Intel first discussed their plans to have 5G-capable modems ready for laptops in 2019 earlier this year, and they confirmed this week that they are still confident in those plans. At the Computex show in Taipei, Taiwan, Intel said that they expect their 5G “Goldridge” modem to be shipping in commercial devices including laptops from […]
Efficiency is the Key to 5G
5G promises to bring ulta-fast speed and ultra-low latency to the wireless world, and the possibilities for how 5G can benefit users are endless. As Forbes broke down in their “Killer User Case” article this week, it’s the efficiency of 5G that makes the investment worthwhile for the networks, at least in the early days. […]
5G Coming to NY’s Governors Island
Governor’s Island, a 172 acre former military base in New York Harbor that is now primarily a recreational destination for New York City residents and tourists, is primed for 5G. Michael Samuelian, president and CEO of Governor’s Island, talked with TechRepublic about how 5G will be deployed throughout the island and the lessons they’ve learned […]
Leaked Pics Show Possible Motorola Mod to Bring 5G to Phones
XDA-Developers has obtained specs and photos of the upcoming Motorola Moto Z3 Play, the latest of which showcase a very interesting “Moto Mod” add-on that would make the Z3 Play one of the first 5G-capable phones on the market. The photos show an attachment that connects to the back of the phone, complete with an […]
CTO Touts Advantages in Sprint’s 5G Deployment Strategy
At a IEE conference this week, Sprint CTO John Saw discussed the technology behind the carrier’s 5G network, how Sprint’s deployment differs from other carriers, and their in-progress rollouts. Saw explained that Sprint’s large holding of spectrum in the 2.5 GHz band gives them the unique ability to simultaneously enable LTE and 5G in the […]
Houston Hoping for Full 5G Coverage and Widespread Access by 2020
Usable, accessible 5G service is still a far-off hypothetical for most people – Verizon and AT&T are implementing test networks in a few markets in 2018, but it is generally accepted that it will be many years before 5G is really a viable alternative to other networks. In Houston, however, experts and residents alike are […]
Qualcomm to Launch 5G New Radio Platform
Verizon and AT&T have been promoting their progress towards building 5G networks, but to make mobile 5G a reality, small cell sites are going to be needed to provide coverage in busy areas and bridge the gaps between the network towers. Qualcomm has now announced their 5G New Radio platform, FSM100xx, which will deliver gigabit […]
Los Angeles Added as a Verizon 5G Test Market
On CNBC this week, Verizon exec Lowell McAdam spoke about the progress Verizon has made with their 5G plans and excited millions of SoCal residents when he stated that Los Angeles will join Sacramento as a 5G test market this year. “We bought 36 million miles of fiber so we can have big pipes feeding […]
Is 5G the Future for Self-Driving Cars?
The potential benefits of 5G have been discussed by leaders in industries ranging from public safety to education, but the transportation industry has been perhaps the most vocal. Telefonica has built a futuristic “smart city” utilizing 5G networks to power autonomous minibuses that are secure, reliable, and safe, showing off the real-world benefits 5G can […]
T-Mobile and Sprint Hope 5G Focus Will Help With Merger Approval
T-Mobile and Sprint have agreed to merge, but they still need approval from regulatory agencies before they can move forward. With all of the current focus on 5G – in particular the race against countries like China to be the first in 5G – T-Mobile and Sprint leaders are emphasizing the benefit that their merger […]