2026 Vision FirstNet Users Summit to Explore How FirstNet Fusion and LMR Are Redefining Mission-Critical Communications

One of the sessions at the 2026 Vision FirstNet Users Summit will highlight hybrid devices bridging broadband and LMR. “Bridging Broadband and LMR: FirstNet Fusion and the Rise of Hybrid Devices” will explore how public safety agencies can modernize their communications environments while maintaining the reliability of land mobile radio.

PSBTA to Host “Gathering of Tribal Public Safety” at the 2026 Vision Firstnet Users Summit

The Public Safety Broadband Technology Association will host a collaborative session at the 2026 Vision FirstNet Users Summit to bring tribal leaders and public safety professionals together to advance resilience, interoperability, and culturally informed emergency response.

Registration Now Open for 2026 Vision FirstNet Users Summit

Registration is now open for the 2026 Vision FirstNet Users Summit. The Summit is an opportunity to connect with local and federal leaders, specifically the FirstNet Authority, which is hosting a track at the event this year.

FirstNet Expands Public Safety Connectivity with 1,000 New Sites

The new sites mean increased coverage, capacity and dedicated spectrum in more places, as well as the ability to transmit 6 times the signal strength of other carriers with FirstNet MegaRange solutions, the company says.

FirstNet Planning Satellite Connectivity Trials

Remote areas continue to be a challenge for public safety professionals who need reliable and consistent coverage, FirstNet says. This includes places like national parks, where thousands of search-and-rescue missions are conducted each year.

Guest Editorial: FirstNet Is Delivering for Public Safety

As FirstNet continues to evolve, the legislative and regulatory oversight required by federal law has continued. The Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) recent renewal of FirstNet’s Band 14 spectrum license is a milestone.

Sonim Delivers FirstNet Ready XP3plus Ultra-Rugged Phone

FirstNet Celebrates Sixth Year of Operation, Releases Suitcase-Sized Deployable

The miniCRD can be deployed by a single person within a matter of minutes, covers up to a half mile and links to FirstNet via satellite without relying on commercial power availability.

AT&T/FirstNet Readies Super Bowl LVII Communications

Inside the stadium, AT&T has deployed more than 2,000 wireless network antennas supported by approximately 12 miles of fiber and power cables. Outside the stadium, 64 outdoor antennas have been installed supported by 15 miles of fiber and power cables.