07 May 2021, 02:05 am
(Photo : Screenshot From Wikimedia Commons) Beware! The Qualcomm Snapdragon 5G modem has a certain flaw that could potentially put hundreds of thousands at risk!
Both the manufacturers and network operators have now really been pushing 5G technology hard, even throughout a whole pandemic that reportedly forced some industries to stall for a while simply. Unfortunately, it seems that one of the most critical pieces of precious hardware that would enable that technology for users is putting them at risk.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 5G
According to the story by SlashGear, Qualcomm s very own 5G modem reportedly has quite a severe flaw that can reportedly be exploited easily through Android. This would potentially put hundreds of different users at risk.
8 April 2021, 1:23 pm EDT By Honda and Verizon team up ( Pexels/JESHOOTS.com )
Honda and Verizon announced their partnership as both companies are now researching on how 5G and mobile edge computing might improve safety for today s internet-connected vehicles and autonomous cars in the future.
Honda and Verizon partnership
The partnership between the two companies was announced on Friday, Apr. 9, as they are piloting different safety scenarios at the University of Michigan s Mcity, a test bed for connected and autonomous vehicles.
The aim of the venture is to study how 5G connectivity, coupled with edge computing, could allow for faster and better communication between vehicles, pedestrians, and even infrastructures.
7 April 2021, 7:08 pm EDT By T-Mobile Announces 5G Speeds Averaging from 50mbps to 100mbpsand Free 5G Devices: Too Good to be True? ( Screenshot From T-Mobile YouTube )
T-Mobile has just announced a number of plans included in the Un-carrier s upcoming move called 5G for all. The mobile operator reportedly plans to facilitate 5G access through providing free 5G devices to subscribers who want to trade in an older phone.
T-Mobile Rolling Out 5G
On top of everything, T-Mobile is also ready to roll out on 5G users the unlimited plans which would include limitless 5G access. T-Mobile is also launching its 5G home internet service aimed to bring faster broadband towards millions of different customers including subscribers in the rural areas of America.