AT&T, Verizon delay 5G debut near some airports after warning
Chief executives of America's largest airlines warned of "catastrophic disruption" to travel and shipping operations should the technology not be limited around U.S. airports.
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Chief executives of America's largest airlines warned of "catastrophic disruption" to travel and shipping operations should the technology not be limited around U.S. airports.
Two major wireless companies are moving ahead with their plans to launch 5G cell phone networks on Wednesday. But they will delay the rollout near some U.S. airports. Airlines warn the technology could impact a plane's landing instruments and lead to significant interruptions. CBS News congressional correspondent Kris Van Cleave reports from Dallas. Then, Drew FitzGerald, a reporter for the Wall Street Journal, joins CBSN's Errol Barnett to discuss.
Two wireless companies are delaying the launch of 5G networks in certain areas as airlines continue to voice concerns it will cause disruptions to service. CBS News technology reporter Dan Patterson joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to explain the issue between the wireless companies and the airline industry.
The companies are going along with a request from airlines and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, who worry the new technology will hinder altitude measuring devices on planes.
Concerns over aircraft safety have caused AT and T and Verizon to postpone the launch of their new 5G wireless networks, according to the Wall Street Journal. The Federal Aviation Administration claims 5G service could interfere with cockpit safety systems, but the telecom providers say they're skeptical. Andrew Tangel, an aviation reporter for The Wall Street Journal, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to explain.
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A vote is scheduled in Washington Thursday on a government rule change that could affect how you use your favorite websites. Obama-era rules on "net neutrality" stop providers like AT&T and Verizon from playing favorites and charging more for faster access. Julianna Goldman reports.
Wireless provider is bailing out of the fiercely competitive media business to focus on telecom.
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Verizon is taking over internet pioneer Yahoo for a staggering $4.8 billion, just one year after acquiring AOL.
Gas prices have dipped to their lowest level for the month of July in years. Also, Verizon is pulling the plug on some data hogs. Brook Silva-Braga reports on the day's top MoneyWatch headlines.
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Democratic candidate Bernie Sanders joined Verizon employees who are on strike amid a contract dispute. CBS' Kylie Atwood has followed the Sanders campaign for CBS News, and joins CBSN by Skype.
A new proposal from the Federal Communications Commission would require Internet providers to get their customers' explicit permission to share certain information. Right now, providers can track how long you spend on specific websites and the location of mobile users. Companies including Verizon and AT&T say the proposal creates an uneven playing field with websites that also track users. FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the proposal.
Verizon will drop longer cell phone contracts in favor of month-to-month plans. CNET Editor Dan Ackerman joins CBSN to explain.