Page 26 - Latest Updates on 5G
Top headlines: Railways-coal sector rift continues, 5G phones for Rs 10,000
Business Standard brings you the top headlines at this hour.
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Samsung holds 1st-ever 6G forum to discuss next gen communications tech
At the forum, titled 'The Next Hyper-Connected Experience for All,' global industry experts had presentations and discussions on the topics of 6G air interface and AI-based intelligent networks for 6G
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Xiaomi 12 Pro 5G review: Modestly priced all-round premium smartphone
There is a lot to like about the Xiaomi 12 Pro 5G, but do things look good because of its starting price of Rs 62,999 (8GB+256GB)? Let's find out
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Smartphone shipments to cross 170 mn units in 2022; Samsung leads in 5G
5G mobile shipments in India grew more than 300 per cent (on-year) in India in the first quarter
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Decks cleared for 5G auction; India may see services showcased on 15 August
Trai leaves it to DoT to decide on the validity of spectrum assignment, deferment of auction in 27.5 GHz - 28.5 GHz band and quantum of spectrum to be reserved for BSNL/MTNL
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5G spectrum: Telecom dept must decide on licence term, says Trai
On private captive network, Trai has said that enterprises should be allowed to obtain spectrum on lease from service providers for establishing their isolated networks
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Samsung Galaxy A73 5G is a perfect mid-range phone, with an imperfect price
While Samsung has kept to its formula with the new A73 device, it has not got rid of the misgivings from the previous generation
New testing rules to hamper 5G roll-out, say telecom gear makers
Telecom companies say that operators prefer to use radios, base stations and other products which work seamlessly for both 4G and 5G networks
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Trai may have to discuss and rethink its proposals on 5G spectrum
DCC might write to regulator soon; Points include 20-year licence instead of 30
Can O-RAN truly disrupt the rollout of 5G network tech or is this all hype?
Telecom equipment majors say its disruptive impact is a myth but service providers think otherwise
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DCC likely to meet on Friday to discuss pricing of 5G spectrum
DCC may discuss whether the issue of E band should be referred to the regulator to fix a base price in case it is auctioned
OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G with Qualcomm SD 695, 5000mAh battery launched
The OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite will be available on OnePlus online store, OnePlus Store App, Amazon India, OnePlus Experience stores and other offline partner stores starting April 30
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OnePlus 10R 5G with up to 150W fast-charging tech launched: Details here
OnePlus 10R comes in two variants, one with 150W charging-tech (150W SUPERVOOC Endurance Edition) and the other one with 80W charging-tech (80W SUPERVOOC)
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Xiaomi 12 Pro 5G, Pad 5, smart TV 5A-series launched in India: Details here
Here are the prices, sale details, and specifications of Xiaomi 12 Pro 5G, Xiaomi Pad 5, and Xiaomi Smart TV 5A series
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Xiaomi Next launch event at 12 pm: How to watch livestream, what to expect
At the Xiaomi Next launch event, the Chinese internet company would launch the Xiaomi 12 Pro 5G, the Pad 5, and smart TV 5A-series
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Realme GT 2 Pro 5G review: Great maiden flagship, but not without caveats
The Realme GT 2 Pro has the potential to rank among the best in its segment, but not with its current form
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Behind the curve on metaverse
The metaverse won't work unless it's a seamless environment available on the move
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Things moving on track as per schedule for 5G launch: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Just days after the telecom regulator came out with its recommendations on spectrum pricing and auction modalities, Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday said that things are moving "as per schedule" on 5G.
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Prescribed rollout obligations in sync with global 5G norms: Trai official
Trai has said the rollout obligations prescribed by it as part of the recent spectrum recommendations are easy, fair and rational, and fully in line with global 5G norms
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TechM partners with Keysight to certify 5G vendors' gear in New Jersey lab
Tech Mahindra has announced a collaboration with Keysight Technologies to certify 5G equipment of open radio access network (O-RAN) in Tech Mahindra's 5G O-RAN test lab facility located in New Jersey
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