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10/14Wed
  1. Tech Times Technology and Industry Trends79

    New FCC Rules Take Effect; Devices Containing Huawei or ZTE Logic Hardware Components Cannot Receive U.S. Equipment Authorization

    FCC Order No. 26-50 prohibits radiofrequency devices containing logic-bearing hardware components produced by entities on the Covered List, including Huawei and ZTE, from receiving new U.S. equipment authorizations. Pending applications may proceed under the previous rules, but adding, replacing, or modifying such components triggers the new rules. Passive components are outside the scope of the restrictions, while software, firmware, and mandatory bills of materials remain under consideration. The article’s body says the rules take effect “today,” while its Q&A says they apply to new applications filed on or after October 13, 2026, leaving the effective-date descriptions inconsistent.

    Why selected:The rules extend authorization reviews to chip sourcing, making component traceability beyond the finished-product brand and changes to pending applications important factors in determining access to the U.S. market.

10/10Sat
  1. AMZ123 Cross-Border Headlines74

    U.S. FCC Proposes Restricting Overseas Device Testing and Certification; Vote Set for October 29

    On October 7, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission announced a plan to hold a public meeting vote on October 29 to consider rules restricting laboratories that test electronic devices for compliance. The draft rules state that testing laboratories, certification bodies, and laboratory accreditation bodies in countries and regions that have not signed a mutual recognition arrangement (MRA) or an equivalent reciprocal trade agreement with the United States may not perform testing and certification for FCC equipment authorizations. China is a primary affected party.

10/9Fri
  1. Tech Times Technology and Industry Trends31

    FCC weighs proposals on D2D, a mid-band spectrum auction, and cellular spectrum for drones

    The U.S. FCC is considering three wireless connectivity rule changes and plans to vote later this month: reforming direct-to-device (D2D) communications rules, auctioning 25 megahertz of mid-band spectrum, and opening about 50 megahertz of spectrum in the 800 MHz cellular band to drones. The proposals could create new opportunities for satellite operators, wireless companies, and drone manufacturers.

10/8Thu
  1. U.S. FCC Federal Register rules and notices17

    U.S. FCC Seeks Public Comment on Information Collection Burden

    The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public comment on an information collection, with comments due by December 7, 2026. The FCC is asking whether the proposed information collection is necessary to perform the Commission’s functions, whether its burden estimates are accurate, and how automated collection technologies could reduce the burden on respondents. The FCC is also specifically seeking input on ways to further reduce the information collection burden on small businesses with fewer than 25 employees.

  2. Analytics Insight AI and Technology News27

    Amazon-owned Ring launches its first smart lock, with a hand-crank dial for when the battery runs out

    Amazon-owned Ring launches its first smart lock for $249, featuring a built-in hand-crank dial that can manually generate power to unlock the door temporarily when the main battery is depleted. The lock offers four unlocking methods: fingerprint, touch keypad, the Ring app, and Amazon Alexa. It connects via Amazon Sidewalk, and the main battery lasts about one year. The product is expected to launch in the United States in the first quarter of 2027 and will be available in black, silver, and copper. It has not yet received FCC certification.

10/7Wed
  1. MacRumors Apple Product and Technology News41

    First Look at LG and Apple’s Smart Home Products: Thermostat, Temperature Sensor, and Smart Lock

    FCC Filings Reveal Three LG Smart Home Accessories: The TMCTAW5W thermostat supports 2.4/5GHz Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Thread, and 60GHz radar; the TMST2A6W temperature sensor uses a CR2477 coin cell battery; and the TMCDD15G/TMCDD15S smart lock supports Bluetooth, Thread, NFC, and UWB, using UWB positioning for automatic unlocking when nearby.

9/11Fri