The 6G Podcast by Moor Insights & Strategy
The 6G Podcast by Moor Insights & Strategy features analysts Anshel Sag and Mike Dano discussing the latest developments in the 6G industry. Each episode covers inside information, trends, and analysis on the future of wireless technology beyond 5G. The hosts share insights from their research and conversations with industry players. It is aimed at listeners following telecom, networking, and mobile innovation.
Episodes
Apple’s C2 mmWave Modem, 4 GHz Spectrum Push, Snap SPECS 5G, and Verizon’s 6G Forum
In episode 259 of the 6G Podcast, analysts Anshel Sag and Mike Dano discuss Sag’s travel and key takeaways from Apple’s event, including the foldable iPhone Duo, A20 Pro silicon, and Apple’s new C2 modem as its first millimeter-wave modem (US-only), plus Release 18/5G-Advanced features like uplink MIMO and updated modem architecture; Sag also notes new watches using a 5G RedCap modem. Dano covers
Slicing the Spectrum — From Vodafone's SuperMobile to Space RAN & Robo-Taxis
In this episode of The 6G Podcast, Anshel Sag and Mike Dano break down the latest shifts across 5G Standalone deployments, spectrum efficiency milestones, non-terrestrial networks, and the intersection of 6G with autonomous vehicles.Topics Covered:Vodafone Three’s "SuperMobile" Slicing Launch:Anshel and Mike discuss Vodafone Three UK’s new network slicing tier offering guaranteed minimum throughpu
Qualcomm’s 6G Leadership Day, AI-Native Networks, ISAC Demos, FWA Performance, Starlink’s Terrestrial Ambitions, and Apple Foldable Rumors
Anshel Sag and Mike Dano return for episode 257 of the 6G Podcast and recap Sag’s visit to Qualcomm’s 6G event, highlighting Qualcomm’s view that 6G standards will remain global, real ISAC drone/car sensing demos, Giga-MIMO results (up to 16 Gbps downlink), a push for 400 MHz bandwidth, and an “AI-native” 6G approach including a compute card for the RAN while arguing GPUs aren’t required. Dano sum
Samsung Fold8 Unpacked, Starlink Brazil Data, Nokia AI-RAN, and 5G Earnings Season
In episode 256 of the 6G Podcast, Anshel Sag and Mike Dano discuss Samsung Unpacked in London, including the Fold8 and Fold8 Ultra on Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, the Watch9’s first use of a non-Samsung chip, improved Gemini performance, silicon-carbon battery gains, and Samsung’s expanded three-tier foldable lineup. Dano summarizes an Ookla report on Starlink in Brazil, where Starlink is the 13th-la
T-Mobile Leadership Shakeup, Telstra Outage Fallout, and SpaceX’s 100,000-Satellite FCC Filing
Episode 255 of the 6G Podcast features Anshel Sag and Mike Dano discussing major 5G/6G and satellite developments. They cover Verizon’s standalone 5G winning BMW telematics business via KDDI, highlighting shifting connected-car partnerships and growing connectivity demands for autonomy and V2X. The biggest news is T-Mobile’s leadership reshuffle under incoming CEO Srini Gopalan, expanding John Saw
T-Mobile Plan Hikes, Upper C-Band Auction Timing, and D2D Spectrum Battles
In episode 254 of the 6G podcast, Anshel Sag and Mike Danow discuss major telecom and space-industry developments. Sag covers T-Mobile forcing customers off older plans with roughly $4-per-line increases and potential competitive fallout, plus a Verizon–BT 50/50 joint venture combining international enterprise operations serving 3,000 customers in 180 countries with about $4B in revenue, and renew
The 6G Podcast - World Cup's Tech Innovations, 6G Standards Timeline, Spectrum Auction Insights, Space Industry Dynamics, Regional Carrier Challenges, and T-Mobile's MIMO Advances
Anshel Sag and Mike Dano open episode 253 of the 6G Podcast and discuss World Cup stadium technology, including Lenovo’s FIFA partnership, referee camera headsets using 5G mmWave, Eagle Eye camera systems for offsides/goal-line decisions, 3D player avatars, digital ticketing, and Ookla findings that Mercedes-Benz Stadium leads in connectivity with no major issues so far. They review updates from t
6G Podcast: Huawei 14A Claims, Network X 6G Spectrum Sharing, StarCloud-SpaceX, SpaceX IPO Numbers, AT&T Build a Plan, Amazon LEO Launch
6G Podcast Ep. 252: Huawei 14A Claims, Network X 6G Spectrum Sharing, StarCloud-SpaceX, SpaceX IPO Numbers, AT&T Build a Plan, Amazon LEO LaunchIn episode 252 of the 6G podcast, analysts Anshel Sag and Mike Daniel discuss Huawei’s claim it can achieve 14A-class chip density by 2031 via “logic folding,” expressing skepticism and noting China’s stronger recent progress in memory. Mike recaps the
AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon Form D2D Satellite JV; 6G Hype Cools; Comcast Makes Wireless Top Priority
Episode 251 of the 6G Podcast features Anshel Sag and Mike Dano discussing major U.S. connectivity and infrastructure developments. They unpack AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon forming an equal-share joint venture to pool spectrum and IP for direct-to-device satellite connectivity, positioning it as a standards and onboarding interface for satellite partners while potentially hedging against Space
6G Podcast Episode 250: Nvidia–Corning Optics Expansion, NTIA Spectrum Progress, 5G FWA Uplink Gains, and Socorro Data Center Update
Episode 250 of the 6G Podcast features Anshel Sag and Mike Dano discussing key 5G/6G developments. They cover an NVIDIA–Corning partnership to expand U.S. optical manufacturing capacity tenfold with three new facilities in Texas and North Carolina and 3,000 jobs, noting AI data centers are driving fiber demand and affecting ISP buildouts. Mike recaps the WIA ConnectX show, including debate over w
