Samsung and SK Telecom Showcase their Progress on the Journey to 5G

07/04/2018 | By Netmanias

Companies are one step closer to 5G commercialization. In June 2018, Samsung Electronics and SK Telecom successfully demonstrated their jointly-developed 5G Next-Generation Core (5G NC) based on 3GPP Release-15 standards.

Samsung and Mobile TeleSystems (MTS) Demonstrate Real-Life 5G Scenarios in Russia

07/03/2018 | By Netmanias

Samsung and MTS announced that they used Samsung’s 5G network and devices to successfully demonstrate a series of 5G scenarios including HD video calls, ultra-low latency video games and high-definition video streaming.

Samsung and Cisco in Partnership with Orange Demonstrate New 5G-Powered Home Entertainment and Smart City Applications in Romania

07/02/2018 | By Netmanias

Samsung Electronics and Cisco announced today that they have successfully completed a friendly-user trial and series of 5G demonstrations with Orange in Floresti, Cluj, Romania.

KT Corp. and GS Retail Expands Joint VR Business ‘VRIGHT’

06/30/2018 | By Netmanias

KT, South Korea’s largest telecommunications company, is pioneering new opportunities in the next-generation of virtual reality (VR) with its cutting-edge and innovative technologies.

The Korean telecom leader announced the opening of its second VR theme park VRIGHT (www.vright.com) near the main gate of Konkuk University in eastern Seoul today. The park is a joint partnership with GS Retail Co., a major convenience store chain operator in Asia’s fourth-largest economy.

KT joins ORAN (Open RAN) Alliance to create an Open 5G Standard with Global Carriers

06/29/2018 | By Netmanias

KT announced on 27th that it will promote 'Open 5G standard' by participating as a board member at the founding general meeting of 'O-RAN (Open Radio Access Network) Alliance' held at Kerry Hotel, Shanghai.

KT’s ‘Ni Hao 5G!’ Campaign Catches Global Attention at MWC Shanghai

06/29/2018 | By Netmanias

KT showcased its expertise and global leadership in next-generation wireless technology and services at this week’s Mobile World Congress (MWC) Shanghai 2018, the largest mobile industry event in Asia.

SK Telecom joins ORAN (Open RAN) Alliance

06/28/2018 | By Netmanias

SK Telecom announced on the 28th that it participated as a core member in the global 5G carrier association 'Open Radio Access Network' (ORAN) Alliance.

KT SAT Eyes SE Asian Market at CommunicAsia 2018

06/27/2018 | By Netmanias

KT SAT, the satellite-operating subsidiary of KT, is offering its cutting-edge satellite services to potential Southeast Asian customers this week at CommunicAsia 2018, the largest Asia-Pacific trade show for broadcasting and telecommunications.

KDDI and Samsung Successfully Complete Live Real-Time Free-Viewpoint Video Stream Test on 5G

06/27/2018 | By Netmanias

KDDI uses Samsung's 5G equipment to introduce a whole new, immersive viewing experience for sports and entertainment, enabling viewers to control their vantage point

KT Launches Digital Healthcare System in Russia

06/26/2018 | By Netmanias

KT announced today the launch of a digital pilot project in Russia to enable remote medical diagnosis and treatment among hospitals in the world’s largest country, in partnership with Russian Railways and Seoul National University Bundang Hospital(SNUBH).

Boosting Law Enforcement Productivity, Safety and Data Security in the Field

06/21/2018 | By Netmanias

Finally a viable solution to replace old laptops and desktop computers has arrived on the public safety scene with Samsung DeX in Car technology, making the work environment safer, more flexible and more efficient for police officers in the field by simply using a Samsung flagship Galaxy smartphone and the Samsung DeX service solution that brings an easy-to-use, PC-like experience to mobile handsets.

KT Spearheads Global Initiative for 5G Standardization

06/19/2018 | By Netmanias

KT, South Korea’s largest telecommunications company, is spearheading the global effort to commercialize the next generation of wireless connectivity, paving the way for its planned launch of the first nationwide 5G mobile network in March next year.

KT Wins Three TechXLR8 Awards for its Global Excellence

06/15/2018 | By Netmanias

KT said today that it won the TechXLR8 Awards in the three categories of “Best 5G Core Network Technology,” “Blockchain Innovator of the Year” and “Best IoT Deployment” at this year’s London Tech Week, solidifying its global leadership in the next-generation wireless technology.

KDDI Demonstrates Japan's First 5G Drone Real Time 4K Video Transmission using Samsung Equipment

06/14/2018 | By Netmanias

KDDI announced today that it has successfully completed a live 4K video transmission test using a drone that leverages 5G technology

Mobile Industry Works Together to Deliver Complete 5G System Standard on Time

06/14/2018 | By Netmanias

3GPP TSG #80 Plenary Meeting has approved the completion of the standalone (SA) Release 15 5G specifications. After the release of the 5G NR specifications for non-standalone (NSA) operation in Dec. 2017, another essential step of standardization of 5G has been successfully completed.

KT to Bring Next Tech Revolution to Space and N. Korea

06/11/2018 | By Netmanias

KT Corp. , South Korea’s largest telecommunications company, said today that its satellite business operator will gear up efforts to bring the next technology revolution to outer space as well as the Korean peninsula.

KT Proposes ‘Smart Boracay’ to Philippine Government

06/08/2018 | By Netmanias

KT said today that it has proposed a “Smart Boracay” project to the Philippine government to help make the world-famous tourist destination safer and more wired with KT’s advanced ICT (information and communications technology) solutions.

Samsung Electronics Holds the Final Conference in Korea Completing 5G Standards for Commercialization

05/21/2018 | By Netmanias

Samsung today announced that it hosts 3GPP RAN WGs’ final meeting to complete the 5G mobile communication standards in Busan from May 21st to 25th. This meeting will finalize the relevant standard technologies for 5G commercialization.

KT Builds Africa’s 1st Nationwide LTE Network in Rwanda

05/15/2018 | By Netmanias

KT announced on May 14th that it celebrated the completion of Rwanda’s 4G LTE network at the Transform Africa Summit 2018, Africa’s largest ICT conference, which was held May 7-10 in the Rwandan capital, Kigali.

SK Telecom to Acquire ADT Caps

05/10/2018 | By Netmanias

SK Telecom announced that its Board of Directors held a meeting on May 8th and resolved to acquire 100 percent stake (worth KRW 1.276 trillion) in ADT Caps with Macquarie.