Mosaik Solutions

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Mosaik Solutions (formerly American Roamer) [1] was a company that specializes in wireless coverage data and wireless coverage maps, based in Memphis, Tennessee before being acquired by Ookla. [2]

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The company collects and crowdsources carrier signal quality from major telecommunications providers or users who have its consumer or enterprise mobile application installed. The data is used to provide insights into places around the world without access to cellular coverage [3] and the development of new coverage patterns, [4] as well as to provide maps showing what provider offers the best service in an area. [5]

In 2011, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), recognized Mosaik Solutions as the "industry standard" for the presence of wireless service at the census-block level. [6] [ page needed ]

History

In 2016, Mosaik purchased Sensorly, [7] [8] a free app developed to crowdsource cellular network performance service and provide coverage mapping for wireless networks worldwide.

Products and services

MapELEMENTS

MapELEMENTS software is a visualization tool that allows users to analyze data from the largest cellular coverage database in the world.

CellMaps

CellMaps is an interactive mapping solution that allows companies to show their network coverage directly on their website through an iframe or API. [9] In 2013 Mosaik launched an android app for CellMaps that provides data directly from carriers so that users can determine what carrier meets their needs in a given area. On the map you can overlay multiple carriers, zoom to street-view level, and drop a pin onto any given spot to get a breakdown of carrier service in that area. [10]

Signal Insights App

Signal Insights is an SaaS platform service available for android users that measures and analyzes the customer's experience in cellular or Wi-Fi networks. [11] Indoor mode allows a user to upload a building floor plan and then map and test specific points in the building for cellular or Wi-Fi connectivity. [12]

Sensorly App

Sensorly is a free app that crowdsources cellular network performance to provide coverage mapping [13] worldwide and mobile speed data [14] to help consumers make informed decisions when choosing a cellular carrier. [15] In February 2017, Sensorly launched Map Trip, a feature that allows users to map their routes and share with others their signal data at a particular point in real time. [16]

TowerSource

TowerSource is a resource for locating cell towers and identifying ownership, availability, fiber routes, type and height. [17] It was acquired by Mosaik Solutions in September 2014.

Network Validator

Network Validator is a SaaS solution designed for users to quickly determine whether global cellular networks exist - by country, operator and wireless technology.

CoverageRight

CoverageRight is composed of licensed GIS file datasets that identify the marketed coverage of wireless operators in the United States and worldwide. It enables users to perform spatial analyses, monitor competitive build-outs, analyze coverage trends and assemble roaming footprints. This data has been utilized by the FCC to analyze wireless coverage nationwide. [18]

Network QoE

Network QoE is an enterprise platform that uses crowdsourced data from cellular devices to detect wireless network issues including 3G, 4G and wifi accessibility, network coverage holes and data performance issues.

Wireless Spectrum Report

In March 2017, Mosaik Solutions launched the Wireless Spectrum Report, a tabular dataset detailing facts about spectrum ownership and availability in the United States.

Related Research Articles

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Small cell

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References

  1. ↑ "American Roamer rebrands as Mosaik Solutions". www.mobileeurope.co.uk. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
  2. ↑ "Mosaik: T-Mobile lags on low-band spectrum, hurting LTE coverage overall in U.S. | FierceWireless". www.fiercewireless.com. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
  3. ↑ Guerrini, Federico. "Unable To Unplug While On Vacation? This App Will Show The Nearest Place Without Internet". Forbes. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
  4. ↑ "Mosaik Solutions shows quarter-by-quarter LTE coverage development in the U.S. | FierceWireless". www.fiercewireless.com. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
  5. ↑ Gelles, David. "Are Potential Cable Mergers Good for Consumers?". DealBook. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
  6. ↑ "FCC Releases Connect America Fund Order, Reforms USF/ICC for Broadband". Federal Communications Commission. 2015-12-14. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
  7. ↑ "Memphis tech company buys French wireless app" . Retrieved 2017-03-06.
  8. ↑ "Mobile network coverage startup Sensorly acquired by Mosaik". VentureBeat. 2 February 2016. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
  9. ↑ "CellMaps | Interactive Mapping Solution | Mosaik". www.mosaik.com. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
  10. ↑ "Mosaik Solutions shows quarter-by-quarter LTE coverage development in the U.S. | FierceWireless". www.fiercewireless.com. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
  11. ↑ "The New Must-Have for Commercial Property Owners: In-Building Cell". PCMAG. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
  12. ↑ "Can you hear me now? Testing in-building signal strength". RCR Wireless News. 2015-09-09. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
  13. ↑ "Want Real World Maps for LTE Coverage? There's an App for That - The Mac Observer". The Mac Observer. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
  14. ↑ Meyer, David (2013-09-30). "Sensorly adds mobile speed data to crowdsourced coverage map app". gigaom.com. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
  15. ↑ "How to decide which wireless carrier is best". WTOP. 2017-01-23. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
  16. ↑ "Sensorly App Launches Crowdsourcing Feature For Tracking And Sharing Carrier Coverage And Speed". Tech Times. 2017-02-21. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
  17. ↑ "Cell tower site acquisition and ownership: tips and tools". RCR Wireless News. 2015-12-18. Retrieved 2017-03-06.
  18. ↑ "Annual Report and Analysis of Competitive Market Conditions With Respect to Mobile Wireless, Including Commercial Mobile Services" (PDF). www.fcc.gov. Federal Communications Commission. September 23, 2016. pp. 95, 101, 114.
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