The 6G Podcast - T-Mobile's Super Broadband Launch, Fiber Expansion Moves, Nokia's FWA Sale, Satellite MVNO Talks, Tech Earnings Spotlight, and AI Infrastructure Trends
T-Mobile Super Broadband, Fiber Acquisitions, Tech Earnings, and Satellite D2D Trends | 6G Podcast Ep. 249In episode 249 of the 6G Podcast, analysts Anshel Sag and Mike Dano discuss convergence across 5G, fiber, and satellite. They cover T-Mobile’s “Super Broadband,” which bundles 5G with SpaceX Starlink for primary, backup, or load-balanced connectivity using equipment from Ericsson and Inseego,
The 6G Podcast - OpenAI Smartphone Rumors, Charter’s Stock Shock & Telecom M&A, Intel–Tesla 14A, D2D Satellite Benchmarks, Verizon’s Q1 Rebound, and a New Mexico AI Data Center Fight
OpenAI Smartphone Rumors, Charter’s Stock Plunge, Intel–Tesla Foundry Boost, Direct-to-Device Satellite Benchmarks, Verizon’s Q1 Net Adds, and a Socorro AI Data Center DebateThe 6G Podcast hosts discuss rumors that OpenAI may build a smartphone with Qualcomm and MediaTek, potentially launching around 2027 and enabling tighter OS-level AI integration than Android or iOS. They review Q1 telecom earn
6G Podcast - Amazon's $11B Acquisition, Verizon & FIFA, AST SpaceMobile Launch, Ericsson's Struggles
Anshel Sag and Mike Dano open with discussion of watching a recent capsule splashdown and related footage, plus a personal connection to rocket-engine work. They then cover Amazon’s roughly $11B agreement to acquire Globalstar, maintaining Apple’s iPhone satellite emergency texting while planning an Amazon LEO direct-to-device service for mobile operators in 2028, with open questions around Apple’
The 6G Podcast - NASA's Laser Links, Family Plan Fight, Starlink’s Spectrum Hunt, AI's Network Future, In-Depth on 3GPP's 6G Vision, and Space Fab Ventures
Artemis Optical Links, 3GPP Release 21 Timeline, Bundled Fiber+Wireless Plans, and the Satellite D2D Spectrum Scramble Anshel Sag and Mike Dano discuss Artemis mission connectivity and imagery, including NASA’s Orion optical laser link (O2O) enabling 4K streams, iPhone selfies, and radiation damage to sensors, alongside brand visibility like Omega watches. They then review outcomes from a recent 3
The 6G Podcast - HP Go's European Rollout, Cable Industry Challenges, T-Mobile's 5G Baseball Breakthrough, FCC's Router Ban, Turkey's 5G Launch with Shaq, and Artemis Mission Update
HP Go Expands, Comcast Edge AI Demos, MLB ABS Challenges, FCC Router Crackdown, Turkey 5G Launch, and Artemis II Moon Mission Anshel Sag and Mike Dano discuss six developments: HP’s Imagine 2026 updates expand HP Go cellular service beyond one Qualcomm EliteBook to multiple notebook tiers and add EU activation across 23 countries, alongside a more efficient Wolf Connect modem for out-of-band secur
The 6G Podcast - Nvidia's AI Grid, Bell's AI Factory, OPPO Find N6, Spider-Man's Foldable, Fiber Land Rush, and 6G at the Olympics
Anshel Sag and Mike Dano discuss highlights from Nvidia GTC 2026, focusing on Nvidia’s “AI Grid” concept for distributed GPU compute across telecom and cloud-edge partners including AT&T, T-Mobile, Comcast, Spectrum, Cisco, and Akamai, positioned as a broader revival of edge computing beyond AI RAN. They cover Bell’s plan to invest $1.7B in a Saskatchewan AI factory/data center emphasizing Can
The 6G Podcast - Post-MWC 2026 Analysis, Qualcomm's AI Chip Launch, Nvidia-Nokia Collaboration, LA 2028 6G Predictions, and Lenovo's Innovative Devices
Post-MWC 2026: Qualcomm’s AI Wearables, Satellite Momentum, Nvidia’s RAN Push, and 6G Signals for LA 2028In a post–MWC 2026 episode of the 6G Podcast, Anshel Sag and Mike Dano recap show takeaways, including heavy Qualcomm news: Snapdragon Wear Elite for AI wearables (including a future Galaxy Watch), FastConnect 8800 Wi‑Fi 8 with quad radios and 4x4 client throughput, an AI 200 rack-scale data ce
The 6G Podcast - Microsoft-Ericsson Windows Integration, Kinetic Tokens Explained, 5G SA Battery Improvements, T-Mobile's Nvidia Partnership, Samsung's 6G Trials, and Data Center Revolution
Anshel Sag hosts episode 242 of the rebranded 6G Podcast and introduces new co-host Mike Dano (Ookla), noting the industry’s “5G lull” and a shift toward 6G discussions. They discuss 5G Americas shutting down operations after years as a spectrum- and standards-focused trade association, framing the closure as a sign of cooling 5G interest and flat-to-negative RAN sales. Anshel covers Samsung and K
The G2 on 5G - Verizon's Aggressive Pricing Strategy, T-Mobile's Formula 1 Collaboration, Nokia's Strategic Business Shift, 6G Sensing by NT Doomo, Okla's Wifi Report, and Enterprise FWA Advancements
Final Episode: Analyzing 5G, Verizon's Moves, and the Future of Telecom In episode 241 of the G2 on 5G podcast by More Insights and Strategy, hosts Will Townsend and Anshel Sag cover six pressing topics in the telecom industry. Will shares his news of leaving More Insights to start a new venture, marking the end of the podcast. The episode starts with a discussion on Verizon's aggressive price cut
The G2 on 5G - T-Mobile's Edge Control Launch, Nvidia-Nokia $1B Partnership, All-American AI RAN Stack, Samsung-SoftBank 6G MOU, 5G Defense in Europe, and Verizon's Fiber Expansion
