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Campground operators are juggling arrivals, maintenance, guest experience, and staffing—so WiFi can’t be another daily support ticket. The GoZone Smart WiFi Suite is designed to make guest internet access self-service, reduce front-desk load, and (optionally) turn premium access into a clean revenue stream.

The problems most campgrounds run into

  • Front desk bottlenecks: password requests, device troubleshooting, and “can you add one more device?” during peak check-in
  • Shared credentials: guests sharing passwords across sites/cabins, lingering access after checkout, and constant resets
  • Manual paid WiFi: staff time spent explaining plans, collecting payments, and handling exceptions
  • Incomplete guest data: reservation/registration records don’t always include usable contact info—especially for group bookings or third-party reservations

A simpler approach: self-service guest internet plans

Let guests activate internet access on their own using plans you create (day, week, month, seasonal).

What this means for your operation

  • Less time spent on WiFi support
  • A smoother guest experience (fewer complaints and less friction)
  • A consistent process that works even when you’re short-staffed

SecurePass: unique passwords, automatically

Instead of one shared password for everyone, each camper can be assigned a secure, unique password automatically.

Why operators like this

  • Reduces password sharing
  • Cleaner access control without staff babysitting devices
  • Fewer “reset the WiFi” moments at the front desk

Vouchers for packages, events, and comps

Need a simple “WiFi included” experience for certain guests?

Use vouchers to:

  • Bundle WiFi into cabin packages
  • Support group stays and rallies
  • Comp access for VIPs or service recovery
  • Make event weekends easier to manage

Keep fees in-house

If you offer premium access, the model is straightforward: service fees go directly to the campground. Guests self-activate, and your team isn’t stuck managing devices or processing exceptions.

Opt-in guest data collection (even when booking data is incomplete)

POS, reservation tools, and third-party booking channels don’t always capture everything you need.

WiFi gives you a second chance to collect opt-in guest data on-site—so you can build a reliable list for:

  • Seasonal announcements
  • Event weekends
  • Return-visit nudges for first-time guests

Optional “set-and-forget” marketing: surveys + review requests

With optional marketing features enabled, you can automate:

  • A short survey during the stay (catch issues early)
  • A friendly review request near checkout

The goal is simple: improve the guest experience and generate more reviews—without adding work for your team.

Works with most business-grade WiFi hardware

You can typically use what you already have—no rip-and-replace and no major IT project required.

Need help? We can support you ongoing

If your team is too busy to build campaigns or guest messaging, we can provide ongoing marketing support so the system keeps working for you.

HOUSTON, TX – February 17, 2026: WorldVue today announced its new affiliation with Preferred Hotels & Resorts as the latest addition to the brand’s Alliance Partner Program. This partnership solidifies WorldVue’s position as a recommended provider of in-room entertainment and WiFi for Preferred Hotels & Resorts member properties across the globe.

Preferred Hotels & Resorts is renowned for its dedication to offering guests authentic, one-of-a-kind experiences across its global portfolio of independent hotels and resorts. By aligning with WorldVue, Preferred Hotels & Resorts further solidifies its mission to provide best-in-class services and resources to its member properties.

“Independent luxury properties deserve technology that supports their vision without compromising their identity. At WorldVue, we approach every partnership with long-term stewardship in mind, ensuring the infrastructure behind the experience is as exceptional as the experience itself. Joining Preferred Hotels & Resorts lets us build on this approach to ensure every property has technology stability and a partner to fully rely on,” said Robert Grosz, President and Chief Operating Officer at WorldVue.

For over five decades, WorldVue has partnered with independent hotels and resorts to create tailored infrastructure ecosystems that blend performance, discretion, and long-term reliability. The company understands the operational complexity behind refined guest experiences and builds every technology ecosystem custom to the property, their landscape, guest expectations and their goals. WorldVue’s role is to ensure the foundation remains uninterrupted, collaborating directly with ownership groups, asset managers, and property leadership to ensure alignment from implementation through long-term optimization.

Representing more than 625 luxury hotels, resorts, residences, and unique hotel groups in over 80 countries, Preferred Hotels & Resorts brings strategic advantage to hotel owners, operators, and management companies through brand prestige and global operating scale, supporting the goals of its member hotels by providing strategic sales, integrated marketing solutions, comprehensive revenue management, global connectivity through reservations services, progressive distribution technology, and solutions-focused products and services from trusted partners through its Alliance Partner Program.

For more information about WorldVue and its offerings, please visit www.worldvue.com.

For more information on Preferred Hotels & Resorts Alliance Partner Program, visit Preferredhotels.com/Alliance-Partner.

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About WorldVue

WorldVue® is a trusted provider of video, advanced connectivity and professional services to properties and enterprises across the world. With a dedication to customer service, WorldVue is leading the way in delivering innovative technology solutions that enhance the resident, guest, and staff experience. From managed services to digital transformation, WorldVue is a single point of contact for all property technology needs.

