About this episode

The episode discusses recent developments in satellite consolidation, WhatsApp's new username feature, and the upcoming FCC mid-band spectrum auction.

More consolidation in the satellite arena, WhatsApp rolls out usernames, and the FCC sets the next mid-band spectrum auction. How to Contact us:www.thecellphonejunkie.com questions@thecellphonejunkie.com Twitter How to Listen:Subscribe iTunes Download the show directly

People in this episode

Host: Mickey Papillon

Topics covered

• satellite consolidation
• WhatsApp usernames
• FCC auction
• technology news

Keywords

• satellite
• WhatsApp
• FCC
• spectrum auction
• technology news

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Organizations: WhatsApp, FCC

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