5G unmade: The UK’s Huawei reversal splits the global telecom supply chain
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5G: Telecoms firms get new deadline to stop installing Huawei kit
The UK government has required that no new equipment provided by the Chinese giant be installed from next September.
Filling the 5G gap left by the Huawei ban is going to be expensive
The UK government has pledged £250 million to diversify the country's 5G supply chain in the wake of a ban on Huawei's equipment.
China lashes out at India app block, UK 5G ban
Government officials express "serious" and "significant" concerns over India's move to block another 43 mobile apps developed by Chinese tech vendors as well as the UK's new security law that threatens heavy fines for local telcos that use Huawei's 5G equipment.
Huawei ban: Big fines for telecoms companies if they ignore new security standards
A new security bill enshrines the Huawei ban into UK law, and lays out sanctions for those who fail to follow the rules.
Trade war restrictions force Huawei to sell off Honor business
Chinese giant cites 'persistent unavailability of technical elements' as the reason for selling its Honor sub-brand.
Potential Huawei ban raises concerns over 5G in Brazil
Intervention could be detrimental to consumers and also have repercussions in the ongoing trade relations with China, experts say.
Best not-so-new phones in 2020: Why last year's and older models make great deals
"Latest and greatest" doesn't always make a device your best buy. Today's phones are capable of lasting a couple of years without little compromise, and Matt Miller found a few select older models that you should consider.
BT and Ericsson sign 5G deal as Huawei ban takes shape
Leading UK communications provider BT has signed up its second alternative 5G network vendor.
Samsung Display gains licence from US to sell OLED to Huawei
The company is the first among South Korean tech firms to gain a licence from the US government.
Four more European nations sign onto US 5G security agreements
Slovak Republic, Bulgaria, Kosovo, and North Macedonia sign up to US initiative to only use 'trusted' telco equipment suppliers.
Huawei Mate 40 series: Flagship phones with limited appeal outside China
Huawei has launched an impressive-looking range of high-end Mate-series smartphones. But the US technology ban continues to cast a long shadow over the Chinese company's operations.
Best smartwatch: Apple and Samsung battle for a spot on your wrist
It's been five years since the first Apple Watch was released, and it is clear that Apple's wearable is the best smartwatch available today. It requires an iPhone, though, so others are better for Android phone owners and those looking for something different.
Sweden bans Huawei and ZTE equipment from 5G rollout
The decision comes a few weeks ahead of the country's 5G auction.
The 10 best smartphones of 2020: Z Fold 2 tough to beat for productivity
5G is still in its infancy in the US, but low-, mid-, and high-band networks are available from all major carriers. It's not the only reason to consider our top picks, but 5G support is one reason to buy a phone and be confident keeping it for two or three years.
5G could generate trillions in benefits in the next decade. So why aren't companies moving faster with it?
5G offers big benefits - but there are big hurdles, too.
UAG cases for the LG G8 and Huawei P30 Pro: Stylish rugged drop protection
Urban Armor Gear (UAG) is known for making lightweight, attractive cases for the latest smartphones and has models available for the latest from LG and Huawei. These affordable cases will protect your expensive smartphone investment while looking cool.
Smartphone fashion show: Nine beautiful smartphones prove they aren't all black slabs
Some people complain that all smartphones today are black slabs. Actually, we have seen some brilliant colored phones the last couple of years so here's a few to consider.
UAG Plyo and Plasma for the Huawei P20 Pro: Drop protection for the best smartphone
Urban Armor Gear (UAG) makes my favorite cases for popular smartphones so I was very excited to see it release some options for the current best smartphone available, the Huawei P20 Pro.
Capture your best shot with smartphone dual cameras
2018 may be the year that dual rear cameras become a standard on smartphones. There are different reasons to use these dual rear cameras and a few different types of lenses being used.
Best gifts: Wearables for the whole family
Many New Year's resolutions are focused on achieving fitness and weight goals with wearable tech serving as functional tools to help you reach those goals.
