Nokia announced that it has successfully completed a trial with Algerian mobile operator Djezzy, using microwave carrier aggregation technology to support increased demand for capacity. The trial utilized Nokia’s Wavence microwave transport solution with an ultra-high capacity of 8.5Gbps over a distance of nearly 6 kilometers. With its reduced latency and high capacity, the solution will allow Djezzy to deliver compelling experiences to its 14.2 million subscribers.
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New member added to the Cascade Lake processor family
Intel has launched the Cascade Lake Refresh processor, a new member of the Cascade Lake processor family, which delivers a performance that is 36% higher than its predecessors.
African Telecommunications Union, Ericsson commit to accelerating growth of ICT in Africa
The African Telecommunications Union (ATU) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ericsson to help fast track roll out of technology across the continent. According to ATU, a specialized agency of the African Union in fostering the growth of ICT in Africa, the MoU will support the growth of ICT as a critical infrastructure for the 21st century and help set the foundation for social and economic progress in the continent.
Nokia expands its tech portfolio to boost the 5G experience
Nokia announced it is adding a new Wi-Fi 6 Beacon to its whole-home WiFi portfolio, helping operators to deliver a powerful user experience. Providing a high-capacity, high-performance in-home solution, the new Beacon 6 uses Wi-Fi 6 to deliver 40 percent faster speeds than previous Wi-Fi generations.
Huawei deems newly imposed US sanctions ‘arbitrary and pernicious’
The US has threatened to impose new sanctions on Huawei, following a series of accusations against the tech giant with no hard evidence.
Newly launched Huawei AppGallery promises consumer convenience and security
HUAWEI AppGallery – the officially launched app distribution platform of Huawei, provides new alternative to its users. As one of the top 3 apps in the marketplace globally, HUAWEI AppGallery is now available in over 170 countries/regions with 400 million monthly active users (MAUs), covering mainstream apps and services worldwide.
CommScope launches state-of-the-art RUCKUS Analytics service to improve user experience
CommScope has announced RUCKUS Analytics, a new cloud service that delivers network intelligence and simplifies service assurance, enabling organizations with complex networks to proactively improve their users’ experience.
Tecnotree’s financial results show strong growth in MEA region
Tecnotree, the Finland-based global provider of IT solutions for the telecom industry, announced its annual financial results for 2019, with unprecedented growth in profitability and performance across all the key areas, delivering an EPS of Euro 0.03 for 2019.
Huawei enters a Google-free era
Huawei drove into its post-Google era with a flagship smartphone that uses none of the Android maker's apps now that the Chinese group has been blacklisted by US authorities.
Huawei lengthens list of leading 5G solutions
Huawei has made two key announcements for its leading 5G solutions: the first 5G service experience-based network planning criteria, and a new ground-breaking 5G digital engineering solution.