Tag: 5G
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…
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…
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…
Scotland aiming to be leader in 5G technology
Nicola Sturgeon has said she hopes Scotland will become a leading country in embracing 5G technology. The First Minister spoke in Glasgow on Monday as the Scottish Government unveiled a new plan to support use of the technology. 5G is the next generation of mobile network and is expected to offer internet speeds several times…
Three switches on 5G home broadband
Three is the latest firm to switch on its 5G network, starting with a 5G home broadband service across parts of London. The firm is the third operator to kick off next-generation connection speeds in the UK, although it will not be available to 5G-capable smartphones until later this year. 5G technology is the next…
Huawei founder says ‘UK won’t say no to us’ over 5G
The founder and chief executive of Huawei has said Britain “won’t say no to us” over the Chinese firm’s involvement in the rollout of 5G mobile internet infrastructure. The UK is considering the inclusion of Huawei equipment in the project after US president Donald Trump in May effectively banned the company from trading with American…
Samsung to unveil Galaxy Note 10 smartphone
Samsung is set to unveil its latest Galaxy Note smartphone, with support for 5G expected to be among the feature updates on the new handset. The technology giant is holding a live event in New York where it will formally announce its latest flagship device – expected to be the Galaxy Note 10. Reports suggest…
Honor releases 20 Pro smartphone despite Huawei scrutiny
Honor is planning to release its latest 20 Pro handset in the UK next month despite ongoing scrutiny around its owner, Huawei. The Honor 20 Pro’s launch in May came just a week after an executive order that effectively banned Huawei from trading with US companies without approval. Although US President Donald Trump appears to…
O2 reveals locations for 5G including Arsenal Emirates stadium
The UK’s second biggest mobile phone operator has revealed it will roll out its 5G network in October this year. The super-fast service for O2 customers will be switched on in Belfast, Cardiff, Edinburgh and London first, with 20 towns and cities able to use 5G on the network from 2019. Mark Evans, chief executive…
