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Huawei delays launch of Mate X foldable phone
Huawei is to delay the launch of its first foldable smartphone, the Mate X, saying it wants to test the device further after rival Samsung suffered issues with its own foldable phone earlier this year.
Fault hits Vodafone’s mobile data and broadband
Vodafone is working to fix a fault which has affected some customers’ access to its mobile data and broadband services.
Facebook launches app that will pay users to collect their data
Facebook has launched a new app which will pay users to allow the social network to collect data on how people use their device and the apps downloaded to it.
Vodafone mobile users can now make calls with Amazon’s Alexa
Vodafone customers can now make hands-free calls using Amazon Echo smart devices under their existing mobile plan, the operator has announced.
UK network operators ‘call for clarity over position on Huawei’
The UK’s network operators have reportedly written to the Government asking for it to be clearer about its position on Chinese telecommunications giant Huawei, over fears it could impact on the country’s roll-out of 5G.
Huawei security chief denies complicity with China
A senior Huawei executive has denied the firm is complicit in alleged repressive actions by the Chinese Government, fending off comparisons to those who manufactured the gas chambers in Nazi Germany.
Facebook stops pre-installing its apps on Huawei phones
Facebook has suspended Huawei’s ability to pre-install the social network’s apps on its smartphones.
BT to reduce offices from 300 to around 30 in major consolidation plan
Telecoms giant BT is planning to close 270 offices under a consolidation plan it says is the biggest programme of its type in the UK.
All the key announcements from Apple’s WWDC
Apple has announced a wide range of updates across its software platforms, as the tech giant prepares for its next generation of devices.
Engineering body lifts ban on Huawei researchers reviewing scientific papers
A temporary ban on Huawei researchers editing and reviewing scientific papers has been lifted by one of the world’s biggest engineering bodies, as the Chinese firm continues to feel the effects of rigorous restrictions in the US.
Which smartphones are 5G-enabled?
5G is available to the public in the UK for the first time, with EE launching its service on Thursday in select cities.
Apple defends App Store in face of anti-competition criticisms
Apple has said it welcomes competition in face of accusations that it has an unfair advantage on its App Store.
EE launches 5G network
EE is set to make its 5G network available to the public on Thursday, marking the start of a new era in the UK’s mobile capabilities.
Vodafone reveals 5G rollout plans
Vodafone will introduce 5G in seven UK cities in July as the telecoms firm revealed its plans to launch its version of the next generation mobile network.
Staff at UK-based ARM ‘told to suspend business with Huawei’
UK-based chip designer ARM has reportedly informed employees not to work with Chinese tech giant Huawei.
Edinburgh included among EE’s first 5G cities in the UK
Edinburgh has been named as one of six cities where the UK’s first 5G mobile network is to launch next week.
Female-voiced AI assistants reinforce gender bias – UN study
AI virtual assistants such as Alexa and Google Assistant reinforce gender stereotypes which portray women as “subservient” by relying on female voices, a UN report has said.
Huawei pushes ahead with 5G phone launch despite security concerns
Huawei has unveiled its first 5G-ready smartphone, despite continued concerns over the security of the Chinese firm’s communications equipment.
UK’s most photographic backdrop named
Brighton Marina has been voted the most photographic backdrop in the UK to take Instagram snaps, according to research by Google.