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Huawei leads with completion of China’s 5G technology R&D test third phase

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NEW DELHI: In the 5G Innovation Development Summit of China’s International ICT Exhibition and Conference, IMT-2020 (5G) Promotion Group announced current progress of China’s 5G Technology R&D (research and development) Test third phase.

Huawei first completed 5G NSA (non-standalone) test and SA (standalone) functional test based on 3GPP Release 15, also achieved breakthrough results in SA field test.

For 5G varied commercial scenarios, Huawei fully verified different commercial products, such as macro sites and indoor sites, etc. Meanwhile, Huawei and Intel jointly completed the industry’s First Call in SA network. In pace with deep discussion on 3GPP R16 standard, Huawei was the only supplier to complete the R16 new technology test in the third phase of China’s 5G Technology R&D Test, contributing to the sustainable development of the 5G industry.

With the gradual distribution of 5G commercial spectrum worldwide, the pace of 5G commercial deployment accelerated significantly. Huawei actively cooperated with the industry to provide verification results on 3GPP-based end-to-end 5G commercial products and solutions, and promoted the maturity of 5G industry chain in different countries and regions with commercial 5G plans.

In this test, Huawei’s 5G end-to-end commercial products, including gNB, 5G bearer network, and NG core, could work in NSA or SA network. In the third phase of the NSA test, key technologies such as dual connectivity were be adopted and good for introducing 5G NR (New Radio) into live network quickly. Furthermore, Huawei’ test results in the SA network showed the ability to provide excellent user experience.

In Small Cell test of China’s 5G Technology R&D Test, Huawei with 5G LampSite performed best, and then kept providing continuous Gbps-level user experience in indoor scenarios while macro sites in outdoor scenarios. In addition, in terms of deep coverage enhancement, Huawei and industry partners were jointly promoting the commercialization of uplink and downlink decoupling which enabled the cell coverage of gNB as same as that of eNodeB which was co-site with gNB. The test results showed that uplink and downlink decoupling could simultaneously improve uplink and downlink user experience especially on the edge of cell. Huawei not only kept accelerating testing progress, but also actively cooperated with industry partners. In this September, Huawei and Intel completed First Call via 5G SA network in IODT.

R16 test for standard pre-research was a very important part in China’s 5G Technology R&D Test. For the enhanced services of eMBB (Enhance Mobile Broadband), the key technologies such as R16 multi-codeword, multi-stream and the design of enhanced receiver were verified. The results showed that the spectrum efficiency of the system is up to 258bps/Hz. NR V2X (New Radio Vehicle-to-Everything) was researched and tested for uRLLC (Ultra-Reliable and Low Latency Communications) and mMTC (massive Machine Type Communications). Meanwhile AI (Artificial Intelligence) security campus as a critical 5G application was verified and explored. A large number of technologies enabling 5G applications will be included in the R16 standard, so Huawei is ready to explore industry digitalization with the vertical industry.

Yang Chaobin, president of Huawei 5G product line, said, ” In the third phase of China’s 5G Technology R&D Test , the test results showed Huawei’s strong confidence in providing operators with mature and reliable 5G end-to-end commercial products and solutions. It was also the result of the joint efforts of Huawei and many industry partners. The promotion of the 5G industry need the efforts from governments, policy regulators, operators, suppliers, instrumentation manufacturers, vertical industries in various countries and regions around the world. Huawei is willing to work together with partners to fully prepare for the successful 5G commercial deployment.”

China’s Technology R&D Test was carried out from 2016 to the end of 2018, including three phases: 5G key technology verification, 5G technical solution verification and 5G system networking verification. Huawei continued to lead in the first phase and the second phase, providing the industry with highly valuable test results. After three months of frozen R15 standard, Huawei is leading the third phase test in NSA and SA network, and cooperated with industry partners to fully support global operators to deploy 5G large-scale commercial network.

