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Chinese telecoms announced the launch of new mobile services using 5G starting Friday, November 1. While discussions between Beijing and Washington remain tense, this inauguration should make China's largest 5G network in the world.
The Chinese authorities plan to install 50,000 base stations (transmitting antennas) in 50 cities by the end of the year.
China accelerates on 5G
According to Sanford C. Bernstein analysts, " China will have the largest 5G commercial network in the world on Friday, and the scale of this network and the price of its 5G services will have a decisive impact throughout the chain. 'supply '.Mobile plans using 5G must be available at prices between 128 yuan per month (about 16 euros) and 598 yuan per month (about 76 euros). These are prices comparable to those in South Korea, one of the first countries to have a 5G network.
Reuters said Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Hangzhou are already covered by the 5G network. With the thousands of stations coming, it is a clear acceleration on the part of the Chinese leaders decided, as a result of US sanctions against Huawei.
According to Jefferies' analysis, China is expected to have 110 million 5G subscribers by 2020. Huawei and Xiaomi brands have already positioned themselves: Xiaomi has already announced plans to launch at least 10 smartphones compatible with 5G.
Source: Reuters
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