Welcome and Introduction- Will Townsend welcomes Anshel Sag to episode 240 of G2 on 5G.- Coverage of six topics spanning 5G and 6G developments.T-Mobile's Edge Control Solution- Launch of Edge Control at fourth annual Innovate Awards.- Combines 5G advanced network with local breakout for private-like cellular experience.- Zero on-premise infrastructure requirement distinguishes this solution.- Str
The G2 on 5G: AT&T's 5G SA Milestone, Intel's 18A Advancements, Vodafone's LEO Hub, Verizon's Starry Acquisition and CEO Shakeup, and AI's 5G Impact
Welcome and Introduction- Will Townsend and Anshel Sag discuss the latest insights on 5G and 6G technologies.- Episode 239 of G2 on 5G, covering six topics in about 20 minutes.AT&T's 5G Standalone Deployment- AT&T declares nationwide 5G standalone deployment on October 8th.- Milestone achievement matching RAN and 5G core infrastructure.- Predictions of innovative services, especially in ne
The G2 on 5G Podcast: AST SpaceMobile's 4G Call, Qualcomm's New SoCs, T-Mobile's Satellite Apps, MediaTek's Dimensity 9500, China's Infrastructure Blocks, and Arm vs. Qualcomm Legal Battle
Welcome and Introduction- Will Townsend hosts episode 238 of G2 on 5G with analyst Anshel Sag- Podcast covers six 5G and 6G topics in about 20 minutesAST SpaceMobile's Breakthrough- Conducted first space-based 4G VoLTE call with Bell Canada- Includes voice, broadband data, and video streaming capabilities- Paves way for production and monetizationQualcomm Snapdragon Summit Highlights- Launch of tw
The G2 on 5G: Mavenir's AI Pivot, Intel-Nvidia Alliance, Meta's Smart Glasses, VoNR in Spain, NATO's 5G Military Push, and EchoStar's Spectrum Selloff
Welcome and Introduction- Will Townsend and Anshel Sag host episode 237 of G2 on 5G- Brief baseball discussion about the Astros and PadresMavenir's AI Strategy- Mavenir CEO's focus on agentic AI to revitalize the company- Discussion on potential replacement of OSS with AI- Skepticism about the extent of AI's role in network operationsIntel and Nvidia Partnership- Announcement of Intel and Nvidia's
The G2 on 5G Podcast: Reliance IPO, Apple's iPhone Lineup, Ericsson's AI Framework, SpaceX Spectrum Buy, T-Mobile's CBRS Shift, and Olympic Connectivity
Welcome and Introduction- Will Townsend welcomes Anshel Sag to episode 236 of G2 on 5G- Overview of the podcast format: six topics covered in about 20 minutesReliance's Upcoming IPO- Reliance preparing for a massive IPO in early 2026- Aiming to raise $6 billion, potentially valuing the company at $112 billion- Discussion on Reliance's network infrastructure and subscriber base- Analysis of the IPO
The G2 on 5G: T-Mobile Innovations, AT&T Spectrum Deal, Swedish AI, Apple Event, Nokia's IP Battle, and Pixel 10 Features
Welcome and Introduction- Will Townsend and Anshel Sag host episode 235 of G2 on 5G- Coverage of six topics in about 20 minutesT-Mobile Innovation Summit and Executive Changes- T-Mobile's Innovation Summit and analyst forum in Bellevue- Executive changes: Ulf Ewoldson replacing Neville Ray, Callie Field departing- Introduction of Super Mobile for enterprisesAT&T's Spectrum Acquisition from Dis
The G2 on 5G Podcast: Deutsche Telekom's AI Gigafactory, Reliance's 5G Slices, T-Mobile's Water IoT, AST's Global Spectrum, Celona's Airflux, and Wi-Fi 7 Travel Routers
Welcome and Introduction- Anshel Sag and Will Townsend host episode 234 of G2 on 5G- Podcast covers six topics in about 20 minutes, focusing on 5G and 6G insightsDeutsche Telekom's AI Gigafactory Plans- Plans to build an AI Gigafactory by 2026- Partnership with Nvidia and Brookfield- Discussion on potential success and edge AI applicationsReliance Jio's 5G Network Slices in India- Launch of 10 new
The G2 on 5G: Telefonica's Huawei Shift, Dish's Default Dance, Nokia's Subsea Surge, Wi-Fi 8's Enterprise Edge, AT&T's Open RAN Milestone, and Samsung's Foldable Frenzy
Welcome and Introduction- Will Townsend and Anshel Sag host Episode 233 of the G2 on 5G podcast- Overview of six topics covered in about 20 minutesTelefonica's Strategic Infrastructure Decisions- Phasing out Huawei in Spain and Germany, but not in Brazil- Discussion on regulatory environments and cost considerations- Implications for mobile network security and operationsEchoStar, Dish, and Boost
The G2 on 5G Podcast: AT&T/T-Mobile Earnings, Satellite Race Updates, Microsoft's 5G Laptop, Florida Keys Connectivity, T-Mobile's L4S Tech, and Charter/Comcast MVNO Deal
Welcome and Introduction- Will Townsend hosts episode 232 of G2 on 5G, covering six topics in about 20 minutes- Analyst Anshel Sag joins as co-hostEarnings Season Updates- AT&T and T-Mobile post strong quarterly results- AT&T reaches 1 million fixed wireless access subscribers- T-Mobile reports impressive postpaid net adds and revenue growthLow Earth Orbit Satellite Race- T-Mobile's T-Sate
The G2 on 5G Podcast Standalone Edition: Zscaler's Cellular Innovation, IoT Protection, Worldwide Connectivity, Business Use Cases, Consumer Possibilities, and Imminent Release
Welcome and Introduction- Will Townsend hosts a special standalone edition of G2 on 5G- Guests Nathan Howe and Ken Urquhart from Zscaler join the podcastZscaler Cellular Overview- Nathan explains Zscaler Cellular as the next evolution in connecting customers to Zero Trust Exchange- Enables cellular devices to connect directly to Zscaler customer policy- Provides zero trust controls and protection
The G2 on 5G Podcast: AT&T's Autonomous Networks, Spectrum Bill, Orange's vRAN, Trump's Conference Call Criticism, LG's Private 5G Factory, and T-Mobile's Florida Expansion
