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GSM Arena
3 hours ago
- Business
- GSM Arena
New mystery Redmi phone surfaces at the FCC
Earlier this month a mystery Redmi phone stopped by the FCC on its way to launch with no 5G and a 6,000 mAh battery. Today, we have another one - still a Redmi, also a mystery. This device does have 5G support, however, along with Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, and NFC. It will run Xiaomi's HyperOS 2.0 when it arrives, and will be offered in three RAM/storage combos: 6/128GB, 8/128GB, and 8/256GB. Mystery Redmi phone at the FCC These are all the details that we know about it so far, along with the model number 25062RN2DL. But even from those specs it's very easy to tell that this will be a lower-midrange device. Its model number implies it was initially planned for introduction in June, but Xiaomi and its sub-brands don't always follow these timelines, so while it's definitely coming soon, it's not actually a given that it will arrive next month. Via
Phone Arena
4 hours ago
- Business
- Phone Arena
Jiminy! Cricket has new a new unlimited plan that includes 2 free phones (certain conditions apply)
AT&T subsidiary Cricket Wireless is offering a new pre-paid plan for new customers called the $40 Simply Unlimited Plan. This plan offers unlimited talk, text, and data for $40 per month for one line. Two people can sign up for the plan and pay only $65 per month. Even better, if you and someone else sign up for two lines, both of you will receive a Samsung Galaxy A15 5G phones for the low price of $0 although you'll have to pay $25 per line for activation inside the store. You'll need to port your current number over to Cricket to subscribe to this plan. The $40 Simply Unlimited Plan offers AT&T 's Nationwide 5G which uses the low-band 850MHz frequency. This will result in download data speeds in the range of 50Mbps-150Mbps and upload speeds in the range of 10Mbps-30Mbps. Keep in mind that this plan doesn't support Hotspot usage, Mexico and Canada usage, and there is no option to sign up for international service. Also, this plan does not deliver the faster 5G speeds available from AT&T 's mid-band 5G+ service. If two consumers sign up for the Simply Unlimited Plan, they each get a Samsung Galaxy A15 5G. | Image credit-Cricket Wireless If you decide to sign up for the $40 Simply Unlimited Plan, during periods of heavy network traffic, AT&T could temporarily throttle your data speed. We should also point out that video on this plan streams at standard definition. This means you should expect a video resolution of 480p and a maximum speed of 1.5 to 2 Mbps. Shailendra Gujarati, chief marketing officer at Cricket Wireless, said, "We're making it easier for customers to save more money. Our approach is simple: no hidden fees or gimmicks — just straightforward, affordable plans that promise reliable connectivity." The $40 Simply Unlimited Plan is available at local Authorized Retail stores or online. The Samsung Galaxy A15 5G that new customers will receive when two of them sign up for the $40 Simply Unlimited Plan comes with a 6.5-inch Super AMOLED display with a 1080 x 2340 resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. The phone is powered by the 6nm MediaTek Dimensity 6100 with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of expandable storage. On the back is a 50MP primary camera, a 5MP ultra-wide camera, and a 2MP macro camera. The front-facing camera weighs in at 13MP. A 5000mAh battery keeps the lights on and Android 14 is pre-installed.
Daily News Egypt
8 hours ago
- Business
- Daily News Egypt
EBRD, Banque Misr provide $80m syndicated loan to Orange Egypt for 5G expansion
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and Banque Misr have extended a syndicated loan of approximately $80m to Orange Egypt to support the company's acquisition of a 5G mobile license and rollout of next-generation network infrastructure. The financing package includes €39m from the EBRD and $40m (around €35.6m) from Banque Misr's Dubai branch. The funds will enable Orange Egypt, a leading mobile network operator, to implement 5G services, enhancing network speed, reliability, and capacity. The introduction of 5G across Orange Egypt's network is expected to significantly improve data transmission speeds and reduce latency, delivering a more responsive and seamless experience for users. The upgrade will also benefit businesses by enabling more innovative digital services, strengthening customer engagement, and supporting Egypt's broader digital economy. Notably, 5G technology is more energy-efficient than previous mobile generations. Orange Egypt's planned network modernization is projected to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by more than 1.74m tonnes annually, contributing to the country's environmental sustainability goals. 'This project will strengthen Egypt's digital infrastructure, contributing to improved internet connectivity for local consumers, businesses, and the broader economy,' said Jean-Marc Peterschmitt, EBRD Managing Director for the Corporate Sector. Mohamed Khairat, Head of Corporate Banking at Banque Misr, emphasized the bank's commitment to supporting national economic growth, noting the telecom sector's strategic importance and Orange Egypt's role in advancing sustainable development. Khaled Nabil Khorshed, Head of Wholesale Banking at Banque Misr UAE, added that the involvement of the bank's Dubai branch reflects its strategy to leverage its international network to facilitate cross-border financing and strengthen its regional footprint. Commenting on the loan, Orange Egypt CFO Mohamed Sayed said: 'Through technologies like 5G, we aim to enhance services in sectors such as education, healthcare, and smart cities—bridging the digital divide and accelerating Egypt's digital transformation.' Orange Egypt, a subsidiary of French telecom giant Orange, has operated in the country since 1998. While primarily a mobile network provider, it also offers fixed-line services and IPTV. The company plays a key role in expanding Egypt's digital infrastructure. Egypt is a founding member of the EBRD. Since launching operations in the country in 2012, the Bank has invested over €13.2bn across 202 projects, in addition to supporting more than 750 small and medium-sized enterprises through technical assistance.