Gallery: Top LTE smartwatches
LTE smartwatches allow you to stay in touch even when your smartphone is at home. Here's a selection of the leading players right now.
Meet the army of Surface Pro clones and lookalikes
They laughed at the original Surface RT. But Microsoft persisted, refining the Surface Pro's features and engineering away its flaws through multiple iterations. The proof of success? Just look at all the Surface Pro clones.
Amazon Alexa on the Huawei Mate 9: Hands-on screenshots
Huawei Mate 9 owners in the US now have the option to use Amazon Alexa for intelligent voice control. You don't need an Amazon Echo and there are currently still a few limitations.
Android Nougat and EMUI 5.0 roll out to the Honor 8: in pictures
The Honor 8 was one of the best affordable phones of 2016 and today the update to Android Nougat is starting to roll out.
Hurricane or storm knock power out? Stay charged up with Mophie universal power packs
Today's phones will get your through a day, but when you lose power and need to stay connected you need another solution. Mophie offers several great options for your mobile needs.
Mobile World Congress in pictures
The stands, the smartphones, the smartwatches, and the smartcars.
Huawei Ascend P2: Hands-on with the 150Mbps 4G smartphone
Huawei showed off its 4G LTE-equipped Ascend P2 at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. ZDNet spent a little time with it.
Huawei and ZTE equipment banned from Swedish 5G networks
Sweden made the decision a few weeks prior to the country's 5G auction which is set for November 10.
Huawei becomes number 1 smartphone seller beating Samsung
But Huawei's milestone wouldn't have happened now were it not for the COVID-19 pandemic, says analyst Canalys.
One in three smartphones sold in China was 5G
5G smartphone sales in China are rocketing. That could be a big deal for the rest of the world
5G will happen without Huawei in the UK
Daphne Leprince-Ringuet says the UK has decided to ban Huawei from its 5G networks entirely. What are the challenges ahead? Read more: https://zd.net/2DKdNZ0
Coronavirus outbreak hurts worldwide smartphone shipments says IDC
Shipment volumes suffered its largest year over year decline in the first quarter.
BT goes with Ericsson for 5G core
Banned from using Huawei, BT has chosen the Swedish carrier equipment provider for the core of its 5G network.
Android phone without Google: Why Huawei P40 Pro is still a great choice
Just how flawed an experience is it to use an Android smartphone without Google Mobile Services? Not as much as you think it is.
US bans federals funds from being used on Huawei and ZTE equipment
It will also create a reimbursement fund to pay those that rip out the prohibited equipment.
The US’ 5G response: No to allies who even think about Huawei
Scott Fulton tells Karen Roby that maybe America isn’t ready yet to defy the world with its own, USA-branded fifth-generation wireless tech. But it’s preparing to battle anyone – France, the UK, Germany, and maybe even India – who doesn’t invest in Ericsson or Nokia equipment instead, including with trade sanctions. Is all this really worth a global cold war? Read more: https://zd.net/37WE2oB
Huawei takes Verizon to court for alleged patent infringement
The Chinese company claims it was the last resort following lengthy negotiations with Verizon.
'The latest' is not necessarily 'the best': Older models worth considering
Today's phones are capable of lasting a couple of years without little compromise, and ZDNet found a few select older models that you should consider.
Australian government and opposition dismiss talk of revisiting Huawei 5G ban
Canberra will not revisit the ban on Huawei supplying 5G equipment in Australia.
Cheap smartphones for 2020: New technologies, new models due as industry waits on Apple
Jason Squared discusses how Qualcomm, Motorola, OnePlus, and ZTE all have entry-level products coming soon. But what about Cupertino? Read more: https://zd.net/31fiBx6
TomTom: Huawei finds replacement for Google Maps
The Chinese manufacturer's phones will be fitted with TomTom's navigation services.
Group of senators call for FERC to ban Huawei equipment
American lawmakers claim Huawei is a threat to the energy infrastructure of the US in a letter to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
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