Welcome and Introduction- Will Townsend and Anshel Sag host episode 230 of G2 on 5G- Podcast covers six topics in about 20 minutesAT&T's Autonomous Networks- Will discusses fireside chat with AT&T's network CTO Igal Abez- Focus on AT&T's contributions to TM Forum's autonomous networks initiative- Exploration of generative and agentic AI for network automationThe "Big Beautiful Bill" an
The G2 on 5G: HPE's Private 5G Push, 3GPP Release 20, T-Mobile's Satellite Launch, AST's Defense Demo, EchoStar's Debt Dance, and 6G's AI Future
Welcome and Introduction- Will Townsend hosts episode 229 of GTO and 5G podcast- Anshel Sag joins as fellow analystHPE Aruba Networking's Private 5G Partner Program- HPE's acquisition of Athonet and turnkey private 5G solution- New competency program to train channel partners on cellular technology- Focus on operational technology environments3GPP Release 20 and the Path to 6G- Release 20 as a pri
The G2 on 5G: Trump Mobile's Gold Service, Satellite Connectivity Tests, AST-Vodafone in India, T-Mobile's WPGA Tech, Nokia's Network Fabric, and 6G Developments
Trump Mobile's Gold 5G Service Launch- Discussion of Trump Mobile's new 5G service offering- Pricing strategy and planned device offerings- Analysis of the service as an MVNO using major carrier networks- Skepticism about the value proposition and potential legal issuesSatellite Connectivity Testing- Anshel Sag's experience testing satellite services during a camping trip- Comparison of T-Mobile,
The G2 on 5G Podcast: Nokia's Drone Consortium, T-Mobile's Sail GP Innovation, AT&T's Fiber Milestone, Nvidia's European AI Push, New Zealand's Private 5G, and Spectrum Bill Debate
Welcome and 5th Anniversary Celebration- Will Townsend and Anshel Sag mark the 5th anniversary of their podcast- Discussion on the podcast's evolution alongside 5G and 6G technologiesNokia's Leadership in Drone and Robotics Consortium- Nokia spearheads a new European Union initiative named Proactive- Project aims to redefine emergency management and critical infrastructure- Projected revenue of 90
G2 on 5G Podcast Episode 226 - Standalone Edition - NTT DATA's Shahid Ahmed - Private 5G And More
Welcome and Introduction- Will Townsend welcomes Shahid Ahmed, who leads NTT DATA's private 5G initiatives- Discussion of Shahid's role in New Ventures and Innovation at NTT DATAPrivate 5G Momentum in 2025- Identification of 2025 as a pivotal year for private cellular and 5G adoption- Three major forces driving demand: device availability, spectrum allocation, and improved economicsDevice Ecosyste
The G2 on 5G Podcast: AT&T's Fiber Expansion, Trump's Spectrum Push, Apple's 6G Plans, AWS Exits Private 5G, Upper 12 GHz for Satellites, and Xiaomi's New SoC
Welcome and Milestone- Will Townsend and Anshel Sag discuss the upcoming 5-year anniversary of their podcast.- Reflection on the longevity of their roles as analysts.AT&T's Fiber Expansion- AT&T acquires Lumen's fiber portion for nearly $6 billion.- Expansion adds over 4 million consumer locations, primarily on the West Coast.- AT&T's goal to reach 60 million locations by 2030.Spectrum
The G2 on 5G: AST's Consumer Satellite, EchoStar's FCC Probe, MWC Vegas Pivot, T-Mobile's Network Dominance, Carrier Security Partnerships, and Xiaomi's SoC Debut
Welcome and Introduction- Will Townsend and Anshel Sag return for Episode 224 of "The G2 on 5G"- Overview of six topics covered in about 20 minutesAST Space Mobile's New Consumer Satellite Service- Announcement of beta service by end of year, commercial service in 2026- Potential offerings: text, internet data, video conferencing- Shift from middleware approach to direct consumer serviceEchoStar F
The G2 on 5G: MNO Earnings, T-Mobile's 5G Advanced, AT&T's FWA Boost, Motorola's Razr Revival, Ericsson's Mining 5G, and Verizon's First Responder Slice
Welcome and Introduction- Will Townsend and Anshel Sag host episode 223 of G2 on 5G- Anshel joins from New York after attending Motorola launch eventQ1 Earnings for Major U.S. Mobile Network Operators- AT&T reports strong performance in fiber and mobility investments- T-Mobile experiences subscriber growth miss despite solid revenue- Verizon records strong earnings but faces subscriber lossT-M
The G2 on 5G: T-Mobile's 6G Tests, Google's Pixel 9a, Vodafone's IoT Milestone, RedCap Collaboration, AT&T's FirstNet Satellite Trials, and MediaTek's New Chips
Welcome and Introduction- Will Townsend introduces episode 222 of G2 on 5G- Anshel Sag joins as fellow analyst- Recording from Florida locationT-Mobile's 6G Equipment Testing- FCC grants T-Mobile request to test experimental prototype wireless equipment- Testing near Bellevue, Washington headquarters- Spectrum band in 7 GHz to 8.4 GHz range- Potential for 10-20 times more capacity and higher data
The G2 on 5G Podcast: Celona's AT&T Deal, HP GO, Dallas Cowboys' Cybersecurity, Lilo & Stitch 5G, T-Mobile's Network Security, and Hyundai's 5G AI Factory
Welcome and Introduction- Will Townsend and Anshel Sag discuss the latest insights on 5G technology.- Episode 221 of G2 on 5G, covering six topics in about 20 minutes.AT&T and Celona Partnership for Neutral Host- Announcement of AT&T and Celona collaboration for neutral host solutions.- Discussion on the viability and monetization of neutral host technology.- Stanford Healthcare highlighte
The G2 on 5G: Verizon's AI Assistant, Sateliot's Funding, Nvidia's 6G Push, T-Mobile's Spectrum Swap, SoftBank's Telco LLM, and Ampere Acquisition
