As the August days get shorter and the evenings grow cooler, these are undeniable signs that summer is drawing to a close. But before we fully embrace the allure of autumn, let’s take a moment to review the state of mobile Internet in Poland during the last month of summer. In August 2023, our RFBENCHMARK
RFBENCHMARK and CX Touchpoints Announce Strategic Partnership to Boost Mobile Internet Quality in Africa Douala, Cameroon – In a groundbreaking move set to redefine the mobile internet landscape in Africa, RFBENCHMARK, a leading mobile network measurement solution developed by the Notel Company, and CX Touchpoints Group, Africa’s premier Customer Experience organization, have announced a strategic
The Notel team’s journey through Poland continues. The objective is clear: to determine which mobile operator in Poland provides the best quality of mobile Internet. Following our in-depth Drive Test in Warsaw, we’ve collected data in Pomerania. This information will be especially valuable for the numerous tourists who visit the seaside towns annually. Let’s see
Summer is in full swing, and the holiday days are quickly passing by. July, the peak of the holiday season in Poland, has come to an end. Did the summer season affect how satisfied people were with their mobile networks? We explore this in our latest report, where we take a usual look at the
Africa is at an exciting crossroads in its digital journey. The first half of 2023 has seen a surge in demand for fast and reliable mobile Internet, driven by rapid urbanization, population growth, and the increasing digitization of services. Governments, telecommunications companies, and innovative start-ups across the continent have risen to the challenge, pouring resources
Finally, June is here! Summer has truly sprung, bringing with it a lively pace of life. Many of us head off on holidays, exploring various parts of Poland and places beyond. At the same time, our country continues to draw a growing number of tourists from around the globe. This increase in visitors and the
As digital offices become the norm and autonomous vehicles are no longer just a fantasy, the quality of Internet connection becomes a determining factor in the standard of living. Welcome to Warsaw, a city we’ve analysed in terms of mobile network quality and speed. Is the capital as ‘online’ as we anticipate? Has 5G evolved
As May rolls around, it’s traditionally a time to kick back and relax, and that’s when our expectations for top-notch mobile Internet quality start to ramp up. Are the Polish operators up for the challenge? Will new opportunities spring up with the first buds of the season? Dive into our latest report – a ranking
The Magnitude of 5G Contribution to the Global Economy In the evolving landscape of digital technology, the transformative potential of 5G connectivity is increasingly becoming a hot topic. Analysts from ABI Research, in their report “5G Contribution to Global Economic Activity” predict that by 2030, 5G connectivity will boost the global GDP by a whopping
The ongoing US semiconductor trade sanctions against China appear to be having an impact. However, the resulting tremors are also being felt by US firms. This begs the question: what is the real cost of these sanctions for American companies? Japan’s Export Restrictions to China A pivotal US ally in the region, Japan announced a
Iliad’s Italian odyssey has seen a new chapter emerge with the company’s mobile customer base now surpassing the 10-million mark. The milestone was reached just shy of its fifth anniversary in Italy’s competitive telecom landscape. Disrupting the Italian Telecom Market The French disruptor has caused significant shifts in the Italian mobile market since it first
The 5G non-terrestrial-network (NTN) market is fast approaching a significant milestone as more Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) are looking towards satellites to extend their coverage. Growing number of telco and satellite operator partnerships Data published on Thursday by the Global Mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) reveals a total of 49 publicly announced partnerships between telcos and
In the rapidly evolving world of technology, Baidu’s AI unit, Xiaodu, has made a significant leap forward. The company has unveiled the details of its highly anticipated smartphone, Qinghe, on various social media channels in China. This device, primarily designed for children, is set to revolutionize the educational landscape with its unique features and educational
Nokia, the renowned tech giant, in partnership with Belgian telecom operator Citymesh, is bringing to market the world’s first 5G drone platform. The package, composed of 70 Drone-in-a-Box (DiaB) units, blankets the entire country of Belgium, creating an automated 5G drone grid with the aim of accelerating resource mobilization in emergency situations. SENSE by Citymesh
In a significant development in the telecommunications sector, South Korea’s Ministry of Science and ICT has withdrawn SK Telecom’s licence to operate 5G services in the 28 GHz band. The decision comes in the wake of the telco’s failure to meet its rollout requirements. SK Telecom’s Licence Withdrawal: A Long Time Coming The Ministry of
Shaking off the winter sluggishness, we now step into the hopeful spring season. Will the updates from the mobile Internet market in Poland be as cheerful as the weather outside? Join us as we dive into our most recent ranking of mobile operators in Poland. April ushered in more changes in Poland’s mobile Internet landscape.
As we move further into the digital age, 5G technology is becoming increasingly prevalent. According to a report by GlobalData, by the end of 2022, around 1.7 billion people had a 5G mobile subscription, accounting for more than 17% of total mobile subscriptions worldwide. This figure is expected to rise significantly by 2027. However, despite
Malaysia, a Southeast Asian nation with a burgeoning tech industry, has taken a decisive step towards a more complex telecommunications landscape. The government, acknowledging the public pushback against the current 5G network monopoly, has decided to introduce a second national 5G network. The Announcement Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil’s announcement comes amid growing tensions in the
Malaysia, a burgeoning tech hotspot, finds itself at the center of the intensifying geopolitical struggle over 5G technology. The nation’s government has received warnings from both the United States and the European Union, cautioning it against integrating Huawei’s technology into its 5G network. US and EU Letters Both the US and EU, through their envoys,
The global smartphone market experienced a 12% decline in shipments during Q1 2023, marking the fifth consecutive quarter of shrinkage. However, recent analyst data suggests that the market may be stabilizing. Interestingly, new data points to India as a significant contributor to the decline, with Q1 smartphone shipments in the country falling by 20% year-on-year