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A Computer Weekly Buyers Guide to 5G
Despite the fears of many that rollouts of the next generation infrastructure would be delayed or just not be possible due mainly to the adverse economic conditions caused by Covid-19, the prospects are actually quite bright for the 5G industry in 2021. Download this EGuide to find out what enterprises need to know about 5G.
News : Smartphone technology
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May 17, 2021
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AT&T to focus on fibre, 5G after WarnerMedia merger with Discovery
Media mega-deal presents leading US operator with opportunity to unlock value and be one of the best capitalised broadband companies
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May 17, 2021
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EE boosts mobile coverage across London’s rail network
As the UK embarks on the great indoor reopening and workers start returning to the office, BT’s mobile division beefs up mobile network capability along capital’s main commuter rail routes
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May 13, 2021
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Refuge launches tech safety site for domestic abuse victims
Created with the help of survivors, Refuge’s resource site offers guidance on protecting yourself from tech-enabled domestic abuse
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May 13, 2021
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Ericsson: 5G already changing smartphone usage behaviour
Largest 5G consumer study to date finds seven in 10 5G users expect more innovative services and apps, while 20% have decreased usage of Wi-Fi on their phones at home and other locations after upgrading
In Depth : Smartphone technology
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Five not the only magic number for Three in 2021
With a new CEO beginning to put into practice its plan, mainly a pivot towards business, mobile operator Three UK has been eyeing up new opportunities in 2021. We see what is on the agenda Continue Reading
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Innovation at the shelf edge
It’s been a challenging year for stores due to Covid-19, but some retailers have found time to innovate at the shelf edge with noteworthy technology deployments Continue Reading
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Digital donations: retailers using technology to offer something back
Some charities require corporate support like never before, and retailers are finding new ways to use technology to facilitate donations Continue Reading
Blog Posts : Smartphone technology
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Throwback Thursday: Mobile moments and the past left far behind
We have looked at many reports from years ago that show that, whilst technology details may have moved on, many of the underlying factors haven’t changed very much. But this glance back to 2009 ... Continue Reading
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Huawei risks drowning as HarmonyOS heads for open waters
Earlier in August, Huawei announced it was launching its own open-source operating system, named HarmonyOS, which may replace Google’s Android on its devices, writes Promon head of development, Jan ... Continue Reading
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Samsung phone folds like a cheap suit
Samsung has unveiled something resembling a VTech learning toy to try to maintain its foothold in the smartphone market. Commentators humoured the announcement, though, referring to the ... Continue Reading
Opinion : Smartphone technology
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The case for vaccine passports: the real world versus the digital world
What are the security issues challenges presented by vaccine passports, and how should they be designed and used with ethics and privacy in mind? Continue Reading
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Why we need to reset the debate on end-to-end encryption to protect children
Private messaging is the front line of abuse, yet E2EE in its current form risks engineering away the ability of firms to detect and disrupt it where it is most prevalent Continue Reading
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EncroChat ruling has ‘far-reaching effects’ for legal role of interception in UK investigations
The computer forensic experts involved in the review of police use of data hacked from the ultra-secure EncroChat phone network assess the impact of the Appeal Court ruling on future legal use of intercept evidence Continue Reading
Videos : Smartphone technology
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UKTech50 Video: Transforming the Metropolitan Police – Metropolitan Police Service
In this video Richard Thwaite, director of digital policing, Metropolitan Police Service, discusses the advantages of implementing mobility for officers on the streets, and discusses the innovation behind the project.
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CW500 Security: Nick Coleman, Fellow of the The Chartered Institute for IT
In this CW500 Security Club video, Nick Coleman, Fellow of the The Chartered Institute for IT, talks about the emerging challenges of endpoint security and how organisations can ensure data is safe.
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CW500: Nick Bromley, GLA
Nick Bromley,from the Greater London Authority, talks to Computer Weekly about the prospects for smart cities and what it means for London.