Apple’s iPhone Helps 5G Smartphone Sales Surpass 4G for the First Time: Report
The number of new smartphones with 5G sold in January 2022 was higher than sales of new phones that are only 4G-capable — and a lot of that growth is down to the iPhone, a relative latecomer to the 5G scene. In a new research report, Counterpoint Research analyzes 5G penetration data across the globe, noting...
London Underground to Receive Full Mobile Coverage End of 2024
London mayor Sadiq Khan has announced a firm commitment to provide mobile coverage to the entire London Underground by the end of 2024. Once in effect, every station and tunnel will be able to provide riders full mobile connectivity and internet access. In a press release, Mayor Khan stated that Transport for London will be...
Researchers Discover Serious Security Flaws on 4G, Upcoming 5G Protocols
A new research paper from Purdue University and the University of Iowa outlines security flaws in 4G and 5G networks that allow hackers to eavesdrop on phone calls and track users' locations using their smartphones. According to one of the co-authors Syed Rafiul Hussain, the attack can be carried out by anyone who is well-versed with...