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Telecommunications news covering 5G networks, broadband infrastructure, connectivity solutions, and telecom industry developments in Saudi Arabia and the region.
HUAWEI INCREASES ITS STANDING IN BrandZ rankings of the world’s most valuable brands
Ground-breaking Product Innovations, Device Sales And A Commitment to Developing Technology That Benefits Society Are Keys to Success Huawei has strengthened its position in a leading global brand index while also increasing its brand value. BrandZ’s annual Top 100 Most Valuable Global Brands study, published by WPP’s research arm Kantar, ranks Huawei 47th (up one […]
du first telco operator in the Middle East to launch 5G mobile devices
Next generation connectivity is one step closer for du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), customers with the announcement that the telco is the first to launch 5G-enabled devices in the UAE. Customers will also be able to enjoy du’s 5G network without any additional charges to their existing postpaid plans. du has started selling […]
du first telco operator in the Middle East to launch 5G mobile devices
Next-generation connectivity is one step closer for du; from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), customers announced that the telco is the first to launch 5G-enabled devices in the UAE. Customers will also enjoy du’s 5G network without any additional charges to their existing postpaid plans. du has started selling the 5G-enabled ZTE Axon Pro 10 […]
Stella Medlicott appointed Senior Vice President and Head of Marketing & Corporate Relations
Stella Medlicott is appointed Senior Vice President and Head of Group Function Marketing & Corporate Relations at Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC), and a member of Ericsson’s Executive Team. Stella Medlicott currently holds the position as Vice President, Marketing & Communications and Government & Industry Relations within Ericsson’s Market Area Europe and Latin America. Börje Ekholm, President […]
We stand transparent in front of the world
Huawei’s cyber-security chief John Suffolk told MPs on Monday that the tech giant had never been asked by China or any other government to “do anything untoward”.Mr Suffolk said Huawei welcomed outsiders to analyse its products and detect engineering or coding flaws. “We stand naked in front of the world, but we would prefer to […]
HUAWEI P30 Pro newly launched Amber Sunrise color looks absolutely stunning
You like phones with innovative and trendy colors? Huawei launched recently the HUAWEI P30 Pro in the stunning Amber Sunrise color. This special color is available as a limited edition with an impressive 512GB storage, which means plenty of space to save your photos, videos, music or other files. It is true to say that […]
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Cisco: Mobile Networks Will Support More Than 1 Billion Mobile Users in MEA by 2022
At the inception of Cisco’s Mobile Visual Networking Index (VNI) Forecast more than a decade ago, mobile traffic represented less than five percent of total IP traffic crossing global networks. Today, the role and reliance placed on mobile networking has dramatically increased. There has been worldwide rise in mobile access for consumers and business users. […]
Ericsson Mobility Report: 5G uptake even faster than expected
5G subscriptions now expected to reach 1.9 billion in 2024, as operators ramp up deployments and users switch to 5G devices 5G coverage is forecast to reach 45 percent of the world’s population by end of 2024In 2024, 5G networks are projected to carry 35 percent of the global mobile trafficRapid early momentum and enthusiasm […]
du Presents the Future of ICT to Sharjah Research Technology & Innovation Park at Idea Hub
du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has hosted senior executives of the Sharjah Research Technology & Innovation Park (SRTI) at the company’s Idea Hub as the emirate eyes solidifying its presence as a global centre for knowledge and innovation. HE Hussain Al Mahmoudi, CEO of SRTI, was greeted and received at the Idea Hub […]
du Presents the Future of ICT to Sharjah Research Technology & Innovation Park at Idea Hub
du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has hosted senior executives of the Sharjah Research Technology & Innovation Park (SRTI) at the company’s Idea Hub as the emirate eyes solidifying its presence as a global centre for knowledge and innovation. HE Hussain Al Mahmoudi, CEO of SRTI, was greeted and received at the Idea Hub […]
du Announces Unlimited Voice & Data-Packed Roaming Bundle
du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), is making it easier for customers to stay connected when travelling overseas with the launch of a roaming bundle, which features unlimited calling and 2.5GB of data for the price of AED 300 for 7 days, to enrich their experience abroad. This means customers will no longer need […]