Welcome and Episode Overview- Will Townsend hosts episode 220 of G2 on 5G- Anshel Sag joins as fellow analyst- Discussion of latest 5G and 6G developmentsVerizon's AI Assistant for Small Businesses- Launch of Verizon Business Assistant for customer interactions- Text-based chatbot to automate and improve engagement- Potential for retention and customer stickinessSateliot's Funding and Satellite Te
The G2 on 5G Podcast: T-Mobile's 5G Advance Plans, Intel's New CEO, Broadcom's Velosky Appliance, Vodafone's AI Energy Savings, Qualcomm's Edge Impulse Acquisition, and Viasat's Satellite Partnership
In this 219th episode of The G2 on 5G, we cover:1. T-Mobile's plans for 5G Advanced in the United States2. Intel appoints Lip-Bu Tan as permanent CEO3. Broadcom's Velosky converged 5G fiber and satellite appliance4. Vodafone UK and Ericsson use AI to reduce 5G network energy consumption5. Qualcomm acquires Edge Impulse to boost IoT capabilities6. Viasat and Space42 partner on direct-to-device sate
The G2 on 5G Podcast: AST SpaceMobile's Vodafone Venture, Qualcomm & MediaTek's 5G Modems, Open Telecom AI Platform, T-Mobile's XR Trials, Palo Alto's 5G Security, and MWC Device Innovations
Mobile World Congress Barcelona 2025 Wrap-Up- Will Townsend and Anshel Sag discuss key highlights from MWC Barcelona 2025- Overview of AST Space Mobile's joint venture with Vodafone Group called Satco- Insights on Qualcomm and MediaTek's new 5G modem announcementsAST Space Mobile and Vodafone Partnership- Joint venture Satco aims to support fragmented mobile network operators in Europe- Provides t
The G2 on 5G Podcast: Telecom AI Innovations, AT&T's Space Video Call, NTT-Palo Alto Security Partnership, Qualcomm's Dragon Wing Brand, MWC 2025 Preview, and AI's Impact on 5G Networks
Welcome and Introduction- Will Townsend introduces episode 217 of G2 on 5G- Anshel Sag joins as fellow analystTelecom AI Developments- Will's Forbes article on global mobile network operators using AI- Focus on AT&T, NTT Docomo, T-Mobile, Verizon, and Vodafone- AI improving customer support and operational efficiency- Potential to reduce subscriber churnAT&T and AST SpaceMobile Milestone-
The G2 on 5G Podcast: T-Mobile's First Responder Slice, Apple's 5G Modem Debut, Airspan's Comeback, Vodafone's Spanish 5G Push, Red Hat's Edge Partnership, and Oppo & Huawei's Foldable Innovations
Welcome and Introduction- Will Townsend welcomes Anshel Sag to episode 216 of G2 on 5G.- Overview of the podcast format: six topics covered in about 20 minutes.T-Mobile's T Priority 5G Slice for First Responders- Announcement of four new enhancements to T-Mobile's network for first responders.- New York City's exclusive use of T-Mobile's network for first responder applications.- Partnerships with
The G2 on 5G Podcast: Nokia's New CEO, T-Mobile's SpaceX Partnership, 5G RedCap in Energy, Telco Coalition vs Cable, Ericsson's Texas Network, and Orange's AI Collaboration
In this 215th episode of The G2 on 5G, we cover:1. Nokia's appointment of former Intel executive Justin Hotard as new CEO2. T-Mobile and SpaceX's satellite connectivity partnership announcement3. O2 Telefonica's 5G REDCAP trial with Germany's energy sector4. CTIA and 5G Americas coalition to challenge cable industry dominance5. Ericsson's deployment of a private cellular network across 68 Texas co
The G2 on 5G Podcast: AT&T's Fiber Expansion, Verizon's AI Connect, Ericsson's North America Growth, Vodafone's Space Video Call, Telefónica's Gen AI Platform, and T-Mobile & Apple Earnings
AT&T Earnings and Fiber Growth- AT&T reported over a million fiber adds for 2024- Conversation with Jennifer Robertson, leader of AT&T's mass markets consumer group- Discussion of AT&T guarantee, AST Space Mobile partnership, and convergence strategy- Convergence driving simplification, with 40% of customers taking advantage by end of 2024Verizon's AI Connect Platform- Announcement
The G2 on 5G Podcast: Trump's Open RAN Boost, Samsung's AI Push, Stargate AI Project, T-Mobile's First Responder Slice, Nokia's Autonomous Networks, and 5G 360 Camera Launch
Trump Administration and Open RAN- Discussion of potential boost for Open RAN deployment under a second Trump administration- Review of previous $1.5 billion earmarked for Open RAN and infrastructure investment- Emphasis on eliminating Chinese infrastructure in telecommunicationsSamsung Unpacked Event Highlights- Introduction of Samsung Galaxy S25 series with custom Snapdragon 8 Elite processor- F
The G2 on 5G Podcast: Wildfire Response, CES AI Trends, AT&T's Guarantee, T-Mobile's Ad Buy, AST's Spectrum Deal, and 5G API Venture
Welcome and Introduction- Will Townsend welcomes listeners to episode 211 of G2 on 5G.- Introduction of guest analyst Anshel Sag.Mobile Network Operator Response to Southern California Wildfires- Discussion of tragic wildfires and estimated damages.- Verizon's response:- Waiving charges for affected customers- Deploying mobile and satellite assets- Offering free charging and Wi-Fi- Donating to Ame
The G2 on 5G Podcast: Mavenir's Woes, Trump's Spectrum Plans, Rip and Replace Funding, MediaTek's Pixel Potential, 2024 Recap, and 2025 Predictions
Welcome and Introduction- Will Townsend and Anshel Sag host the final episode of G2 and 5G for 2024- Apology for delay due to travel commitments- Brief discussion on upcoming CES expectationsHot Takes on Recent News- Mavenir's ongoing challenges and executive departure- Potential Trump administration's plans for 3 GHz spectrum allocationMavenir's Struggles- John Baker's departure and its implicati
The G2 on 5G Podcast: NTT DoCoMo's 6G AI Trials, Qualcomm's IoT Strategy, Aramco's Mavenir Investment Rumors, Nokia's Financial Wins, CV2X Standardization, and RFK Jr.'s Wireless Concerns
