93 per cent of Indians expected to adopt 5G connectivity by 2029: Report
1 year ago

93 per cent of Indians expected to adopt 5G connectivity by 2029: Report

India TV News  

India is gearing up for a massive increase in 5G subscriptions, predicts a recent report by Ericsson. The report also predicts that 5G coverage will be available to more than 45% of the global population by the end of 2023 and 85% by the end of 2029. But as 5G becomes more popular, the number of people using 4G might drop from 870 million in 2023 to 390 million in 2029. "With more than 600 million 5G subscriptions added globally this year, and rising in every region, it is evident that the demand for high-performance connectivity is strong," said Fredrik Jejdling, Executive Vice President and Head of Networks, Ericsson. As per the report, In India, almost everyone will be using smartphones for their mobile connections – going from 82 per cent in 2023 to 93 per cent in 2029.

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India leads the world in 5G users and genAI adoption, finds Ericsson study
3 weeks, 4 days ago

India leads the world in 5G users and genAI adoption, finds Ericsson study

Firstpost  

India’s 5G adoption continues to grow, with satisfaction rates among users climbing from 48 per cent in 2023 to 57 per cent in 2024. Image Credit: Pexels India is leading the charge in 5G adoption and generative artificial intelligence use, according to the 2024 Ericsson ConsumerLab Report, “Elevating 5G with Differentiated Connectivity.” The study, based on a survey of over …

India will have more than 270 mn 5G subs by 2024-end, 970 mn by 2030: Ericsson report
3 weeks, 6 days ago

India will have more than 270 mn 5G subs by 2024-end, 970 mn by 2030: Ericsson report

Live Mint  

India is poised to become a 5G powerhouse in the coming years, with projections indicating that 5G subscriptions will exceed 270 million by the end of 2024, according to the latest Ericsson Mobility Report. By 2030, the number of 5G subscriptions is expected to climb to around 970 million, accounting for 74% of all mobile subscriptions, the report said. The …

India Is Now Ahead Of US As The 2nd Largest 5G Mobile Market, China Still The Leader
3 months, 2 weeks ago

India Is Now Ahead Of US As The 2nd Largest 5G Mobile Market, China Still The Leader

News 18  

India has overtaken the US to become the world’s second-biggest 5G handset market for the first time, behind China, a report has mentioned. The global 5G handset shipments grew 20 percent in the first half of 2024, according to the Counterpoint Research. Apple led the 5G handset shipments, accounting for more than 25 percent share. Apple led the 5G handset …

China home to 3.92 million 5G base stations
5 months ago

China home to 3.92 million 5G base stations

China Daily  

Technicians carry out an upgrade of a 5G station in Tongling, Anhui province, Dec 1, 2023. BEIJING - The number of 5G base stations in China had risen to nearly 3.92 million by the end of June, data from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology showed on Tuesday. The figure represented a net increase of 540,000 5G base stations …

China sees an increase in 5G smartphone shipments
5 months, 1 week ago

China sees an increase in 5G smartphone shipments

China Daily  

iQOO unveiled its latest phone Neo9S Pro+, which features its self-developed Q1 gaming chip and Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 chip. A total of 25.53 million 5G phones were shipped in China, marking a 26.6 percent year-on-year growth and accounting for 84.2 percent of the total mobile phone shipments during May, the report said. From January to May 2024, the cumulative shipment …

5G subscriptions in India are expected to account for more than half of all mobile subscriptions by end of 2029, says study
5 months, 3 weeks ago

5G subscriptions in India are expected to account for more than half of all mobile subscriptions by end of 2029, says study

The Hindu  

5G subscriptions in India are expected to account for nearly 65% of all mobile subscriptions by the end of 2029 reaching 840 million. At end of 2023, 5G subscriptions stood at around 119 million, Ericsson Mobility report said. Globally, mobile network data traffic grew 25% year-on-year between the end of March 2023 and the end of March 2024, driven primarily …

