TCL launches its first phones, and even the 5G version costs less than $500
TCL Communication, best known for its televisions in the U.S., has officially launched three smartphones under its own name. Two will come to the U.S. soon.
For towns large and small, 5G is the face of federal overreach
The fast-tracking of 5G leaves municipalities with little power to regulate deployment. They think the federal government is usurping local authority.
With Sprint merger done, John Legere steps down as T-Mobile CEO
Mike Sievert, whose previous role was T-Mobile’s president and chief operating officer, will take over as CEO of the New T-Mobile effective immediately.
The 5G iPhone 12 is still on track for a fall launch, report claims
According to a new report from Bloomberg, Apple is still on track to launch the next-generation iPhone 12 with 5G in the fall, contrary to previous reports.
8 crucial things you need to know about 5G in 2020
The buzz around 5G has been heating up lately. We separate the fact from the fiction in this list of eight things you need to know about 5G technology in 2020.
Apple may delay the iPhone 12, its first 5G smartphone, report says
According to a new report, Apple is considering delaying the release of the iPhone 12, which is likely to be its first 5G-capable iPhone, possibly till 2021.
Nokia’s 8.3 5G is a truly global phone with a cinematic camera
HMD Global is living up to its name with the new Nokia 8.3 5G, a phone it says is the first to truly offer global 5G reception, and at the fastest speeds, too.
5G is safe, international panel of experts confirms
A panel of international experts has announced that 5G in the U.S. and Europe does not pose a health risk, after updating its radiation exposure guidelines.
New OnePlus Snowbots let you control a snowball-throwing robot through 5G
OnePlus has launched Snowbots, which are 5G-enabled robots that throw snowballs and that you can control with a good internet connection on your mobile device.
Huawei’s MatePad Pro 5G uses the best phone tech to fight Apple’s iPad
Huawei’s new MatePad Pro 5G fits the tech we love from the best modern phones inside a sleek tablet, including some world-firsts like wireless charging and 5G.
Over 70 5G-enabled phones featuring a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 are in the works
According to Qualcomm, over 70 5G-enabled phones powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 are in the works, including unannounced phones like the Black Shark 3.
The Realme X50 Pro 5G sets the bar for affordable flagships in 2020
Take a good look at the Realme X50 Pro 5G, because it’s a high-spec, practically flagship level, reasonably priced 5G phone that's very difficult to fault.
What to expect from smartphone makers now that MWC 2020 is canceled
Mobile World Congress 2020 was canceled due to fears about the coronavirus. Here's the latest on where manufacturers will now show off their latest devices.
Qualcomm’s X60 5G modem will power the next generation of 5G flagship phones
Qualcomm has announced the X60 5G-enabled modem, which will be available in 5G smartphones starting early next year. The new modem adds a number of features.
Apple trying to design 5G iPhone antenna after snubbing Qualcomm’s
Apple is said to be designing its own antenna for this year's 5G iPhone. Qualcomm offered its antenna module, but Apple declined, citing concerns over design.
Why the Sprint/T-Mobile merger could actually help the spread of 5G
Sprint and T-Mobile have promised 5G rollouts and coverage, and experts now agree that with the companies' merger, U.S. customers will see 5G coverage sooner.
How Verizon’s Super Bowl demo finally got me excited for 5G
Verizon spent 80 million dollars blanketing Miami in 5G ahead of Super Bowl LIV. What does that mean? We'll show you how 5G will enhance the fan experience for the big game.
All about the money: The U.K. had no choice but to use Huawei in its 5G networks
The U.K. government has granted Huawei the ability to build part of its 5G networks across the country, despite ongoing security fears raised by the U.S. But the situation isn't about security -- the U.K. is unconcerned by the unsubstantiated accusations -- it's about a massive amount of investment and profit.
Digital Trends Live: Facebook’s off-activity tool, Super Bowl players talk tech
On this episode of Digital Trends Live, hosts Greg Nibler and Luke Larsen dive into the biggest trending tech topics of the day, including Facebook’s “Off-Facebook Activity” tool, Ring’s data sent to third parties, the UK allows Huawei 5G, Atari’s video game-themed hotels, and more.
LTE and 5G are getting faster, thanks to 3.5GHz spectrum. Here’s why
Who doesn't love faster internet? The U.S.'s FCC has agreed to open up the 3.5GHz midrange band for commercial use, and has put four companies, including Google and Sony, in charge of rolling out faster networks to phone owners across the country. But it won't happen overnight, so hold on tight.
