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Qualcomm drops its own name from new chips in favor of ‘Snapdragon’ alone

Qualcomm leads the smartphone chip market, but that's come despite a confusing naming convention. Moving forward, Snapdragon is all you'll need to know.
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Samsung Galaxy A33 5G images leak shows yet another midrange phone is on the way

Renders of Samsung's Galaxy A33 5G have leaked, showing a phone with improved specs and without a 3.5mm headphone jack.
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Redmi India’s rebranded Note 11T 5G could be its last smartphone of 2021

Xiaomi India has sent out invites for the launch of the Redmi Note 11T 5G. Initial indications are that the handset could be a rebranded Redmi Note 11.
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India’s 5G auctions to be delayed further due to extended trial period

India's telecom companies have asked for more time to properly test 5G and there are a few other roadblocks as well.
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Qualcomm’s Snapdragon XR platform will officially run on T-Mobile’s 5G network

T-Mobile is partnering with Qualcomm to provide 5G for its big move into "extended reality."
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How far away are we from mainstream 5G home internet?

The promise of 5G home internet still hasn't been realized for most Americans. We looked into how long it'll take for it to become a mainstream option.
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Nokia’s new, cheap X100 gives T-Mobile customers 5G for just $252

HMD Global is here with an inexpensive 5G phone for T-Mobile and Metro customers with the new Nokia X100.
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Samsung’s Galaxy A53 5G ditches the headphone jack for a sleeker design

Leaked renders of the Samsung Galaxy A53 5G reveal a thinner design and the lack of a headphone jack as the big changes from the A52.
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How to turn off 5G on a Samsung phone

Whether you own a new Z Fold 3 5G or a midrange A71 5G, it's easy to turn off 5G on a Samsung phone. We show you how to do this to save battery life.
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MediaTek hikes 4G chipset prices by 15% as supply chain woes continue

MediaTek has hiked the prices of its 4G LTE chips in the face of strong demand and continued production woes.
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Samsung is working on a new Exynos 1280 chipset for budget phones

While a lot of attention will be on the upcoming Exynos 2200, Samsung is also very likely working to release mid-range chipsets like the Exynos 1280.
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TCL’s 20 XE and 20A 5G are new budget phones that cost less than $200

TCL's 20 XE and 20A 5G are a pair of new carrier-exclusive smartphones that cost less than $200.

Cricket Wireless brings 5G access to all plans and removes speed cap

Cricket Wireless is changing its rate plans to offer 5G to all customers and removing the 8 Mbps speed cap.
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T-Mobile Ultra Capacity 5G expansion will cover 300 million people by 2023

T-Mobile is set to serve 300 million customers with 5G Ultra Capacity by the end of 2023, says its president of technology, Neville Ray.
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AT&T brings 5G cellular connectivity to Ford F-150 Lightning and production line

AT&T's 5G cellular connection is coming to both Ford's F-150 Lightning electric truck and its factory to help improve Ford's production lines.
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5G networks aren’t even close to ‘market penetration tipping point,’ study says

How long will it be until 5G becomes the market standard? A lot longer than you may think, according to the latest study.

LTE vs. 4G: The differences explained

We break down the differences between 4G and LTE, discuss what 4G connectivity means, and how LTE and LTE-A fit into the scenario with the arrival of 5G.
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TCL’s Tab Pro 5G might be worth it for Verizon customers who want cheaper 5G

The Tab Pro 5G is TCL's first 5G slate for Verizon, and while it comes with midrange specs, it has a couple of unique features.
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Not all Pixel 6 phones have mmWave 5G, but here’s why it doesn’t matter

Depending on the model you get, your new Pixel 6 may or may not have 5G mmWave. But here's why it probably doesn't matter.
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Ookla’s Speedtest determines the fastest 5G provider in the U.S.

Ookla's Speedtest Intelligence found the best 5G provider in the U.S., and the results shouldn't be a surprise.
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Should you buy the Google Pixel 6 or get an older model instead?

The Pixel 6 and its sibling, the Pixel 6 Pro, are the most advanced Google phones yet, but they cost more. Should you save and go with an older Pixel?
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T-Mobile takes big 5G coverage and speed wins in new report

T-Mobile claims big wins in coverage and speed in the latest Opensignal report.
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The 5 best apps to test your 5G connection on Android and iOS

So you have a new 5G phone, and you want to put it to the test. From speed testers to 5G maps, here are the best 5G testing apps available on Android and iOS.
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Motorola Edge 5G UW (2021) review: Battery for days and a superfast display

The Motorola Edge 5G UW is a very strong midrange phone thanks to the 144Hz display, decent camera, and fantastic battery life.
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Verizon expands 5G service with home and business mobile internet in new cities

Verizon joins competitors in continuing to roll out the expansion of 5G internet service for homes and businesses.
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5G-enabled billboard in Times Square briefly brings interactive game to masses

With Project Monarch and 5G networks, thousands of people could end up playing games powered by billboard advertising.
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Samsung’s latest 5G mmWave test took place inside a speeding subway train

Samsung successfully tested mmWave 5G on a subway in Seoul . It promises to bring high-speed networking to other public transport.
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Why are so few people actually using 5G in the U.S.? Here’s what the experts say

On paper, 5G rollout is increasing in the U.S., but consumer-focused mobile subscriptions are still lagging. We asked the experts to find out why.
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The best 5G phone deals available right now

Looking for a discount on a 5G phone? We've gathered the best deals going on right now on unlocked and carrier specific phones.
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AT&T launches 5G-powered AR program Game View within the WNBA app

AT&T's 5G Game Zone app gives WNBA stats in real-time using augmented reality technology.
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T-Mobile announces expanded 5G Home Internet access across southern U.S.

T-Mobile expands 5G Home Internet coverage into 51 new U.S. areas, specifically focusing on southern states. Find out if you're able to sign up.
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Microsoft’s Surface Duo 2 is coming with 5G and NFC

The Microsoft Surface Duo 2 will have 5G and NFC, fixing two of the biggest problems with the original model.
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Inside the strange and scammy world of anti-5G accessories

Fears about cell phones emitting harmful radiation have been around for decades. Now that 5G is rolling out, sketchy retailers are using that fear to cash in
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Amazon is having a secret tech sale today — here are the best deals to shop

A secret tech sale has started on Amazon, which has slashed the prices of the AirPods Pro, the 2020 iPad Air, and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3, among others.