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MediaTek Catch-up with Tech: Infinix Zero 30 5G with Dimensity 8020 launched

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NEW DELHI: Chipset maker MediaTek, which claims to power more than two billion connected devices every year, hosted ‘Catch-up with Tech’ in collaboration with handset brand Infinix on August 28 to share insightful and engaging conversations about the new-age smartphones and innovative technologies powering everyday lives.

The meet-up threw the spotlight on the MediaTek Dimensity Auto, Satellite solutions and Generative AI along with an extensive showcase of newly-launched Infinix Zero 30 5G powered by MediaTek Dimensity 8020, Infinix GT 10 Pro powered by MediaTek Dimensity 8050, and Infinix QLED TV powered by MediaTek.

In terms of specs, the Infinix Zero 30 5G is tailored for young storytellers and creators, featuring the first-ever smartphone to deliver 4K 60fps video recording from its 108 MP OIS rear camera and ultra-high resolution 50MP front camera. The Zero 30 series powered by MediaTek Dimensity 8020 is said to be a game changer for the front camera vlogging experience along with being the slimmest curved AMOLED smartphone in the segment with glass and a vegan leather back panel. It also claims to be one of the most premium-looking devices in the segment.

The event witnessed a panel discussion moderated by Anuj Sidharth, Deputy Director Marketing & Corporate Communications, MediaTek and included expert panelists from Infinix, MediaTek and two renowned professional photographers.

“With the fifth edition of Catch-up with Tech, we aim to bring consumers closer to the technology and enable them to make informed buying decisions based on their diverse needs. In collaboration with Infinix, this meet-up is in-line with MediaTek’s vision of technology democratization and making innovative technology accessible to everyone,” said Anku Jain, Managing Director, MediaTek India. “The MediaTek Dimensity 8020 in Infinix Zero 30 5G brings faster displays, brilliant cameras and ultra-fast performance. Further, MediaTek Imagiq technologies enrich the capture experience by combining dedicated AI, imaging processors and accelerators to provide incredible results,” he added.

Anish Kapoor, CEO, Infinix Mobile India, said, “Featuring India’s first 50MP 4K 60 fps video recording, Infinix Zero 30 5G is primed to redefine smartphone imaging capabilities, setting a new standard for the creators and vlogging enthusiasts. Our collaboration with MediaTek has played a pivotal role in shaping our exceptional smartphone portfolio, and the Zero 30 5G stands as evidence of our unwavering commitment to innovation and delivering unmatched experiences to our users. The display and design of the device represent a leap forward in smartphone technology. As Infinix Zero 30 5G hits the shelves, we are positive that our customers will find this new offering as exhilarating as we do, further empowering creators to capture their story like never before.”

Radhakrishnan Chakyat, a photography evangelist, founder and host of Pixel Viilage, said, “Infinix Zero 30 5G smartphone powered by MediaTek Dimensity 8020 chipset has amazing hardware features, an excellent camera, dual-view video mode and is primed for optimal content creation and saves a tremendous amount of editing time.”

Aarzoo Khurana, a wildlife photographer, said, “Over the last few days, I clicked various pictures and recorded a few videos with the newly-launched Infinix Zero 30 5G powered by MediaTek Dimensity 8020, and the experience has been truly inspiring. Infinix’s smartphone’s OIS feature helps content creators click shake-free pictures and the front camera, which is extremely sharp and detailed, enables content creators to click countless selfies.”

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Nokia launches Nokia MEA Mobile Broadband Index confirming 5G drives digital transformation

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NEW DELHI: Nokia has announced the results of its new research report, the Nokia MEA Mobile Broadband Index, which provides a comprehensive overview of the MEA region’s mobile broadband landscape. The in-depth report highlights the steady growth of 5G in the Middle East and Africa region (MEA) as well as its impact on digital transformation.

It confirms that the Middle East is far ahead of Africa in terms of 5G adoption, while many operators in Africa are still developing their business models around 4G. Voice traffic still relies on 2G and 3G networks in many parts of the region.

