T-Mobile plans to launch nationwide 5G this year

Despite previously saying that they would launch nationwide 5G in 2020, T-Mobile announced today that they play to deploy 5G service on 600 MHz and millimeter wave spectrum nationwide this year. AT&T and Verizon have each launched 5G using millimeter wave in around 12 markets, and Sprint has deployed 5G on the 2.5GHz spectrum in […]

Sprint and T-Mobile merger approved by FCC

The US Federal Communications Commission has voted to approve the $26.5 billion merger between T-Mobile and Sprint. “We appreciate the diligent evaluation, time and attention the FCC commissioners took to assess our transaction,” T-Mobile CEO John Legere Legere said, adding that the approval brings the company “one step closer” to the New T-Mobile. There is […]

Verizon 5G Home Internet coming to Chicago October 24

Starting this week, residents in Chicago can sign up for Verizon’s 5G Home service. “Now, in addition to Verizon’s speedy 5G Ultra Wideband mobility service, Chicago customers can access 5G Home Internet, the next generation of lightning fast home broadband internet service,” said Brian Higgins, vice president, device and consumer product marketing, Verizon. “With flexibility, […]

Germany set to allow Huawei into 5G networks, defying pressure from the US

Germany will not ban Chinese telecoms giant Huawei from establishing the build of its national 5G networks, ignoring calls from the U.S. prohibits the company over national security concerns. A spokesperson for Germany’s Interior Ministry confirmed in a phone call Wednesday that the decision had been made on Tuesday. The move is a blow to […]

What is 5G today and what the future holds

If you ask the average person what they know about 5G technology, the first thing that will pop into their head will likely be something to do with cellphone technology. And if you consider the 2019 rollout of 5G this far, perhaps that wouldn’t be too far off the mark. The average consumer would also […]

5G is about more than just fast speeds, says Verizon media CEO

Faster speeds are what most consumers think about when they look towards 5G, but the new technology will offer other benefits as well. Verizon Media Group CEO Guru Gowrappan explained that the lower latency versus older technologies will be a game-changer for a variety of applications, from driverless cars to healthcare to advertising. “Every industry […]

The Hidden Threats of 5G

The Fifth-generation wireless technology, or 5G, has been anticipated ushering in an entirely new age of wireless connectivity. Billions of devices including,self-driving cars, service robots, smart devices inside homes, wearable technology and sensors on the streets that will communicate and create freely exposed of sensitive data. Government and technological leaders working at leading America’s 5G […]

Verizon and NFL name winners of 5G gaming competition

Last fall, Verizon and the NFL teamed up to create a competition for gaming developers, with the goal of showcasing Verizon’s newly launched 5G mobile service. The high speeds and low latency offered by 5G open up possibilities for more advanced mobile games, an industry Verizon is eager to be involved with. They have now […]

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 […]