Samsung successfully tested 5G RedCap on Hyundai’s private 5G network in Ulsan, marking an industry-first for Industry 4.0. The trial enhances Hyundai’s smart factory initiative, optimizing automation with RedCap-enabled devices.
Google’s acquisition of HTC’s extended reality unit for $250 million aims to enhance the Android XR platform. This strategic move aligns Google with tech giants like Samsung and Qualcomm, highlighting its commitment to enriching user experiences via sophisticated XR headsets and glasses.
China-based Sequans Communications recently expanded by acquiring Swiss company ACP, strengthening its ambitions in the rapidly growing 5G RedCap sector. This strategic acquisition enhances Sequans’ capabilities to capture the expanding eRedCap market.
Exciting news in the world of VoIP! The FCC now permits unlicensed Very Low Power devices across the 6 GHz band. This expansion supports next-gen solutions like AR and VR, wearables, and more, promising high speeds and minimal interference for seamless connectivity.
T-Mobile is revolutionizing VoIP communication with its groundbreaking 5G standalone network, achieving uplink speeds of 2.2 Gbps using New Radio Dual Connectivity. By aggregating 2.5 GHz and mmWave spectrum, T-Mobile significantly enhances VoIP performance, catering to demanding applications like live streaming and gaming. This innovation elevates VoIP experiences worldwide.
MediaTek has unveiled the Dimensity 9400, a powerful chipset built on TSMC’s 3nm process, delivering up to 40% better power efficiency and 35% faster single-core performance. Targeting edge-AI applications, it supports Wi-Fi 7, tri-fold smartphones, and advanced 5G connectivity.
EE has launched its 5GSA mobile network across 15 UK cities, including London, Manchester, and Glasgow, aiming to enhance mobile coverage and performance. Alongside this, the new Wi-Fi 7 Smart Hub Pro promises superior home broadband speeds and connectivity. These advancements position EE as a forefront leader in the UK’s cellular network arena.
German carriers Vodafone and 1&1 have launched a national roaming partnership, enhancing mobile communications across Germany. New 1&1 customers can seamlessly access Vodafone’s network in areas not yet covered by 1&1. Existing 1&1 customers will also benefit, accessing both 1&1’s 5G network and Vodafone’s national roaming.
Intel’s decision to sell its stake in Arm Holdings during Q2 is a strategic move amid job cuts and intense competition from AMD and Qualcomm. This shift allows Intel to focus on AI chips and for-hire manufacturing, making it crucial for VoIP providers to closely monitor Intel’s evolving strategy in the tech industry.
Greenerwave, a French deep-tech company specializing in electromagnetic wave control, along with its partners in the 6G Non-Terrestrial Networks (6G-NTN) project, has released a white paper titled “Vision on Non-Terrestrial Networks in 6G Systems (or IMT-2030).” This document outlines the future of connectivity within the 6G ecosystem, highlighting the anticipated development of a new generation of wireless communication technologies expected to begin deployment around 2030.