China to push ahead with 5G-A deployments
5 months, 3 weeks ago

China to push ahead with 5G-A deployments

China Daily  

A visitor tries out VR products at the 2024 Mobile World Congress in Shanghai. CHEN AIPING/XINHUA China will step up efforts to commercialize 5G Advanced, or 5G-A, technologies, which will help accelerate the application of artificial intelligence in more sectors and pave the way for identifying key 6G technologies, officials and company executives said on Wednesday. Zhao Zhiguo, chief engineer …

5G-A pilots gathering steam
6 months, 1 week ago

5G-A pilots gathering steam

China Daily  

China Mobile employees check 5G-A equipment at a facility in Tongling, Anhui province. GUO SHINING/FOR CHINA DAILY Several cities in China are exploring 5G-A network construction and application scenarios, unlocking vast opportunities for the technology's development as well as for the digital economy, experts and business executives said. Zhao Zhiguo, chief engineer at the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, …

GSMA: China's 5G connection rate to reach 90% by 2030
8 months, 3 weeks ago

GSMA: China's 5G connection rate to reach 90% by 2030

China Daily  

chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: Mar 29, 2024 China's telecom operators have invested relentlessly over the past five years in building out a fantastic network, GSMA director-general Mats Granryd said during an exclusive interview with China Daily Website on Tuesday, adding that they think by 2030 the country will reach almost 90 percent in 5G connection. He said China has quite a …

GSMA: China's 5G connection rate to reach 90% by 2030
8 months, 3 weeks ago

GSMA: China's 5G connection rate to reach 90% by 2030

China Daily  

China's telecom operators have invested relentlessly over the past five years in building out a fantastic network, GSMA director-general Mats Granryd said during an exclusive interview with China Daily Website on Tuesday, adding that they think by 2030 the country will reach almost 90 percent in 5G connection. He said China has quite a lot of contributions in the world's …

5G smartphone shipments surpass 2 billion globally in Q4 2023
9 months, 4 weeks ago

5G smartphone shipments surpass 2 billion globally in Q4 2023

The Hindu  

Global 5G smartphone shipments surpassed 2 billion units globally in Q4 2023. Major smartphone makers like Apple and Samsung emerged as the top 5G smartphone brands, shipping over one billion units cumulatively, Counterpoint, a global market research firm shared in a press release. The launch of the iPhone 12 series significantly accelerated 5G adoption taking shipments to above 100 million …

Apple Might Be Already Working On 6G Tech For iPhones: What We Know
1 year ago

Apple Might Be Already Working On 6G Tech For iPhones: What We Know

News 18  

Apple has been working on its own 5G modem for iPhones which was supposed to be launched in the coming years. And now, a new report hints that Apple may have actually stopped work on the 5G modem, instead it is ready to make a 6G modem for iPhones. It is interesting to see the focus change from 5G to …

Has Lava Blaze 2 democratised 5G for the Indian masses?
1 year, 1 month ago

Has Lava Blaze 2 democratised 5G for the Indian masses?

India Today  

In the world of smartphones, the year 2023 brought a significant transformation, driven by the rapid adoption of 5G technology. However, with the introduction of more affordable 5G smartphones this year, such as the Redmi 12, Poco M6 Pro, Lava Blaze Pro etc., 5G technology is becoming increasingly accessible to a wider range of consumers. Similarly, the Lava Blaze 2 …

5G Budget Phones Are Not Dead In India: Qualcomm To News18
1 year, 1 month ago

5G Budget Phones Are Not Dead In India: Qualcomm To News18

News 18  

Indian users can finally expect brands to launch budget 5G phones helping them use the new high-speed network in the country. Speaking to News18 recently, Savi Soin, President of Qualcomm India talked about his company’s relative absence from the sub-Rs 10,000 mobile segment in the country with 5G phones so far. We have been hearing from brands about their plans …

31 million users in India seen upgrading to 5G phones by December: Ericsson survey
1 year, 2 months ago

31 million users in India seen upgrading to 5G phones by December: Ericsson survey

The Hindu  

As many as 31 million smartphone users in India are expected to upgrade to 5G phones between now and December, a report by Ericsson said on Tuesday underlining the accelerated pace at which the world’s second largest telecom market is adopting the ultra high-speed services. Swedish telecom maker Ericsson’s Consumer Lab’s Global Survey released on Tuesday pointed out that 5G …