5G is forecast to increase steadily and will contribute to the growth of the mobile broadband subscriber base, which is expected to grow with a CAGR of six percent in MEA. According to the report, 4G networks in MEA account for 79 percent of overall data traffic today, and by 2027, 4G and 5G will together account for 90 percent of data traffic. In the same year, 4G subscribers will reach 1,214 million (53 percent of total subscribers) whereas 5G adoption is estimated to reach 380 million subscribers (17 percent of total). Yearly ARPU is estimated to increase at USD$3.4 in 2027, and total data traffic is expected to increase at a CAGR of 32 percent from 2022 to 2027.

The report shows that in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, 5G adoption is the fastest, and 5G subscribers are expected to reach 75 percent by 2027, mainly driven by Saudi Arabia. In non-GCC Middle Eastern countries and in Africa, 4G will continue to expand and remain dominant until 2027, while 5G deployment is at nascent stage today and poised to gain more and more momentum over the next years.

As the report confirms, 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) in the GCC countries and 4G FWA in the rest of the MEA region are one of the most attractive use cases, with a significant opportunity for operators to drive incremental revenues. Furthermore, 5G networks are more energy efficient than previous radio network generations, helping operators reach their sustainability targets.

Mikko Lavanti, Head of Mobile Networks at Nokia MEA, said: “MEA is a diverse region with many countries at different stages of development and that is reflected in our report. Data consumption with high-speed networks is increasing exponentially across the MEA market in both urban and rural areas. Reliable 4G and 5G networks are critical for bridging the digital divide in the region, in addition to supporting data-intensive applications for communities and businesses. Nokia is helping both operators and enterprises unlock new opportunities with 5G, building the evolution towards future technologies that will enable enhanced experiences such as the Metaverse.”

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Airtel announces its largest ever 5G roll-out in 125 cities

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NEW DELHI: Bharti Airtel, India’s telecommunications services provider, today announced the launch of its ultra-fast 5G services in 125 cities. Airtel 5G Plus service is now available to customers in over 265 cities in the country.

Airtel 5G Plus has three compelling advantages for customers. First, it runs on a technology that has the widest acceptance in the world with the most developed ecosystem. This ensures that all 5G smartphones in India seamlessly work on the Airtel network. Second, the company promises to deliver the best experience – between 20 to 30 times higher speeds than today coupled with brilliant voice experience and super-fast call connect. Finally, Airtel 5G Plus network will also be kinder to the environment with its special power reduction solution. Powered by the reliable Airtel network infrastructure, Airtel 5G Plus will provide superfast access to High-Definition video streaming, gaming, multiple chatting, instant uploading of photos et all.

Commenting on the launch, Randeep Sekhon, CTO, Bharti Airtel said, “5G has revolutionized the world of internet, ushering new era of connectivity and communications that will prove to be a game-changer for the country. At Airtel, we remain committed to delivering the highest quality of network and service to our customers as we roll-out 125 more cities today. Airtel was the first in the country to offer 5G services in October 2022, and today’s mega launch is our promise to connect every Airtel customer in the country with ultra-fast Airtel 5G Plus. Our 5G rollout is on track to cover all towns and key rural areas by March 2024.”

Airtel 5G Plus service availability will continue to rapidly expand – including service in all towns and villages in the country soon – as the company is working towards offering nationwide coverage. Airtel is now offering its 5G services in every major city from the upper northern city of Jammu to the southern tip of Kanyakumari.

In the last one year, Airtel has demonstrated the power of 5G with a host of powerful use cases that will change the way customers lead their lives and do business. From India’s first live 5G network in Hyderabad to India’s first private 5G network at the BOSCH facility in Bengaluru to partnering with Mahindra & Mahindra to make its Chakan manufacturing facility, India’s first 5G enabled auto manufacturing unit, Airtel has been at the forefront of 5G innovation.

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