Telecommunications

Telcos in China, as in other markets, are feeling the squeeze from shifting consumer habits.

But its carrier business recorded 1.3% negative growth.

China plans to commercialize 5G in 2020.

Samsung Electronics executive DJ Koh told shareholders Wednesday that its new Galaxy flagship smartphones are selling well in China, which he believes will boost its overall position in the world̵

as the country’s high-tech poster child Huawei faces increasing pressures from the United States and its allies.

Despite Huawei’s own optimistic 2019 market outlook, industry analyst said the company is facing an uphill battle.

PLDT, the largest telco and internet provider in the Philippines, explained its pragmatic approach to dealing with the possible security risks that come with upgrading telecoms infrastructure to 5G. C

The next wave of upgrades to 5G-capable phones might bring some relief.