Telecommunications
Telecommunications news covering 5G networks, broadband infrastructure, connectivity solutions, and telecom industry developments in Saudi Arabia and the region.

Mobily ranked as the leader in Hosting Infrastructure Services in Saudi Arabia according to latest IDC report
According to the latest report “Competitive Profiles and 2018 Analysis of Leading IT Services Players in KSA” by global research company International Data Company (IDC), Mobily has been ranked no. 1 in Hosting Infrastructure Service with 18.2% market share in 2018. The IDC study presents the top 75 IT services providers in Saudi Arabia, including […]

du Concludes 2019 Summer Training Programme
du, from Emirates Integrated Company (EITC), has recently concluded the 2019 Summer Training Programme, as part of its commitment towards developing and nurturing current and future generations of the UAE, and supporting the vision of the country’s wise leadership in equipping and empowering the future leaders of the private sector. 2019 is the first year […]

Huawei Launches a photography workshop for photography enthusiasts
Huawei launched a workshop with the collaboration of Qumra where the photography enthusiasts and lovers attended to listen to some professional photographers’ experiences with the P30 Pro camera. This comes in line with Huawei’s ongoing efforts to bring their smartphones ever closer to the consumer and as part of “Travel with Huawei” Campaign, and in […]
Gartner Identifies the Top 10 Wireless Technology Trends for 2019
Wireless technology plays a key role in today’s communications, and new forms of it will become central to emerging technologies including robots, drones, self-driving vehicles and new medical devices over the next five years. Gartner, Inc. has identified the top 10 wireless technology trends for enterprise architecture (EA) and technology innovation leaders. “Business and […]

Say goodbye to shaky videos with the best in OIS technology on the HONOR 20 PRO
HONOR, the leading smartphone brand, has recently announced the launch of its long-awaited HONOR 20 PRO in the Middle East. This is the first time in the history of the brand to introduce a flagship device that comes equipped with a Sony IMX586 48MP AI Quad Camera and industry-largest f/1.4 wide aperture. The HONOR […]

OPPO announces partnership with Jarir Bookstore, expanding Saudi presence
OPPO, the leading global smartphone brand, is taking its commitment to the Saudi market one step further following the announcement of a new partnership with major retailer, Jarir Bookstore, a market leader in the Middle East for consumer IT products, electronics, office supplies, and books. From August 2019, all OPPO latest smartphones including the […]

MCIT, Huawei host 5G Onboard Training Program under ‘ThinkTech’ Initiative
In collaboration with Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), Huawei, a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices, hosted a dedicated 5G onboard training program at MCIT’s headquarter. This program is part of Huawei’s ongoing 5G Roadshow in Saudi Arabia, which is touring the Kingdom to […]

Gartner Forecasts Worldwide 5G Network Infrastructure Revenue to Reach $4.2 Billion in 2020
EGHAM, U.K. and ABU DHABI, UAE., August 22, 2019 — In 2020, worldwide 5G wireless network infrastructure revenue will reach $4.2 billion, an 89% increase from 2019 revenue of $2.2 billion, according to Gartner, Inc. Additionally, Gartner forecasts that investments in 5G NR network infrastructure will account for 6% of the total wireless […]

Here is what you need to Know about EMUI10 – Huawei’s Latest Smartphone Software Here is what you need to Know about EMUI10 – Huawei’s Latest Smartphone Software
Huawei, a brand known and loved for its smartphones that cater to every kind of user, has always seen great appreciation for its EMUI platform. Packed to the brim with unique features that are targeted for every type of customer, the EMUI platform is known for its smooth operations and flawless execution of its unique […]

Huawei Predicts 10 Megatrends for 2025
Huawei launched its Global Industry Vision (GIV) report today, continuing its predictions for technology and industry development up to 2025. Drawing from Huawei’s own quantitative data and real-world use cases of how intelligent technology is permeating every industry, this year’s report identifies 10 megatrends currently shaping how we live and work. GIV also predicts […]

Huawei Launches New Distributed Operating System, HarmonyOS
At the Huawei Developer Conference today, Huawei launched HarmonyOS – a new microkernel-based, distributed operating system designed to deliver a cohesive user experience across all devices and scenarios. Richard Yu, CEO of Huawei’s Consumer Business Group, explained the company’s thoughts behind developing this new OS. “We’re entering a day and age where people expect a […]

