Page 14 - Latest Updates on 5G
Samsung looks beyond Jio to build 5G network; in talks with Airtel, VIL
Reliance Jio has undertaken trials with Ericsson in 5G
 "Samsung looks beyond Jio to build 5G network; in talks with Airtel, VIL")
Installed base of 5G smartphones crosses 50 million-mark in India
As India prepares for the 5G era, the installed base of smartphones with 5G capabilities crossed 5 crore in the country, a report showed
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5G spectrum auction enters Day 4 as telcos up the game in Uttar Pradesh
At the end of day three and 16 rounds of bidding, there was no action in any frequency band other than 1800 MHz (used for 2G and 4G) in UP East
 "5G spectrum auction enters Day 4 as telcos up the game in Uttar Pradesh")
A late call for BSNL
Funding lifeline is unlikely to transform the utility
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Air India flights to US may need radio filters to counter 5G interference
5G issues unlikely to affect domestic airlines & their operations in India
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Xiaomi Redmi K50i 5G review: Good on many fronts, but short of excellence
The Xiaomi Redmi K50i 5G is a well-packaged smartphone in the midrange segment, but it falls short of proving itself as a competitive alternative to peers
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Google Pixel 6a goes on sale with launch offers on Flipkart: Details here
Priced at Rs 43,999, the Google Pixel 6a comes in in charcoal and chalk colours, and 6GB RAM + 128GB on-board storage configuration
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5G spectrum auction: Why the 700-MHz band is on telcos' bandwidth
It is 5x more efficient, compared to the 1800 MHz for rural area coverage, and twice as efficient as 900 MHz
 "5G spectrum auction: Why the 700-MHz band is on telcos' bandwidth")
Google Pixel 6a review: Smooth experience makes up for tiny imperfections
The Google Pixel 6a cuts corner on essentials one expects in a mid-premium smartphone, yet it turns out to be a strong package lifted by smooth user experience
DoT clears path for backhaul of towers before 5G network rollout
Allots two carriers of 250 MHz each in E band to telcos at administrative price
Realme launches Pad X 5G, Watch 3, Flat Monitor, and more: Details here
Realme on July 26 launched the Pad X 5G, Watch 3, Flat Monitor, Buds Air 3 Neo, and Buds Wireless 2S. Here are the products detail, pricing information, and sale details
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Realme to launch Pad X, Watch 3, and more at TechLife event: Details here
At the Realme TechLife launch event, Realme would announce the Pad X, Smart Keyboard, Pencil, Watch 3, Flat monitor, Buds Wireless 2S, and Buds Air 3 Neo
Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, others gear up for mega 5G spectrum auction
The 5G auctions will be a financial boost for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government, which is trying to tame inflation and rein in the fiscal deficit
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Latest news LIVE: 11 Rajya Sabha MPs suspended from Monsoon Session
From 5G auction to coronavirus and more, catch all the latest developments from across the globe here
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Jio, Airtel poised to gain at Vodafone Idea's expense in 5G auction
The Adanis, after the initial noise as to whether it will get into mobile telephony, will stay clear of consumer 5G mobile
Explained: Will O-RAN disrupt the way 5G networks roll out in India?
The concluding part of the series explains how uncertainty around open radio access network technology stems from its mostly untested status
Top Headlines: AEL set to enter Nifty 50, Jio explores 5G use cases, & more
Adani Enterprises (AEL) is pegged to replace Kolkata-based Shree Cement in the Nifty 50 index, a gauge for the performance of India's capital market
 "Top Headlines: AEL set to enter Nifty 50, Jio explores 5G use cases, & more")
Google Pixel 6a arrives in India, Pixel Buds Pro tags along: Details here
The Google Pixel 6a is currently available for pre-orders in India. The smartphone and Pixel Buds Pro will be available for purchase on Flipkart starting July 28
 "Google Pixel 6a arrives in India, Pixel Buds Pro tags along: Details here")
Jio explores 5G use cases, undertakes trial runs of over 25 applications
Jio also conducted trials on network slicing on 5G, which would help offer enterprises a secure and customised network
Xiaomi launches Redmi K50i smartphone in India: Know price, specs, and more
The Redmi K50i will be available online on Mi online portal and Amazon India, and offline at Mi Home and select retail stores
