Marvell announced its dual 400GbE MACsec PHY transceiver with 256-bit encryption and Class C compliant precision time protocol (PTP) timestamping, bringing advanced performance, security and transfer speeds for next-generation networking infrastructure. Hardware-based point-to-point encryption encompassing Ethernet speeds up to 400G is being deployed in cloud, carrier and enterprise networks to address the market demand for…
5G channel emulation device enables verification of MIMO and massive MIMO implementations
Keysight Technologies, Inc. has introduced new 5G channel emulation capabilities that enable the deployment of seamless connectivity and end-user experiences. Keysight’s PROPSIM FS16 channel emulation solution is the latest in a long line of innovative technology introduced by Keysight to accelerate 5G development and commercialization. PROPSIM FS16 enables users to verify the performance of 5G new radio…
Small form factor connectors designed to enable 5G mmWave apps
The new NOVASTACK 35-HDN Connector is designed for 5G mmWave and sub-6 applications (i.e. mobile phones, hotspots, AR/VR devices, etc.). Designed for high-frequency applications, this board-to-board form factor is also suitable for high-speed data rate applications, making it ideal for Thunderbolt™ 3 (20+ Gbps) solutions. The narrow design of this connector (0.35 mm pitch, 0.7…
Coolpad showcases upcoming 5G devices at CES
Global consumer electronics company Coolpad, today announced that it is working closely with Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. to build out its 5G device offerings. With a strong commitment to the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765 5G Mobile Platform, Coolpad is building out a research and design team with 5G testing equipment that will power next-generation products. “Qualcomm Technologies is a…
Chipset family offers SoCs with integrated 5G modems in 7nm package
MediaTek introduced its Dimensity 800 Series 5G chipset family that will bring flagship features, power and performance to New Premium mid-range 5G smartphones. MediaTek’s Dimensity 5G chipset family offers powerful system-on-chips (SoCs) with integrated 5G modems. The single-chip solutions offer an unrivaled combination of connectivity, multimedia, AI and imaging innovations packed into an ultra-efficient 7nm…
Automotive-grade modules include 5G NR sub-6GHz module
Quectel Wireless Solutions announced today a series of new communication modules targeting the 5G connected car sector at CES 2020. Quectel’s new automotive-grade modules include the AG550Q, a new 5G New Radio (5G NR) Sub-6GHz module, the AG215S automotive EAP module, dedicated for C-V2X scenarios, and the AF50T Wi-Fi module. All three modules are based…
2020 will be the year 5G “arrives”
by Bob Everson, Global Director of Mobility and 5G, Cisco The first 5G launches came earlier than expected in 2019, most notably in South Korea and the USA. While South Korea was a more broad-scale launch, the introductions in the US were limited, with sparse availability. These restricted initial releases, unfortunately, created a lot of…
AAC validates 5G new radio (NR) devices with Keysight Technologies’ solutions
Keysight Technologies, Inc. announced an extended collaboration with AAC Technologies (AAC), a leading provider of advanced miniaturized technology, to accelerate validation of new antenna designs for 5G new radio (NR) devices. “We’re pleased to extend our collaboration with AAC, a leading solution provider of 5G radio frequency front-end integrated components for a global wireless market,” said…
R&S’s compact antenna test chamber selected by Sierra Wireless
Sierra Wireless has selected the compact antenna test range (CATR) based R&S ATS1800C for mmWave frequencies (FR2) testing. The transportable solution from Rohde & Schwarz features a state-of-the-art golden CATR reflector with rolled edges and a very smooth surface to minimize scattering and to provide precise measurement results as required for operation at high frequencies.…
Altran’s 50+ diverse 5G engagements worldwide cover range of industries and use cases
Altran announced that it has more than 50 active 5G-related projects underway worldwide. The engagements span all major regions – North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific – and serve a broad range of clients, including communications service providers (CSPs), network equipment providers (NEPs), semiconductor makers, other large corporate enterprises, industry consortiums and public-sector institutions. “We have…