Mobile World Congress

Folding phones, funding and the metaverse on agenda at top telecoms jamboree

Connectivity seen as key to deliver the highway for out increasingly data-intense societies

Thu Mar 09 2023 - 01:00

Big Tech ‘fair share’ debate set to dominate Barcelona mobile event

Content providers warn EU’s so-called ‘traffic tax’ could see them route services via internet service providers outside the bloc

Mon Feb 27 2023 - 09:24

KillBiller firm shifts focus

Now it’s about using Edgetier’s data to help mobile operators manage and understand customers better

Thu Feb 25 2016 - 05:30

Stripe to help start-ups set up in US for $500 without red tape

New Stripe Atlas service aims to streamline the costs and administrative burden of incorporating in the US

Wed Feb 24 2016 - 17:10

World Mobile Congress hears of new era of truly smart car

Deals in Barcelona include Eir taking on Asavie’s connectivity platform

Wed Feb 24 2016 - 01:00

Cantillon: Sony in-ear device might just be too helpful

Xperia Ear tells you about meetings, calls and messages but could be one voice too many

Tue Feb 23 2016 - 01:00

Mobile World Congress dominated by plans for 5G networks

Nokia, Ericsson and Intel among firms describe how faster networks will change the landscape

Tue Feb 23 2016 - 01:00

Ford seeks to take a lead as car firms commute to tech world

Carmakers are becoming a familiar sight at tech shows with the likes of gesture control now featuring in production cars

Mon Feb 22 2016 - 16:44

PayPal outlines ‘new money’ plans

Firm unveils new partnerships, apps as it moves to make money more accessible

Mon Feb 22 2016 - 14:01

Druid Software helps mobile roaming take flight

Wicklow firm involved in development of 3G platform used by Panasonic’s AeroMobile

Mon Feb 22 2016 - 12:59

Ericsson, Nokia offer contrasting timelines for 5G network upgrades

Differing views come as analysts cast doubt on whether operators are prepared to commit to massive capital spending for 5G

Mon Feb 22 2016 - 12:36

Sony unveils virtual assistant at Mobile World Congress

Bluetooth earbud will keep you up to date with everything from missed calls to news

Mon Feb 22 2016 - 09:52

Virtual reality rules ahead of Mobile World Congress

Virtual reality, 360 cameras and hybrids shown before Barcelona show opens

Mon Feb 22 2016 - 01:00

Mobile World Congress: Zuckerberg endorses Samsung

Facebook chief takes to stage to reveal reason social media company backing Samsung

Sun Feb 21 2016 - 20:20

Huawei launches MateBook two-in-one laptop and tablet

Device aims to take on iPad Pro and Microsoft’s Surface in fast-growing sector

Sun Feb 21 2016 - 17:14

Mobile World Congress: LG unveils eagerly awaited G5 device

Handset designed to add components: digital to analogue converter to boost audio quality

Sun Feb 21 2016 - 16:56

Wearable tech, virtual reality and 5G centre stage at Mobile World Congress

Mobile convention has evolved to include everything from home tech to health and fitness

Thu Feb 18 2016 - 07:00