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2026-08-03
Canada's ISED Officially Releases RSS-310 Issue 6: Major Updates to Radio Frequency Equipment Requirements
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) has formally issued RSS-310, Issue 6, “Licence-Exempt Radio Apparatus: Category II Equipment,” replacing Issue 5, which has been in effect since 2020
2026-07-28
6G Developments: Past, Present and Future
The formulation of 6G standards has entered a more concrete phase. At the 3GPP RAN Plenary Meeting held in Singapore in June 2026, the industry made progress in multiple key research areas and finalized the timeline for Release 21, which is regarded as the first standard version expected to formally define 6G.
2026-06-30
Bluetooth Core 6.3 and TCRL pkg103 Released – Certification Opens Today
The Bluetooth SIG has officially released Core Specification 6.3 and the accompanying TCRL pkg103. Product certification under the new specification is effective immediately. This update integrates technical specification maintenance revisions and errata fixes to Core TCRL_p9. Modules including IOPT, HIDS, and HOGP have been refreshed, while GATTBased, MESH, and legacy profiles remain stable. The
2026-05-29
Television sets fail to meet ETSI EN 303 340 testing standards and their export to the EU is blocked
Digital TV sets, set-top boxes and other products are exported to the European Union. Everyone should be quite familiar with the need to meet multimedia product standards such as EN 55032 and EN 55035. For instance, receiver products equipped with external antenna input (tuner) ports and capable of receiving DVB-T and/or DVB-T2 signals for terrestrial digital TV broadcasting, The ETSI EN 303 340 s
2026-04-22
Critical Notice for New ETSI EN 300 220-2 V3.3.1 Certification: Missing Documents Will Halt Testing!
The European Union released the new ETSI EN 300 220-2 V3.3.1 standard for Sub-1G radio equipment in March 2025, which significantly raises the complexity of certification and testing compared to the previous version, bringing new challenges to both test laboratories and manufacturers. Based on Annex G of the standard, this article clarifies the 22 core EUT properties that manufacturers must declar
2026-03-18
MWC2026 – In-depth Analysis of U6G, Wi-Fi 8 and 6G RF Technology Advancements
MWC2026 (Mobile World Congress 2026) has concluded as scheduled in Barcelona. As a bellwether of the global communications industry, the event focused on the deep integration of AI + Communications, showcasing core breakthroughs in next-generation communication technologies.
2026-03-02
Major Update to EU Sub-1G Standard ETSI EN 300 220-2, Mandatory from June 2027!
The EU Sub-1G band standard ETSI EN 300 220-2 has released a new version, V3.3.1, transitioning from a structure previously used in conjunction with EN 300 220-1 to a standalone, integrated standard. The new version introduces significant adjustments in test items, scope, and receiver performance, adding several new testing requirements and tightening temperature test ranges. This standard will be
2026-01-26
Bluetooth Alliance Launches New Contributing Adopter Membership, with Fee Adjustments and Technical Updates Taking Effect Simultaneously
The Bluetooth Special Interest Group (Bluetooth SIG) officially introduced the "Contributing Adopter" membership on January 5, 2026, divided into large and small categories, offering discounts on DN number purchases. Additionally, the alliance will adjust membership fees effective March 1, 2026, and enforce the TCRLpkg101 technical update starting February 2, 2026, covering Core 6.2 and multiple p
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2025-10-31
[Update] GCF Certification Requirements Update - 2025Q4
In 2025Q4, the GCF (Global Certification Forum) released the new version v3.99.0 of GCF-CC. GCF-CC v3.99.0 will take effect on October 22, 2025, and will be mandatory on February 3, 2026 (GCF-CC v3.98.1 will be valid until February 2, 2026).
2025-09-01
BTL Laboratory Demonstrates Outstanding Technical Prowess in BQB Proficiency Testing
In the 2025 BQB proficiency testing program initiated by CVC, BTL Laboratory submitted highly satisfactory results, earning recognition for its data accuracy and technical capabilities. This exceptional performance reinforces BTL's professional standing in the field of wireless testing and provides solid assurance for clients' global product certification.
2025-08-12
Japan's Radio Law REDCAP New Chapter: NR Light, 5G NR Rel.17
Starting from the earliest date of the public consultation draft on January 30, 2025 (entitled "Introducing RedCap/eRedCap to Improve the System") to the release of TELEC T161 V6.0 by the TELEC organization and the publication of the "Test Methods for 5G NR (Sub-6 GHz Band) Land Mobile Stations (RedCap/eRedCap)" by the DSPR organization on June 24, 2025. Unless there is a subsequent announcement b
2025-03-26
The SIG has released a new trademark license agreement, are you aware of the changes?
On March 11, 2025, the Bluetooth Special Interest Group released the Bluetooth Trademark License Agreement Version 1.8, optimizing the trademark usage guidelines to ensure the consistency of the brand's visual image.
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2024-12-20
[Update] GCF Certification Requirements Update - 2024Q4
In 2024Q4, the GCF (Global Certification Forum) released the new version v3.95.0 of GCF-CC. GCF-CC v3.95.0 will take effect on October 23, 2024, and will be mandatory on February 4, 2025 (GCF-CC v3.94.0 will be valid until February 3 2025).
2024-12-06
[Interpretation] The new version of EN 301 893 has been officially released, and Band 4 has new standards that can be implemented?
After 6 years, the CE Wi-Fi 5G standard ETSI EN 301 893 has finally been updated to V2.2.1. Compared to the old version V2.1.1, what has the new standard updated? This article will provide a detailed explanation for everyone.
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2024-09-26
[Preview] IC Wi-Fi 6E VLP device is coming!