du and ADIB Renewed Partnership Deal for Data Centre Services
du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has strengthened its partnership with Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), a leading financial institution in the UAE, to provide dynamic class leading data center services. As part of the agreement, du will continue to deliver advanced network solutions with increased operational and network efficiency that will further […]
Ericsson takes 5G live for developers at Google I/O 2019
Developers from around the world are getting a taste of 5G as Ericsson brings live 5G network coverage to the annual Google I/O event taking place in Mountain View, California, US on May 7-9. Google has selected Ericsson as sole 5G infrastructure provider for this year’s developer conference, I/O 2019. The Swedish telecom vendor is […]
du Launches Strategic Partnership with YuppTV
Following the successful launch of YuppTV in the region, du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has launched a strategic partnership with YuppTV, being one of the leading OTT platforms, to offer its South Asian subscribers unlimited access to 150+ premium TV channels and over 3,000 on demand movies in 10 languages. This means that […]
Ericsson pays homage to the power of 5G in new film with high-profile heroes
Ericsson joins forces with thought-leading tech profiles, such as a gaming pioneer, a disability rights advocate and a professional footballer The ambitious one-take film offers a glimpse into a seamlessly connected future, enabled by 5G The film touches on everything from connected vehicles to fully immersive gaming and remote robotics To highlight the new […]
du’s 5G Experience Goes Live This Ramadan
du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), is showcasing the future of 5G to guests and customers who visit the company’s Al Majlis at the Madinat Jumeirah throughout Ramadan. Demonstrating the differences between the 4G network and 5G connectivity through a live interaction, du is giving people the opportunity to interact with 5G technology and […]
For the third year in a row Huawei Collaborates in “Iftar” Campaign in Saudi Arabia
For the third year in a row Huawei encouraged charity work during the holy month of Ramadan, collaborating in an “Iftar” campaign run by the Social Responsibility Club at King Saud University (KSU) in Riyadh which will distribute iftar meals at various traffic intersections in the kingdom. This initiative aims to raise awareness of the […]
du Offers Seamless Telco Experience with UAE-First Linksys Training Initiative
du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), customers are set to benefit from an enhanced telco experience, following the company increasing its efforts to equip frontline technicians and field engineers with best-in-class expertise. By undergoing training and retraining by global networking leader Linksys – the connected home division within newly merged Belkin International and Foxconn […]
Blue Planet Prevents Up To 95 Percent of Network Outages with New Proactive Network Operations Solution
As networks become more complex and software-driven due to the rise of 5G, IoT, and cloud-based services, service providers have an urgent need to use more proactive methods for addressing service disruptions. To address this challenge, Blue Planet, a division of Ciena (NYSE: CIEN), is harnessing the power of automation and artificial intelligence (AI) […]
STC & Philips to unlock telehealth’s potential to transform care in Saudi Arabia
Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA), a global leader in health technology, is partnering with The Saudi Telecom Company (STC), the largest telecom operator in the Middle East, to rollout telehealth solutions powered by Artifical Intelligence in a move that could transform the ability to diagnose and treat patients in remote and rural areas. The […]
du Participates in HH Sheikh Mohammed’s ‘Well of Hope’ Ramadan Initiative
As an organisation devoted to bettering society through technology for good, du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), took part in the leadership’s innovative ‘Well of Hope’ humanitarian competition during the holy month of Ramadan, filling 793 bottles, the equivalent of 11485 litres of water. Launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, […]
LG ANNOUNCES FIRST-QUARTER 2019 FINANCIAL RESULTS
LG Electronics Inc. (LG) today announced consolidated sales of KRW 14.92 trillion (USD 13.27 billion) and operating profit of KRW 900.6 billion (USD 801.25 million) for the first quarter of 2019. Although overall first-quarter revenues and operating income declined somewhat in 2019 versus 2018, the home appliance company reported record first-quarter sales and profits. Operating […]