Indians willing to pay a premium for elevated 5G experience
1 year, 2 months ago

Indians willing to pay a premium for elevated 5G experience

The Hindu  

Indian 5G users, 14 percent, are willing to pay a premium for the innovative use cases like elevated speed, low latency and high uplinking speed, telecom gear maker Ericsson said on Tuesday while launching its consumer lab report. Indians on 5G networks are spending additional two hours more, per week, compared to countries like South Korea and U.S. “The majority …

31 mn Indians may upgrade to 5G phones in 2023
1 year, 2 months ago

31 mn Indians may upgrade to 5G phones in 2023

Live Mint  

New Delhi: Nearly 31 million users in India are expected to upgrade to 5G phones in 2023, and 39% are willing to pay more for higher data usage on 5G plans, a report by Ericsson Consumer Lab's Global Survey said. The research shows that one in five smartphone users are willing to pay an average premium of 14 percent for …

Global 5G Mobile Subscriptions Reach 1.3 Bn, India Adds Most Overall Users
1 year, 3 months ago

Global 5G Mobile Subscriptions Reach 1.3 Bn, India Adds Most Overall Users

News 18  

Global 5G subscriptions grew by 175 million in the second quarter while India accounted for the most net addition of overall mobile subscriptions with over seven million new users in the period, a new report showed on Tuesday. In the second quarter, the number of mobile subscriptions totalled 8.3 billion, with a net addition of 40 million subscriptions during the …

India tops global mobile subscription growth, contributing over 7 million users
1 year, 3 months ago

India tops global mobile subscription growth, contributing over 7 million users

India TV News  

Global 5G mobile subscriptions have reached a milestone of 1.3 billion, with significant growth in the second quarter of the year. During the same period, the total number of mobile subscriptions worldwide reached 8.3 billion, with a net addition of 40 million subscriptions in Q2. In terms of mobile subscription penetration, the global rate stood at 105 per cent in …

No signal from Delhi Metro on plans to provide 5G access underground
1 year, 4 months ago

No signal from Delhi Metro on plans to provide 5G access underground

The Hindu  

While the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation has proposed the installation of 5G infrastructure on metro pillars, its response to a Right to Information plea by The Hindu showed that the transit system has no concrete plans to provide faster internet in its underground sections. At present, 4G network is accessible on the underground metro lines, albeit at a slow speed, …

‘India tops Ericsson agenda; country to be future 5G hub’
1 year, 5 months ago

‘India tops Ericsson agenda; country to be future 5G hub’

Live Mint  

New Delhi: India has been a top priority market for Swedish telecom gear manufacturer Ericsson with telecom service providers spearheading the fastest deployment of 5G networks, said Nunzio Mirtillo, senior vice president and head of South East Asia, Oceania and India, in an interview. Edited excerpts: With India swiftly rolling out 5G networks, what has been the impact on your …

Slow 5G adoption in India due to limited coverage and affordable handset availability
1 year, 5 months ago

Slow 5G adoption in India due to limited coverage and affordable handset availability

India TV News  

According to a recent report by Counterpoint Research, the mass adoption of 5G in India is being hindered by patchy network coverage and the lack of affordable 5G handsets. Furthermore, the report highlighted the lack of awareness about the use cases of 5G and the limited availability of 5G handsets priced below Rs 10,000. Counterpoint's data revealed that 5G smartphone …

Smartphone data consumption to reach 62 GB in next five years: Report
1 year, 6 months ago

Smartphone data consumption to reach 62 GB in next five years: Report

The Hindu  

Average data traffic per smartphone is projected to grow from 26 GB per month in 2022 to around 62 GB per month in 2028 with a CAGR of 16 percent, reveals the June 2023 edition of the Ericsson Mobility Report. It says, total mobile data traffic is estimated to grow from 18 EB per month in 2022 to 58 EB …

57 Percent Of Mobile Subscriptions In India Expected To Be 5G By 2028: Report
1 year, 6 months ago

57 Percent Of Mobile Subscriptions In India Expected To Be 5G By 2028: Report

News 18  

The 5G subscription in India is estimated to have reached about 10 million by 2022 end, and is seen accounting for about 57 per cent of mobile subscriptions in the country by the end of 2028, making it “the fastest growing" 5G region globally, according to Ericsson Mobility Report. The geopolitical challenges and macroeconomic slowdown in some markets notwithstanding, communications …

