The G2 on 5G Podcast by Moor Insights & Strategy

The G2 on 5G: T-Mobile's 6G Tests, Google's Pixel 9a, Vodafone's IoT Milestone, RedCap Collaboration, AT&T's FirstNet Satellite Trials, and MediaTek's New Chips


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Welcome and Introduction

- Will Townsend introduces episode 222 of G2 on 5G

- Anshel Sag joins as fellow analyst

- Recording from Florida location

T-Mobile's 6G Equipment Testing

- FCC grants T-Mobile request to test experimental prototype wireless equipment

- Testing near Bellevue, Washington headquarters

- Spectrum band in 7 GHz to 8.4 GHz range

- Potential for 10-20 times more capacity and higher data rates

Spectrum Considerations for 6G

- Discussion of 7 GHz and 12 GHz spectrum for 6G

- Challenges with propagation characteristics above 6 GHz

- Potential tricks to improve propagation for higher frequencies

Google Pixel 9a Launch

- Mid-range device priced at $499

- Same processor as flagship series with some compromises

- Larger battery than flagship models

- Downgraded modem compared to higher-end versions

Vodafone's IoT Milestone

- Vodafone connects 200 millionth IoT device

- 50% year-over-year sales growth over last five years

- Discussion of IoT monetization and network infrastructure

GSA Forms 5G RedCap Special Group

- Collaboration on RedCap networks, features, and product rollouts

- Founding members include Ericsson, Huawei, Qualcomm, and MediaTek

- Importance of standalone 5G networks for RedCap applications

AT&T and AST Space Mobile FirstNet Trials

- Testing direct-to-cell satellite connectivity over Band 14

- Extension of FirstNet's mission-critical capabilities

- Importance for emergency services and disaster response

MediaTek's New Chipset Announcements

- Dimensity 9400 Plus for flagship phones

- Companion Ultra for Chromebooks

- Focus on AI performance and capabilities

- Comparisons to Intel's offerings in the Chromebook market

NTT Data Center Services

- Brief mention of NTT's position as third in the world for data center service delivery

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