Founded in 1975, WorldVue is a privately held company headquartered in the United States with offices in Canada, Mexico, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Dubai, Singapore and Australia. The company serves over 8,000 properties and over 1 million rooms.

Fixed Base Operators (FBOs) are the VIP terminals of the aviation world. Whether serving corporate executives, private charter passengers, or flight crews, FBOs are expected to deliver a premium experience—every time. And while amenities like leather lounges, valet services, and gourmet catering are front and center, there’s another element quietly shaping the customer experience and operational efficiency: Wi-Fi.

At 7SIGNAL, we’ve learned firsthand—through our work with some of the world’s busiest hubs like Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport and Heathrow Airport in London that great Wi-Fi isn’t just a luxury in aviation. It’s an operational necessity.

The Digital Backbone of FBOs

FBOs may look like boutique lounges on the surface, but behind the scenes, they are complex operational environments. Pilots and crew rely on Wi-Fi for real-time weather updates, flight planning, and electronic manifests. Passengers expect fast, secure internet access for work or leisure, and increasingly, vendors—from catering to fuel services—depend on connected devices to stay in sync.

But FBOs face unique challenges:

  • Large hangars and concrete structures that create RF interference
  • Outdoor ramp areas requiring seamless wireless coverage
  • A mix of ruggedized and commercial-grade networking equipment
  • Lean IT teams supporting dozens or even hundreds of remote locations

The bottom line? When the Wi-Fi isn’t working, the entire operation feels it.

The Visibility Gap: Why Wi-Fi Problems Linger

Most FBOs—like many enterprises—rely on infrastructure tools that monitor the network from the inside-out. These solutions provide insight into hardware status or WAN availability, but they miss the most important perspective: the experience of the client device.

This is what we call the visibility gap and it’s where 7SIGNAL shines.

7SIGNAL: Built for the Edge of Aviation

7SIGNAL fills this critical gap with a unique outside-in approach to Wi-Fi and digital experience monitoring. Through a combination of software agents deployed on endpoint devices and cloud-managed sensors placed throughout facilities, 7SIGNAL gives IT teams complete visibility into how users and devices experience the wireless network—from the cockpit to the conference room.

For FBOs, this means:

  • Proactive detection of issues before they impact operations
  • Insights into interference sources, including other Wi-Fi networks, Bluetooth, and even airport equipment like surveillance cameras
  • Validation of new network deployments or expansions without expensive on-site surveys
  • Centralized monitoring across all locations, allowing lean IT teams to support 100+ sites remotely

Unlike other solutions, 7SIGNAL is vendor-agnostic, meaning it works across environments with Cisco Meraki, HPE Aruba, Extreme, or any other combination of networking gear. That’s crucial for FBOs, where network architecture can vary dramatically from one site to the next.

Speak with an airport network connectivity expert.

Real-World Proven, Globally Deployed

Our work with major global airports gives us the credibility and expertise to support FBOs of any size. At Atlanta Airport, one of the busiest in the world, 7SIGNAL helps ensure reliable Wi-Fi for millions of passengers and thousands of employees. At Heathrow, we support high-density environments where operational uptime is non-negotiable.

FBOs may not see the same foot traffic, but they serve customers who expect excellence—and who remember when technology fails them.

In an Always-On World, Wi-Fi Can’t Be an Afterthought

Whether it’s keeping a fueling operation online, ensuring a security camera is streaming, or helping a CEO download a presentation before takeoff, Wi-Fi is mission-critical for today’s FBOs. And with the rise of IoT devices, cellular failover, and cloud-based workflows, the complexity is only increasing.

7SIGNAL is purpose-built for these challenges. We empower IT teams with the visibility, control, and intelligence they need to deliver exceptional digital experiences—without needing to be on-site or in the dark.

If your FBO operations span dozens—or hundreds—of sites, and your team is still flying blind when it comes to Wi-Fi performance, it’s time to close the visibility gap with 7SIGNAL.

We are excited to announce our next-generation Wi-Fi HaLow M.2 module built with the Morse Micro MM8108 chipset. The USA-made GW16167 delivers unmatched long-range connectivity, high throughput and wall penetration. These features significantly reduce infrastructure costs and enhance system reliability for global Industrial IoT and Edge AI deployments.

Engineers can integrate the GW16167 as a drop-in solution with any single board computer (SBC) featuring a standard M.2 socket. It operates plug-and-play with Gateworks’ SBCs based on NXP Semiconductors’ i.MX 8M Mini, 8M Plus and i.MX 95 processors. Together, these platforms create a powerful, scalable foundation for long-range wireless connectivity and edge computing for advanced industrial, autonomous and edge AI-driven systems.

Gatekeeper Systems®, a leading provider of retail loss prevention solutions, is building our next generation of in-store infrastructure on IEEE 802.11ah HaLow wireless networking from Gateworks and Morse Micro.

The reliability of the HaLow network under extremely demanding conditions exceeded our wildest expectations—we have not been able to break it.

