Drift car champ uses Samsung phone and Vodafone’s 5G to do what he does best
How do you demonstrate 5G’s low-latency signal in an exciting way? When you’re Samsung, you put a drift racing champion behind the wheel of a remote-controlled car where his only view is taken from the cameras on multiple Galaxy S10 5G phones. After that, you take it to the Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Will 5G fix America’s rural broadband woes? We asked the experts
Rural Americans are by far the most under-served population when it comes to broadband access. 3 in 10 Americans in these areas don't have access. Is 5G really the answer, or do we need to look elsewhere? We asked several experts to set the record straight on rural 5G.
Glastonbury festivalgoers use enough mobile data to take 51 billion selfies
The amount of mobile data used at the Glastonbury music festival was equivalent to that needed to post 51.5 billion pictures to Instagram. That, is a lot of sweaty selfies.The statistic comes from the CEO of U.K. network EE, who tweeted that EE dealt with a total of 103.6 terabytes of data for the event.
LG V50 ThinQ 5G review
If a phone supports 5G, that doesn’t mean you should buy it. The first wave of 5G phones are here, including the LG V50 ThinQ; it’s a strong phone in almost every area, but it’s too overpriced for the features it offers. Battery life is also a concern on 4G LTE. Here’s our review.
5G mobile phones: Expensive, exciting, and on the rise
As 5G tech continues to roll out in the U.S., Europe, and Asia, it promises performance improvements designed to take the smartphone and Internet of Things experience to the next level. For now, consumers appear to be waiting for better geographical and product availability before spending their cash.
T-Mobile’s 5G network is blazing NYC’s lower east side. Here are our test results
T-Mobile’s 5G is finally live in the U.S., specifically in select areas of six major cities. While the only device you can use to access it costs $1,300, it won’t cost you anything more than the carrier’s existing unlimited plan. We took the Galaxy S10 5G out for a spin in New York City to test T-Mobile’s 5G download speeds.
The $1,300 Samsung Galaxy S10 5G is here: What you need to know
Samsung's Galaxy S10 5G is the flagship of the S10 line, and it's expensive at $1,300. But it's the only one of Samsung's latest phones that can connect to 5G networks. It's sold by Sprint and Verizon, and now T-Mobile as well. 5G is sporadic across the U.S. though, so expect limited connectivity.
LG’s V50 ThinQ is a different take on the folding phone, and it supports 5G
LG has a habit of releasing too many similar phones. Following on the heels of the V40 ThinQ, which arrived last October, the company has now unveiled the LG V50 ThinQ. The marquee difference is that the new phone supports 5G networks, and an accessory turns the V50 into a foldable phone.
The 5G 2020 iPhone: Here’s everything we know
We're still many months away from the launch of a 2019 iPhone, so do we know anything at all about the 2020 iPhone? Surprisingly, the answer is yes, and the rumors are picking up the pace. Specifics aren't available, but we're learning about the camera, connectivity, screen, and design already.
Speed is everything: Using 5G in the U.K. on the OnePlus 7 Pro 5G
You can buy a 5G phone and connect to 5G in the U.K. now, but what's it like when you do? Armed with a OnePlus 7 Pro 5G on the EE network, we've been walking the streets of London to find out. It's only the first week of the launch, and coverage is still spotty, but don't let that put you off.
How talk of 5G and Wi-Fi 6 has displaced higher core counts and clock speeds
At Computex this year, there was no shortage of big processor announcements from the likes of AMD, Intel, and Qualcomm. But amidst the usual talk of improved clock speeds and higher core counts was a surprising emphasis on connectivity as a form of performance. Are they at odds or are they two sides of the same coin?
We tested Sprint’s 5G. It might not be worth an upgrade yet
Sprint has launched its 5G network, and its CEO is calling it the largest initial coverage footprint in the country. We flew down to Dallas to test it out using LG’s V50 ThinQ and HTC’s 5G Hub, both of which will be available May 31. The initial rollout includes Dallas, Houston, Atlanta, and Kansas City.
Ignore the scaremongers. 5G won’t interfere with weather satellites. Here’s why
There are fears that 5G's use of mmWave -- the spectrum required for higher bandwidth -- will interfere with weather satellites, setting back weather forecasting by decades. But given no one has yet figured out how to make it work at scale, do we really have anything to fear?
MediaTek’s 5G SoC is a groundbreaking, integrated 5G chip for smartphones
MediaTek has announced a groundbreaking integrated 5G mobile processor built on a 7nm process, using the latest ARM Cortex A77 architecture, and specifically for Sub-6 signals. The chip will power devices launched in early 2020, ready for use in devices sold in China, and by Sprint and T-Mobile in the U.S..
How Verizon and Team Penske used 5G to help win the Indy 500
Team Penske, the most successful race team in Indy 500 history, used Verizon 5G in its bid to win the 2019 Indy 500. Modern race cars generate tons of data, and a 5G connection lets teams harvest that data faster. The Indy 500 is one of the world's oldest races, but it benefits from modern tech.
Lenovo and Qualcomm show off Project Limitless, the first Snapdragon 8cx PC
Lenovo is making a big bet on a 5G future for PCs. The company is partnering with Qualcomm for Project Limitless in a bid to deliver an ultra-fast Always Connected PC experience. Details were light on the project, but the device will use Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8cx processor and Snapdragon X55 5G modem.
5G your old phone: HTC’s 5G Hub is now available for pre-order from Sprint
The HTC 5G Hub runs Android Pie, has a Qualcomm 855 processor, 4GB of RAM, and an HD touchscreen, but it's not a phone -- it's a hot spot designed to connect to 5G. You can leave it at home or work, or take it on the go. It's ideal if you want 5G this year, but don't want to shell out $1,000 or more for a 5G phone.