After the FCC Wi-Fi 6E update added a new device VLP, IC followed suit and also released the RSS-248 draft regulation, adding VLP devices. This article introduces the differences in certification requirements for IC VLP devices compared to similar devices in Europe and America.
2024-07-08
[Announcement] GCF announces certification for 450 MHz bands
On June 6, 2024, the GCFannounced that it is adding devices using the 450 MHz band (currently corresponding to the LTE bands B31 and B72) to the GCF''s certification program. Manufacturers will be able to GCF certify LTE devices that use the spectrum range within 450 MHz, especially those related to industrial, utility, and critical communications equipment and applications.
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2024-04-24
[real stuff] What are the certification requirements for FCC Wi-Fi 6E VLP devices?
In March, the FCC just updated regulations and added new device VLP, and now KDB has also updated new devices. It seems that the certification application is not far away. This article introduces the certification requirements for VLP devices.
2024-04-23
SparkLink comes on, BTL assists in SparkLink certification
SparkLink, new short-range wireless communication arrived, has advantages such as lower power consumption, faster speed, lower latency, more stable connection, wider coverage, and larger networking. This article mainly introduces the open frequency band, specification parameters, testing standards, and testing items.
2024-02-20
[Interpretation] NCC Low Power RF Technical Specifications Updated!
The old version 109 of the LP0002 Low Power RF Equipment Technical Specification was released in 2020. Four years have passed, and what changes have occurred to the standard? This article provides an analysis for everyone.
2023-12-20
[Reminder] CTIA outage notification
The CTIA outage notice is issued to alert relevant manufacturers to their PTCRB certification schedule to avoid affecting the delivery of their project; and also include the relevant process for PTCRB certification to facilitate manufacturer understanding.
2023-10-18
Looking Forward | Do you know what changes will be made to the CE Wi-Fi 5G standard?
The latest CE Wi-Fi 5G standard publicly available on the ETSI official website is still the ETSI EN 301 893 V2.1.1 version released in 2017. Six years have passed, what changes are about to occur in the standards? This article provides an analysis for everyone.
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2022-09-15
[Interpretation] Japan opens Wi-Fi 6E certification
It has been more than two years since the FCC first opened Wi-Fi 6E, and Japan has been slow to come. It finally announced the opening of Wi-Fi 6E band 5 in April this year, and issued a provincial decree in September to determine the technical requirements. The Japanese DSP agency also followed suit and released the Wi-Fi 6E test method. Since then, it has opened the Wi-Fi 6E certification applic
2022-09-15
BTL is recognized by Qualcomm Smart Transmit test
BTL Songshan Lake Laboratory, the newly purchased equipment Speag Dasy 8 has been installed and adjusted. At present, the latest Days 8 can support 5G FR2 Power Density test capability, and has obtained Qualcomm Smart Transmit test software authorization and test laboratory accreditation.
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2022-05-11
[Interpretation] EU ETSI official website public Wi-Fi 6E standard EN 303 687
Previously, the CE Wi-Fi 6E standard EN 303 687 has been in an unpublished state (visible only to members). Recently, the first draft of the standard was finally published on the ETSI official website. This article brings you the interpretation of this version of the standard.
2022-04-28
Australian Wi-Fi 6E band Update
Since the United States took the lead in opening Wi-Fi 6E, all countries have actively organized discussions on issues related to opening Wi-Fi 6E. After careful consideration, Australia decided to open band 5 first, and released relevant technical requirements on March 3 this year. This article shares relevant information about Wi-Fi 6E in Australia.
2022-03-14
Interpretation of FCC Wi-Fi new band 5.9GHz (UNII-4) regulation
As soon as the traditional Wi-Fi bands 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz were broken by the new band Wi-Fi 6E, the FCC couldn''t wait to expand the use of 5.9 GHz for Wi-Fi, actively promoted the formulation and improvement of regulations, and finally released the official version of KDB on March 3 this year. This article shares the regulatory information of Wi-Fi 5.9 GHz.
2022-03-07
Interpretation of FCC KDB 680106 wireless charging (WPT) update
With the progress of the times and the development of technology, smart phones have become something that everyone has and often accompanies. At present, the mainstream charging mode is still the traditional wired charging mode, and wireless charging (WPT) is also quietly rising, which has also spawned the birth of a variety of wireless charging base station products, which has brought new challen
2022-02-09
Brief introduction of Bluetooth version, certification and test
As we all know, Bluetooth is a well-known and commonly used function, but it is not so familiar with the testing and certification requirements of Bluetooth single-mode and dual-mode. This article takes you to understand the development history of Bluetooth and the testing and certification scheme of Bluetooth.
2021-11-26
Draft ETSI EN 301 908-13 V13.2.0 update
The European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) updated the CE certification standard EN 301 908-13 for LTE user equipment in November. The drafted standard EN 301 908-13 V13.2.0 is expected to be Official Journal in 2022. Compare with current version, the new version of the standard has further improved the requirements described on below
2021-10-13
ETSI EN 301 908-1 V15.1.1(2021-09) Standard analysis
The European Telecommunications Standardization Institute (ETSI) launched the IMT cellular network in September; Harmonised standards for the use of radio spectrum; Part I: Introduction and General Requirements ETSI EN 301 908-1 V15.1.1(2021-09) will become mandatory on 30 June 2023. The new version of the standard improves on the current tests compared to the previous version.
2021-06-22
Interpretation of EN 303 417 Regulation
In the face of more and more wireless charging (WPT) products entering the European market, in order to ensure that the products can pass the European customs smoothly, it is necessary to carry out the relevant CE certification. This article is the interpretation of WPT RF regulation ETSI EN 303417 V1.1.1, which provides some reference for those who do not understand this regulation.