Huawei given the green light to build 5G network in U.K.
The U.K. government has allowed Huawei to build its 5G networks, although with some restrictions. Huawei won't be supplying infrastructure for sensitive sites, such as power and military installations, and will have a 35% cap on its share of equipment used across the networks. The decision comes after months of delays.
Leaks reveal the final design of the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra and Ultra 5G
The Samsung Galaxy S20 range is coming, and the Galaxy S20 Ultra is expected to be the largest phone in the range, with a four-lens camera system. Leakers have just revealed how Samsung's huge new phone will look, and according to their new renders, the Galaxy S20 Ultra will sport a two-tone camera module.
Audi is leveraging technology to turn your car into a third living space
"We cannot continue looking at the car as a closed ecosystem," stressed Audi's sales and marketing boss. She adds that the firm is open to starting partnerships in a bid to bring more technology and entertainment into the car, like VR gaming and video streaming. A.I. is on her radar, too.
At least one Google Pixel 4a variant will reportedly support 5G
Google may be gearing up to capitalize on 5G's growing availability to sell its forthcoming affordable phone, the Pixel 4a. A new report suggests that at least one variant of Google’s upcoming affordable phones, the Pixel 4a will support 5G networks.
Volvo joins forces with China Unicom to develop 5G for its cars
Volvo aims to release in-car 5G in the early 2020s, though it hasn't provided a more specific timeframe. It predicts quicker connection speeds will allow cars to talk to the infrastructure in real-time, so they'll be able to detect traffic or find a parking spot, for example. BMW is also developing in-car 5G.
5G laptops finally made their big splash at CES 2020. But will it matter?
It hasn't been that long that we've enjoyed fast 4G LTE connections on our laptops. Even so, there's a new sheriff in town: 5G laptops are starting to arrive that promise even faster mobile connectivity with a host of additional benefits. It won't be too long before your mobile office can be anywhere.
Verizon is adding 20 5G-capable phones to its 2020 lineup
5G is about to take over in 2020, and Verizon is preparing by releasing 20 5G capable devices this year. The phone carrier made the announcement at CES that it will launch 20 5G devices in 2020 that would cost anywhere from under $600 to about $800. Right now, Verizon has only four 5G capable phones
The biggest laptop trends of CES 2020: Dual screens, 5G, and more
At CES 2020, laptops weren't bashful. They were ambitious, genre-redefining, and highly refined. Whether it's the proliferation of dual-screen PCs or the arrival of the new Ryzen 4000 processors, these are the biggest laptop trends we spotted at CES this year.
Harman wants to harness 5G to make streets safer for pedestrians
Harman wants to use 5G connectivity to allow cars to scan for signals from nearby people and objects. This could help prevent collisions between cars and pedestrians, Harman claims. The company unveiled this concept at CES 2020, but was light on details about production potential.
BMW and Samsung are Bringing 5G to an Electric SUV as soon as 2021
5G will enable in-car gaming, virtual reality experiences, and movie streaming, while opening the door to more advanced autonomous driving features. BMW and Samsung are working on integrating 5G directly into the iNext's electrical infrastructure. The electric SUV is due out halfway through 2021.
MediaTek heralds ‘new era’ of 5G with high-spec Dimensity 800 chip
MediaTek announced the Dimensity 800 series 5G SoC, which although it says is a midrange chip for reasonably priced smartphones, is decidedly more high-end than you may first expect. Digital Trends spoke to the company about its plan for the Dimensity 800, and how it's part of the firm's push to find success with 5G.
5G at CES 2020: Here’s what you can expect to see at this year’s show
5G will be one of the buzzwords of 2020. While most of the bigger 5G announcements are likely to wait until Mobile World Congress in February, we will see a variety of 5G-powered devices and technologies at this week's Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Here are our predictions.
The Lenovo Flex 5G is the world’s first 5G-compatible PC
There's no doubt that 5G is the next big thing in technology, and at CES 2020, Lenovo is showing us why. The company took the wraps off the Flex 5G — the first 5G-compatible PC, coming in spring 2020 for prices starting at $1,210. It's part of its journey to deliver faster technology for all.
Qualcomm says 2020 is the year 5G will finally go mainstream
Qualcomm is all-in on 5G and thinks you will be too soon enough. Company president Cristiano Amon expects 200 million 5G smartphones to ship in 2020. Fixed wireless and 5G PCs are here as well, including a newly anounced laptop from Lenovo. The company sees 2020 as the year consumers truly embrace 5G.