Sprint, Telstra to carry 5G 'mobile smart hub' built by HTC

News Wireless Australia 17 DEC 2018
Sprint, Telstra to carry 5G 'mobile smart hub' built by HTC
HTC has announced that Sprint and Telstra will both carry a 5G "mobile smart hub" built by HTC. This device will serve as a dedicated 5G mobile hotspot, smart device, and much more, and will debut in 2019, HTC also said.

HTC developed the new 5G hub to use 5G speeds and connectivity in a portable design for home, on the go, and enterprise use. Qualcomm's Snapdragon 855+SDX 50 chipset powers this device. The product will allow customers to use 5G on multiple devices while on the go, at work, or at home for fast connectivity, content sharing, entertainment. A built-in gigabit Ethernet port offers network compatibility and a large touchscreen allows for advanced visuals.

HTC plans to announce future partners in other regions, including Europe, next year. More specifics about the device, including feature specifications and timing, will be released at a later date.

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