Verizon’s 5G is blazing fast on the Galaxy S10 5G, if you’re on the right block
The Samsung Galaxy S10 5G is finally here, so Digital Trends hit Chicago to test its capabilities on Verizon's 5G network. As with the Moto Z3 and Moto Mod, service is still limited, and there are a lot of caveats to get a perfect connection, but it's super fast. Here's what we found.
How Nissan’s ‘invisible-to-visible’ tech could pave the way for autonomous cars
Nissan is experimenting with what it calls “invisible-to-visible” (I2V) tech. Unveiled at CES 2019 and currently undergoing testing in Japan, it’s meant to connect cars to a virtual world. It will also be vital for future self-driving cars, says Nissan’s Roel de Vries.
Intel’s three new Project Athena labs will help pave the way to 5G PCs
Intel announced it is opening Project Athena labs in three cities in June, a move that could pave the way for 5G laptops. The effort could be seen as a response to Qualcomm's emerging Always-On PC initiative. Intel claims that its first advanced Project Athena laptops will debut in the second half of the year.
The modern-looking Axon 10 Pro 5G is ZTE’s first 5G-ready smartphone
At MWC 2019, ZTE took the opportunity to unveil two new phones, including the new ZTE Axon 10 Pro 5G. As the name suggests, the phone features 5G connectivity -- and is ZTE's first device to do so. The company also announced the ZTE Blade V10, which has a 32-megapixel selfie.
How Wi-Fi 6 will transform connectivity in your home, at the office, and beyond
Even though Wi-Fi 6 is just emerging, Cisco is already looking to improve on the standard by offering PC users a more secure and seamless way to authenticate and connect to public networks. Through the Open Roaming Consortium, Cisco wants Wi-Fi to be as seamless as roaming on a smartphone.
AT&T claims title as first U.S. carrier to hit 2Gbps on 5G network
AT&T became the first U.S. carrier to reach speeds of 2Gbps on its commercial 5G network, achieving the milestone using a mobile hotspot. AT&T continues to lead the charge in 5G development, though it came under fire for a marketing scheme that could cause potential confusion about the technology.
Ultra Wideband is here, and you can use it with the 5G Moto Mod (and save $150)
5G is finally rolling out in the U.S., and Motorola’s Moto Z3 is one of the few phones that can use it. Right now, Chicago and Minneapolis residents can take advantage of Verizon’s 5G service and enjoy a $150 discount with the purchase of a Moto Z3 and 5G Moto Mod bundle.
Intel gives up on 5G modems for smartphones, will focus on other devices
5G is the new frontier for many manufacturers, but it seems Intel won't be one of the ones leading the crowd. After a delay that saw Intel's manufacture of 5G modems pushed back to 2020, Intel has given up on the 5G modem business, and will focus its efforts elsewhere. But is something else to blame?
The FCC and White House want to bring high-speed internet to rural areas
The FCC and the White House have unveiled new initiatives to bring high-speed internet to rural areas, including offering $20.4 billion in incentives to companies to build out infrastructure. The FCC also announced new initiatives to speed up the roll out of 5G -- including a new spectrum auction.
Microsoft’s rumored Always Connected Surface Pro could emerge as a 5G PC
Microsoft is reportedly working on making bringing the Always Connected PC experience to a future version of its Surface Pro line. The Surface-maker is said to have working prototypes of its Surface Pro running on Qualcomm's ARM-based Snapdragon processor, rather than Intel's x86 architecture.
Digital Trends Live: Apple music wins, 5G, In the Valley Below, and more
On episode 105 of Digital Trends Live, Greg Nibler discussed trending tech topics like Apple Music passing Spotify in terms of paid subscribers, and welcomed special guests like the Mayor of Portland, Ted Wheeler to discuss how major cities are approaching the implementation of 5G.
Huawei is reportedly open to being Apple’s 5G modem supplier
Huawei has traditionally only developed chipsets and other tech for its own smartphones. A new report, however, suggests that might soon change -- Huawei is reportedly "open" to supplying Apple with 5G modems, something that Apple may be in need of, considering its other options.
Chinese doctors use 5G to perform surgery from hundreds of miles away
The surgeon behind your future life-saving surgery might not have to be in the same room as you. Heck, thanks to the burgeoning 5G revolution, they might not have to be in the same state as you. That's what surgeons have been busy proving in China using the latest in 4K streaming.
Verizon just flipped 5G live in Chicago, but finding it is like panning for gold
Verizon activated its first 5G network in the U.S. on April 3, a week ahead of schedule. We flew to Chicago to see what it’s like. Using the mid-range Motorola Moto Z3 from 2018 and the 5G Moto Mod, it’s still a high cost of entry to use 5G. So is it worth upgrading your phone, at least in 2019?
Digital Trends Live: Powerbeats Pro, Borderlands 3, and safer ridesharing
On episode 102 of Digital Trends Live, we discussed trending tech topics such as the latest Facebook breach and Verizon's 5G, and welcomed Diondre Lewis, president of ScoopM, to discuss safer ridesharing options than those currently offered by competitors like Uber and Lyft.
The Motorola Moto Z3 and 5G Mod: Everything you need to know
Buckle up your Moto Mods and get ready -- the Motorola Moto Z3 is finally here. Boasting flagship specs and a classic Motorola design, the phone is definitely a serious contender for anyone looking for a flagship-like phone with 5G. Here's everything you need to know about the new Motorola Moto Z3.
Verizon turns on its 5G networks in Chicago and Minneapolis a week early
We thought 5G was just around the corner, but apparently it's already here. Verizon has switched on its 5G network in select parts of Chicago and Minneapolis, giving customers in both of those cities amazing new download speeds while out and about -- if they have a 5G-compatible phone, that is.