radio.
I thought the frequencies necessary for LTE in the US are licensed exclusively to carriers? Or does LTE tolerate different networks on the same frequency?
Who says the carriers and their suppliers aren't his target customers?
It is also possible to do some experimentation without a license.
This is cool, but I would assume he's violating any number of patents in order for it to work properly. (perhaps that's why it's closed source?)
I thought the frequencies necessary for LTE in the US are licensed exclusively to carriers? Or does LTE tolerate different networks on the same frequency?
You're right. This would be in violation of FCC regulation as it would interfere with a pre-existing network at 2600 MHz.
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Not sure what your comment means. Did you want a software EM field?
I was referring to http://bellard.org/dvbt/
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I like the model Fabrice uses. He picks really meaty, technical projects which most individuals would not attempt alone, if they even think the project is possible. And he comes up with the goods. It would be interesting to know if this model works... umm financially. Very tempting to give it a try if it does.
The reason the average HN-goer never does anything of note is precisely because of being driven by this "how can I monetize this" mentality alone.