We evaluated multiple HaLow technology partners, and it is clear that Gateworks was and remains the best choice for our requirements. Gateworks has exceeded our expectations across the board; it is rare to find a partner that delivers both top-tier technology and a genuine commitment to our success, but Gateworks does exactly that.

Scott Carter, Chief R&D Engineer, Gatekeeper Systems

Wi-Fi HaLow: Maximum Performance, Minimum Infrastructure

Demand for Wi-Fi HaLow has surged as industries seek to solve the challenge of IoT connectivity at scale. The Gateworks GW16167 is the first to address these needs while enabling truly global operation in the 850  to 950 MHz range. Operating in the sub-GHz band delivers superior range and wall and object penetration compared to standard 2.4/5 GHz Wi-Fi.

This eliminates costly issues such as interference, congestion and coverage gaps, often replacing expensive cellular or legacy proprietary systems. By extending range and reducing the density of required infrastructure, this technology dramatically reduces the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for large-scale deployments by minimizing the quantity of required Access Points and simplifying network architecture.

The GW16167 delivers data rates up to 43.3 Mbps, maintains exceptional power efficiency and guarantees uninterrupted data flow for mission-critical applications:

  • Smart Factories: Guarantees constant telemetry and fleet coordination for Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) navigating dense metal structures, eliminating expensive coverage “dead zones.”
  • Smart Energy: Provides reliable, long-distance links for distributed asset monitoring, from grid infrastructure to remote pipeline sensors, eliminating the need for costly leased cellular services.
  • Security & Access Control: Supports robust, long-range connectivity for high-bandwidth IP security cameras and electronic locks across large campuses, leveraging the familiar WPA3 security framework.

Our partnership with Morse Micro is critical to delivering a robust, complete solution to the industrial market. Together, we have accelerated the adoption of high-performance Wi-Fi HaLow across the globe. This joint effort directly solves real wireless challenges for customers who need performance, reliability, and enterprise-grade WPA3 security in their most complex industrial environments.

Kelly Peralta, Vice President of Sales & Business Development, Gateworks Corporation

The GW16167, powered by our MM8108 chipset, is a prime example of how Wi-Fi HaLow is maturing into a critical technology for the industrial sector. Gateworks is ensuring system integrators have access to a reliable, long-range solution for their most challenging robotics and edge deployments.

Michael De Nil, CEO and Cofounder, Morse Micro

Morse Micro showcased the GW16167 at CES 2026, highlighting the rise of Wi-Fi HaLow adoption across industrial markets. Gateworks will continue to expand its industrial embedded technology portfolio and work closely with Morse Micro to accelerate Wi-Fi HaLow adoption across industrial markets.

The GW16167 is available now through us and authorized channel partners such as DigiKey, Braemac, Farnell and RoundSolutions.

End-user QoE in Wi-Fi Offloading

When speaking with mobile operators, their primary concern regarding the use of Wi-Fi for indoor coverage and additional capacity is the Quality of Experience (QoE) for their subscribers. While this concern is understandable, it can also be seen as somewhat irrational—and even ironic. Many of these same operators have already implemented Wi-Fi Calling, which utilizes any available Wi-Fi network for voice services. This means they are willing to deliver voice—one of the most latency-sensitive services—over Wi-Fi networks that they do not control. Yet, they remain hesitant to use secure Wi-Fi networks under their own management for services like web browsing, downloads, and video streaming, which are far more tolerant of variable network conditions.

In fact, the need to backhaul traffic to the mobile core for session continuity has diminished as devices and applications have become more adept at maintaining a positive user experience when transitioning between Wi-Fi (with local traffic breakout) and cellular networks. For instance, if you step out of the range of your home Wi-Fi during a Microsoft Teams session, you might experience a brief disruption as the device switches to the mobile network. This minor interruption is similar to what can happen during a cellular call when the user moves between different base stations.

So, why does this reluctance toward Wi-Fi persist among many mobile operators?

The simple explanation may lie in the differing perspectives: while devices—and many users—operate in a Wi-Fi-first world, mobile operators naturally adopt a cellular-first mindset. They fear that a user could unintentionally switch to a Wi-Fi network with a lower QoE than the cellular network they previously connected to.

This fear is further reinforced by common misconceptions about Wi-Fi, which we have addressed in a previous post Top Five Myths About Wi-Fi. Another reason could be that mobile operators are less concerned about Wi-Fi Calling, as it utilizes external networks, they neither manage nor fund. In such cases, we recommend leveraging the free Wi-Fi networks available through the OpenRoaming federation for Wi-Fi offloading. These networks are managed by reputable Wi-Fi access providers, offering reliable connectivity. For more details, refer to the OpenRoaming in Wi-Fi Offloading chapter.

Ultimately, some mobile operators’ concerns about Wi-Fi stem from the perception that it is outside their area of control. While we have emphasized throughout this paper that many of these concerns are unwarranted, we also recognize the importance of addressing them seriously.