India set to achieve 700 million 5G mobile subscriptions by 2028: Report
1 year, 6 months ago

India set to achieve 700 million 5G mobile subscriptions by 2028: Report

India TV News  

A recent report from Ericsson has revealed that the number of 5G mobile subscriptions in India reached approximately 10 million by the end of 2022. The study estimates that this figure will skyrocket to around 700 million by the end of 2028, constituting roughly 57% of all mobile subscriptions in the country. The report forecasts a compound annual growth rate …

Skilled Workforce In Telecom Top Need To Unlock India's 5G Potential: Report
1 year, 6 months ago

Skilled Workforce In Telecom Top Need To Unlock India's 5G Potential: Report

News 18  

A staggering 80% of respondents in a report identify IT and Banking and Financial Services as the primary beneficiaries of 5G, recognising the immense growth potential and innovation opportunities in these sectors. The report reveals insights into the impact of 5G on job creation and upskilling in the tech talent pool. Kartik Narayan, CEO, Staffing, TeamLease Services, said, “The advent …

India Will Take the Lead in 6G; US Wants to Use Our 4G & 5G Technology, Says Ashwini Vaishnaw
1 year, 6 months ago

India Will Take the Lead in 6G; US Wants to Use Our 4G & 5G Technology, Says Ashwini Vaishnaw

News 18  

Engineers in India have started to receive patents in 6G technology, with the number around 100 as of now, said Union Minister for Railways, Communications, Electronics and IT Ashwini Vaishnaw. While talking about the vision of PM Narendra Modi, Vaishnaw said that in case of 5G, India will be sharing the stage with the world, but in 6G technology, the …

5G Connections In Asia-Pacific Expected To Grow Up To 3.2 Billion In 2025: IDC
1 year, 7 months ago

5G Connections In Asia-Pacific Expected To Grow Up To 3.2 Billion In 2025: IDC

ABP News  

According to a recent report by market research firm International Data Corporation, the number of 5G connections in the Asia-Pacific region, including both mobile subscribers and Internet of Things connections, is projected to soar from 574 million in 2021 to 3.2 billion in 2025. IDC found that around 12.4 per cent of telecom carriers surveyed in Asia-Pacific identified IoT as …

5G connections to grow to 3.2 billion in Asia-Pacific in 2025
1 year, 7 months ago

5G connections to grow to 3.2 billion in Asia-Pacific in 2025

India TV News  

Tech news: 5G connections in the Asia-Pacific region, both mobile subscriber and IoT connections, will grow from 574 million in 2021 to 3.2 billion in 2025, growing at a five-year compound annual growth rate of 87.9 per cent, according to a new report. Industrial Internet of Things is one of the important reasons for telecom services providers rolling out 5G …

5G smartphone share goes up by 45% in India as high-end 4G devices vacate space
1 year, 7 months ago

5G smartphone share goes up by 45% in India as high-end 4G devices vacate space

India TV News  

5G smartphone share increased to 45 per cent in India in the March quarter, up from 31 per cent in the same period last year, led by Samsung which accounted for more than a quarter of the 5G smartphone shipments. A report from the International Data Corporation showed that 31 million smartphones were shipped in the country in the first …

First Principles | How Indian telcos are cracking the 5G challenge
1 year, 8 months ago

First Principles | How Indian telcos are cracking the 5G challenge

Hindustan Times  

The Indian telecom business is on the cusp of significant change that’s not immediately apparent. Technically a lot can be done but there are not enough used cases.” While his observation may be true on the ground, it also appears that an altogether different business model may emerge out of India even after the recent hiccups faced by the Adani …

Airtel 5G service launched in 125 more cities, to reach all parts of India by March 2024
1 year, 9 months ago

Airtel 5G service launched in 125 more cities, to reach all parts of India by March 2024

India Today  

Bharti Airtel has recently launched its 5G network connectivity in 125 more Indian cities. Airtel in a statement said that, Airtel 5G Plus is planned to be deployed across all towns and key rural areas across India by March 2024. "Airtel was the first in the country to offer 5G services in October 2022, and today's mega launch is our …

