I have been using the Galaxy S23 Ultra for over two months, and I think it's one of the best and most versatile camera phones on the market today. If you are looking to upgrade to a better camera phone with extensive productivity features...
Panelists touched on 5G, Wi-Fi 7 and IoT non-terrestrial network devices
During a panel at the Test & Measurement Forum, two panelists discussed some of the testing challenges associated with next-generation devices, like those equipped with 5G and Wi-Fi 7, as well as communication...
FWA can deliver higher data rates, but consumer adoption is dependent on a CPE device's performance
At the recent Test and Measurement Forum, LitePoint’s Product Manager Khushboo Kalyani gave a presentation outlining some of the value propositions of Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) for both the...
One thing I have learned over time and after so much traveling is that wireless connectivity is not consistent. At best, it is hit and miss. Part of the problem is the airlines themselves. Another part is the airports. However, there are solutions. On...
Nowadays, all Windows laptops in a given segment look and work alike—premium aluminum body, full-day battery life, performance in alignment with the processor they use, etc. Even among such equals, Samsung's Galaxy Book3 Pro stands out as a premium product, mainly because of its...
Do you remember your first mobile phone? It may have been an old-school flip phone or one of those that had the slide-out QWERTY keyboard. The world’s first modern smartphone was launched in 1994 in the US and was called IBM Simon. It is...
I’ve had the opportunity to use Oppo’s Find N2 Flip foldable smartphone for the last few weeks. In fact, I have traveled around the world with it and taken it with me everywhere. It’s an incredible device.
The Find N2 Flip is also one of...
Other goals for Apple include running on 100% renewable electricity generated from solar, wind and other renewable source by 2030
As part of its broader goal of achieving a net zero carbon impact by 2030, Apple announced this week that by 2025, the company plans...
Amazon will offer three terminals designed for different use cases
Amazon has given a glimpse at its progress toward its Project Kuiper ambitions of providing low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite-based broadband connectivity for consumers, businesses and IoT applications.
The company provided images and descriptions of three...
From AI-capable endpoint devices to autonomous systems, IoT developers are building a diverse ecosystem of products and services, only set to grow. The number of IoT connected devices worldwide is projected to reach over 15 billion in 2023. MicKinsey estimates its market value will...
Expanding the range of devices for network slicing will open up new use cases, says Ericsson
Ericsson partnered with Intel and Microsoft to trial network slicing at its lab in Sweden, showing that multiple network slices can be used on cellular-connected Windows 11 laptops...
Deutsche Telekom said the new devices were developed based upon the expertise and economies of scale created by T-Mobile US’s own brand “REVVL” line of smartphones
German carrier Deutsche Telekom has launched its own 5G smartphones in its home market with the aim of increasing...
Verizon Connect had initially unveiled its advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) Dashcam in August 2022
Verizon Connect said that its new artificial intelligence (AI) Dashcam solution is now available in selected countries in the EMEA and APAC regions.
The new Verizon Connect Dashcam uses advanced AI for...
Fewer than 1.2 billion smartphones were shipped worldwide in 2022
According to a recent report by analyst firm Canalys, 2022 was one of the worst years for global smartphone shipments in nearly a decade, with global shipments dropping roughly 11%. The highest drop was...
The embedded SIM market is expected to grow from about $4.7 billion this year to $16.3 billion by 2027—representing 249% growth during the period, according to Juniper Research.
The total number of smartphones that use eSIM will jump from about 986 million this year to...
Verizon and PwC talk private 5G myths and realities
LAS VEGAS—Look at any of our private 4G/5G coverage, or the work from our companion site Enterprise IoT Insights, and there’s a clear refrain. Selling private cellular into enterprise verticals is about hiding technological complexity and...
At CES Qualcomm unveils concept car, announces new SoC for ADAS and digital cockpit, partners with Salesforce on automotive cloud
LAS VEGAS—Qualcomm executives have for some time been discussing the chipmaker’s diversification strategy, which essentially leverages technologies developed for mobile communications and applies that expertise...
Nepal Telecom plans to conduct the 5G trial using the 2600 MHz frequency band
State-owned Nepal Telecom has postponed its 5G trial by several weeks, citing a dearth of compatible mobile devices. Specifically, the carrier will conduct its trial using the 2.6 GHz airwaves that...
In October, shipments of 5G mobile phones in China neared 19.52 million
Chinese 5G mobile phone shipments reached 173 million in the first 10 months of this year, down 17.7% from the same period last year, state news agency Xinhua reported.
In October, shipments of 5G...
If you are still wondering about a holiday gift for your loved one, I have a perfect idea—Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro. It has a well-balanced mix of consumer and pro features for those who enjoy a nifty smartwatch and sometimes like to venture into...
Apple this week announced three new security features for users of its products
Apple this week announced three new security features for users of its products. The company said it is immediately expanding the scope of end-to-end encryption used to protect data stored on iCloud. And in the new...
Mobile operators in Canada already provide 5G coverage to 75% of the population
Four million smartphone users in Canada are expecting to upgrade to 5G services over the next 12-15 months, according to a recent survey carried out by Ericsson.
This figure represents 17% of...
Global analysis breaks down five fastest devices by country
As consumers eye holiday device deals, Ookla has released new analysis that looks at which smartphone models achieve the fastest 5G speeds around the world -- and it's a mix of models and makers, depending on...
I have been using Galaxy Fold 4 for the last six weeks and can confidently say that this is the best productivity device for people on the move. It significantly reduces reliance on laptops and eliminates the need for a tablet. It's an excellent...