With expertise spanning both the 3GPP ecosystem and Carrier Wi-Fi, Enea is uniquely positioned to offer practical solutions that increase mobile operators’ control over Wi-Fi offloading. We are actively looking at a concept for QoE-based communication across mobile and Wi-Fi networks. For more details, refer to the More Intelligent Network Selection chapter.

Factors Behind Poor Wi-Fi QoE

The user experience in Wi-Fi networks is influenced by a mix of persistent and intermittent factors, and each type requires a different resolution approach. Here’s a deeper look at these factors.

Persistent Network Deficiencies

These are typically structural issues that remain constant unless the underlying design or hardware is improved. Addressing them often involves network redesign or hardware upgrades:

  • Insufficient Backhaul Capacity: This is when the connection between the Wi-Fi access points and the internet or core network is too limited, creating a bottleneck. No matter how good the Wi-Fi signal is, the user experience will be poor if the backhaul is under-provisioned.
  • Poor Radio Network (RAN) Design and Channel Interference: Inefficient placement of access points or poor channel planning can lead to overlapping channels and signal interference, especially in environments with many Wi-Fi networks. This can result in slow speeds and high latency.
  • RAN Installation Not Done According to the Original Plan: Sometimes, the real-world installation of access points doesn’t match the design plan, which can cause gaps in coverage or overlap which results in interference and degraded performance.
  • Old Wi-Fi Access Points or Outdated Firmware: Older Wi-Fi standards and devices (Wi-Fi 4 and 5) lack the advanced features of Wi-Fi 6/6E and Wi-Fi 7, such as OFDMA, MU-MIMO, and better handling of dense environments.

Intermittent Issues

These factors can cause performance fluctuations that come and go, often influenced by changes in the environment or network load. Managing these requires ongoing monitoring and dynamic adjustments:

  • Wi-Fi RF Channel Congestion: Temporary spikes in Wi-Fi traffic, particularly in busy environments, can cause congestion on specific channels, leading to a temporary slowdown in performance.
  • High Number of Concurrent User Sessions: A surge in the number of active users can overwhelm an access point, reducing the available bandwidth for each user. This is common in public spaces or during events.
  • Current Uplink/Downlink Load: High data transfers in either direction can cause intermittent slowdowns for other users sharing the same access point.
  • Interference from Other RF Sources: Devices like Bluetooth gadgets, cordless phones, or microwave ovens can temporarily interfere with Wi-Fi, particularly in the 2.4 GHz band.
  • Weak Signal / UE Too Far from the Wi-Fi Access Point: Users at the edge of an access point’s coverage area can experience weak signals, leading to slower speeds and dropped connections.
  • Environmental RF Interference (primarily outdoors): External factors like weather conditions or nearby construction using heavy equipment can cause fluctuations in Wi-Fi performance, especially for outdoor access points.
  • Insufficient DHCP Capacity and Other Back-end Issues: When the DHCP server is unable to provide IP addresses due to a limited pool, new devices cannot connect, causing intermittent connection issues.
  • Poor QoS Enforcement, Some Devices Monopolize the Available Bandwidth: If quality-of-service (QoS) rules aren’t set up properly, certain devices or applications can consume too much bandwidth, causing others to experience slower speeds.
  • Sticky Devices: Devices that hold on to a connection with a distant or weaker access point even when a stronger one is available can cause performance issues.

Addressing These Challenges

All of these challenges can be mitigated with effective network design, regular monitoring, and proper investment in modern infrastructure:

  • The adoption of Wi-Fi 6/6E and Wi-Fi 7 access points and devices will address many of these issues by introducing better channel management, higher data rates, and more efficient handling of dense environments.
  • AI-driven predictive and proactive Wi-Fi RAN management can play a crucial role in optimizing network performance. AI can predict peak usage times, identify and resolve interference issues in real-time, and ensure optimal configuration of access points to deliver a better user experience.

With the right planning and technology, Wi-Fi networks can achieve a much higher quality of service, making them capable of delivering a consistent, high-quality user experience.

How Wi-Fi 6/6E and 7 Improve Quality of Experience

Wi-Fi 6/7 QoE versus legacy Wi-Fi.Previous Wi-Fi generations (Wi-Fi 4 and Wi-Fi 5) can be compared to a chaotic cocktail party, where everyone tries to talk at once; the more people present, the harder it is to communicate effectively. As a result, many messages had to be retransmitted, leading to increased latency and reduced data throughput. As shown in the diagrams below, the critical parameters for a good user experience—latency and data throughput—deteriorate rapidly as more users connect to a single Wi-Fi access point in these earlier Wi-Fi versions.

In contrast, this degradation is significantly mitigated with the introduction of Wi-Fi 6/6E and Wi-Fi 7. Wi-Fi 6 introduced Orthogonal Frequency-Division Multiple Access (OFDMA), a scheduling mechanism also used in cellular networks, which allows for more efficient and organized use of the spectrum. Today’s Wi-Fi is more like a well-coordinated choir, where a conductor controls when each voice can sing, resulting in a smoother and more deterministic user experience.

