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Vodafone to deliver a wide range of OPPO devices to Europe

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The Chinese tech company OPPO, currently the second-largest smartphone manufacturer in its home country after Huawei, has announced a comprehensive partnership agreement with the UK-based telecom giant Vodafone. Under the deal, Vodafone will become an OPPO partner and bring its full-range of 4G and 5G smartphones to retail and online channels in Germany, the United Kingdom, Spain, Portugal, Romania, Turkey and the Netherlands. According to the announcement, the collaboration between the two companies will give customers more choice and accelerate 5G adoption in Vodafone’s international markets. Driven by strong growth ambitions, an innovative product portfolio and advanced 5G technology expertise, the leading Chinese smartphone brand has been very successful in its domestic market. With annual handset shipments of more than 100 million units, OPPO believes that it is “a natural partner for Vodafone’s leading gigabit network”. Alen Wu, Vice President and President of Global Sales at OPPO, said, “OPPO…

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Vodafone initiates first European OpenRAN technology tests in the UK

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Vodafone has made a move that could put an end to the global dominance of the three main telecom equipment providers – Huawei, Ericsson and Nokia – by starting trials on open access radio technology in the UK. The company is the first wireless carrier to run European tests of Open Radio Access Networks (OpenRAN), a cellular infrastructure technology that may increase the number of companies supplying telecom network equipment and assist in connecting more of the world’s most remote communities using lower cost systems. In a statement, Vodafone said that “the global supply of telecom network equipment has become concentrated in a small handful of companies over the past few years” and added that a wider choice of suppliers will increase flexibility and innovation, thus helping to address some of the cost challenges of internet services in rural communities. Telecom operators use RAN infrastructure, masts and antennae…

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Telecom News | Week #29: SonicWall launches CSE, Alphabet to acquire Wiz, Cresta's report on gen AI, Zegona's workforce reduction plan.
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A quick roundup of the news in Telecoms | Week #29

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SonicWall’s CSE is offering secure, cost-effective remote and internet access for cloud migrations. Alphabet is negotiating to acquire cybersecurity firm Wiz for $23 billion. Cresta’s 2024 State of the Agent Report shows U.S. contact center agents are enthusiastic about generative AI. Spanish trade unions have accepted Zegona Communications’ revised workforce reduction plan for Vodafone Spain.

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In a recent development, Ericsson, Vodafone, and Qualcomm Technologies have accomplished a milestone in European network technology.
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Exploring 5G RedCap: Efficiency Leap for IoT Integration

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Ericsson, Vodafone, and Qualcomm Technologies recently pioneered data transmission via RedCap on a European network for the first time, unlocking a more streamlined, efficient mode of connectivity for IoT and other devices. Tested on Vodafone Spain’s 5G platform, the Ericsson’s RedCap technology enhances connectivity potential while providing economic and efficient data transmission. Furthermore, the demonstration introduced a new technology, New Radio Light, for extending battery life of customer devices.

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The 2Africa subsea cable, touted as the world's largest, now includes a direct connection to the UK thanks to Vodafone's involvement.
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New Subsea Cable Connects UK to Africa, Boosting Digital Commerce

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The 2Africa subsea cable, touted as the world’s largest, now includes a direct connection to the UK thanks to Vodafone’s involvement. This ambitious project highlights significant global collaboration, with key partners including Bayobab, Center3, China Mobile International, Meta, Orange, Telecom Egypt, and WIOCC. The inclusion of both US and Chinese interests is particularly remarkable, showcasing cooperation despite ongoing geopolitical tensions.

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