(Image Credit: Kārlis Dambrāns) Samsung, the South Korean technology leader, continues to push the boundaries of mobile communications as companies and standards bodies work toward next-generation 5G networks. Although a unified 5G standard is still developing, several manufacturers are already exploring potential implementations and proving what the technology might deliver in real-world use. Samsung has … Read more
There has long been discussion about collaboration between network operators and over-the-top (OTT) service providers, but not everyone shares an idealized view of how that relationship should work. “Every day, every morning, every night, I’m thinking of how to compete with Fiber, Skype and WhatsApp,” said Giles Corbett, head of Libon at Orange, during a … Read more
(Image Credit: iStockPhoto/serggn) The latest “Global State of Mobile Networks” report from OpenSignal offers a detailed international comparison of mobile network performance across key metrics. The August 2016 edition highlights which countries lead in network availability and speeds, and reveals wide variation between the top and bottom performers. South Korea tops the list for both … Read more
Picture credit: Ericsson Ericsson has introduced its verified Network Functions Virtualisation (NFV) infrastructure solution, NFVi, designed to support software-defined infrastructure and serve as a foundational element for 5G and Internet of Things (IoT) deployments. The NFVi offering is positioned to accelerate operators’ transformation by delivering a tested, interoperable platform for virtualised network functions. The NFVi … Read more
Almost a week ago, Thom Yorke, the lead singer of Radiohead, withdrew his music from Spotify to protest how little streaming services pay artists. Ironically, he soon launched his own subscription service just days after making this criticism. But let’s consider the broader question: do creators earn less when their work appears on platforms like … Read more
One of the world’s largest telecommunications and Internet service providers, Level 3 operates the infrastructure that keeps online gaming sessions running smoothly and securely. TelecomsTech spoke with James Taylor, Director of Cloud Services for EMEA, about how the company supports the gaming industry. Gaming has rapidly become one of the most important global entertainment sectors, … Read more
EE and Nokia have upgraded mobile connectivity around Wimbledon to better serve residents and the many visitors to this London district, home to one of the world’s most renowned tennis championships. Using 17 existing 4G and 5G sites alongside a newly installed small cell network, EE aims to deliver high-capacity, high-speed mobile service to the … Read more
(Image Credit: Sean MacEntee) New data from ThinkBroadband shows Bristol leads the UK for superfast broadband coverage, with 97 percent of the city having access to high-speed connections. Alongside the fastest average download and upload speeds in the country, this strong coverage supports Bristol’s growing reputation as a technology hub. The city’s average download speed … Read more
(Image Credit: iStockPhoto/disqis) Virgin Media has announced plans to extend its Project Lightning program to cover an additional 36,000 premises in Scotland by 2019. Project Lightning is a £3 billion investment by Virgin Media to expand its 300Mbps broadband and television network across the UK. The program aims to connect an extra four million premises, … Read more
Huawei has recorded its largest-ever revenue decline as international sanctions and ongoing global challenges continue to weigh on the company’s performance. In addition to the widespread effects of the pandemic and the global semiconductor shortage that have hit many technology firms, Huawei has faced targeted international restrictions resulting from national security concerns. These factors combined … Read more