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CommScope Deploys Video Advertising Solutions Across a4’s Video Footprint
CommScope announced today that a4, the advanced advertising arm of Altice USA, has deployed its Video Advertising Solutions to deliver geographic and addressable advertising across a4’s video footprint, including both QAM-based and IP video services. “We selected CommScope Advertising Solutions to improve the quality and effectiveness of our customers’ ad experiences on our existing set-top video system, as well as our next-generation IP video platform,” said Stephen Douglas, Director of Sales Operations at a4. “By leveraging the CommScope MDC Manifest Manipulation capabilities, we are able to enhance our subscribers’ experience and increase the value of our ad inventory. Additionally, the SkyVision XMS solution ensures our operational efficiency, scalability, and performance in providing our…
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CommScope Reports First Quarter 2021 Results
First quarter net sales increased 2% year-over-year for consolidated company Momentum in Broadband Networks continues with 29% increase in net sales and growth in both Network Cable & Connectivity and Network & Cloud Core CommScope first quarter net sales increased 11% year-over-year* Continued execution of CommScope NEXTstrategy to optimize the business portfolio, drive above-market growth, and control costs Previously announced plan to spin-off Home Networks business on track; CommScope committed to improving performance across Core business of Broadband Networks, Outdoor Wireless Networks and Venue and Campus Networks First Quarter Highlights Net sales of $2.072 billion Core net sales of $1.583 billion* GAAP net loss of $(97.6) million Non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA of…
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CommScope Announces Availability of Remote PHY and Remote MACPHY Device for Field Deployment
CommScope announced today that its CommScope RD2322 Remote MACPHY (RxD), supporting both Remote PHY and Remote MACPHY operation, is ready for field deployment and available to order. The device is a unique solution for operators looking for flexibility to transition from Remote PHY (R-PHY) to Remote MACPHY as they upgrade their Hybrid fiber-coaxial (HFC) networks to Distributed Access Architecture Portfolio (DAA). As a Remote PHY device, the RD2322 RxD enables operators to reap the benefits of DAA—namely improved headend density and power efficiency—by moving PHY layer functionality from headend or hub to the fiber optic node. As a Remote MACPHY device, the RD2322 RxD goes one step further, moving both the PHY…
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CommScope to Release First Quarter 2021 Financial Results on May 6
CommScope Holding Company, Inc., a global leader in connectivity solutions for communications networks, plans to release its first quarter 2021 financial results on Thursday, May 6, before the market opens. The release will be followed by an 8:30 a.m. Eastern conference call in which management will discuss the results. The live, listen-only audio of the call will be available through a link on the Events and Presentations page of CommScope’s Investor Relations website. The webcast replay will be archived on CommScope’s website for a limited time following the conference call. Über die Commscope Solutions Germany GmbH CommScope (NASDAQ: COMM) is pushing the boundaries of technology to create the world’s most advanced wired…
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CommScope Announces Retirement of Chief Legal Officer Burk Wyatt
CommScope Holding Company, Inc. (NASDAQ: COMM), a global leader in connectivity solutions for communications networks, today announced the retirement of chief legal officer and secretary Burk Wyatt effective June 1, 2021, following more than 25 years of service to the Company. Since joining CommScope in 1996 as its first general counsel, Mr. Wyatt has played an instrumental role in guiding CommScope through much of its growth, helping the Company mature through various market cycles, transformational acquisitions and evolving industry dynamics. Most recently, Mr. Wyatt led the Company’s legal efforts around the planned spin-off of its Home Networks business. “As CommScope’s first and only ever chief legal officer, Burk has been…
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CommScope Announces Plan to Spin-Off its Home Networks Business into Independent Public Company
CommScope Holding Company, Inc. (NASDAQ: COMM), a global leader in connectivity solutions for communications networks, today announced its plan to spin-off its Home Networks business and other initiatives to reduce operating costs throughout the Company. Together, the planned separation of CommScope’s Home Networks business and operating expense reduction represent early steps in the Company’s CommScope NEXT strategy to optimize the business portfolio, drive above-market growth, and control costs. The separation is intended to be executed through a tax-free spin-off to CommScope shareholders to form a new and independent publicly traded company. The separation is expected to be completed by the end of the first quarter of 2022. “Since I joined CommScope last…
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CommScope Expands RUCKUS Wi-Fi 6 Portfolio for Hospitality, MDUs and Smart Spaces
CommScope announced the latest additions to its Wi-Fi 6 access point (AP) portfolio—the indoor RUCKUS H550 and outdoor RUCKUS T350—and new enterprise and service-provider features in RUCKUS SmartZoneOS. The modern device environment includes countless Wi-Fi-enabled end-user computing devices and a dizzying array of IoT endpoints enabled by multiple wireless technologies, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and Zigbee. The H550 and T350 incorporate all three protocols, enabling organizations to deploy a single, converged network infrastructure that supports both end-user needs and operational needs, including building and energy management, asset tracking, physical security and telemetry. Organizations can manage these new APs using any RUCKUS management option, including SmartZoneOS-based network controllers, RUCKUS Cloud and RUCKUS Unleashed.…
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Navy SEALs and Families Connect with CommScope
CommScope today announced the collaboration with smart home system provider Audio Impact to bring reliable Wi-Fi connectivity to Navy SEALs who are transitioning into and out of deployment. CommScope’s RUCKUS Wi-Fi indoor and outdoor access points and power over ethernet injectors are being deployed at the C4 Foundation’s C4 Ranch, a non-profit facility that is home to a program helping Navy SEALs and their families alleviate stress during transitions from deployment. The C4 Foundation offers overnight accommodations, along with fishing, hiking, horseback riding, camping, farming and a petting zoo. The C4 Foundation uses research-proven programs to help families recover from the effects of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). “The C4 Ranch is a unique resource for SEALs and their…
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The French Group Barrière Accelerates its Digital Transformation with CommScope and Wifirst
CommScope today announced that Wifirst selected CommScope’s RUCKUS Wi-Fi to bring world-class connectivity to Barrière Group’s 33 casinos, 18 hotels and 140 restaurants across France. Over the past six years, Wifirst, a French leader in managed Wi-Fi, has installed and managed Wi-Fi in the Barrière Group’s casinos, hotels and restaurants, as well as all common areas such as meeting rooms, conference spaces, lobbies and bars. They will continue to manage Barrière Group’s connectivity and maintenance so the hospitality leader’s IT staff can focus on the group’s digital transformation. The new Wi-Fi network will be the foundation of an ambitious digital transformation program that enhances services for guests. Visitors will…
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CommScope’s All-Digital ERA Distributed Antenna System Now Meets TAA Requirements
CommScope’s all-digital ERA distributed antenna system (DAS) now meets federal Trade Agreements Act (TAA) requirements. More specifically, the ERA platform is manufactured in the United States (U.S.) or a TAA compliant country. As the federal government has announced a renewed focus on preference for products that are manufactured in countries with U.S. trade agreements, CommScope remains committed to making key technology easier for our customers to purchase. ERA makes in-building cellular simple, scalable, and more economical. Operating over standard IT infrastructure—Category 6A and fiber—ERA provides the highest level of mobile voice and data coverage throughout a building, campus, or base. ERA supports different operators, frequency bands and mobile technology generations to provide a complete coverage solution.…
