Wuzhen Summit: China creates AI advisory body, with Alibaba Cloud founder as chief expert

Wuzhen Summit: China creates AI advisory body, with Alibaba Cloud founder as chief expert

China has created a new specialist committee on artificial intelligence (AI), as part of the country’s vision for the development and governance of the technology, amid simmering tensions between Beijing and Washington. The AI Experts Committee will help spearhead efforts to promote the country’s perspective on how the fast-growing technology should be governed, according to … Read more

BSNL deploys over 50,000 4G sites in India’s most remote regions

BSNL deploys over 50,000 4G sites in India’s most remote regions

New Delhi: In a significant move advancing India’s digital connectivity goals, the state-run telecom operator Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has successfully deployed more than 50,000 indigenous 4G sites nationwide, the Ministry of Communications announced. The Ministry said that more than 41,000 sites out of the 50,000 installed till October 29, are now operational. Of … Read more

Nokia to help Vodafone Idea bolster its 4G and 5G network in India

Nokia to help Vodafone Idea bolster its 4G and 5G network in India

New Delhi: Global technology company Nokia on Saturday announced it has been awarded a three-year deal by Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL) to deploy 4G and 5G equipment in India. The companies will deploy 5G network across major cities. The agreement includes the modernisation and expansion of VIL’s 4G network of which Nokia is already a … Read more

5G vs. LTE: What’s the difference and why you should care

5G vs. LTE: What’s the difference and why you should care

Mark Garlick / Science Photo Library via Getty Images By now, you’ve almost certainly heard of 5G, the latest chapter in the evolution of wireless technology. Chances are you already have a smartphone and plan that supports 5G; if you don’t, you probably will after your next upgrade. Although 5G has now effectively reached the … Read more

How fast is 5G? What you need to know about 5G speeds

5G vs. LTE: What’s the difference and why you should care

Cellular carriers around the country are doing everything they can to expand their 5G coverage networks. Millions of people are already covered by a 5G tower in their area, and more are scheduled to arrive throughout 2024 — bringing increased speeds to folks everywhere from the biggest city to the most remote mountain town. Nearly … Read more

How to Turn Off 5G on a Samsung Phone

How to Turn Off 5G on a Samsung Phone

It seems like just yesterday that people were excited about 3G networks — but here we are, with 5G readily available throughout the country. Offering the fastest possible speeds, 5G provides you with incredible connectivity and an overall improved smartphone experience. However, 5G isn’t perfect. Select locations still don’t have the best support, and if … Read more

What are Portable Wi-Fi Hotspots, and How Do They Work?

What are Portable Wi-Fi Hotspots, and How Do They Work?

A dedicated portable Wi-Fi hotspot can be a good alternative if you’re in need of an internet connection while you’re on the go, allowing you to connect several Wi-Fi-enabled devices at one time and share Wi-Fi with friends and family. If you’re interested in a portable Wi-Fi hotspot but aren’t sure where to start, you’re … Read more

What is 5G UC? What that icon on your phone really means

What is 5G UC? What that icon on your phone really means

If you’re wondering what 5G UC means at the top of your phone, you aren’t alone. To put it simply, 5G UC is T-Mobile’s “Ultra Capacity” 5G network. In other words, seeing this means that you are on T-Mobile’s 5G network. At the same time, you may have also heard of 5G UW, a similar … Read more