Alcatel-Lucent, Qualcomm to Develop Next-Generation of Small Cells for Ultra-Broadband Wireless Access

Alcatel-Lucent

and Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated.

, announced today a plan to collaborate to develop small cell base stations that enhance 3G, 4G and WiFi networks to improve wireless connectivity in residential and enterprise environments. These next-generation small cells would combine Alcatel-Lucent's proven expertise and innovation in developing small cell solutions with Qualcomm Technologies' industry-leading mobile and networking technologies, to enable ultra-broadband wireless communications. The planned collaboration brings the two industry leaders in wireless communications together in the development of small cells to enhance wireless network reception in environments such as urban areas, shopping malls and other enterprise venues.