EXHIBIT 16(C) August 27, 2004 Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: 5G Wireless Communications, Inc. File No. 000-30448 Dear Sir or Madam: We have read Item 4.01 of the Form 8-K/A of 5G Wireless Communications, Inc. dated August 27, 2004, and agree with the statements concerning our Firm contained therein. Very truly yours, /s/ CARTER AND BALSAM, A PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION - -------------------------------------------------