Category: 5G
UK’s mobile networks working together to tackle mobile ‘not spots’
The UK’s big four mobile operators have agreed to work together on a shared 4G rural network plan that aims to bring connectivity to 'mobile not spots' - areas of the country with poor mobile coverage. EE, O2, Three and Vodafone will collectively fund £530 million towards a network of new and existing phone masts…
O2 begins rollout of its 5G network
O2 has become the latest mobile operator to launch its 5G network in the UK, with the introduction of the new high-speed network in six towns and cities. The operator has started its rollout in Belfast, Cardiff, Edinburgh, London, Slough and Leeds and also promised to reach 20 locations by the end of the year.…
5G will not solve UK rural connectivity problems, uSwitch claims
The introduction of 5G networks will not solve rural connectivity issues, new research from uSwitch has claimed. uSwitch.com says its latest survey has found that many phone users are still struggling with 4G signal, and many have no current plans to upgrade to 5G because most of the launch sites are cities and urban areas.…
Estonia to restrict government use of Huawei 5G technology
Estonia is set to restrict the use of equipment and technology from Chinese telecom giant Huawei in its government sector. Officials in the country, which is one of Europe’s most wired and technologically advanced nations, cited security concerns and recommendations by the US, a key NATO ally. The Estonian news site Delfi reported that foreign…
Defence Secretary highlights issues facing Huawei over 5G network
A decision on whether or not to allow the use of Huawei telecoms equipment in parts of Britain’s new 5G networks is not just technical – but also about behaviour, the Defence Secretary has said. Ben Wallace was speaking at the defence and security arms fair DSEI, when he revealed the Government would publish a…
iPhone 11 cameras welcome but lack of 5G could harm sales, says expert
The new line-up of iPhone 11 handsets has exceeded expectations but a lack of 5G support could limit the Apple products’ appeal and sales, according to one industry analyst. Ru Bhikha, mobiles expert at uSwitch.com, said that although there was no expectation of a major iPhone revamp this year, the newest devices and their focus…
Samsung announces first mid-range 5G smartphone
Samsung has unveiled a new Galaxy A90 5G-enabled mid-range smartphone, which the company hopes will enable more people to access 5G. The new Galaxy A90 5G has been announced ahead of the IFA technology trade show in Berlin, which opens later this week. The first 5G networks began rolling out in the UK earlier this…
UK aims for Huawei 5G decision ‘by the autumn’
The fate of Huawei’s involvement in the UK’s 5G network could be decided by the end of the year, Digital Secretary Nicky Morgan has said. 5G equipment made by the Chinese firm is currently subject to security concerns amid accusations of links to the Chinese government, which the company has denied. The UK is considering…
What is 5G and how fast is it?
The Government has announced plans to speed up the roll-out of 5G technology and improve mobile phone signals in rural areas as part of efforts to increase innovation across the UK. 5G networks have already begun to launch across parts of the country, with several mobile operators switching on their networks in a number of…
‘Super Masts’ planned to improve rural phone signal
Scores of new super masts could be built across the British countryside as part of Government plans to eliminate mobile phone blind spots. Digital Secretary Nicky Morgan said she wanted to shake up planning restrictions to allow mobile phone networks to build ground-based masts exceeding the current rules prohibiting structures over 25 metres on public…