Indian telecom operators surpass 3-year 5G rollout target in six months
1 year, 9 months ago

Indian telecom operators surpass 3-year 5G rollout target in six months

The Hindu  

Indian telecom operators have surpassed the three-year 5G network rollout target given to them within six months and now the government is making efforts to enhance adoption of 5G applications across various key segments, a senior government official said here. I'm glad to say that in the first six months of 5G rollout, they have surpassed all the targets that …

Not just another G? How 5G networks have disappointed everyone
1 year, 9 months ago

Not just another G? How 5G networks have disappointed everyone

Firstpost  

Thousands of US consumers told a survey last year that they were excited about the prospect of 5G, but when pressed they had little idea what the benefits would be Barcelona: Driverless cars, fridges that talk to toasters, breathtaking immersive reality, mind-blowing gaming experiences — 5G was going to enable it all, and telecom companies were going to make a …

Race to 6G: South Korea aims roll out by 2028; Where India stands?
1 year, 9 months ago

Race to 6G: South Korea aims roll out by 2028; Where India stands?

Hindustan Times  

With 5G technology still in its adolescent phase, in India it is just functional in few cities, South Korea has announced its plan to launch the sixth generation of mobile cellular technology - the 6G, by 2028. Korean ministry of science and information and communication technology on Monday announced that the government will incentivize local companies to produce materials, components, …

Here’s how much data Indians consume in a month on average
1 year, 10 months ago

Here’s how much data Indians consume in a month on average

The Hindu  

Nokia, on Thursday, in its annual Mobile Broadband Index report shared that mobile data traffic in India has risen 3.2 times over the last five years. “This phenomenal rise in data consumption in India is driven by videos,” said Amit Marwah, Head of Marketing and Corporate Affairs at Nokia India, in an exclusive chat with The Hindu after the report …

Airtel bets on enhanced network to grow 5G revenue
1 year, 10 months ago

Airtel bets on enhanced network to grow 5G revenue

Live Mint  

New Delhi: Bharti Airtel Ltd plans to deploy a multipronged approach for future business growth, managing director and chief executive Gopal Vittal said. “This expansion will give us our fair market share, and provide tailwinds to the business,” Vittal said at Airtel’s December quarter earnings call on Wednesday. “The rollout is going to happen across urban India by March 2024, …

5G Driving Revenue Growth For Communication Service Providers Globally: Report
1 year, 10 months ago

5G Driving Revenue Growth For Communication Service Providers Globally: Report

ABP News  

5G is driving revenue growth for communication service providers worldwide and the top 20 5G markets have seen a significant network performance boost following the introduction of new services, a report showed on Tuesday. An Ericsson Mobility report now highlights a positive revenue growth trend since the beginning of 2020 in the top 20 5G markets -- accounting for about …

Budget 2023 | Government to set up 100 5G labs to develop new apps
1 year, 10 months ago

Budget 2023 | Government to set up 100 5G labs to develop new apps

The Hindu  

The Government proposes to set up 100 labs for developing applications using 5G services in various engineering institutions across the country. India has made remarkable advancements in the digital realm and various new initiatives have been adopted to improve the lives of people, accelerating the societal benefits of these technologies,’‘ added Mr. Sapra. Piyush N. Singh, Senior Managing Director, Accenture, …

Economic Survey 2023 Over 98 Pc Telephone Subscribers Are Connected Wirelessly, Rural Internet Subscription Sees 200 Pc Increase Union Budget Nirmala Sitharaman
1 year, 10 months ago

Economic Survey 2023 Over 98 Pc Telephone Subscribers Are Connected Wirelessly, Rural Internet Subscription Sees 200 Pc Increase Union Budget Nirmala Sitharaman

ABP News  

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday tabled the Economic Survey report in Parliament, to kick off the Budget 2023 session. The survey also highlighted several statistics on the country’s digital public infrastructure, highlighting that over 98 per cent of the total telephone subscribers are connected wirelessly, showing an increase in mobile usage. Between 2015 and 2021, the Survey noted …

5G services are behind schedule and far from completion: Know-why?
1 year, 10 months ago

5G services are behind schedule and far from completion: Know-why?