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Business Standard
12 hours ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Trai issues consultation paper on microwave spectrum across bands
In a first, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) on Wednesday released a consultation paper seeking to assess the demand for, and the scope of service for microwave spectrum across eight spectrum bands. Aiming to create guidelines for microwave spectrum in the 6 GHz, 7 GHz, 13 GHz, 15 GHz, 18 GHz and 21 GHz bands, along with V-band and E-band, the paper seeks industry views on how to assign spectrum in various microwave bands for commercial backhaul, along with the terms and conditions, including pricing, spectrum caps, and carrier aggregation. Called the 'lifeblood of today's cellular mobile networks', microwave spectrum is used for providing both last mile 'access' to consumer devices, as well as backhaul links in places where laying the optical fiber cables is difficult or economically unviable. The microwave spectrum ranging from 400 MHz to 4 GHz was used for providing cellular mobile radio access, while the one ranging from 6 GHz to 24 GHz was used for providing backhaul. However, the recent introduction of 5G technology has led to the need for wider frequency channels and now frequencies above 24 GHz are also used for both cellular mobile radio access and backhaul. DoT also wants TRAI to examine whether the 7 GHz and 15 GHz bands, currently used for backhaul, should be re-evaluated for mobile telephony now or after the World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC) takes a call on them in it has asked which commercial telecom services should the spectrum in traditional microwave backhaul bands be assigned for radio backhaul purposes. Trai has also been asked to examine how spectrum in non-mobile telephony bands could be used for last-mile connectivity through fixed wireless access, and for captive backhaul services. The feasibility of permitting low-power indoor device-to-device communication in the V-band on a licence-exempt basis is also under review. Stakeholders will have to submit their inputs by June 25, with counter-comments accepted until July 9.
Time of India
13 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
TRAI begins consultation for modalities of spectrum assignment in backhaul bands
TRAI on Wednesday began the consultation process for assignment of spectrum in six bands traditionally used for microwave backhaul between towers, as well as E and V bands, as the regulator sought stakeholder views on aspects like demand, terms and conditions, and charges. The discussion paper - which typically marks the first step in a comprehensive consultation process before TRAI finalises and sends its recommendations to DoT - pertains to assignment of the microwave spectrum in lower 6 GHz, 7 GHz, 13 GHz, 15 GHz, 18 GHz, 21 GHz Bands, E-Band, and V-Band. As per the industry, the E and V bands are of particular interest as it provides a high-throughput backhaul for data-heavy 5G. Put simply, a public telecommunication network consists of the access network, core network and backhaul links. The access network is the last mile connectivity to consumer devices, while core network connects the access network to global public networks. The backhaul links are used to connect the access network with the core network. "...a consultation paper on assignment of the Microwave Spectrum in 6 GHz (lower), 7 GHz, 13 GHz, 15 GHz, 18 GHz, 21 GHz Bands, E-Band, and V-Band has been placed on the TRAI's website for seeking comments and counter-comments from stakeholders," the regulator said in a release. Live Events The telecom regulator has sought stakeholder views on over 50 questions - and has stipulated June 25, 2025 as deadline for comments and July 9 for counter comments. The questions include gauging the level of demand for the spectrum in the traditional microwave backhaul bands; the commercial services for which these bands should be assigned; and the method for such assignment. Other queries raised include the associated terms and conditions, validity period of assignment, and rollout obligations. The backhaul spectrum is a part of the First Schedule of the Telecommunications Act, 2023 for which the assignment method is administrative. "What should be the terms and conditions for the assignment of spectrum in traditional microwave backhaul bands for radio backhaul purposes of various commercial telecommunication services, such as - carrier size; carrier aggregation; validity period of the assignment; renewal mechanism; rollout obligations; and surrender of spectrum" TRAI asked. In select cases -- the 7125-8400 MHz range in the 7 GHz band and the 14.8-15.35 GHz range in the 15 GHz -- which are being considered for IMT (broadband mobile systems) in ITU's World Radiocommunication Conference in 2027 (WRC27), TRAI has asked whether there is a need to review the usage of 7 GHz and 15 GHz microwave backhaul bands at this stage itself, or should such a review be undertaken after considering the outcome of WRC-27. In case the decision is to earmark certain quantum of spectrum in traditional microwave backhaul bands for the last-mile connectivity ( Fixed Wireless Access ) to the customer equipment of commercial telecommunication services, TRAI asked stakeholders for their views on required quantum, eligibility criteria, and terms and conditions (block size, minimum quantity for bidding, spectrum cap, validity period of the assignment; as well as rollout and surrender). "Whether flexible use, that is, both backhaul connectivity , and last mile connectivity (fixed wireless access) to the customer equipment should be permitted in the frequency ranges earmarked for such purposes? If yes, should the terms and conditions of the auction of spectrum be the same as those applicable for the access spectrum," TRAI asked. TRAI asked if there is any need to prescribe measures to provide necessary protection to incumbent users such as Fixed Microwave (backhaul) Services, Fixed Satellite Service (FSS)operating in the 6 GHz (lower) band, given that government has now decided to delicense the 6 GHz (lower) band (5.925-6.425 GHz) for low power applications. Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) also posed questions on the level of demand of the spectrum in the E-band (71-76 GHz, and 81-86 GHz) and V-band (57-64/66 GHz) for each of the service/ usage that is backhaul, access and Integrated Access & Backhaul or IAB. In another question, TRAI has asked that if the said six bands for radio backhaul of various commercial telecom services are assigned on a Point-toPoint (P2P) Link basis, or block basis, should the spectrum charges be levied as a percentage of Adjusted Gross Revenue (and if so how much) or should other mechanism be considered. "In case it is decided to assign some frequency spectrum in 6 (lower)/7/13/15/18/21 GHz spectrum bands for last mile connectivity (Fixed Wireless Access) of commercial telecom services through auction, then should the auction determined price of other bands by using spectral efficiency factor serve as a basis of valuation for the above bands," TRAI said, in one of the questions.
