TCL Communication is a sleeping giant about to awaken, and 5G is its alarm clock
At CES, TCL Communication gave us a preview of the new smartphones it will launch at MWC 2020, which will also be sold in North America. The new TCL 10 range includes a sub-$500 5G version, and it turns out that the new network technology is critical not only to TCL's new phones, but also the timing of its global expansion.
These 3 transformative technologies will have the biggest impact on 2020
Three fields hold the most promise for the tech world in 2020: The Internet of Things (IoT); artificial intelligence (especially the most visible face of A.I., voice assistants); and 5G connections and devices. Here’s what it all means.
Samsung says Galaxy Tab S6 5G launch is ‘coming soon’
It looks like Samsung is preparing for the release of its Galaxy Tab S6 with 5G, the first tablet that will be available with the new advanced wireless networking technology. The initial launch will likely take place in Korea first -- there's no indication of Samsung's plans for a worldwide rollout.
Who needs 5G? In Japan, this smart city does what its citizens need, right now
Smart cities are often seen as hives of future tech, only made possible with high speed connections and autonomous cars. In the Japanese city of Fukuoka, messaging app Line is already operating a smart city -- just in a different way than you may expect. Instead of focusing on the future, it concentrates on helping its citizens right now.
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 865 benchmarks push the iPhone 11 Pro and show strong A.I.
Qualcomm's Snapdragon 865 isn't available to the public yet, but we had the opportunity to test it in a real device against the Snapdragon 855-powered Samsung Galaxy Note 10 and the iPhone 11 Pro. It steps up raw performance, even beating out Apple's A13 Bionic in some cases, but A.I. and 5G may be its true strengths.
AT&T lights up low-band 5G in 10 new cities alongside the Note 10 Plus 5G launch
AT&T flipped the switch for its low-band 5G network in 10 new cities — double from what it promised last month. The network operator is launching this alongside its first truly 5G device — the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus 5G which is also going on sale today for $1,300.
Apple’s working on a way to not charge more for its redesigned, 2020 5G iPhone
It will cost Apple more to produce its rumored, redesigned 5G iPhone next year, but the good news is the company is working on ways to absorb these costs, and not pass them on to you with a more expensive phone. This may mean the cheapest 5G iPhone will cost around $1,000, the same as you will pay for an iPhone 11 Pro now.
The Qualcomm XR2 augmented reality chipset will power next-gen headsets with 5G
Qualcomm has launched a new augmented reality chipset that is set to power the next generation of AR headsets. The new Snapdragon XR2 supports up to a hefty 3K per eye, along with two times the CPU and GPU performance of the company's previous-generation AR chipset, the Snapdragon XR1.
Digital Trends Live: Day Two highlights from the Qualcomm Snapdragon Summit
Greg Nibler and Riley Winn are on-location in Maui, Hawaii, for Day Two of the Qualcomm Snapdragon Summit, where they take a look at the biggest announcements, news, and hottest developments from the world of 5G.
Qualcomm and Niantic to partner on a next-gen augmented reality headset
Qualcomm and Niantic have announced a multi-year partnership that will see the two companies build a reference design augmented reality headset that blends hardware, software, and cloud computing. Details beyond that have yet to be revealed, but the headset may incorporate games like Pokemon Go.
5G vs. LTE: What’s the difference, and does it matter?
If you're uncertain what the difference between 5G, LTE, and 4G is, then you're not alone. As 5G networks begin to roll out, there's a lot of confusion about what the different terms and technologies mean. We explain the differences between 5G and LTE and take a look at the future of both.
Qualcomm’s working with Apple ‘as fast as it can’ to help launch a 5G iPhone
With lawsuits behind them, Qualcomm says it is working closely with Apple to launch a 5G iPhone "as fast as it can." Qualcomm will supply Apple with crucial modem components, so the next iPhone to be released could be able to connect to high speed 5G networks. The 5G iPhone is rumored for release in late 2020.
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 765 and 765G offer Snapdragon 865-like premium features
Qualcomm has announced the new Snapdragon 765 and 765G, which are aimed at offering a number of more premium features in a slightly lower tier. The new chipsets, for example, offer the same fifth-generation Artificial Intelligence Engine on offer by the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 865.
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 865 chip comes with 5G whether you want it or not
Qualcomm may not provide a 4G-only option for the new Snapdragon 865 processor, potentially making most of the major flagship phone releases next year 5G devices. The chip can apparently only be paired with the 5G X55 modem, and not a standalone 4G modem, making phones more expensive due to a feature many won't be able to use.
Snapdragon 865 phones with 5G are coming from Xiaomi, Nokia, Motorola, and Oppo
Phone maker Xiaomi has confirmed the Xiaomi Mi 10 phone will be one of the first to use the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 processor, while Nokia, Oppo, and Motorola have also said new phones with the chip will be out in 2020. It's not just the processor that makes these desirable, it's that all will have 5G too.
T-Mobile becomes the first carrier to create a nationwide U.S. 5G network
It's about time -- T-Mobile has become the first U.S. carrier to create a truly nationwide 5G network, encompassing over a million square miles and over 5,000 towns and cities throughout the U.S. To celebrate, T-Mobile is also offering new customers the chance to get a new 5G phone for free.
EXCLUSIVE: MediaTek failed to win at 4G, but it won’t do the same with 5G
MediaTek, by its own admission, didn’t capitalize on the 4G rush, but it has no intention of doing the same with 5G. Along with a new chip, deep changes in the way the company produces products have transformed the firm, and CEO Rick Tsai sat down with Digital Trends to talk about this, and its 5G plans.
