Important Innovations Collection

World's 1st Wireless Network on Public Cloud                                    Source :  5G Network Stock Image Dish's Cloud 5G Dish, the direct broadcast satellite TV service provider, and Amazon Web Services are partnering on establishing a new 5G network nationwide in the US.  The new 5G network will start operating in Las Vegas later this year and it will go nationwide. This is an effort by Dish and Amazon Web Services to compete against Verizon and AT&T as a nationwide wireless internet, TV and phone provider. The AWS infrastructure will deploy a cloud native 5G network for Dish, that will pull in phone and wireless devices to the new network for new subscribers.  Dish has a membership base of 11.3 million pay-TV subscribers that will be tapped into for 5G phone and wireless internet services.  Dish is spending $10 billion to change itself into a cloud b...

Launch of new iPhone 12 Series with 5G                                                         Source:  Apple Mini and Pro Versions At its Hi, Speed virtual event, Apple launched its iPhone 12 series with 5G connectivity.  There is a mini version, the iPhone Mini  with a 5.4 inch screen for $699.  And there are the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro version, both with 6.1 inch displays and the iPhone 12 Pro Max with a 6.7 inch display. The larger phones start at $799.  The Pro versions have three cameras. Apple says the new phones will support millimeter wave 5G, which is the fastest available in the US, and works with lower frequency bands as well.   Can Wireless Network Technology in the US Fully Support the new iPhone? Many experts believe that US wireless networks need to catch up with th...

iPhone To Offer 5G Speeds                                                  Source:  Apple Are US Wireless Networks Up to It?  Apple will unveil its much anticipated iPhone 12 on Tuesday, October 13th.  It is expected to offer blazing 5G speeds.  5G wireless technology operates 10 to 20 times faster than current 4G wireless networks.  Unfortunately, experts say most US networks cannot deliver 5G speeds so most US customers won't be getting a 5G experience for several years.  Ironically, in China and South Korea, 5G networks are established and widespread.  So, purchasers of the iPhone 12 in China and South Korea will get 5G coverage. iPhone's Virtual Unveiling Apple will unveil the new 5G phone at a virtual event tomorrow.  It has a tightrope to walk in not overpromising what its very real 5G technology ca...

Highly Advanced, Connected, Responsive Robots Source:  Qualcomm's 5G Robotic Connectivity System New Tech from Qualcomm San Diego-based mobile chipmaker Qualcomm has introduced revolutionary new technology for robots and drones.  It is the first 5G system with hardware, software and tools for advanced robots.  It's called the RB5 system. Empowering robots and drones with 5G connectivity takes them to the next level of connectivity, quickness and responsiveness.  5G is not just for smartphones anymore! New Enabling Technologies RB5 uses new Qualcomm technologies.  For instance, it uses the company's new QRB5165 processor for robots.  And it has a companion module for 4G LTE and 5G connectivity through Qualcomm's X55 modem, which is also used in smartphones. Creativity Built-In The RB5 has a tremendous amount of artificial intelligence built-in to enable robot and drone developers to create machines that are more responsive, smart and fast....

Samsung Galaxy Note 20, Note 20 Plus, Note 20 Ultra Source:  Samsung Note 20 image Among Most Anticipated Smartphones of 2020 The Samsung Galaxy Note 20, Note 20 Plus and the Note 20 Ultra are among the most anticipated Android phones being released in 2020.  Some experts say they could be gamechangers. Big Screens and 5G These are big screen phones that are expected to deliver advanced 120H2 displays, very fast performance, advanced cameras and 5G connectivity.  These Android phones are expected to be Samsung's best smartphones to date.  The Galaxy Note 20 expected specs include a screen size of 6.42 inches, Ram of 8GB, storage of 128 GB and a battery of 4000-4300 mAh.  The Galaxy Note 20 Plus/Note 20 Ultra is expected to have a screen size of 6.87 inches, Ram of 12 GB, storage of 256 or 512 GB and battery size of 4500-5000 mAh.  Samsung says the cameras in these smartphones are revolutionary. Big Competition Coming From Apple The Samsung ph...