Welcome and Introduction- Episode 209 of the G2 on 5G podcast kicks off with hosts Will Townsend and Anshel Sag.- The duo shares their recent travel experiences, highlighting their busy schedules and upcoming plans.6G Trials and AI Integration- Discussion on NTT DoCoMo and SK Telecom's pre-6G trial involving AI, with insights into the role of Nvidia and Nokia.- Exploration of AI's potential in enh
G2 on 5G Podcast: Snapdragon Summit Highlights, ARM vs. Qualcomm Dispute, AST Space Mobile's Defense Contract, iPhone 16 Sales Insights, AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon Earnings, and FirstNet's New Spectrum Allocation
Welcome and Introduction- Episode 208 of the G2 on 5G podcast kicks off with hosts Will Townsend and Anshel Sag.- Apologies for the recent absence due to extensive travel schedules.Snapdragon Summit Insights- Will Townsend shares his experience attending the Snapdragon Summit in Maui.- Focus on AI-first experiences and Qualcomm's advancements in mobility and automotive sectors.- Discussion on the
G2 on 5G Podcast: Episode 207 - AT&T's Leadership Shift, SpaceX & T-Mobile's Emergency Tech, Nokia & NTT's 5G Partnership, KT's NTN Breakthrough, Verizon's New CTO, and Apple's Upcoming 5G Modem Debut
Episode 207: G2 on 5G - Insights and UpdatesWelcome and Introduction- Hosts Will Townsend and Anshel Sag kick off the episode with a light-hearted discussion about recent baseball games, highlighting the Padres' performance and the Astros' unexpected exit.AT&T Leadership Change- Will Townsend discusses the surprising departure of Chris Sambar, AT&T's network president, after over 20 years
The G2 on 5G Podcast Standalone Edition: AT&T's Space Strategy, AST's Satellite Launch, and Bridging the Digital Divide with Chris Sambar and Abel Avellan
Welcome and Introduction- Will Townsend introduces the episode, featuring Chris Sambar, President of Networks for AT&T, and Abel Avellan, CEO of AST SpaceMobile.- The discussion kicks off with excitement about a recent rocket launch at Cape Canaveral.Rocket Launch Impressions- Chris Sambar shares his awe at witnessing a rocket launch for the first time.- Highlights the enthusiasm of AST SpaceM
G2 on 5G Episode 205: AST SpaceMobile Launch, Ericsson's Network Programmability, Verizon Layoffs, and T-Mobile's Capital Markets Day
Episode 205: G2 on 5G - Live from San FranciscoWelcome and Introduction- Hosts Will Townsend and Anshel Sag kick off episode 205 from San Francisco.- The episode features an abbreviated format with four topics, following their attendance at T-Mobile Capital Markets Day.AST Space Mobile Satellite Launch- Discussion on AST Space Mobile's successful launch of commercial satellites, known as Bluebirds
Episode 204: AT&T's Generative AI Strategy, Apple's Upcoming iPhone 16, Deutsche Telekom's 5G Standalone Plans, Inseego's Multi-Carrier FWA Router, US Rural 5G Fund Revival, and Huawei's Revenue Rebound
Welcome and Introduction- Will Townsend welcomes listeners to episode 204 of the G2 on 5G podcast.- Co-host Anshel Sag joins the discussion, and they wish everyone a happy Labor Day weekend.Labor Day Plans and Personal Updates- Anshel Sag shares his plans to attend IFA in Berlin before the upcoming Apple event.- Will Townsend talks about watching the Longhorns' home opener in Austin and his connec
The G2 on 5G Podcast - Episode 203: Nokia's 4G Spacesuits, Air Five's Hybrid 5G, Ericsson's Private Network Push, Google Pixel 9 Review, SK Telecom's AI Cloud, and China Mobile's 1 Billion Subscribers"
Welcome and Introduction- Will Townsend welcomes listeners to episode 203 of the G2 on 5G podcast.- Introduction of fellow analyst Anshel Sag.Nokia's 4G Connectivity on the Moon- Discussion on Nokia outfitting Artemis 3 lunar mission spacesuits with 4G connectivity.- Benefits of LTE network capability for astronauts, including helmet-mounted video cameras.Air Five's Converged Gateway Product- Intr
The G2 on 5G Podcast: FTC Rulings on Fake Reviews, Pixel 9 Launch, SK Telecom's AI Focus, DoD's 5G Strategy, Mobile Network Programmability, and Oracle-AT&T IoT Partnership
Episode 202: The G2 on 5G PodcastWelcome and Introduction- Will Townsend welcomes listeners to episode 202 of the G2 on 5G podcast.- Introduction of fellow analyst Anshel Sag.- Overview of the episode's structure: six topics covered in about 20 minutes.FTC Rulings on Fake Reviews and Testimonials- Discussion on recent FTC rulings prohibiting fake reviews and testimonials.- Anshel Sag provides insi
The G2 on 5G Podcast: T-Mobile's 5G Subsidy, Black Hat Vulnerability, Nokia Drones, Vodafone 5G, China's LEO
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
The G2 on 5G Podcast: Nokia-AT&T Partnership, 5G State of the Union, AI RAN vs VRAN, Super Bowl 5G Upgrades, Bolden's Private Network Expansion, and C-Band Spectrum Battle
Welcome and Introduction- Will Townsend and Anshel Sag host episode 214 of G2 and 5G podcast- Overview of six 5G topics covered in 20 minutesNokia and AT&T Partnership- Announcement of Nokia-AT&T collaboration for network automation and voice core functionality- Utilization of Nokia Cloud Platform (NCP) for streamlining network activities- Implications for AT&T's network programmabilit
The G2 on 5G Podcast: AWS vs. Nokia lawsuit, Qualcomm and T-Mobile earnings, T-Mobile's rural 5G push, Qualcomm's Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 launch, Nokia's Network as a Code update, and a global 5G standalone report.
