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 […]
US Cellular to bring 5G to Racine Wisconsin in early 2020
US Cellular has committed to making rural locations the focus of their 5G plans, and this week they confirmed that Racine, Wisconsin will be one of the first cities in which they launch 5G next year. At the Smart Cities conference, taking place in Racine this week, vice president of sales business channels at U.S. […]
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 […]
Apple in a “holding pattern” on iPhones until 5G models launch
Apple made some announcements about their streaming services and upcoming iPhone 11 Pro today, but there was no mention of a 5G-capable iPhone. Analysts indicate that Apple is in a “holding pattern” for the time being as they wait to launch a 5G iPhone, which is expected to happen next year. 5G has been rolling […]
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 […]
AT&T 5G now available in 21 cities
With the launch of service in New York City this month, AT&T has now made 5G available in 21 cities in the US. Their plan is to have nationwide coverage by the middle of next year. AT&T is also in the process of rolling out 5G on the sub-6GHz spectrum. “We will also introduce 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, […]
3G vs 4G vs 5G: comparing the latest technology to previous generations
5G, or the fifth generation of wireless technology, is being rolled out around the country by Verizon, AT&T, and other carriers. Many are wondering how it really compares to the current 4G standard, LTE, as well as older technology. 5G promises to be exponentially faster, and there are known limitations in the coverage it can […]
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 […]