OPPO showcases “Waterfall Screen” technology, exploring ultimate design aesthetics and visual experience
OPPO, the leading global smartphone brand, has unveiled a prototype device featuring the “Waterfall Screen” design, which has a stronger visual impact due to an almost vertical 88° curved body that makes the device almost completely borderless. It represents OPPO’s innovative exploration of brand-new form factor of mobile phones. It also reflects OPPO’s exploration of […]

Hytera Multi-mode Advanced Radio Series to Promote Smart Transformation of Public Safety
Leveraging its profound knowledge of the private communications industry, Hytera has offered various private network devices & rapid, secure, and reliable voice and short data communications for customers in the public safety industry. As the integration of voice and data, the collaboration of private and public networks, and the interconnection of broadband and narrowband become […]

Huawei Announces H1 2019 Revenue: 23.2% YoY Growth
Huawei announced its business results for the first half of 2019: USD $58.34 billion in revenue, a 23.2% increase over the same period last year. The company’s net profit margin for H1 2019 was 8.7%.[1] According to Huawei’s Chairman, Liang Hua, operations are smooth and the organization is as sound as ever. With effective […]

Hytera Introduces New Multi-mode Advanced Radio to Promote Smart Private Networks
Following the multi-mode advanced radio PTC760 series launched in 2017, which integrate mission critical voice and broadband data and provide an innovative attempt for the broadband business of industry customers, Hytera recently launched a new multi-mode advanced radio PTC680, aimed at more stringent environment for critical tasks, with the primary goal of guaranteeing users’ mission […]

EITC partners with wi-tribe Pakistan LDI (Private) Ltd to facilitate the development of a high capacity, low latency submarine cable system between Pakistan and the UAE
du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), is strengthening the UAE’s bilateral relations with Pakistan, as well as the country’s presence as a connectivity hub, with the announcement of its role in enabling a new ‘Orient Express’ submarine fiber optic cable between Pakistan and the UAE. As the partnering telecom operator for the landmark project […]
Vodafone goes live with Ericsson 5G technology in London
Partnership includes Ericsson Radio System installed base Ericsson Spectrum Sharing enables extended 5G coverage on existing LTE spectrum Ericsson’s (NASDAQ: ERIC) 5G technology leadership was at the heart of Vodafone UK’s launch of 5G for consumer and business customers in London today – July 3. The spectacular cityscape views of London’s Sky Garden […]

Huawei Launches the HUAWEI P30 lite 48MP Edition in Saudi Arabia
Huawei Saudi Arabia today launched the upgraded HUAWEI P30 lite 48MP edition, following success HUAWEI P30 lite. Combining an exquisite design with Huawei’s innovations, Huawei’s smartphone is equipped with three rear cameras with support for ultra-wide angle photography and artificial intelligence (AI) features. Making high quality photography accessible, it enables young photography enthusiasts to capture […]

Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company PJSC (“du”) Announces 2.5% (5.5% excluding impact of changes in accounting standards) Growth in Q2 2019 Net Profit after Royalty to AED 464 million
Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company PJSC (DFM: “du”) published today its financial results for Q2 2019, reporting AED 3.19 billion revenues, AED 1.47 billion EBITDA and AED 464 million net profit after royalty for the second quarter of the year. For H1 2019, EITC reported revenues of AED 6.33 billion, EBITDA of AED 2.89 billion […]

Experience the best #BottleCapChallenge with the HUAWEI Dual-View Camera Mode
It’s time to experience the trendiest #BottleCapChallenge with HUAWEI P30 series using the exciting and innovative camera feature; the Dual-View Camera Mode. How about you capture the whole challenge from both perspectives a close up and a zoomed out one where you are capable to create split screen videos by simultaneously using the phone’s primary […]

Ericsson and Signify see 5G connectivity in a new light with joint indoor solution
Ericsson 5G Radio Dot will be embedded in Signify’s indoor luminaire in a joint offering that will enable service providers to easily add indoor connectivity to buildings when the lighting systems are being built or upgraded. This is the latest concept born from the successful relationship between Signify (formerly Philips Lighting) and Ericsson, who […]

Huawei will launch HUAWEI P30 lite 48MP edition with flagship camera and 6GB RAM
Huawei has always been keen on providing users with state-of-the-art smart phones from all categories. To achieve this, Huawei Saudi Arabia will launch the Huawei P30 Lite 48MP smartphone in Saudi Arabia on the 24th of July; an advanced option for its growing HUAWEI P30 series family. This new edition brings an updated camera setup, […]
