Mateusz Brzeziński

5G Surges, 2G Fades, 6G Looms: Global Mobile Network Highlights (Sept 23–24, 2025)
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5G Surges, 2G Fades, 6G Looms: Global Mobile Network Highlights (Sept 23–24, 2025)

Global 5G connections reached 2.6 billion in Q2 2025, up 37% year-on-year, with North America leading adoption and China deploying 4.65 million 5G base stations. The Philippines is phasing out 2G and 3G networks to fight fraud, with a full 3G shutdown by September 30. Vietnam’s VNPT secured a 700 MHz license for $83 million to expand 4G/5G, while a consortium announced an 8,000 km submarine cable linking Asia-Pacific by 2028.
September 24, 2025
Wild Leaks, Big Launches & Bold Moves – Global Smartphone News Roundup (Sept 23–24, 2025)
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Wild Leaks, Big Launches & Bold Moves – Global Smartphone News Roundup (Sept 23–24, 2025)

Apple is building all iPhone 17 models in India for the first time, shifting production from China. Early tests show the new iPhone Air survives bend and scratch trials. Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra will use in-house M14 OLED panels and may feature a privacy display. Google’s Pixel 10 series launched in August, expanding AI photo editing to all Android users.
September 24, 2025
Fatal Outage Sparks Outcry, 6G “Avengers” Assemble & Telecom CEO Shake-Up – Global GSM News (Sept 22–23, 2025)

Fatal Outage Sparks Outcry, 6G “Avengers” Assemble & Telecom CEO Shake-Up – Global GSM News (Sept 22–23, 2025)

Verizon launched a 6G Innovation Forum with Ericsson, Nokia, Samsung, Qualcomm, and Meta to shape next-generation wireless. Vodafone–Three UK signed a £2 billion network upgrade deal with Nokia and Ericsson, phasing out Huawei and Samsung equipment. T-Mobile US named Srini Gopalan as incoming CEO. Australia’s Optus faces investigations after a 13-hour outage disrupted emergency calls and was linked to several deaths.
September 23, 2025
Mobile Tech Madness: iPhone Frenzy, Shocking Leaks & a Foldable Surprise (Sept 22–23, 2025)
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Mobile Tech Madness: iPhone Frenzy, Shocking Leaks & a Foldable Surprise (Sept 22–23, 2025)

Apple’s iPhone 17 series saw record demand, with launch-day crowds in China and pre-orders surpassing last year. Samsung began rolling out its Android 16 update early to Galaxy S24 and foldables. Huawei reclaimed the top spot in China’s phone market after launching its first 5G chip in years. Vodafone–Three announced an £11 billion UK network upgrade using Nokia and Ericsson equipment.
September 23, 2025
Wireless World in Upheaval: 5G Mega-Deals, 6G Breakthroughs & Outages Mark a Pivotal Week
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Wireless World in Upheaval: 5G Mega-Deals, 6G Breakthroughs & Outages Mark a Pivotal Week

VodafoneThree UK awarded a £2 billion ($2.7 billion) 5G contract to Ericsson and Nokia, with Ericsson as primary vendor. In Australia, a 13-hour Optus outage linked to four deaths drew government condemnation and a CEO apology. T-Mobile US completed its $4.4 billion acquisition of UScellular, absorbing customers and spectrum. China Mobile reported 6G prototype speeds of 280 Gbps, but experts say commercial use is years away.
September 22, 2025
Mobile Tech Mayhem: Shocking Smartphone Launches, Leaks & Industry Upheavals (Sept 21–22, 2025)
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Mobile Tech Mayhem: Shocking Smartphone Launches, Leaks & Industry Upheavals (Sept 21–22, 2025)

Apple’s iPhone 17 launch drew record crowds in China, with preorders surpassing last year’s levels and analysts predicting an 11% increase in Apple’s H2 shipments. Samsung began rolling out its Android 16 update early to Galaxy foldables, adding new AI camera features. Huawei reclaimed the top smartphone spot in China after debuting its first in-house 5G chip. VodafoneThree picked Ericsson and Nokia as main 5G partners for its £11 billion UK network plan.
September 22, 2025
Global Mobile Internet Upheaval: Outages, 5G Power Plays & 6G Breakthroughs (Sept 20–21, 2025)
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Global Mobile Internet Upheaval: Outages, 5G Power Plays & 6G Breakthroughs (Sept 20–21, 2025)