Though Wi-Fi operates on unlicensed spectrum, there is growing interest in using unlicensed spectrum for cellular as well. This shift, along with the improved efficiency and performance of Wi-Fi 6/6E and Wi-Fi 7, has led to increased respect and acceptance from 3GPP proponents.

QoE: Beyond the Radio Network

It’s easy to blame the Wi-Fi radio network for a poor user experience since it’s the most visible part of the connection. However, based on our experience, backend systems often play an equally significant role in user satisfaction. The Enea Aptilo SMP has repeatedly improved existing Wi-Fi networks by addressing backend deficiencies.

A common example is an overloaded DHCP server. At large venues like stadiums or trade shows, where thousands of users try to connect simultaneously, an overwhelmed DHCP server can prevent users from obtaining an IP address, rendering Wi-Fi access impossible. Ensuring DHCP capacity to handle such surges—and implementing overload protection—is essential. It’s better to deny a portion of users than risk a situation where no users can connect or renew their leases.

Some VPN clients cause DHCP-related issues by modifying the routing table whenever a VPN connection is established. These clients retain only the route to the VPN server, rerouting the default pathway through the VPN tunnel. This configuration causes DHCP renewal requests to be sent through the tunnel rather than directly to the DHCP server, preventing the server from receiving and responding to them. Consequently, the client may lose its IP address when the lease expires and the gateway may mark the client as “inactive” due to its lack of response to pings. The DHCP server can then reassign the IP address to another device, potentially resulting in an
IP address conflict.

Other backend and network issues that impact Wi-Fi QoE include:

  • DNS Resolution: Slow or failing DNS servers delay website loading and application connectivity, often perceived as Wi-Fi problems. Devices configured for Private DNS may cause failure to load the captive portal.
  • Authentication Delays: Slow RADIUS/AAA servers can cause connection delays or timeouts, particularly during peak times.
  • Captive Portals: Poorly optimized captive portals for guest Wi-Fi lead to slow logins and inconsistent access.
  • Network Address Translation (NAT): High user volumes can overwhelm NAT, causing connection issues.
  • Quality of Service (QoS) Misconfigurations: Incorrect QoS settings can inadvertently throttle certain types of traffic.
  • Firewalls and Security Appliances: Overloaded or misconfigured firewalls may introduce latency or block legitimate traffic. For example, clients attempting to validate certificates provided by the captive portal using OCSP may time out before they complete the validation.
  • Bandwidth Management: Ineffective bandwidth caps or fair-use policies degrade user experience.
  • Core Network Congestion: Switches, routers, or core network misconfigurations directly impact user performance.
  • ISP Issues: Problems within the ISP’s network can be misinterpreted as local Wi-Fi issues.
  • Content Filtering: Aggressive content filterin slows down web access.
  • Proxy Servers: Overloaded proxies can significantly delay browsing.

To effectively diagnose Wi-Fi performance issues, the entire network stack—from radio to backend systems—needs consideration. Furthermore, being able to troubleshoot individual sessions among potentially millions is critical and the trace should always be on otherwise it will be hard to capture intermittent issues.

Enea Aptilo SMP’s stability, scalability, powerful Distributed Tracing function, and overload protection are all vital to delivering an excellent user experience. Learn more in the next chapter.

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Across defense and aerospace programs, the expectations placed on RF power systems continue to intensify. Radar, SATCOM, electronic warfare (EW) and high-duty test environments demand various combinations of higher output power, wider bandwidth, improved linearity and increased operational reliability—often within shrinking size, weight and power consumption (SWaP) constraints.

These pressures create a set of design challenges that legacy RF power architectures can no longer solve. As programs evolve and timelines compress, engineering teams must rethink how they generate and manage RF power at the system level. The challenges include:

