Tag: 5G

US Former Officials Urge ‘Speedy’ Resolution of 5G Wireless Aviation Dispute

WASHINGTON—Six former chairs of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on Monday urged the Biden administration to quickly resolve a dispute over the planned use of 5G wireless spectrum that the aviation industry says poses an air safety risk. Former FCC chairs Ajit Pai, Tom Wheeler, Julius Genachowski, Michael Copps, Michael Powell, and Mignon Clyburn…


US Airlines Warn 5G Wireless Could Cause Havoc With Flights

WASHINGTON—Major U.S. air carriers warned on Wednesday that plans by AT&T and Verizon Communications to use spectrum for 5G wireless services could be highly disruptive to air travel and cost air passengers $1.6 billion annually in delays. Trade group Airlines for America (A4A) said if a new Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) directive for addressing potential…


Apple’s Upcoming iPhone SE 5G Could Help Attract Billion-Plus Android Users: J.P. Morgan

Apple Inc.’s upcoming iPhone SE 5G has the potential to attract more than a billion non-premium Android users, J.P. Morgan analysts said on Monday. The company is expected to launch the iPhone SE with 5G capabilities in early 2022, according to media reports and the brokerage, with the analysts adding the model will allow Apple…


AT&T, Verizon Agree to New Precautions to Address 5G Air Safety Concerns

WASHINGTON—AT&T and Verizon Communications on Wednesday agreed to adopt new precautionary measures to address air safety concerns raised from the planned use of C-Band spectrum for 5G wireless. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the aviation industry have raised concerns about potential interference caused by the 5G deployment with sensitive aircraft electronics like radio altimeters….


Canada Has No Choice but to Bar Huawei From 5G Mobile Networks, Security Experts Say

OTTAWA—As the Liberal government prepares to unfurl its policy on next-generation mobile networks, global security experts say all signs point to the exclusion of Chinese vendor Huawei Technologies from the long-awaited blueprint. The development of 5G, or fifth-generation, networks will give people speedier online connections and provide vast data capacity to meet ravenous demand as…


Boeing, Airlines: ‘Significant Time’ Needed to Resolve 5G Spectrum Issue

WASHINGTON—The aviation industry told the White House on Tuesday it will take “significant time” to ensure it is safe for major U.S. wireless companies to use C-Band spectrum for 5G communications. In a letter sent to the White House, Boeing Co, Airbus SE, U.S. airlines, pilots, and others said they need the Biden administration and…


China’s 5G Activity Remains Active and Dangerous, Experts Warn

Wireless networks around the world that control critical functions in factory production and military communications could be jeopardized by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), according to Jon Pelson. Pelson is the author of “Wireless Wars: China’s Dangerous Domination of 5G and How We’re Fighting Back,” who warned of the security risks posed by telecom companies with…


Ericsson Plans Cut in China Ops on Huawei Backlash, Flags Supply Chain Issues

STOCKHOLM—Sweden’s Ericsson announced on Tuesday plans to reduce its operations in China after suffering a big sales drop in one of its biggest markets, citing retaliation for Sweden’s banning China’s Huawei from selling 5G gear in the country. The news came as the company reported better than expected third-quarter core earnings boosted by strong sales…


What Huawei Dreads Most Is More US Sanctions

Commentary Huawei’s financial report for the first half of this year shows a sharp decline in its revenue. The company’s senior members have talked about their difficulties on different occasions, revealing that Washington’s sanctions and technology ban have significantly impacted the Chinese tech giant. On Aug. 6, Huawei disclosed its H1 financial report. According to…


Lithuania Calls to Quit Chinese Smartphones Over Security and Censorship Concerns

Lithuania discouraged consumers on Tuesday from using Chinese mobile devices—found to come with built-in censorship capabilities undermining freedom of speech and personal data security. It comes after a Sept. 21 government report showing flagship phones sold in Europe by Chinese phone maker Xiaomi have built-in and remotely controlled techniques to detect and block sensitive terms without the user’s permission….