A 10-hour Optus outage in Australia blocked emergency calls and was linked to three deaths, prompting a government investigation. T-Mobile US completed its $4.4 billion acquisition of UScellular, aiming to finish integration in two years. China Mobile’s 6G prototype hit 280 Gbps in tests, but experts say commercial use is years away. Virgin Media O2’s 5G Standalone network now covers 70% of the UK population.
September 21, 2025
Mobile Mania: iPhone 17 Frenzy, Huawei’s Bold Comeback & More Shocking Phone News
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Mobile Mania: iPhone 17 Frenzy, Huawei’s Bold Comeback & More Shocking Phone News

Apple boosted iPhone 17 base model production by 30% after strong pre-orders and crowds at global store launches on Sept. 19, with 300 lining up in Beijing. Huawei debuted its Nova 14 series in Paris on Sept. 20, its first international launch in years, and Xiaomi will skip “16” to launch its Xiaomi 17 lineup this month, featuring Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip.
September 21, 2025
Global GSM Internet Shake-Up: 5G+ Debuts, Tower Mega-Deal & Stratospheric Trials Rock 48 Hours
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Global GSM Internet Shake-Up: 5G+ Debuts, Tower Mega-Deal & Stratospheric Trials Rock 48 Hours

UAE telecom operator du launched “5G+” service, doubling mobile speeds and cutting latency nationwide. Vodafone and Digi agreed to split Telekom Romania Mobile in a €70 million deal, with OTE Group selling its Romanian unit. Germany’s Deutsche Bahn and Nokia activated the world’s first 5G-based railway communication system on a Saxony test route. Oman Towers Company finalized a majority stake sale to Brookfield Asset Management.
September 20, 2025
Smartphone Showdown: iPhone 17 Frenzy, Huawei’s Comeback & Other Mobile Bombshells (Sept 19–20, 2025)
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Smartphone Showdown: iPhone 17 Frenzy, Huawei’s Comeback & Other Mobile Bombshells (Sept 19–20, 2025)

Apple’s iPhone 17 launched worldwide Sept 19, drawing large crowds and strong demand, especially in China. Huawei countered with a global release of its Nova 14 and new smartwatches the same day. Xiaomi announced it will skip its “16” series and launch the Xiaomi 17 this month, featuring Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip. Global smartphone output rose to 300 million units in Q2 2025, up 5% year-on-year.
September 20, 2025
Shockwaves in 5G: SpaceX’s $17 Billion Spectrum Coup, EU Nixes ‘Big Tech Tax’, Trump’s 5G Surprise
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Shockwaves in 5G: SpaceX’s $17 Billion Spectrum Coup, EU Nixes ‘Big Tech Tax’, Trump’s 5G Surprise

SpaceX agreed to buy $17 billion in wireless spectrum licenses from EchoStar to expand Starlink’s 5G services. U.S. regulators ended a probe into EchoStar’s 5G rollout after this deal and a related $23 billion sale to AT&T. The UK launched its largest 5G spectrum auction, while Turkey set October 16 for its own 5G auction. Malaysia’s U Mobile activated a second 5G network, and Vodafone Idea expanded 5G in India.
September 19, 2025
iPhone 17 Frenzy, Foldable Delays & AI Surprises – The Ultimate Mobile Roundup (Sept 18–19, 2025)
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iPhone 17 Frenzy, Foldable Delays & AI Surprises – The Ultimate Mobile Roundup (Sept 18–19, 2025)

Apple’s iPhone 17 launch drew large crowds in China, with strong demand for the Pro Max model despite a ¥9,999 price tag. Samsung delayed its tri-fold Galaxy phone and XR headset to October, while rolling out the One UI 8 update with new AI features. Chinese brands Realme, Xiaomi, and Huawei unveiled new value phones and wearables. U.S. lawmakers called for probes into Chinese phone data security as EU device lifespan rules take effect in 2025.
September 19, 2025
Global GSM Revolution: 5G Breakthroughs, 6G Horizons & Bold Moves This Week
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Global GSM Revolution: 5G Breakthroughs, 6G Horizons & Bold Moves This Week

Kuwait launched a nationwide 5G-Advanced network with Huawei, delivering speeds up to 10 times faster than previous 5G. Virgin Media O2 expanded 5G Standalone coverage to 500 UK towns and cities, reaching over 70% of the population. Orange France will shut down 2G by end-2026 and 3G by 2028. The UK’s Ofcom opened applications for a major mmWave 5G spectrum auction.
September 18, 2025
Smartphone Shake-Up: Apple’s Awe-Dropping iPhone 17, Samsung’s Surprises, Xiaomi’s Bold Moves, and More
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Smartphone Shake-Up: Apple’s Awe-Dropping iPhone 17, Samsung’s Surprises, Xiaomi’s Bold Moves, and More

