Devices

Telefonica moved to futureproof the security of communications in fields including mining, healthcare and industry with the launch of post-quantum encryption, an offering developed with Halotech Digital Services targeting smart devices.

MediaTek introduced its fourth-generation flagship chipset designed to support high-performance smartphone applications, including the latest generative AI capabilities.

Nokia expanded the range of heavy-duty devices on offer to its customers operating in dangerous industries, adding a new generation of portable routers, an explosion-protected 5G tablet and a fresh push-to-talk handheld device.

Ericsson outlined the potential to overhaul the 5G device landscape following a trial of reduced capability software on commercial Gemtek Technology and Four-Faith Communication Technology devices which it states could broaden use across various industries.

Google claimed proposals being mulled by US authorities which include a potential splitting of the tech giant could create security risks, hold back AI innovation and break the Android OS.

Contract manufacturer Foxconn turned in record sales in Q3 despite smart consumer electronics product revenue remaining flat year-on-year, as demand for AI servers and components for the automotive sector soared.