Tag: Ericsson

Sub-Saharan Africa predicted to only have 70 million 5G subscriptions in 2026

Ericsson gives a clearer picture of how mobile is predicted to pan out in Sub-Saharan Africa by 2026, with the uptake in 5G subscriptions low.

Ericsson – Connecting schools has potential to boost GDP by 20%

An EIU report sponsored by Ericsson finds that nations with low broadband have potential to increase in GDP by 20% by connecting schools.

The latest Ericsson Mobility Report shows Africa is being left behind in terms of 5G

The latest Ericsson Mobility Report predicts 5G subscriptions to reach 580 million by year’s end, with the African continent lagging behind.

Ericsson invites university students to enter Innovation Awards 2021

With entries closing on 5th August, the Ericsson Innovation Awards 2021 will look for students who are trying to bride the digital divide.

5G is impressive, but people expected more than just speed

Expectations about 5G were sky high and some early adopters were left wondering if high speed was all 5G had to offer.

Ericsson and Samsung sign global patent license agreement

Ericsson and Samsung have reached a patent agreement after Ericsson claimed that Samsung infringed on its patents earlier this year.

Sony and Nokia join Ericsson in skipping MWC 21

Despite organisers shifting the date, halving the number of attendees and listing new regulations, companies are still pulling out of MWC 21.

5G could be the tech that makes sports events more immersive in future

Kevin Murphy, VP and head of Ericsson Levant Countries and Global Customer Unit Ooredoo, views 5G as the enabler of enriched sports experiences.

The 5G consumer market could be worth $31 trillion by 2030 says Ericsson

Of that figure, communications service providers stand to make $3.7 trillion, though it requires work.

Ericsson launches 2020 edition of Graduate Programme in Africa

Ericsson’s first cohort of graduates will attend the program virtually.

Ericsson and UNICEF partner up to address lack of connectivity at schools

Ericsson aims to map out connectivity in 35 countries by 2023.

Ericsson Spectrum Sharing lets you run 4G and 5G on the same band

Ericsson Spectrum Sharing could be the answer to spectrum shortages mobile network operators need.

Amazon, Nvidia & Ericsson the latest firms to pull out of MWC 2020 over coronavirus fears

The list of companies opting to forego the week-long event is growing.

US attorney general says it should buy controlling stake in Nokia and Ericsson

Given the US’ distrust of Huawei, the move could help secure the country’s 5G plans.

Ericsson aiming to be 5G partner of choice for Africa in 2020

After announcing several partnerships in 2019, Ericsson wants to become a leading provider this year.

Ericsson and Microsoft working together on next generation of connected cars

The project would look to make fleet management, over-the-air software updates and connected safety services far easier to achieve.

The road to 2030 is paved by immersive tech says Ericsson

A survey of consumers has yielded some interesting predictions for the decade ahead.

MTN South Africa chooses Ericsson for commercial 5G Core and Radio

In addition to 5G, Ericsson said it would also help modernise MTN South Africa’s LTE and legacy radio access networks.