A satellite video call has been completed with regular smartphones using AT&T spectrum and powered by AST SpaceMobile satellites. This demonstration was made possible through the BlueBird satellites, which were launched in September 2024 and enable…
Airbus and MediaTek have successfully completed the world’s first trial of 5G NTN (Non-Terrestrial Network) technology over Eutelsat OneWeb’s low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites. The milestone promises to enable seamless terrestrial and satellite network …
Telstra is partnering with Ericsson to launch a state-of-the-art programmable 5G Advanced network. The upgrade will see Telstra incorporate Ericsson’s next-generation Open RAN-ready hardware, 5G Advanced software, and AI-powered automation. These innov…
The demand for multi-vendor networks built on open principles is surging, fuelled by ongoing investment and predictions of surging growth. Open RAN – which hinges on interoperable interfaces and the disaggregation of hardware and software – has become …
AT&T has asserted its dominance in US mobile network performance, according to RootMetrics awards for the second half of 2024. The telecom giant swept six of eight awards, continuing its run as a favourite for overall reliability and speed. However…
Aduna, a venture established by leading telecom operators and Ericsson, is partnering with Sinch to accelerate the global implementation and accessibility of network APIs. Aduna debuted in September 2024 with the mission of simplifying global access to…
Ericsson, Telstra, and Qualcomm have set a new uplink speed record, achieving 516 Mbps on a live sub-6GHz 5G Standalone (SA) network. This latest accomplishment surpasses the previous milestone of 447 Mbps set in October 2024. Consumer and enterprise d…
Vodafone has successfully completed the world’s first space-based video call using everyday 4G and 5G smartphones. The landmark call showcases a technological marvel: the ability to deliver a full mobile broadband experience directly from satellites to…
The Nordics are cementing their place as 5G leaders in Europe and setting benchmarks for widespread availability and innovative strategies. According to Ookla, the Nordics’ timely release of mid-band spectrum, appetite for network sharing, and strong g…
Samsung Galaxy smartphone users on T-Mobile’s network in the US are beginning to gain access to messaging via Starlink satellites. The feature was initially announced a few months ago. Recently, a limited rollout began, with some Galaxy S24 series user…