Samsung Announces Exynos Modem 5100, Industry’s First 5G Modem Fully Compliant with 3GPP Standards

08/15/2018 | By Netmanias

Samsung Electronics, a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, today announced that it has developed Exynos Modem 5100, the industry’s first 5G modem that is fully compatible with 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) Release 15 (Rel.15), the most up-to-date standard specification for 5G New Radio (5G-NR)

Samsung Steps Up Investment for Future Growth, Takes Initiative to Build Innovation Ecosystem

08/08/2018 | By Netmanias

Samsung announced plans to boost investments in businesses that will drive its future growth, committing to a KRW 25 trillion investment over the next three years, primarily led by Samsung Electronics, in the areas of artificial intelligence (AI), 5G, automotive electronics components and biopharmaceuticals.

‘5G City’, Samsung’s Preview of the 5G Era

07/24/2018 | By Netmanias

Samsung Electronics has established the ‘5G City’ to demonstrate certain aspects of the upcoming 5G era, where things will be connected throughout the world with a 5G communications network.

KT Unveils 5G Emergency Rescue Platform ‘SKYSHIP’

07/05/2018 | By Netmanias

KT, South Korea’s largest telecommunications company, has unveiled a next-generation platform for disaster and safety management, in its latest effort to pioneer new businesses with its fifth-generation (5G) and information and communications technologies (ICT).

Samsung and SK Telecom Showcase their Progress on the Journey to 5G

07/04/2018 | By Netmanias

Companies are one step closer to 5G commercialization. In June 2018, Samsung Electronics and SK Telecom successfully demonstrated their jointly-developed 5G Next-Generation Core (5G NC) based on 3GPP Release-15 standards.

Samsung and Mobile TeleSystems (MTS) Demonstrate Real-Life 5G Scenarios in Russia

07/03/2018 | By Netmanias

Samsung and MTS announced that they used Samsung’s 5G network and devices to successfully demonstrate a series of 5G scenarios including HD video calls, ultra-low latency video games and high-definition video streaming.

Samsung and Cisco in Partnership with Orange Demonstrate New 5G-Powered Home Entertainment and Smart City Applications in Romania

07/02/2018 | By Netmanias

Samsung Electronics and Cisco announced today that they have successfully completed a friendly-user trial and series of 5G demonstrations with Orange in Floresti, Cluj, Romania.

KT Corp. and GS Retail Expands Joint VR Business ‘VRIGHT’

06/30/2018 | By Netmanias

KT, South Korea’s largest telecommunications company, is pioneering new opportunities in the next-generation of virtual reality (VR) with its cutting-edge and innovative technologies.

The Korean telecom leader announced the opening of its second VR theme park VRIGHT (www.vright.com) near the main gate of Konkuk University in eastern Seoul today. The park is a joint partnership with GS Retail Co., a major convenience store chain operator in Asia’s fourth-largest economy.

KT joins ORAN (Open RAN) Alliance to create an Open 5G Standard with Global Carriers

06/29/2018 | By Netmanias

KT announced on 27th that it will promote 'Open 5G standard' by participating as a board member at the founding general meeting of 'O-RAN (Open Radio Access Network) Alliance' held at Kerry Hotel, Shanghai.

KT’s ‘Ni Hao 5G!’ Campaign Catches Global Attention at MWC Shanghai

06/29/2018 | By Netmanias

KT showcased its expertise and global leadership in next-generation wireless technology and services at this week’s Mobile World Congress (MWC) Shanghai 2018, the largest mobile industry event in Asia.

SK Telecom joins ORAN (Open RAN) Alliance

06/28/2018 | By Netmanias

SK Telecom announced on the 28th that it participated as a core member in the global 5G carrier association 'Open Radio Access Network' (ORAN) Alliance.

KDDI and Samsung Successfully Complete Live Real-Time Free-Viewpoint Video Stream Test on 5G

06/27/2018 | By Netmanias

KDDI uses Samsung's 5G equipment to introduce a whole new, immersive viewing experience for sports and entertainment, enabling viewers to control their vantage point

KT Spearheads Global Initiative for 5G Standardization

06/19/2018 | By Netmanias

KT, South Korea’s largest telecommunications company, is spearheading the global effort to commercialize the next generation of wireless connectivity, paving the way for its planned launch of the first nationwide 5G mobile network in March next year.

KT Wins Three TechXLR8 Awards for its Global Excellence

06/15/2018 | By Netmanias

KT said today that it won the TechXLR8 Awards in the three categories of “Best 5G Core Network Technology,” “Blockchain Innovator of the Year” and “Best IoT Deployment” at this year’s London Tech Week, solidifying its global leadership in the next-generation wireless technology.

KDDI Demonstrates Japan's First 5G Drone Real Time 4K Video Transmission using Samsung Equipment

06/14/2018 | By Netmanias

KDDI announced today that it has successfully completed a live 4K video transmission test using a drone that leverages 5G technology

Mobile Industry Works Together to Deliver Complete 5G System Standard on Time

06/14/2018 | By Netmanias

3GPP TSG #80 Plenary Meeting has approved the completion of the standalone (SA) Release 15 5G specifications. After the release of the 5G NR specifications for non-standalone (NSA) operation in Dec. 2017, another essential step of standardization of 5G has been successfully completed.

Samsung Electronics Holds the Final Conference in Korea Completing 5G Standards for Commercialization

05/21/2018 | By Netmanias

Samsung today announced that it hosts 3GPP RAN WGs’ final meeting to complete the 5G mobile communication standards in Busan from May 21st to 25th. This meeting will finalize the relevant standard technologies for 5G commercialization.

KT prepares to commercialize autonomous vehicles with a 5G platform

05/10/2018 | By Netmanias

KT hosted the inaugural meeting of the '2018 Future Forum' in Seoul last month, and announced the development of the 5GaVP (5G as a Vehicle Platform), a commercial self-driving platform using the innovative 5G technology demonstrated and proven in Pyeongchang.

KT declares the World's First 5G Commercialization in March 2019

03/27/2018 | By Netmanias

KT who successfully demonstrated 5G network operation and 5G pilot service at the PyeongChang Olympic Games, held a press conference on May 22 and announced the world's first 5G commercialization in March 2019.

KDDI and Samsung Successfully Complete 5G Multi-Device Trial at a Professional Baseball Stadium in Okinawa, Japan

03/27/2018 | By Netmanias

KDDI and Samsung Electronics announced on March 26 that the successful completion of a 5G field trial held in Okinawa Cellular Stadium, a 30,000-person capacity baseball stadium in Japan.