Viavi Validates NOK's MIMO Radio Performance in Upper 6 GHz Band

Core Insights - Viavi Solutions Inc. has successfully validated the over-the-air performance of Nokia's Massive MIMO radio within the upper 6 GHz frequency band using its NITRO Wireless test portfolio [1][6]. Industry Developments - The growth of 5G applications is driving the need for new frequency bands, with the upper 6 GHz band expected to provide up to 200 MHz of mid-band Time Division Duplex spectrum per operator, addressing increasing spectrum requirements [2]. - A proof of concept was conducted at Nokia's lab in Finland to demonstrate the capabilities of the Nokia AirScale platform in the expanded frequency band [3]. Company Performance - Viavi's NITRO Wireless test portfolio includes advanced testing tools like the TM500 Network Tester and OneAdvisor 800 spectrum analyzer, which are crucial for validating network performance and capacity [4][5]. - The successful tests validated aspects such as spectrum analysis and peak throughput for both downlink and uplink, using emulated User Equipment and real-world data traffic [6]. - Viavi's comprehensive product portfolio supports network visibility and analytics, positioning the company to benefit from the transition to 5G networks, which is expected to enhance revenue in the long term [7][8]. Financial Performance - Viavi's stock has increased by 26.8% over the past year, while the industry has seen a growth of 59.9% [9].