August 28, 2003

Cell balloons the next big thing

Mobile Tracker reports on what could be the next big thing in cellular networks—modified balloons that double as cell towers. "A single balloon could service an area as big as Oklahoma due to the fact that they will fly at an amazing 100,000 feet up. This could really speed up network expansion to remote areas. There is one downside though, the balloons only last a day".

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