China Is Officially Working on 6G Tech Source: Stock Image of  6G 6G Tech is Faster than Fast China has officially started researching and developing 6G technology.  What is the potential of that kind of telecommunications?  The potential is mobile networks that support 1 terabyte per second speeds. A huge leap in communications.  This will be the next generation of cellular data services that will follow the emerging super fast 5G tech systems. China's Approach China's approach is official and structured.  Their purpose is to promote the latest wireless technology.  Two offices have been created by the government of China to lead the effort. One office is comprised of Chinese government officials from agencies responsible for policy making.  The second office is composed of their best experts from academia, think tanks  and companies. 6G - The Sky is the Limit Chinese government officials say 6G technology is in the e...

Samsung's Galaxy Fold Source:  Samsung Sells Out in South Korea & Coming to US and Europe Samsung launched its Galaxy Fold smartphone on Friday in South Korea and it proved to be a sell-out as soon as it went on sale.  The foldable smartphone that folds out into a tablet sold out in one day.  Another round of pre-ordering will start in South Korea on September 18th and it will be launched in the US in upcoming weeks. A First This is Samsung's first, foldable smartphone.  It includes 5G mobile connectivity.  It's priced at $2,000.  It will be going on sale in Germany, France and the UK within two weeks.  The US launch follows after that.  The device has been greatly anticipated.  An April launch was delayed by screen defects in samples. Phone and Tablet The Galaxy Fold opens into a tablet with a 7.3 inch screen that can display up to three apps simultaneously, if you like to multi-task like I do.  This is part of Samsun...

Coming to the US - 5G Radios & Rapid 5G Deployment Source:  Ericsson To Open in 2020 Ericsson, the Swedish telecom equipment company, is building its first fully automated smart factory in the world, in the US.  The location hasn't been disclosed pending discussion outcomes with state and local officials.  The facility will produce Advanced Antenna System radios to increase network capacity and coverage in rural areas and 5G radios for urban areas.  Both are necessary for rapid 5G deployment in North America. Factory that's 5G and Largely Autonomous The smart factory will be operational in early 2020, is largely autonomous and will employ 100 workers.  What's smart and exciting about this facility is that it will use industrial 5G to connect machines and sensors.  The factory will have automated warehousing, autonomous carts, autonomous assembly - packing - product handling and connected logistics. Factory of the Future is Her...

Very Connected Dairy Cattle Source:  Cows with Cisco's 5G collars Cisco Systems UK Tests 5G connected cows are engaged in testing a milking system of the future.  They are Friesian dairy cattle and they have 5G connectivity way before most of us do. 5G Network Infrastructure Being Tested Cisco Systems is designing network infrastructure for 5G.  In three rural locations in the UK, they've setup 5G test sites to see how wireless and mobile connectivity performs.  5G promises super fast connectivity.  According to experts, the first nationwide coverage in the US, Japan and China won't happen until 2023. CowTech 50 dairy cows are outfitted with several 5G gadgets.  The primary one is a collar that controls a robotic milking machine.  The cows also have health-monitoring ear tags.  Cisco says the devices don't harm the cows in any way.  They're testing the ability of 5G to send data from the sensors much faster than a typical farm ...

Ford's C-V2X System Source:  Ford C-V2X 5G Total Connectivity for Greater Road Safety Beginning in 2022, Ford is committed to having its latest vehicles totally connected with 5G.  Ford's C-V2X 5G communications system will be standard in the latest US Ford models.  The system will run on 5G and complement any existing LIDAR, radar and sensor cameras. What This Means for You The technology will allow equipped vehicles to talk and listen to each other.  And the vehicles will be able to communicate with systems around them.  It will provide a comprehensive view of the road and infrastructure.  The system will instantly relay information about road conditions to the driver and utilize cellular 5G networks to process data. Pedestrians Pedestrians will be able to use their mobile phones to convey their locations to equipped vehicles.  The "total connectivity" is designed to make roads safer for drivers, pedestrians and cyclists.