Virgin Media O2 will deactivate its 3G network in Durham by April 2025 as part of a UK-wide shutdown plan. Customers with outdated devices are urged to upgrade to maintain mobile services.
Qatar’s Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) will shut down 3G networks by December 31, 2025, to bolster 4G LTE and 5G services nationwide. This shift, part of Qatar National Vision 2030, aims to optimize spectrum resources, enhance telecommunication service quality, and drive economic diversification. VoIP users will enjoy improved connectivity and efficiency.
Vodafone UK embarks on a nationwide 3G shutdown, prioritizing modern 4G and 5G networks while retaining 2G for low-power IoT devices. As other UK telecom operators plan gradual phase-outs, industry experts debate the journey to meet the government’s coverage goals.
Telefonica Deutschland has comprehensive plans for a sweeping shut down of its 3G network starting in July, making it the last operator in Germany to phase out legacy technologies in favor of 4G and 5G. Approximately 16,000 3G sites are scheduled to be shut down by the company. The resources that were needed for 3G will now be repurposed for the 4G network by the end of the year. According to the operator, 4G will use the frequencies of current 3G transmitters at 2,100 MHz. This upgrade from 3G to 4G will benefit Telefónica Deutschland’s customers, as well as customers of its other brands, providing a better and faster network. A full upgrade of the first 500 3G sites will begin on July 1st. An additional 1000 sites will be repurposed two weeks later. The regions where the upgrade will begin are Lower Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt, Brandenburg and Mecklenburg-Western…
As the buzz around 6G grows, a pressing question emerges: Is 6G inevitable, and will it surpass 5G? While advancements in 5G dominate current efforts, the discourse on the transition’s timing and necessity is gaining momentum. Significant investments are being funneled into enhancing networks, potentially redefining VoIP solutions.
Vodafone and A1 Group have achieved a major milestone by enabling seamless 5G Standalone roaming between networks. This breakthrough, powered by Ericsson’s technology and global standards, ensures secure, high-quality connectivity and sets the stage for enhanced mobile experiences across Europe and beyond.
MediaTek’s new Dimensity 9400+ chip revolutionizes Android devices with advanced AI capabilities, boosting power efficiency and gaming performance. Its All Big Core CPU architecture, featuring the Arm Cortex-X925, Cortex-X4, and Cortex-A720 cores, ensures seamless performance.
The Philippines’ NTC has denied NOW Telecom’s appeal to extend its mobile license after the company failed to meet rollout targets—deploying just 6 of 2,306 promised base stations. Regulatory non-compliance and unpaid spectrum fees totaling PHP 3.57 billion further sealed its fate.
The UK’s major mobile operators are challenging Ofcom’s proposed changes to spectrum annual license fees. Despite a proposed 21% reduction in fees for the 900MHz and 1800MHz spectrums, and a 12% increase for the 2100MHz band, operators argue the fees are still too high.
Virgin Media O2 and Mavenir tested Open RAN technology at Twickenham Stadium during the Six Nations, showcasing its potential to improve mobile connectivity at large events. The trial, part of the 5G MoDE initiative, aims to enhance network reliability.
