5G Coverage

Big infrastructure bill - 5G, broadband, highways, renewables - could be on 2021 'to do' list
Joe Biden is now President and Democrats have gained a slim majority in the Senate along with the party's control of the House. Does that mean that this is finally the time for Congress to pass a big, bold infrastructure spending bill that can help boost the economy?

Taking your business to the 'edge:' Experts to talk 5G, Edge Computing at RIoT event
RIoT will provide a venue for experts to deeply engage on the intersection of 5G and Edge Computing at an upcoming event.

Top tech: Touchless, 5G, UV germ killers at Consumer Electronics Show
The world's biggest technology showcase is going virtual this year, with plenty of products that reflect how we live post-pandemic.

Qualcomm CEO is retiring; tech giant's president to replace him
Chip maker Qualcomm, which has a substantial operation in the Triangle, will be getting a new CEO in June. Here are the details.

Is 5G sky falling? Here's the truth about China, US in battle for wireless future
Fearmongers claim the 5G sky is falling: China is way ahead, and drastic measures are needed to catch up. But these claims are often based on poorly understood comparisons of 5G deployment, say the authors of a new report. China’s 5G stats can paint a misleading picture if taken at face value.

Wireless tower, services provider Eco-Site now part of Vertical Bridge
Eco-Site. a fast-growing startup focusing on the wireless industry and towers to support it, is now part of Vertical Bridge, a telecommunications tower infrastruture firm.

Longing for 5G? Take heart - infrastructure spending to soar, report says
Global 2000 companies and governments will drive the vast majority (more than 90%) of spend on private 5G infrastructure through 2025. Here's a look at trends as compiled by research firm TBR. Check out the infographic.

CommScope's new CEO eyes 'cost-cutting' after company reports $116M loss
"Cost-cutting measures" are on the agenda for CommScope's new CEO and his chief financial officer concurs after the communications conglomerate reported a $116 million loss Thursday for its most recent quarter. 

Verizon launches 5G with 'game-changing' speeds in parts of Raleigh
Verizon customers in Raleigh should expect to see 5G Ultra Wideband service around the following areas: Triangle Town Center, outside Duke Raleigh Hospital, and Crabtree Valley Mall.

'Hi, Speed:' Apple reportedly to roll out new iPhones - including 5G - on Oct. 13.
Apple is expected to introduce a new lineup of iPhones at a virtual media event on Oct. 13, according to a variety of media reports. Watch out for 5G.

5G study: Most government agencies says infrastructure not ready
Less than half of government agencies believe their current infrastructure can support 5G, though the majority expect the technology to have a significant impact on their agency operations in the next few years, according to a recent study underwritten by CommScope.

Building 5G: Verizon awards Samsung multi-year $6.65B contract
Samsung Electronics Co. will develop 5G network infrastructure for Verizon Communications under a $6.65 billion deal announced Monday.

5 On Your Side: 5G technology making remote work, learning more simple
5 On Your Side's Monica Laliberte reports that 5G technology is becoming more and more prevalent and has made remote learning and work more manageable during the pandemic.

5G promises relief to the rest of us
Forbes Magazine says Covid-19 and remote working is showing why 5G technology is needed.

Report: Apple plans 75M 5G iPhones, 4 new models, for fall launch
Apple will launch next-generation 5G iPhones this fall. A lot of them. That's according to a report from Bloomberg news.

Nonprofit Wireless Research Center is connecting communities through innovation - here's how
The Wireless Research Center, celebrating its 10-year anniversary this August, is a catalyst for collaborative innovation around the world. It's located in Wake Forest, Here's the story.

Pentagon to free up wireless spectrum for commercial use of 5G
The Pentagon plans to free up a big chunk of its military airwaves in the U.S. for high-speed internet service, part of a broader push to get ahead of China in the deployment of 5G wireless technology.

Report: Vast government spending to accelerate global 5G adoption
Communications Services Providers (CSP) spending on 5G infrastructure will scale faster and peak higher than originally anticipated due to the vast amount of support by governments in a range of countries, including the US and China. Here's a look.

Which 5G network is best for you? Special report from Cnet takes in-depth look
Last week, AT&T declared its next-generation 5G wireless network was up and running across much of the US, joining T-Mobile and Verizon. But which one is best for you?