Apple’s iPhone 17 pre-orders on JD.com in China have surpassed last year’s launch, indicating strong early demand. Samsung launched the Galaxy S25 FE in India at ₹59,999 and began rolling out One UI 8. Xiaomi will skip to the Xiaomi 17 series, featuring a “Magic Back Screen,” while Huawei unveiled a new tri-fold foldable. Global smartphone sales are projected to rise about 1% in 2025.
September 18, 2025
Global GSM Internet Frenzy: 5G Milestones, 6G Speed Records & Satellite Mega-Deals Rock 48 Hours
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Global GSM Internet Frenzy: 5G Milestones, 6G Speed Records & Satellite Mega-Deals Rock 48 Hours

Virgin Media O2 activated 5G Standalone in 500 UK towns and cities, reaching about 70% of the population in the country’s largest SA rollout. EchoStar sold $40 billion in 5G spectrum to AT&T and SpaceX, exiting its 5G operator plans. China Mobile’s 6G prototype hit 280 Gbps in tests. Fiji launched its first 5G networks in major cities.
September 17, 2025
iPhone 17 Frenzy, Samsung’s Surprise Launch, Xiaomi’s Bold Gamble – Mobile News Roundup (Sept 16–17, 2025)
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iPhone 17 Frenzy, Samsung’s Surprise Launch, Xiaomi’s Bold Gamble – Mobile News Roundup (Sept 16–17, 2025)

Early iPhone 17 pre-orders in China on JD.com have surpassed last year’s iPhone 16 levels, as Apple began shipping the new lineup and rolled out iOS 26 with major design and AI updates. Samsung launched the Galaxy S25 FE in India at ₹59,999 and started rolling out its One UI 8 update. Xiaomi confirmed its Xiaomi 17 series will skip “16” to compete directly with iPhone 17, featuring a secondary rear display.
September 17, 2025
Global GSM Internet Shake-Up: 6G Breakthroughs, Satellite Pacts & 5G Milestones Rock 48 Hours
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Global GSM Internet Shake-Up: 6G Breakthroughs, Satellite Pacts & 5G Milestones Rock 48 Hours

Virgin Media O2 activated 5G Standalone in 500 UK towns, now covering 70% of the population and spending £2 million daily on upgrades. Fiji launched its first 5G networks in Suva and Nadi. China Mobile’s 6G test hit 280 Gbps, 14 times faster than 5G. Bouygues Telecom confirmed a breach exposing data of 6.4 million customers; Orange SA also suffered a major data leak.
September 16, 2025
iPhone 17 Frenzy, Android 16 Rollout, Xiaomi’s Surprise Rear Screen – Mobile News Roundup (Sept 15–16, 2025)
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iPhone 17 Frenzy, Android 16 Rollout, Xiaomi’s Surprise Rear Screen – Mobile News Roundup (Sept 15–16, 2025)

Apple’s early iPhone 17 pre-orders are outpacing last year’s model, with production up 25% and the Pro Max version seeing a 60% output jump. Apple released iOS 26 on Sept. 15, featuring a major interface redesign and new on-device AI tools. Samsung began rolling out Android 16 on its Galaxy S25 series the same day. Xiaomi confirmed its 17 Pro series with a rear display launches Sept. 26 in China.
September 16, 2025
GSM Internet Frenzy: 48 Hours of Blazing 6G Trials, 5G Power Plays & IoT Innovations (Sept 14–15, 2025)
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GSM Internet Frenzy: 48 Hours of Blazing 6G Trials, 5G Power Plays & IoT Innovations (Sept 14–15, 2025)

GSMA reports 3.1 billion people remain offline despite mobile internet coverage, citing device cost and digital skills as key barriers. China Mobile’s 6G trial reached 280 Gbps, 14 times faster than 5G. Space42 and Viasat launched a venture to bring direct-to-device satellite broadband to 160+ markets within three years. Israel awarded 5G licenses to three operators, triggering aggressive data plan competition.
September 15, 2025
Mobile Mayhem: Inside 48 Hours of Smartphone Shake-Ups (Sept 14–15, 2025)
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Mobile Mayhem: Inside 48 Hours of Smartphone Shake-Ups (Sept 14–15, 2025)

Apple’s iPhone 17 pre-orders opened Sept 12, with delivery delays for several models stretching into October. Samsung began rolling out Android 16-based One UI 8 to Galaxy S25 phones Sept 15. Google paused its new Pixel 10 Daily Hub after negative feedback and issued a fix for a display glitch. Xiaomi will skip “16” and launch its Xiaomi 17 series later this month.
September 15, 2025
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