    • The Need for Wideband, High-Duty Power
      Next-generation radar, SATCOM and EW systems increasingly operate across multiple frequency bands—S, C, X, Ku, K and Ka—and need to support both continuous-wave (CW) and high-duty-cycle pulsed operation. This shift places significant demands on RF power architectures, which must deliver high output power across broad bandwidths while maintaining stable performance under continuous or near-continuous operating conditions. At the same time, these systems must manage elevated power densities without compromising thermal efficiency. While traditional RF power combining architectures can generate the required power, they often struggle to provide the duty-cycle flexibility, efficiency and thermal robustness needed in modern wideband applications.
    • Reliability and Lifecycle Expectations Are Rising
      Across ground, airborne and shipborne platforms, reliability expectations continue to climb. Modern systems require amplifiers with high mean time between failures (MTBF), predictable long-term performance and the ability to operate reliably under harsh environmental and mission conditions. Reducing maintenance cycles and enabling easier field replacement are now essential to maintaining readiness and controlling lifecycle costs. However, systems built around aging traveling wave tube amplifiers (TWTAs) face increasing challenges, including supply-chain constraints, end-of-life component issues and rising sustainment risk as tube technologies become more difficult to source and support.
    • SWaP-C Is Now a System-Level Constraint
      System integrators are under pressure to reduce size, weight, power consumption and cost—collectively known as SWaP-C—across entire subsystems. Amplifiers that are physically large, thermally inefficient or dependent on multiple external components can have cascading impacts throughout the design. These inefficiencies often increase the size and complexity of power supplies, cooling systems and mechanical enclosures, while also extending qualification and certification timelines. As system architectures evolve, high-density, thermally optimized amplification solutions are becoming essential to meeting program-level SWaP-C requirements.
    • Integration Complexity Slows Program Schedules
      Many existing RF power solutions require multiple external elements, such as separate driver stages, bias control boards and protection circuitry. Each additional component increases design effort, introduces more potential failure points, adds new qualification steps and ultimately extends program schedules. As timelines compress and system architectures converge, engineering teams need amplification solutions that reduce the number of external modules and streamline system-level validation. Simplified, pre-integrated designs can meaningfully shorten development cycles and reduce overall program risk.

Half the size, Built for the Mission

Qorvo’s newest SSPAs enable up to 50 percent smaller and one-third lighter system-level solutions compared to legacy traveling wave tube amplifiers (TWTAs), supporting mission continuity and long-term reliability in demanding RF environments.

QPR3238_PDP

QPR3238: 32-38 GHz Wideband GaN SSPA Module

Spatium Qpb1840N

QPB2040N: 18-40 GHz Wideband GaN SSPA

Design Challenges in RF Power Systems

What an Ideal Next-Generation Wideband SSPA Solution Should Deliver

To address these challenges, a next-generation RF power amplifier must provide a combination of efficiency, reliability, integration and long-term availability that aligns with modern program requirements.

    • High Efficiency at High Power
      An effective solution must offer robust output power across S–Ka bands, maintain consistent efficiency under both CW and high-duty-cycle operation and minimize heat generation to simplify thermal design. High efficiency directly reduces cooling requirements and enables smaller, lighter system architectures.
    • Proven Reliability in Harsh Conditions
      Next-generation systems require ruggedized packaging, robust thermal paths and amplifier architectures capable of achieving high MTBF with predictable end-of-life behavior. Solutions must withstand vibration, shock and environmental stressors to ensure consistent performance across diverse mission environments.
    • SWaP-C Optimization at the System Level
      Ideal architectures offer compact form factors, lower system weight and improved thermal performance that enables smaller cooling subsystems. By consuming less power and reducing thermal load, such solutions help decrease operating costs while streamlining overall subsystem design.
    • Integrated Functional Blocks
      Modern SSPAs should incorporate built-in bias control, integrated driver stages and a pre-aligned RF chain that simplifies system qualification. A one-module approach reduces design complexity, lowers integration risk and accelerates schedules by minimizing the number of separate components that must be sourced, tested and validated.
  • Supply Chain Stability and Long-Term Availability
    Finally, next-generation RF power solutions must be supported by stable manufacturing, minimized obsolescence risk and scalable production capacity suitable for full-rate defense and aerospace programs. Long-term availability is critical to ensuring sustainment, modernization and program continuity.

Next-Generation RF Power Amplifiers Must Provide
These performance, reliability and integration expectations are increasingly difficult to meet with vacuum-tube technologies or lower-efficiency planar SSPAs—driving an industry-wide shift toward more advanced, wideband solid-state architectures.

Wideband GaN-on-SiC SSPAs: Improving Power Density, Thermal Performance and System Reliability

Among the various solid-state approaches available today, Qorvo’s wideband GaN-based amplifier technologies—including implementations that use spatial combining techniques—provide a practical illustration of how modern SSPA architectures can address the performance, reliability and integration needs described above. These solutions demonstrate how wideband GaN devices, efficient power combining and integrated control functions can be applied to meet system-level requirements across radar, SATCOM, EW and test environments.

Qorvo’s approach brings several characteristics that directly map to the needs of today’s radar, SATCOM and EW systems:

    • Wideband, high-efficiency RF output across S-, C-, X-, Ku-, K- and Ka-bands
    • High reliability and long MTBF due to GaN-on-SiC technology and ruggedized module construction
    • Optimized SWaP-C at the total solution level, often replacing TWTA-based systems with smaller, lighter alternatives
    • Integrated bias control and driver stages for ease of system integration
    • Pre-tested, pre-aligned modules that shorten qualification timelines
  • A proven, scalable platform supported by vertically integrated manufacturing

These characteristics make Qorvo solutions suitable for replacing aging TWTAs, improving system reliability and meeting the performance and SWaP-C expectations of modern defense and aerospace programs.

