Quick glossary: 5G technology
5G will be the key to unlocking the full potential of IoT and a host of other technologies. Businesses can get a jump on their competition if they apply the power of 5G to their products and services first....
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Telstra connects device to 5G with Ericsson and Qualcomm
Telstra has used a Qualcomm 5G chipset and device with Ericsson 5G software and its own 3.5GHz spectrum to achieve a live 5G connection.
SK Telecom and Samsung to collaborate on 5G for enterprise
SK Telecom and Samsung will collaborate in 5G research and development, including in augmented reality, as rollout in the enterprise gears up for next month.
Huawei and Three UK trial 5G home broadband
Huawei is still actively playing in the UK's 5G market, this week announcing trials of home broadband services with Three UK using commercial 5G routers that attained download speeds of up to 2Gbps.
T-Mobile announces 5G connection with Nokia
Nokia and T-Mobile have successfully transmitted 5G data using low-band spectrum, which they say will provide 5G coverage to the entire nation by 2020.
On a roof, inside London's 5G mobile trial
On the rooftops of London, the next generation of mobile services is coming into focus.
KT tests driverless bus at Korean airport
South Korean telecommunications carrier KT has tested a self-driving bus at the country's Incheon International Airport.
Tech companies are dialling down the hype around 5G mobile - here's why
5G will bring big benefits in the future, but over-hyping it today won't help anyone.
NBN satellite business plan 'a matter of urgency': Joint committee
NBN should introduce its business-grade satellite project, address fixed-wireless congestion, and update its regional broadband levy amounts before passing legislation, the joint standing committee has recommended.
NBN not worried about 5G competition, completes own 5G tests
NBN has reported revenue up 50 percent to AU$620 million for the first quarter of FY19, alongside a 65 percent improvement in earnings.
Australia works to prevent beach drownings through Wi-Fi
The free 'Life-Fi' service will be used to encourage beachgoers to stay between the flags, and to push safety alerts to their phones describing beach conditions in seven different languages.
Samsung to invest $22 billion in 5G and AI
5G will unlock the potential of artificial intelligence, Samsung's network boss says, and the South Korean tech giant will invest $22 billion in the next-generation network to secure 20 percent market share by 2020.
Optus announces 43 new mobile towers for South Australia
Optus will invest AU$23.6 million to build out more mobile sites across South Australia over the next few months.
Verizon connects smartphone to 5G network
Verizon used a 5G-upgradeable Motorola smartphone with a Qualcomm 5G modem and Samsung's 5G technology to connect to its new mobile network.
EE: 5G is coming to these 16 cities
EE's rollout to the 1,500 busiest sites in the UK will start in 2019, but don't expect 5G autonomous cars or smart cities just yet.
True 5G standard to be set in December 2019: Samsung
Samsung will turn in its second 5G standard to the ITU in December next year, which will pave the way for connected cars and smart factories.
Pictures: London's 5G trial takes to the rooftops
EE is testing out the next generation of mobile technology across a slice of east London.
Speck GrabTab hands-on: Better than a PopSocket in a couple ways
PopSockets are popular for helping you hold onto your phone and propping it up. Speck's new GrabTab accessory does this with very little bulk while also still supporting wireless charging.
Apple iPhone XR Silk case roundup: Great options for less than $25
There are a ton of case and accessory options for the new Apple iPhones. Silk released some great case options priced from $12 to $25.
Here's what Samsung's new One UI looks like on a Galaxy S9
We installed the One UI beta on a Galaxy S9 to see the company's new approach looks like for ourselves.
Apple products you shouldn't buy (November 2018 edition)
While Apple carried out a big refresh of its hardware lineup in September and October, refreshing the iPhones, iPad Pro, and some of the Macs, there are plenty of other Apple products you should avoid buying in the run up to the holidays.
Make your old Mac faster
Is your old Mac feeling its age? Have boot times spiraled from seconds to minutes? Are you starting to think that it might be time to buy a new Mac? Not so fast! Here's how you can give your old Mac a new lease of life.
Best wireless chargers for your smartphone or smart watch
Wireless charging is now a mainstream technology, and there are plenty of attractively designed chargers to choose from.
iOS 12.1: Change these privacy and security settings now
Concerned about the security of the data you store on your iPhone and iPad? Here are the steps you should take to lock down an iPhone or iPad running iOS 12. (Updated for iOS 12.1)
Best gifts for co-workers under $50 on Amazon
Shopping for co-workers is rough. You don't want to spend a lot, but you also don't want to be a cheapskate. And, hopefully, you want to get something they'll like. To make the holidays less stressful this year, we've done the hard work for you and found the perfect, budget-friendly gifts. You're welcome.
