Verizon’s 5G network will face perhaps its largest test yet when it launches in parts of New York City on September 26th. Today the Verizon announced that 5G service will reach areas of uptown, midtown, and downtown Manhattan, and also select parts of Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Queens. Now with New York City included, Verizon […]
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Qualcomm acquires RF360, hires staff to scale 5G
On Monday the 16th, U.S chip manufacturer Qualcomm announced that it is acquiring the remaining interest in RF360, Bringing the total purchase price of the company to $3.1 Billion dollars. RF360 began as a joint venture between Qualcomm and Tokyo based electronics giant TDK corporation, and the acquisition, according to the chip manufacturer, will aid […]
5G uses less power than 4G at peak bitrates, but more for basic tasks
If you’ve been holding off on buying a 5G device because you’re worried about cellular power drain and battery life, don’t worry. 5G devices are actually capable of delivering greater energy efficiency than 4G LTE models, according to a new study by the Signals Research Group, though either 5G or 4G may consume less power […]
Verizon launches 5G in NFL stadiums across the US
Verizon is launching its new 5G network in NFL stadiums across the States, with 13 to be live by the start of the 2019 -2020 football season. The 5G service will be focused on the seated areas but could also be available in the around about areas of the stadiums. Verizon said it will bring […]
5G won’t replace 4G Debunking all the 5G myths
The next generation of high-speed mobile data, known as 5G, is already live in a few areas in the United States, as well as other parts of the world, including other countries like UK and Australia. But as the 5G network rolls out, many misconceptions and confusion around the new 5G technology remain. This isn’t completely surprising, 5G […]
5G The Latest News & Updates
New5G information has been released almost daily from around the world. Some Cellular providers are starting the 5G trials in new cities, others are announcing when customers can order their 5G services, and some businesses are releasing new ideas for how 5G will change the way we live. 5G service is extremely limited right now, […]
Stop screaming at your cable box, 5G is on the way
Consumers often see prices rise in areas where there’s only one provider, Yet many Americans continue to lack competitive home internet options. Verizon, T-Mobile, and Sprint have all the Hyped up home broadband as one of the many uses of 5G cellular network. The 5G seems to be offering a viable and speedy alternative to […]
In the race for 5G, European companies hope to profit from security doubts over Chinese giant Huawei
As the Trump administration puts pressure on the Chinses telecom giant Huawei to block its superiority in developing future 5G networks, the small European competitors are pitching themselves as more secure alternatives. Nokia, the Finnish telecommunications company that once had a large share of the global cellphone market, now wants to compete in the 5G […]
5G Could Usher in New Era of Mobile Cloud
In a survey carried out earlier 2019 by Heavy Reading, 57% of communications service providers (CSPs) said that entering new markets to spawn additional revenue is one of their top three encouragements for deploying 5G. But what will CSPs offer that customers can’t already get elsewhere? There’s no point in deploying new 5G networks if […]
Verizon 5G MiFi M1000 Hotspot Review
The Verizon M1000 Hotspot is a well-built brick that Measures 3.48 by 4.85 by 1.20inches thick and weighs 5.7 ounces. On the front of the hotspot, it has a larger 2.4-inch Color touch screen that allows you to manage your wifi networks and connected devices. Vents on the front face betray the presence of two […]