Welcome and Introduction- Will Townsend welcomes listeners to the 200th episode of the G2 on 5G podcast.- Introduction of fellow analyst Anshel Sag.- Overview of the episode's format: six topics in about 20 minutes.AWS vs. Nokia Lawsuit- Will Townsend discusses AWS's lawsuit against Nokia over telco cloud intellectual property.- Background on Nokia's exit from the cloud platform business and partn
The G2 on 5G: T-Mobile's $5 Billion Fiber Investment, AST SpaceMobile's Satellites Are Ready, CrowdStrike's Outage, Apple's 5G Modem Shift, AT&T's Earnings, and T-Mobile for Business Awards
Welcome and Introduction- Will Townsend welcomes listeners to episode 199 of the G2 on 5G podcast.- Discussion about the upcoming milestone of episode 200 and a call for listener feedback on how to celebrate it.T-Mobile's Fiber Investment- Will Townsend discusses T-Mobile's $5 billion investment in a joint venture with KKR to purchase Metronet.- The strategic move aims to enhance T-Mobile's 5G fix
The G2 on 5G Podcast: Hurricane Beryl's Connectivity Efforts, Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked Event, Germany's 5G Rip and Replace, Boost Mobile's Rebranding, Ericsson's Vonage Challenges, and Nokia's Earnings Decline
Welcome and Introduction- Will Townsend welcomes listeners to episode 198 of the G2 on 5G podcast.- Apologies for the delay due to Will's vacation and roof construction.- Brief discussion about their Fourth of July activities.Hurricane Barrel and Disaster Communication Efforts- Will Townsend discusses Hurricane Barrel's impact on South Texas.- Highlights the efforts of AT&T, T-Mobile, and Veri
The G2 on 5G Podcast: Nokia's Infinera Deal, AT&T's RedCap Launch, FCC's Unlock Rule, India's Auction, Verizon's Spectrum Concerns, and Release 18
Episode 197: The G2 on 5G - Key HighlightsWelcome and Introduction- Will Townsend welcomes listeners to episode 197 of the G2 on 5G podcast.- Introduction of fellow analyst Anshel Sag.Nokia's Acquisition of Infinera- Will discusses Nokia's recent announcement to acquire Infinera for over $2 billion.- The acquisition aims to strengthen Nokia's optical networking and component business.- Potential b
The G2 on 5G Podcast: Microsoft's 5G Strategy Shift, Orange's Olympic Network, Global Telco AI Alliance, T-Mobile's Enterprise Wins, Telia's Forestry Drones, and Samsung's Redcap Innovations
Show Notes for Episode 196 of The G2 on 5GWelcome and Introduction- Hosts Will Townsend and Anshel Sag kick off the episode.- Anshel shares his recent experience at a Padres game and the Augmented World Expo conference.Microsoft's Shift in Telecom Strategy- Will discusses Microsoft's decision to exit the 5G application space on Azure for operators.- The focus shifts to infrastructure, similar to A
The G2 on 5G Podcast: T-Mobile's US Cellular Acquisition, Nvidia's Private 5G Network, Apple's WWDC Updates, China's 5G Claims, and Link 5G Towers Controversy
In episode 195 of The G2 on 5G, hosts Will Townsend and Anshel Sag delve into six key topics shaping the 5G landscape:1. AST SpaceMobile and Verizon Collaboration: Highlighting the extensive coverage and potential future partnerships, validating AST SpaceMobile's efforts.2. Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference: Discussing updates on RCS, satellite messaging, iPhone mirroring, and Apple's new AI
The G2 on 5G: Ericsson's Investment, T-Mobile's Price Increase, AI PCs Unveiled
Show Notes for Episode 194 of G2 on 5GWelcome and Introduction- Hosts Will Townsend and Anshel Sag welcome listeners to episode 194 of GT on 5G.- Brief discussion about their recent attendance at Dell Tech World and Microsoft Build.Ericsson's Investment in 5G Factory- Will discusses Ericsson's additional $50 million investment in its open RAN-ready 5G factory in Lewisville, Dallas.- Highlights the
The G2 on 5G Podcast: AT&T's SpaceMobile Deal, Dish's DoD Lifeline, T-Mobile's PGA Transformation, Germany's Huawei Ban, China Mobile's AI Push, and Microsoft's Hybrid AI PCs
Introduction:Welcome to episode 193 of the G Two on 5G podcast, where we provide the latest insights on everything 5G. In this episode, hosts Will Townsend and Anshel Sag discuss a range of topics from AT&T's new partnership to the impact of AI on 5G PCs. Let's dive in!Timestamps:00:00:02: Introduction and WelcomeWill Townsend and Anshel Sag kick off the episode, discussing their current trave
G2 on 5G Podcast Episode 192: AWS's Milestone and the Impact of FCC Regulations and more!
Podcast Show Notes: Episode 192 of G2 on 5GWelcome and Introduction- Host Will Townsend introduces the episode and fellow analyst Anshel Sag.- Discussion on the latest insights in the 5G realm, covering six topics in approximately 20 minutes.AWS and Telefonica Germany's 5G Cloud Core Initiative- AWS secures a significant win with Telefonica Germany moving over a million 5G subscribers to its cloud
The G2 on 5G Podcast – Samsung and O2 Telefonica vRAN and ORAN, Qualcomm Q1 Earnings, AT&T Turbo, FCC Fines Carriers, MediaTek Analyst Day and Nokia 4G on the Moon
In this 191st episode of The G2 on 5G, we cover:1. Samsung and O2 Telefonica vRAN and ORAN deployment2. Qualcomm posts stellar Q1 2024 Earnings, showing significant strength in China3. AT&T Turbo launch promises to boost 5G data connectivity4. The FCC fines the big three (plus Sprint) $200 million for violating customers’s privacy5. Insights from MediaTek’s Analyst Day6. Nokia is finally sendi
The G2 on 5G Podcast – T-Mo Fiber, AT&T and T-Mobile Earnings, FCC Net Neutrality, Intel Earnings, Verizon Jazz Fest and Dish Wins in Court Over Crown Castle
In this 190th episode of The G2 on 5G, we cover:1. T-Mobile invests in fiber services with ambitions to broaden its broadband services beyond 5G FWA 2. AT&T and T-Mobile Earnings - T-Mobile completes Mint Mobile Acquisition3. Will the FCC’s reinstatement of net neutrality impact the monetization of 5G network slicing?4. Intel Earnings - 5G affecting networking business?5. Verizon supports the
