T-Mobile follow AT&T in dropping Nokia for Ericsson in RAN shift

T-Mobile follow AT&T in dropping Nokia for Ericsson in RAN shift
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Analyst Earl Lum predicts T-Mobile will replace Nokia with Ericsson for its radio access network (RAN) due to longstanding technical issues, particularly with Nokia’s MIMO radio fans. AT&T reportedly switched to Ericsson from Nokia for its RAN in 2023, citing technical performance issues, particularly with Nokia's MIMO hardware. The move underscored Ericsson’s growing dominance in the North American telecom market. Verizon, meanwhile, continues to utilize a multivendor approach but is closely watching Nokia's position amidst industry shifts.