Sprint, Clearwire ponder options
An article in the Wall Street Journal sheds a bit more light some of the plans Sprint and Clearwire have been considering for their WiMAX businesses after ending their plans to build out a nationwide network together. The article, which features a rare interview with Clearwire's Craig McCaw (although very light on the quotes and attributions), says Sprint's board last week rejected a plan to spin off the WiMAX unit and merge it with Clearwire. Meanwhile, it says Clearwire is holding discussions with parties that might include Intel, Comcast and Google about a direct partnership.
For more:
- read this Wall Street Journal article (sub. req.)
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- End of Sprint-Clearwire deal means dirty work remains
- Sprint, Clearwire cancel WiMAX pairing
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Posted by Quemann | November 16, 2007 - 6:31pm
Google's android needs to be paired with the 700 Mhz spectrum to synergize its wireless initiatives beyond Open Handset Alliance.
Likewise, Sprint/Clearwire pairing hangs in the balance, depending on Google's next step.
