Welcome and Introduction
- Will Townsend welcomes listeners to episode 201 of the G2 on 5G podcast.
- Introduction of fellow analyst Anshel Sag.
T-Mobile's Initiative with Channel Partners
- Discussion on T-Mobile's collaboration with Ingram Micro and Tech Data Synnex.
- Introduction of the Partner Plus program to subsidize 5G connected PCs and fixed wireless access solutions.
- Subsidies include up to $400 off PCs and up to $700 off Cradlepoint's fixed wireless access CPE products.
- Potential savings for businesses up to $1,600 per router adapter and over $400 per connected PC.
- Challenges around provisioning devices and the need for a marketing campaign to raise awareness.
5G Baseband Vulnerability at Black Hat
- Anshel Sag discusses a 5G baseband vulnerability revealed at the Black Hat security conference.
- Vulnerability allows devices to be tricked into connecting to fake cell towers, enabling phishing attacks.
- Researchers created a tool called 5G Base Checker to identify vulnerabilities in various phones.
- Companies like Samsung and Google have patched these flaws, while MediaTek and Qualcomm have yet to respond.
Nokia and Swisscom's Drone Partnership
- Will Townsend talks about Nokia's partnership with Swisscom for drone emergency response and industrial use cases.
- Nokia has prepared 300 "drone in a box" units for public safety and infrastructure inspections.
- Discussion on the broader applications of drones in industries like window washing.
Vodafone UK's 5G Standalone Service
- Anshel Sag highlights Vodafone UK's launch of 5G standalone service for enterprises.
- Research indicates 39% of UK companies are ready to invest in 5G standalone.
- Vodafone's 5G Ultra service promises lower latency, more reliability, and better battery life.
- Examples of network slicing applications include ITN, UK Power Networks, and gaming.
China's Entry into the LEO Satellite Space Race
- Will Townsend discusses China's recent entry into the low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite space race.
- China aims to launch 108 satellites this year and 15,000 by 2030 for global network coverage.
- Discussion on the potential impact and competitiveness of China's LEO satellite initiative.
Pentagon's 5G Applications for Defense
- Anshel Sag talks about the Pentagon's use of 5G for enhancing warfighting capabilities.
- Deployment of Anduril-made towers using tactical radios for high-resolution video security in Africa.
- Future G's role in advancing 5G and transitioning to 6G for the US Department of Defense.
Conclusion
- Will Townsend and Anshel Sag wrap up the episode.
- Invitation for listeners to provide insights on future 5G topics.
- Contact information: Will Townsend (@willtowntech) and Anshel Sag (@anshelsag).
- Encouragement to tune in next week.