The G2 on 5G Podcast – T-Mo and Delta Airlines, Google Merges Android Software and Hardware, 5G DSS Rides Into the Sunset, Samsung and Qualcomm hit 1024 QAM, Mo Katibeh CMO and Moto and Samsung launch new 5G Phones
In this 189th episode of The G2 on 5G, we cover:1. T-Mobile partners with Delta Airlines to reimagine network operations with 5G2. Google promotes Rick Osterloh to head Android and Hardware teams to merge AI efforts3. 5G DSS rides off into the sunset in the U.S.4. Samsung Networks and Qualcomm hit 1024 QAM milestone with FDD and TDD spectrum5. Industry veteran Mo Katibeh joins T-Mobile for Busines
The G2 on 5G Podcast – AT&T Mid-band Tests, CHIPS Act Funds, AST SpaceMobile Ad Video Test, Ookla’s S24 Dominance, ViaSat Jumps into LEO and Verizon @ NAB Show 2024
In this 188th episode of The G2 on 5G, we cover:1. AT&T may be testing some tweaks to its mid-band 5G network2. The CHIPS Act direct funding is picking up steam: Intel ($8.5B), TSMC ($6.6B), and Samsung ($6.4B) all get funding to expand leading-node US chip manufacturing. Intel is expected to invest $100 Billion, TSMC $65 billion, and Samsung $40 billion in US facilities.3. AST SpaceMobile hit
The G2 on 5G Podcast – Casa Systems Bankruptcy, DoD 3GHz Spectrum, Airspan Reorg, Huawei Earnings, Reliance Jio’s 100M 5G Subs, AT&T data breach
In this 187th episode of The G2 on 5G, we cover:1. Casa Systems files for bankruptcy as it attempts to reorganize its 5G core, RAN and cable assets2. Is the DoD preparing to release 3GHz spectrum for 5G or 6G applications?3. Does Airspan’s reorgainztion breathe new life into the once high flying provider of Open RAN and small cell infrastructure?4. Is Huawei on the road to recovery with its latest
The G2 on 5G Podcast – Booz Allen Partners With Ericsson and Nokia for US Navy, Tesla Private 5G, AT&T Internet Air for Business, China Mobile 5G-Advanced, Keysight Enters Spirent Battle, T-Mobile Secret Baseball Button
In this 186th episode of The G2 on 5G, we cover:1. Booz Allen, Ericsson and Nokia partner to focus on modernizing U.S. Navy communications with 5G lab and POC efforts2. Tesla wants to deploy Private 5G, could this spur other automakers to do the same?3. AT&T announces 5G powered Internet Air for Business and partners with Microsoft Teams for 5G & AI-infused unified communications solution4
The G2 on 5G Podcast - Jio brags about its network slicing capabilities, including gaming, security, FWA and talks Private Networks
In this 185th episode of The G2 on 5G, we cover: 1. Ericsson and Nokia establish new business units to focus on 5G U.S. govt and military deployments 2. US Department of Justice and 15 States Sue Apple for Anti-Competitive Smartphone Tactics 3. Three UK books first loss in nearly 15 years blaming 5G deployment costs 4. NVIDIA GTC 2024 - NVIDIA charges into Telco with renewed 5G and 6G aspiration
The G2 on 5G Podcast – Open RAN & 5G Fund, FCC’s New Broadband Definition, T-Mobile and Dialpad Extend Partnership, FCC’s D2D 5G NTN Rules, Nokia and Eurofiber Team Up, Vodafone to Sell Italian Biz
In this 184th episode of The G2 on 5G, we cover: 1. Will Open RAN benefit from a possible $9B in FCC subsidies (5G Fund) for U.S. rural 5G deployments? 2. What does the FCC’s new 100/20 Mbps down/up definition for broadband mean for 5G FWA? 3. T-Mobile and Dialpad extend partnership for AI-enabled business communications - could 5G VoNR deliver additional capabilities? 4.
The G2 on 5G Podcast – AT&T FCC Probe, T-Mobile Gets Auction 108 Spectrum, Sateliot Launches, Dish Won’t Buy T-Mo 800MHz, Will’s John Deere 5G Visit and India’s Next 5G Spectrum Auction
In this 183rd episode of The G2 on 5G, we cover: 1. FCC probes AT&T recent outage 2. T-Mobile finally gets its Auction 108 Spectrum, could supercharge T-Mobile’s rural push 3. Sateliot readies four NB-IoT satellites for deployment supporting 5G NR 4. Dish won’t buy T-Mobile’s 800 MHz spectrum, setting up for an auction 5. Will’s visit and impressions tied to John
The G2 on 5G Podcast – Mobile World Congress 2024 Barcelona Wrap-Up Round Up
In this 182nd episode of The G2 on 5G, we cover: 1. API finally gains traction as 5G mobile networks seek programmability and monetization - is Vonage positioned to capitalize?2. AI is everywhere and in everything - an extension of CES: Intel AI PC and Qualcomm AI Hub+ New Snapdragon x80 Modem and FastConnect 79003. NTN and LEO satellite service continues to be hot - who’s still in front? AST
The G2 on 5G Podcast – AT&T Dynamic Defense, AT&T Nationwide Outage, MWC 2024 Barcelona Previews and Anticipated Themes, Qualcomm R&D Demos, Singtel App-based Slicing and Sony’s 5G Transmitter
In this 181st episode of The G2 on 5G, we cover: 1. AT&T launches Dynamic Defense 2. The AT&T nationwide cellular outage, explanation and hasty conclusions 3. MWC Barcelona 2024 and three anticipated themes 4. Qualcomm R&D Demos and Other pre-MWC 2024 Announcements, including 6G 5. Singtel claims first app-based 5G network slicing capability 6. Sony’
The G2 on 5G Podcast – Telus & Samsung, Verizon and NHL Deal, T-Mo Uplink Record, FirstNet Expansion with AT&T, Nokia and Dell team up, Vodafone HyperRealityHub
In this 180th episode of The G2 on 5G, we cover:1. Telus partners with Samsung Networks for LTE and 5G open and virtualized RAN2. Verizon inks Private 5G deal with NHL3. T-Mobile leans into uplink transmit switching for 5G uplink optimization4. AT&T and FirstNet sign 10-year, $8 billion deal including 1,000 new sites, SA 5G5. Nokia and Dell team up for private cellular networking 6. Vodaf
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