 

Wideband High-Power Spatium SSPAs vs Legacy TWTAs

Conclusion

Modern RF systems demand more than incremental improvements—they require amplifier architectures that are efficient, reliable, broadband and simple to integrate. As TWTAs face supply limitations and higher sustainment costs, solid-state technology provides a compelling path forward. Solutions that combine high power, broad bandwidth, integrated functionality and rugged reliability will define the next generation of radar, EW, SATCOM and test platforms.

Qorvo’s GaN-based amplifier solutions are engineered to meet these exact demands, providing a field-proven, scalable technology path for programs seeking to modernize their RF power infrastructure.

For more information, read our press release on Qorvo’s new Spatium SSPAs replacing legacy TWTAs. Qorvo’s newest SSPAs enable up to 50 percent smaller and one-third lighter system-level solutions compared to legacy traveling wave tube amplifiers (TWTAs), supporting mission continuity and long-term reliability in demanding RF environments.

To learn more about Qorvo’s trusted RF solutions for defense and aerospace—including Spatium SSPAs and GaN-based front ends, visit www.qorvo.com/spatiumsspa.

 

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The enterprise branch has evolved from a simple extension of the data center into a critical gateway for cloud applications, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platforms, and an increasingly AI-driven workforce. But as encrypted traffic and threat volumes surge, IT leaders face an impossible choice: robust security or acceptable performance. Most branch deployments sacrifice one for the other.

To avoid compromising security or performance, branches have traditionally turned to a two-box model: a router for connectivity and a firewall for protection. This legacy approach increases complexity, costs, and operational risk. Cisco 8000 Series Secure Routers change that model by converging industry-leading routing and next-generation firewall into a single, purpose-built platform for the branch WAN edge.

Better yet, independent testing by NetSecOPEN proves that with Cisco 8000 Series Secure Routers, IT leaders no longer have to choose between performance and security.

Why independent validation matters

NetSecOPEN is a widely trusted, vendor-neutral organization known for its rigorous security efficacy and performance testing. Their evaluations use real-world traffic mixes, enterprise workloads, and current threat samples following RFC 9411 open-standard testing methodology.

NetSecOPEN’s independent validation provides an objective, unbiased assessment. Transparency and impartiality are crucial in helping to inform vendor selection and confirm that products meet industry standards and perform as claimed in practical scenarios.

Test results: setting a new benchmark

In NetSecOPEN’s rigorous evaluation, our latest generation 8375-E-G2 Secure Router sets a new benchmark for branch security and performance, with proven intrusion prevention system (IPS) effectiveness of 99.3%, 99.8% malware detection, and HTTPS and HTTP throughput of 1.63 Gbps and 8.01 Gbps, respectively. These results validate the router’s ability to block exploits, malware, and evasive threats under real-world conditions without compromising performance.

99.3%
Intrusion Prevention (IPS) Effectiveness
99.8%
Malware Detection Rate
1.63 Gbps
TLS Decryption Throughput
8.01 Gbps
Threat Protection Throughput

Figure 1: Test configuration: IPS + AMP + TLS + app ID + logging enabled

What this means for organizations

Powered by the new secure networking processor and unified Cisco platform, Cisco 8000 Series Secure Routers combine multi-threaded parallel processing, hardware-accelerated cryptography, an integrated artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML) engine, hardware trust anchor, and a post-quantum cryptography (PQC)-ready encryption engine. It’s built to deliver high-performance encrypted traffic inspection without impacting application experience—game-changing capabilities in today’s AI-driven enterprise.

This also delivers end-to-end operational and business benefits to the branch:

  • Simpler operations: One platform, one dashboard for networking and security.
  • Comprehensive security: Efficacy delivered with no performance trade-off.
  • Continuous innovation: Access to new features and capabilities through software-driven updates, eliminating the need for disruptive hardware refreshes.
  • Lower total cost: A single secure edge platform that replaces the need for standalone router and firewall appliances—reducing hardware footprint, power, space, and licensing complexity across branch deployments.

Taking the next step

The convergence of routing and secure access secure edge (SASE) with comprehensive security capabilities represents the future of branch connectivity. That future is available today with proven, independently validated performance.

Users are encountering as many as 66 threats daily—and new domains are a top culprit

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Feb. 3, 2026 – DNSFilter announced today the release of its 2026 Annual Security Report, which reveals the massive surge in new malicious domains, child sex abuse material (CSAM) and other threats. Threat volume is rising, and that is becoming a daily, user-level problem. The report is available for download here.

DNSFilter processes over 200 billion DNS queries daily and blocks about 7% of all traffic. That includes hundreds of millions of threats each day. Every request that’s blocked means phishing attempts fail, and malware isn’t executed.

