5G

According to VIAVI, which offers lab-based network test solutions, the new total 1,662 cities across 65 countries represents an increase of more than 20 per cent during 2021 to date. "Although we are seeing a significant jump in the number of networks being rolled out, not all 5G technologies are created equal," Sameh Yamany, Chief Technology Officer, VIAVI, said in a statement.

The new chipsets that include a 3rd generation RFIC, 2nd generation 5G modem, and DFE-RFIC integrated chip were unveiled as a part of the company's initiative to help foster compact and efficient, yet high-performing 5G solutions.

The company which has started working on the 6G technology and expects completion of the 6G standard and its earliest commercialisation by as early as 2028, will hold 'Samsung Networks: Redefined' virtual event on Tuesday to unleash the full power of 5G. "You will discover how technologies, especially chips and software, can ultimately maximise the performance of networks." the company said in an update on Monday.

Globally, 5G mobile subscriptions will exceed 580 million by the end of 2021, driven by an estimated one million new 5G mobile subscriptions every day, according to a report by Swedish telecommunications giant Ericsson. The average traffic per smartphone user in India has increased from 13GB per month in 2019 to 14.6GB per month in 2020. The average traffic per smartphone in the India region stands second highest globally.

With iQOO Z3, the brand has brought future-ready 5G capabilities, superb camera technology and strong hardware specifications into the hands of young users who love mobile gaming and OTT streaming. Packed with latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 768G 5G Mobile Platform, 55W FlashCharge and a 64MP Auto Focus Main camera, the top-end variant of iQOO Z3 is available for Rs 22,990 (8GB+256GB) on online channels.

In Q1 2021, within just one year after the launch of the world's first commercial 5G network, almost one out of every three smartphones sold worldwide was supported by 5G. Developed markets have been driving 5G adoption. However, this is expected to change as more emerging markets are starting to launch commercial 5G services, according to a white paper released by smartphone brand realme and Counterpoint Research.

The radio component revenue reached an all-time high in 2020 and strong growth will continue, according to latest research from Strategy Analytics. The radio components include baseband processors, RF transceivers, power amplifiers, RF filters, switches, antenna tuners, drain modulators, tuners, and other RF front-end components.

Japanese design company Balmuda said in a statement this week that it has decided to enter the mobile terminal business (5G smartphone development and sales), which is a new product category. The company which is better known for making "Balmuda The Toaster" that sells for 25,850 yen (about $235) said it is joining hands with Kyocera and SoftBank for the new 5G smartphone.

"Dimensity 900 brings a suite of connectivity, display and 4K HDR visual enhancements to mid-tier 5G smartphones and gives brands great design flexibility for their 5G portfolios," J.C. Hsu, Corporate VP and GM of MediaTek's Wireless Communications Business Unit, said in a statement.

In fact, India has the biggest rise in intention to upgrade with 67 per cent of users expressing an intention to take up 5G once it is available, an increase of 14 percentage points over 2019. A new report by Ericsson ConsumerLab highlights how 5G is already beginning to trigger new user behaviours.