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Airspan® Networks’ AirStrand® 2200 First CBRS 5G Stand Alone Small Cell Radio to Receive FCC Approval for US Network Use

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Airspan Networks Holdings Inc. (NYSE American: MIMO) has announced its AirStrand 2200 solution is the first CBRS 5G Stand Alone small cell radio approved by the FCC. Utilizing Qualcomm® FSM100 5G RAN Platform, this product operates on the CBRS n48 spectrum band. The AirStrand 2200 simplifies deployment for cable operators, enabling a single technician to install six radios in a day, accelerating 5G network densification. This follows Airspan's expansion into the fast-growing CBRS market and emphasizes its innovative capabilities in wireless technology.

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  • First FCC-approved CBRS 5G Stand Alone small cell radio.
  • AirStrand 2200 simplifies deployment, allowing rapid installation.
  • Positions Airspan favorably in the fast-growing CBRS market.
  • Highlights innovation and leadership in 5G solutions.
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BOCA RATON, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Airspan Networks Inc., a subsidiary of Airspan Networks Holdings Inc. (NYSE American: MIMO), a U.S.-based provider of groundbreaking, disruptive software and hardware for 5G networks, reported today that its AirStrand 2200 solution is the first Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) 5G Stand Alone small cell radio approved by the FCC for use on US networks.

The AirStrand 2200 is powered by the Qualcomm® FSM100 5G RAN Platform, and operates on the CBRS n48 spectrum band. The Airspan solution was officially approved by the FCC this month.

This industry first is another example of Airspan’s leadership and innovation. It follows the successful completion of 5G interoperability tests of three levels in CBRS spectrum band (n48) using, for the first time, a mobile test device powered by Snapdragon® X60 5G Modem-RF System from Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. This significant achievement will help create opportunities for deployment and will enable better user experiences in a wide array of scenarios using CBRS spectrum. For example, the AirStrand 2200 is a great choice for cable operator networks being deployed using CBRS spectrum. The solution simplifies time to market, leveraging the MSO’s infrastructure, in particular the strands where the AirStrand can be hung, while using the existing DOCSIS at the strands for energy and backhaul connectivity. A single technician can deploy six of these radios in one day, accelerating the densification of 5G networks.

In July, Airspan announced the launch of several new 5G indoor and outdoor products to tackle the fast-growing market for CBRS, cable providers and private networks solutions. The new portfolio, including the introduction of Airspan’s first 5G CBRS solutions, also includes feature-rich software to provide network densification and capacity enhancements. The wireless market has been revolutionized by the addition of new players, courtesy of CBRS spectrum and spectrum for private networks is becoming available worldwide. New opportunities through CBRS, private networks and cable providers looking to expand into wireless have led quickly to a new set of solutions and features that non-traditional carriers are now adopting, at increasing rates.

“We are proud of this industry first, which is another testament to our very talented and dedicated engineers and R&D team,” said Airspan President and CEO Eric Stonestrom. “Combining our extensive software, hardware and air interface innovations with first-to-market solutions is a winning formula to provide our customers with the best end-to-end 5G network solutions.”

“As a leader in wireless technology innovation, Qualcomm Technologies is proud to continue helping the ecosystem realize the full capabilities of 5G with our RAN product portfolio,” said Gerardo Giaretta, Senior Director, Product Management, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. “We are excited for the opportunities to come as CBRS further commercializes for various verticals and evolving use cases.”

About Airspan

Airspan Networks Holdings Inc. (NYSE American: MIMO) is a U.S.-based provider of groundbreaking, disruptive software and hardware for 5G networks, and a pioneer in end-to-end Open RAN solutions that provide interoperability with other vendors. As a result of innovative technology and significant R&D investments to build and expand 5G solutions, Airspan believes it is well-positioned with 5G indoor and outdoor, Open RAN, private networks for enterprise customers and industrial use applications, fixed wireless access (FWA), and CBRS solutions to help mobile network operators of all sizes deploy their networks of the future, today. With over one million cells shipped to 1,000 customers in more than 100 countries, Airspan has global scale. For more information, visit www.airspan.com.

Airspan and AirStrand are registered trademarks of Airspan Networks Inc.

Snapdragon, Qualcomm and FSM are trademarks or registered trademarks of Qualcomm Incorporated.

Snapdragon and Qualcomm FSM100 5G RAN Platform are products of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries.

Howie Waterman

hwaterman@airspan.com

917-359-5505

Source: Airspan Networks Inc.

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What is Airspan Networks Holdings Inc. known for?

Airspan Networks Holdings Inc. (NYSE American: MIMO) specializes in innovative software and hardware solutions for 5G networks.

What recent approval did Airspan Networks receive?

Airspan's AirStrand 2200 is the first CBRS 5G Stand Alone small cell radio approved by the FCC.

How does AirStrand 2200 benefit cable operators?

The AirStrand 2200 allows a single technician to install six radios in one day, speeding up 5G network deployment.

What technology powers the AirStrand 2200?

The AirStrand 2200 is powered by the Qualcomm® FSM100 5G RAN Platform.

What opportunities does the AirStrand 2200 create?

The solution enables better user experiences and quicker deployment in various scenarios using the CBRS spectrum.

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