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NGMN calls for harmonized 6G – without total hardware refresh

RCR Wireless

The transition to future 6G technology should be evolutionary and should not force a complete hardware refresh, says NGMN In sum – what to know: Evolution, not revolution – NGMN emphasizes that 6G should evolve from 5G, with most upgrades happening via software to avoid costly hardware overhauls.

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Beyond Hardware: Cisco Live 2025 Maps the Platform Future of Networking and Security

Dell'oro

Cisco Live 2025 showcased Cisco’s bold shift from hardware vendor to AI-native platform orchestrator. The post Beyond Hardware: Cisco Live 2025 Maps the Platform Future of Networking and Security appeared first on Dell'Oro Group.

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iPhone C1 modem chip to cut Apple’s Qualcomm reliance by 80%

Telecoms Tech News

The iPhone C1 modem chip, Apple’s first in-house cellular processor looks set to slash the share of Qualcomm’s modems in Apple hardware to 20% of its current level by 2026. The C1 modem subsystem debuts in the $599 iPhone 16e, and represents the most important hardware.

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AMD to Build Hardware-Agnostic Software Environment for AI Development: Report

Telecom Talk

Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) reportedly outlined the company’s vision for an open-source, hardware-agnostic software ecosystem to accelerate artificial intelligence (AI)

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Telstra and Ericsson launch programmable 5G Advanced network

Telecoms Tech News

The upgrade will see Telstra incorporate Ericssons next-generation Open RAN-ready hardware, 5G Advanced software, and AI-powered automation. Telstra is partnering with Ericsson to launch a state-of-the-art programmable 5G Advanced network. 5G Advanced: A programmable network for.

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Ericsson retreats from hardware with 5G Advanced launch

Light Reading

Ericsson intends to introduce and sell new 5G features through software subscriptions rather than big hardware changes.

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Vodafone and AST SpaceMobile to open research hub in Málaga

Total Telecom

According to Vodafone, the centre will specifically focus on the design, testing and validation of new open-source hardware, software, and processing chips that can work interchangeably in both space and terrestrial networks, according to a joint press release.

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