Press Releases

Ericsson and Telstra claim to complete Australia’s first 5G end-to-end standalone call

The call was conducted over 3.6GHz spectrum using Ericsson’s Baseband 6630, Radio AIR6488 and a 5G SA device based on a MediaTek chipset. (more…)

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July 24, 2019

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Skyworks expands 5G infrastructure portfolio

Skyworks Solutions, Inc., an innovator of high performance analog semiconductors connecting people, places and things, launched a broad range of advanced, proprietary solutions optimised for next generation 5G wireless infrastructure applications. (more…)

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Posted by: Anasia D'mello

T-Mobile lights up LTE in the Gulf of Mexico

The Un-carrier now has you covered by land, by air and by sea. T-Mobile claimed to announce it’s the first major wireless provider to launch LTE coverage in the Gulf of Mexico, changing the game for offshore businesses and consumers alike. (more…)

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IBM and AT&T announce multi-year strategic alliance

IBM and AT&T announced a multi-year strategic alliance. Under the agreement AT&T Communications will use IBM’s expertise to modernise AT&T Business Solutions’ internal software applications, enabling migrations to the IBM Cloud. (more…)

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July 17, 2019

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Verizon and Ericsson claim to be first to introduce cloud-native technology in a live wireless core network environment

In a proof-of-concept trial in a live network environment, Verizon and Ericsson have introduced cloud native, container based technology on the core of Verizon’s active network. (more…)

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July 16, 2019

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Ericsson, T-Mobile, and Qualcomm data session success takes step towards delivering 5G on low-band spectrum

Ericsson, T-Mobile, and Qualcomm Technologies claimed to complete the world’s first low-band 5G-New Radio (NR) data session on a commercial 5G modem. (more…)

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July 15, 2019

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

5G boosts the maximum real-world download speed by up to 2.7 times 4G users’ top speeds

In Opensignal’s latest analysis of 5G, we’ve looked at the maximum real-world speeds seen in eight countries which have launched 5G services. The maximum download speeds smartphone users see are much faster than the average speeds experienced by 5G users as we expected.  (more…)

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July 9, 2019

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Taiwan Star Telecom expands LTE services and prepares for 5G migration with Nokia end-to-end portfolio

Nokia announced that TST (Taiwan Star Telecom) has chosen the Nokia end-to-end (E2E) solution to expand the coverage and capacity of its LTE network to support subscriber growth. The new solution will also enable TST to offer narrowband Internet of Things (IoT) services, as well as prepare TST to migrate to 5G services in the future. The expansion will enhance network quality and improve the user experience. (more…)

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July 5, 2019

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Nokia’s digitalisation of its 5G Oulu factory recognised by the World Economic Forum as an “Advanced 4th Industrial Revolution Lighthouse”

Nokia‘s 5G “factory of the future” in Oulu, Finland was selected by McKinsey and the World Economic Forum as an Advanced 4th Industrial Revolution (4IR) Lighthouse, reflecting leadership and proven success in adopting and implementing 4IR technologies at scale. (more…)

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July 4, 2019

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Vodafone goes live with Ericsson 5G technology in London

Ericsson’s 5G technology leadership was at the heart of Vodafone UK’s launch of 5G for consumer and business customers in London. The spectacular cityscape views of London’s Sky Garden hosted a dedicated launch event powered by Ericsson 5G technology, including a virtual demonstration with highlights from the latest Ericsson ConsumerLab Report: 5G Consumer Potential. (more…)

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Posted by: Anasia D'mello