Key findings from the report include:

  • Average users are encountering 30% more threats: In 2025, the average internet user was likely to encounter 66 threats per day, up from 29 in 2024.
  • AI traffic is growing exponentially: The DNSFilter network processed over 6 billion AI-related queries between October 2024 and September 2025. GenAI traffic has consistently risen month-over-month, leading to the biggest spike thus far – a 102.13% increase – in September 2025.
  • Attackers are switching tactics, swapping “general” GenAI terms for malicious site names for very specific ones. Malicious or impersonation of GenAI sites decreased 92% from April 2024 to April 2025. Instead, malicious domains that used the keyword “openai” saw an uptick.
  • Bad actors still rely heavily on new domains: New domains make up over 65% of unique threat domains, outpacing other categories by a wide margin. This indicates adversaries are optimizing for rapid deployment, short lifetimes, and constant rotation to evade controls and takedowns.
  • CSAM content is increasing as more organizations try to block it. In 2025, DNSFilter blocked 44% more CSAM content than the previous year. AI is largely driving this increase; DNSFilter partner The Internet Watch Foundation detected 26,362% more AI videos of CSAM in 2025 compared to 2024.

Ken Carnesi, CEO and co-founder, DNSFilter, said: “Our research continues to show that DNS filtering is one of the most effective ways to stop attacks before they ever reach users. Every blocked request isn’t just a data point; it’s a real attack prevented in real time. This report puts hard numbers behind the scale of that threat and the real-world harm organizations face every day.”

About the company:

DNSFilter is a cybersecurity company that protects every click, leveraging AI-driven content filtering and threat protection to block threats 10 days earlier than competitors. DNSFilter’s solution secures workers anywhere they are, helping to boost productivity, minimize compliance risk, and protect corporate brands on public Wi-Fi networks. Unlike traditional filtering solutions, DNSFilter deploys in minutes instead of days and is trusted by more than 43,000 organizations worldwide. Learn more about how DNSFilter is the first and last line of defense for corporate and hybrid networks at dnsfilter.com.

The fastest-growing products today are battery-powered, compact, and cost-sensitive, but building them is increasingly complex. Developers are under pressure to move quickly, minimize design risk, and deliver differentiated user experiences, all while working within tight power and size constraints.

This is driving strong adoption of pre-integrated, certified 2.4 GHz wireless modules as a way to reduce development cost, simplify system design, and accelerate time to market. A well-designed module eliminates the need to manage RF layout, component selection, and lengthy certification cycles, allowing teams to focus on real benefits: battery life, application features, sensor performance, and overall product differentiation.

Introducing xGM270S Wireless SiP Modules

Silicon Labs’ xGM270S wireless module family is purpose-built for this reality. These ultra-compact system-in-package (SiP) modules combine a high-performance wireless SoC, large on-chip memory, integrated RF components, and global regulatory certifications into an exceptionally small footprint. Compared to traditional PCB-based modules, xGM270S enables smaller end products, faster development cycles, and lower overall system cost, all without compromising performance or flexibility.

BGM270S: Enabling More Bluetooth LE Applications in a Compact SiP Module

The BGM270S targets a broad set of Bluetooth (LE) end-node applications, including smart home devices, asset tracking and fleet monitoring, access control, industrial automation, sport and wellness products. With a compact 6.5 × 6.5 mm LGA SiP footprint, it’s well suited for space-constrained designs where fast integration and predictable development cycles are critical.

In industrial environments, the BGM270S Bluetooth LE module works well as a controller for sensors such as temperature, pressure, and water flow. For asset tracking tags, it enables reliable connectivity with long battery life, and for portable medical devices, including oximeters and other handheld diagnostic tools, it provides a practical path to connected health monitoring and data collection. In designs with sufficient PCB area to benefit from a fully integrated module, BGM270S SiP module simplifies RF design, reduces development risk, and accelerates time to market.

MGM270S: Speeds Time to Market for Zigbee Green Power Devices

Long battery life is important for IoT end devices, but at scale—such as commercial buildings with thousands of deployed sensors—battery replacement becomes a significant operational cost. This is where the MGM270S stands out with support for Zigbee Green Power and battery-less operation.

With 768 kB of Flash and 64 kB of RAM, the MGM270S Zigbee module provides the memory footprint needed to support Zigbee Green Power while optimizing overall system cost. Its low RX and TX current enables operation from a wider range of ambient energy sources, and the compact SiP form factor makes it ideal for space-constrained devices such as sensors and switches. Combined with global regulatory certifications, MGM270S reduces both development effort and time to market for Zigbee Green Power designs.

xGM270S Wireless SiP Modules: Differentiation That Accelerates Time to Market

Across competing 2.4 GHz module offerings in this class, customers often see similar connectivity features. Where xGM270S stands out is in its combination of an ultra-compact SiP footprint, support for both Bluetooth LE and Zigbee Green Power, and the practical advantage of global certifications and production-ready software. Together, these features reduce development risk and shorten the path from prototype to production.

For customers building smart home devices, patient health monitors, or Zigbee Green Power solutions, the xGM270S value proposition is simple: enable secure, reliable wireless connectivity while keeping system costs low and accelerating time to market—without spending months becoming wireless experts.

Explore the xGM270S wireless SiP module family (BGM270S and MGM270S) to see how quickly you can bring your next connected product to life.