India TV News  

5G was unleashed in India last year by our Prime minister and since then telecom operators- Reliance Jio and Airtel have been working hard to expand their latest offerings across the nation. It has been stated that the 5G service rollout could unleash a number of new economic opportunities which could help India to leapfrog the traditional barriers to development. …

One fourth of India’s population now covered by 5G: Report
1 year, 10 months ago

One fourth of India’s population now covered by 5G: Report

The Hindu  

More than 25% of India’s population is being covered by 5G as of January 25, reported the research firm Techarc. According to the data available till January 25, Jio has taken the lead with 5G presence in 184 cities, making it available to 94.6% of the population of India that already has 5G coverage. Based on the dashboard data, 25.2% …

5G Rollout: Faster Data Speed for 49% Subscribers But Only 16% Report Better Call Connectivity, Shows Survey
1 year, 11 months ago

5G Rollout: Faster Data Speed for 49% Subscribers But Only 16% Report Better Call Connectivity, Shows Survey

News 18  

Amid 5G rollout by major telecom players – Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio – 49 percent subscribers have reported faster data experience but only 16 percent said there was any improvement at all in connectivity and call drop issues. According to the survey, conducted by community social media platform LocalCircles, 42 percent 5G subscribers reported no improvement while only 19 …

Himachal Pradesh: 5G services to be made functional by 2024-end, says IT Secretary Abhishek Jain
1 year, 11 months ago

Himachal Pradesh: 5G services to be made functional by 2024-end, says IT Secretary Abhishek Jain

India TV News  

The 5G services would be made functional in rural and urban areas of Himachal Pradesh by 2024-end, a state official said on Monday. This will ensure better internet facilities and reduce the digital divide among the masses, IT Secretary Abhishek Jain said. Presiding over the state-level meeting on modalities for use of government infrastructure in establishing telecom structure for making …

Mobile Bill For Users In India Likely To Increase In 2023: Report
1 year, 11 months ago

Mobile Bill For Users In India Likely To Increase In 2023: Report

News 18  

Mobile phone users are likely to shell out more for their calls with the service providers likely to increase their rates for 4G services, said BNP Paribas Securities in a sectoral report. According to the report, the telecom operators would also look to lift their average revenue per user from 5G subscribers by offering them larger data quota at a …

5G map lights up in India as puzzle comes together
1 year, 11 months ago

5G map lights up in India as puzzle comes together

Hindustan Times  

Video calls without stutters. This means that all 5G smartphones in India will work on the Airtel network without any glitch,” an Airtel spokesperson told HT, adding, “In other technologies, it is possible that as many as four out of 10 5Gphones don’t support 5G.” SA has its advantages, including no dependency on the 4G network and multiple frequencies including …

5 reasons why you should not switch to 5G right now
1 year, 11 months ago

5 reasons why you should not switch to 5G right now

India Today  

5G is being made available in many Indian cities at a faster rate – all thanks to telecom companies like Jio and Airtel. 5 reasons why you should not upgrade to 5G right now -One of the biggest reasons for not switching to 5G is to save data. 5G offers 10 times faster speed than 4G, so it buffers content …

5G rollout to boost hiring in telecom sector in 2023: NLB Services
1 year, 11 months ago

5G rollout to boost hiring in telecom sector in 2023: NLB Services

Live Mint  

The 5G rollout in the country is expected to boost hiring in the telecom sector in 2023. According to talent solutions company, NLB services, the expansion of the high-speed services will have a “compounding impact” on the hiring of both non-niche skills and technical skills employees. With the expansion of the 5G network and the delivery of high-speed services the …

Year in Review | What happened with 5G in India in 2022
1 year, 11 months ago

Year in Review | What happened with 5G in India in 2022

The Hindu  

As 2022 draws to a close, we look at how 5G technology fared in India through some significant milestones. The auctioning of 5G spectrum bands also caused an outcry, as the Union Cabinet said earlier in the year that it was setting aside a quota of the airwaves for private captive networks, which are generally used by enterprises. The Cellular …

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