[ad_1] Intel might not be building 5G modems on its own anymore, but its partnership with MediaTek is starting to bear fruit. The two companies have unveiled MediaTek’s T700 5G modem that’s designed to be used with next-generation Intel-powered laptops. For its part, Intel said it has been working on “system integration, validation and developing […]
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MediaTek’s latest processor will help take dual 5G phones mainstream
[ad_1] MediaTek is trying to make 5G more accessible on less-than-flagship phones with the launch of the Dimensity 820 processor. It has the latest carrier aggregation tech that offers improved coverage and seamless handovers between 5G coverage areas, faster download speeds, dual-SIM tech and voice over new radio (VoNR), the 5G equivalent to VoLTE tech. […]
Planet Computers’ slider smartphone has a physical keyboard and 5G
[ad_1] As shown below, the hinge allows you to slide the screen off of the keyboard, then flip it up so you can use it like a mini-laptop. A full (albeit tiny) physical QWERTY keyboard is then revealed so you can tap messages or do productivity chores. Once finished, you can slide the screen back […]
It took Google months to patch a serious Android security flaw
[ad_1] Google noted the patch (CVE-2020-0069) in its March Android security bulletin. While this is the first public disclosure, details about the exploit have been online for months. The vulnerability is still exploitable on dozens of device models, and hackers are actively using it. Worse, in all likelihood, many devices will never get the patch […]
The first dual-SIM 5G phones could arrive in early 2020
[ad_1] Thankfully, there might be speed to spare. MediaTek claims the “world’s fastest” data throughput, with support for 4.7Gbps downstream and 2.5Gbps upstream on sub-6GHz 5G networks. There’s WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.1+ support, too. And yes, there should be some solid computing power to back up the wireless performance. The Dimensity 1000 touts four […]
MediaTek’s latest phone CPUs are built for gaming
[ad_1] The G90 chips will use HyperEngine game tech that promises to cut back on lag. and interruptions. Like some phones, it can invoke LTE to help out if you have a flaky WiFi connection. It can maintain two WiFi connections on different bands, too. Call and data concurrency keeps your internet access alive if […]
Mediatek’s 5G chipsets are ready for cheaper next-gen phones
[ad_1] MediaTek hardware is a mainstay of lower-end devices, like Nokia’s 5.1 Plus / X5 and Oppo’s R15, where price is a big factor. This 7-nanometer chip should hopefully offer a decent mix of power efficiency and speed, although don’t expect anyone at Qualcomm to feel too worried. The silicon will be available for companies […]