MediaTek claims six world-firsts with new 5G Dimensity 1000 chip for phones
MediaTek has spilled all the details about its new 5G system-on-a-chip, claiming that at the time of manufacture it has six world firsts inside, and a mass of cutting edge technology, ready to connect phones and other devices to Sub-6 5G networks all over the world. It’s small, but it packs in a massive amount of cool tech.
AT&T is bringing LTE-speed 5G to customers in five cities next month
AT&T is finally ready to release 5G to the public -- though the version of 5G that the carrier will roll out to customers will only be around as fast as high-speed LTE networks. The tech will roll out to five cities in the first half of December, with a further 10 cities coming by February.
High-speed 5G to hit PCs in 2021 through Intel and Mediatek partnership
Intel and Mediatek have partnered to co-develop the implementation of 5G connectivity on PCs like laptops and desktops, with a third developer coming onboard for M.2 card development. This collective will ensure that by early `2021, PC users have access to the fastest cellular data connections.
Meteorologists not swayed by telecom companies’ plans for 5G regulations
Experts and officials have warned that interference from 5G wireless radios could seriously compromise the ability to forecast weather, including the prediction of extreme weather events like hurricanes. The forecasts of NOAA could be reduced in accuracy by up to 30%.
Trump asks Apple to build out 5G in U.S. That’s not how it works
In a recent visit to Apple’s Mac Pro manufacturing facility in Austin, Texas, President Donald Trump asked Apple CEO, Tim Cook, to help build 5G in the U.S…even though Apple is not a cellular carrier. Trump tweeted about his visit to the facility and how Apple should get involved with building 5G connection.
Verizon’s newly published maps show exactly where you can access 5G
Verizon has finally published maps showing exactly where you can access 5G on the company's network. The maps show that 5G coverage is available largely on streets and sidewalks, which is likely due to technical limitations associated with using millimeter wave technology.
Exclusive: AT&T will prove the potential of 5G at DreamHack’s CS:GO tournament
AT&T will be at the DreamHack Open to show what a 5G network can do by streaming footage of the CS:GO tournament live. Three 5G-enabled smartphones will be on hand to capture unique perspectives, and their footage will be spliced into the official Twitch livestream.
Honor V30 to launch November 26, and it’s going to have 5G
Honor will launch the V30 smartphone on November 26, and not only will it have a dual-selfie camera inside a cutout on the screen, but it will also have 5G, making it the first Honor phone to be released with the new connectivity. While the date is likely only for China, the V30 should also be released internationally.
T-Mobile promises free 5G for first responders if Sprint merger goes through
T-Mobile CEO John Legere promised that the carrier will offer 10 years of free 5G service to first responders if its merger with Sprint goes through in the next year. According to to T-Mobile, if all first responders sign up for the service, they could save up to $7.7 billion.
China switches on 5G network earlier than expected, and with cheap prices
China has switched on its 5G network earlier than the previously expected 2020 launch date, with at least nine million people already signed up for the fast data speeds. All three major mobile networks are offering 5G fees, and the prices are competitive, making it easier for people to upgrade.
A 5G version of the OnePlus 7T Pro exists, but it’s a limited T-Mobile exclusive
We were worried we wouldn't see another 5G-enabled OnePlus phone this year, but thankfully, that's turned out to not be true. OnePlus has teamed up with T-Mobile to deliver the OnePlus 7T Pro 5G McClaren Edition on T-Mobile's growing 5G network. Pricing and release date will be announced soon.
Huawei Mate X arrives in China as firm celebrates record total phone shipments
Huawei has finalized a release date for the Mate X folding phone. It will be available from November 15, but only in China so far, with no firm news of a wider release for the 5G device. It has also announced shipments of 200 million phones in 2019 alone, a target reached more than two months earlier than it did in 2018.
Nvidia and Ericsson announce the first GPU-powered 5G mobile network
From the graphics cards in your PC to gaming in the cloud, Nvidia is now pushing its GPU to help drive the next generation of 5G wireless networks. Through partnerships with Ericsson and Red Hat, Nvidia is pushing the capabilities of its EGX servers to help power dynamic 5G networks.
Xiaomi concerned 4G phones won’t sell in 2020, commits to 10 5G phone launches
Xiaomi's CEO has voiced an industry concern over the popularity of 4G phones next year and has stated it plans to make at least 10 new phones with 5G to compensate. The company is also pushing network operators to speed up the introduction of 5G. The statements come soon after Xiaomi's first 5G phone launched in China.
How the 5G network is progressing hand-in-hand with Qualcomm
During the 5G Summit that took place in Barcelona, the Digital Trends Español team spoke with Qualcomm to learn more about the development of 5G technology. Ignacio Contreras, Qualcomm's marketing director, said 5G has advanced by leaps and bounds, at a pace that has surprised many.
Why it’s OK that Google didn’t announce a Pixel 4 phone with 5G
Wondering where the 5G Pixel 4 is? It was absent from Google's packed Made by Google launch event, despite some rumors saying it would arrive, meaning you'll have to buy a 4G Pixel 4. Does it matter? The answer is no. Although the technology is exciting, you really aren't missing out just yet.
Don’t expect to see a 5G Pixel 4 and the Pixel Watch at Made by Google today
There's absolutely going to be a lot to see at Google's Pixel 4 Made by Google event today, but some last-minute rumors say we won't be seeing two fairly huge devices. According to sources speaking to 9to5 Google, neither the Google Pixel 4 5G or Google Pixel Watch will be shown off by Google today.