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qasdfdsaq 14-09-2015 20:21

Re: Broadband Hardware Trial 2015
 
Dunning-Kruger effect LOL.

Kushan 15-09-2015 10:43

Re: Broadband Hardware Trial 2015
 
In fairness, the fact that they're delaying it probably isn't a bad thing. In the past, they've pushed stuff out way before it was ready or suitable and we ended up with things like the Superhub as a result. If delaying by a month or two means we end up with a solid device at the end of it, I for one am happy.

SnoopZ 15-09-2015 11:34

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Is there any chat on the VM forum about this yet and i am guessing the trial forum isnt open yet as i can't see anything?

1andrew1 15-09-2015 12:36

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Some information on the new VM/Ziggo/Telenet/UPC Modem. Technical specs to follow in the next few weeks; roll-out by VM by end of this year.
http://www.broadbandtvnews.com/2015/...w-connect-box/

Ignitionnet 15-09-2015 12:49

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A view of the back.

https://www.cableforum.co.uk/images/...2015/09/2.jpeg

Kymmy 15-09-2015 13:10

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Ignitionnet (Post 35798115)

Why does that remind me of the old Orange Livebox........

SnoopZ 15-09-2015 13:10

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Originally Posted by Ignitionnet (Post 35798115)

Is this the kit we're likely to trial to replace the SH2?

Rexz 15-09-2015 13:11

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2 telephone sockets? Is this the VoIP we have been looking for? Are we finally moving away from POTS lines? Would be amazing if line rental was to go too!

Kymmy 15-09-2015 13:15

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You forgot the pic from the front ;)

https://www.cableforum.co.uk/images/...2015/09/1.jpeg

Kushan 15-09-2015 13:16

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Now that's interesting. VoIP as standard, as we suspected. However this stood out for me:

Quote:

During IBC, Broadcom announced the commercial availability of DOCSIS 3.1, quoting Balan Nair, Liberty Global EVP and CTO, saying “DOCSIS 3.1 is making it possible for Liberty Global to deliver enhanced services to consumers later this year.” This could indicate that the new Connect Box includes DOCSIS 3.1.
I believe the suggested rollout for DOCSIS3.1 is to start with the CPE and upgrade the network later, so this makes sense. Very exciting and somewhat unexpected.

Ignitionnet 15-09-2015 13:21

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Rexz (Post 35798120)
2 telephone sockets? Is this the VoIP we have been looking for? Are we finally moving away from POTS lines? Would be amazing if line rental was to go too!

Line rental is going nowhere.

qasdfdsaq 15-09-2015 13:22

Re: Broadband Hardware Trial 2015
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by Kushan (Post 35798122)
Now that's interesting. VoIP as standard, as we suspected. However this stood out for me:



I believe the suggested rollout for DOCSIS3.1 is to start with the CPE and upgrade the network later, so this makes sense. Very exciting and somewhat unexpected.

Ignition has been adamant it's a no, and D3.1 isn't required for anything they're releasing here anytime soon. The VoC capabilities rely on packetcable, not D3.1

Rexz 15-09-2015 13:31

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Ignitionnet (Post 35798124)
Line rental is going nowhere.

I am moving into a new house next month and am contemplating just getting a broadband service only from Virginmedia and using VoIP. Does anyone here have a similar setup?

Ignitionnet 15-09-2015 14:19

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Originally Posted by qasdfdsaq (Post 35798125)
Ignition has been adamant it's a no, and D3.1 isn't required for anything they're releasing here anytime soon. The VoC capabilities rely on packetcable, not D3.1

I was also adamant that it'd be off the shelf kit. I was wrong.

RainmakerRaw 15-09-2015 14:22

Re: Broadband Hardware Trial 2015
 
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Originally Posted by Ignitionnet (Post 35798128)
I was also adamant that it'd be off the shelf kit. I was wrong.

About the off-the-shelf kit, DOCSIS 3.1, or both? Hmm... :naughty:


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