Apple Pencil (2nd-generation)
First look at Apple's new second-generation Apple Pencil.
Scenes from Apple's iPad Pro and Mac event
Apple's October 2018 hardware event in New York City focused on updates to the iPad Pro, a new Apple Pencil 2, and new Mac models, including a refreshed version of the MacBook Air and Mac mini. Here's everything that happened during the show -- scene by scene.
PureGear cases for Apple iPhone XR: Clear cases show off the bright colors, protect the iPhone
Apple offers six colors of iPhone XR so if you choose one of the bright colored ones then you likely want to show off that color. PureGear clear case options give you a better grip on your phone while letting you show off its great looks.
Best gifts: 20 luxury gadgets for the billionaire who has everything
Money may not be able to buy you happiness -- but it certainly can provide you with some crazy technology and gadgets. Here are some of our favorite luxury gifts.
Affordable: Top tech, gadgets for under $100
Here are some of our favorite innovative and fun gadgets and gifts for tech enthusiasts. These are affordable and budget-friendly.
How to test chargers and power banks to make sure they don't blow up your expensive smartphone
I test dozens of chargers and power banks every month, and you can be guaranteed that plugging my expensive iPhone or iPad into them isn't the first thing I do. (Updated: October 2018)
iOS 12.1: The top 10 features
Chances are that by now you've downloaded and installed iOS 12.1 onto your iPhones and iPads. Read more: https://zd.net/2xk419U
Patch regularly or else: Google has a new contract for Android vendors
Google's new contract for Android vendors that want its core apps aims to bring the industry in line with Samsung's security patching model.
Is it the right moment to bring Windows 10 Mobile back from the dead?
Recent antitrust developments in the EU could present an opportunity for a third mobile platform that never really had a chance to mature and develop an ecosystem when it first released. Read more: https://zd.net/2OJKCtR
Pixel Slate and Pixel 3: Are Google's new devices priced right?
Larry Dignan and Jason Hiner discuss the pros and cons of Google's latest mobile devices and how they advance the company's hardware strategy.
Battery issues after downloading iOS12? Follow these tips
Are you finding that your iPhone's battery life is bad since installing iOS 12? Here's how to diagnose and fix the most common issues that might be causing this.
iPhone XS or Galaxy S line: We break it down for you
Should you buy the latest Apple or Samsung device? And which size? This guide breaks down the factors that matter most to business buyers and consumers alike. Read more: https://zd.net/2N0bmAI
Planning a trip? Google redesigns travel features in mobile search engine
Google wants its search to be the one-stop shop for all trip and accommodation planning.
iOS 12: Haven't updated yet?
Here's what you need to do to ensure that your upgrade to iOS 12 goes as smoothly as possible and you don't lose any data. Read more: https://zd.net/2MFMHAZ
Google adds rugged devices to Android Enterprise Recommended program
By adding rugged devices to its Android Enterprise Recommended program, Google is looking to add more devices to retail, manufacturing and field service settings. Read more: https://zd.net/2Ch2mHl
Google announces Wear OS redesign
Google has announced a new and improved look to its wearable platform, Wear OS, that includes a new notification stream, an activity feed, and a Google Assistant feed. Read more: https://zd.net/2MFUfZL
Google ready to launch the Android Pie Go edition
Google plans to release the Go edition of Android Pie this fall, as the full version reaches beta-program devices.
Samsung Galaxy Watch: Improved battery life and more health features
Ditching the Gear namesake, the Galaxy Watch comes in two different sizes, 42mm or 46mm, and still runs Tizen, the company's wearable operating system. Read more: https://zd.net/2M40oyq
Android 9 Pie is now available for Pixel and Essential phone users
Google rolls out Android 9 Pie to Pixel phones first, with Essential phones to follow.
Samsung Galaxy Note 9: What we know so far
A leaked video touts the device's "all new powerful S Pen", all-day battery life, and 1 TB of storage with 512 GB microSD card. We get to see it all August 9.
One in ten Android devices now run on Oreo
The eighth release of Android is finally making headway.
