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MWC to remain in Barcelona until at least 2030
The event has been held in Barcelona since 2006
Paul Lipscombe
June 27, 2022
MWC 2022: Bullitt Connects with MVNO service launch
Commercial launch of the MVNO service is set for next month
Manufacturers
March 1, 2022
MWC 2022: Huawei identify digitalisation and carbon neutrality as key focuses
Ping has called on the mobile industry to reshape the technology space
Manufacturers
March 1, 2022
MWC2022: Eurostar Global adds latest TCL devices
New TCL smartphones launched at Mobile World Congress
Distributors
March 1, 2022
MWC 2022: 5G connections to reach 1bn by end of year
More than two in five people will have reach of 5G connectivity by 2025, says GSMA
Paul Lipscombe
February 28, 2022
MWC 2022: Honor launches Magic4 series globally
The Series features the latest Honor Magic UI 6.0 based on Android 12, offering a range of enhanced, customised features
Manufacturers
February 28, 2022
MWC 2022: Realme unveils GT2 series
Both handsets come with three-years OS updates, Realme has confirmed
Manufacturers
February 28, 2022
MWC 2022: Cat phones launches new Cat Q10 MiFi router
The Cat Q10 is built to be useful in outdoor contexts and it is IP68 dust, rain, snow, sand, and dirt resistant
Manufacturers
February 28, 2022
MWC 2022: Huawei outlines factors that can drive ‘better digital future’
Ryan Ding also touched on the importance of Green ICT for the future
Manufacturers
February 28, 2022
MWC visitors face strict Covid entry protocols
Attendees at Mobile World Congress, which runs from 28 February 28 March 3, will have to certify their vaccination status and provide a negative test or certification of recovery from Covid-19 to get into the venue the GSM Association has said. This will apply to visitors, staff, on-site workers, exhibitors, suppliers and other partners. Other
Distributors
December 1, 2021
Xiaomi will not attend MWC 2021
Chinese firm will instead attend the annual event virtually
Manufacturers
May 25, 2021
Gray Dawes selected to handle MWC 21 travel logistics
The travel service is to be provided at no additional charge to those attending this year’s event
Paul Lipscombe
April 19, 2021
International travel green light for MWC21
Registered exhibitors and attendees to be permitted entry to Spain
Mobile News
April 8, 2021
MWC faces pressure from travel restrictions
After a number of vendors drop-outs, the situation with the event is frequently changing
Mobile News
March 29, 2021
Covid nerves hit Oracle, Sony and Nokia over MWC 21 live
Ericsson was first exhibitor to drop out
Manufacturers
March 11, 2021
Ericsson becomes the first big name to withdraw from MWC 2021
History repeats itself as Ericsson withdraw from flagship tech event
Manufacturers
March 9, 2021
Covid testing underpins MWC hygiene regime with June event set to go ahead
Half the usual number of visitors expected
Paul Lipscombe
February 18, 2021
GSMA moves MWC Barcelona 2021 event to June
The showpiece tech event usually takes place in February
Paul Lipscombe
September 23, 2020
GSMA announces MWC 2020 compensation packages
Exhibitors entitled to partial refunds, tickets will be refunded in full
Saf Malik
March 25, 2020
EXCLUSIVE: No refunds for MWC’s exhibitors
GSMA cites ‘force majeure’
Distributors
February 19, 2020
MWC 2020 cancelled by GSMA
News comes as Chinese death toll passes 1,100 and more than 50 companies drop out
Jasper Hart
February 12, 2020
HMD Global and Nokia withdraw from MWC due to coronavirus
They follow Ericsson, Vivo, and Sony among others to pull out of the event
Saf Malik
February 12, 2020
Eurostar Global pulls out of MWC due to coronavirus
List of companies pulling out grows by the day
Distributors
February 11, 2020
TCL cancels MWC press conference over coronavirus concerns
Vendor’s presence otherwise unaffected
Manufacturers
February 10, 2020
Amazon and Sony pull out of MWC due to coronavirus concerns
GSMA stands firm on event going ahead
Distributors
February 10, 2020
Ericsson withdraws from MWC 2020 amid coronavirus worries
Products intended to be showcased will be at regional “Unboxed” shows
Manufacturers
February 7, 2020
LG withdraws from MWC due to coronavirus outbreak
Organisers GSMA note that the event will continue as planned
Saf Malik
February 5, 2020
GSMA: MWC currently going ahead as planned despite coronavirus
‘No registration impacts thus far’
International
January 30, 2020
MWC 2019: Moto’s Miles on mastering the mid-tier mark
Parent company Lenovo announced its mobile group as profitable at the end of 2018
Manufacturers
March 13, 2019
MWC 2019: 5G and IoT could take 10 years to reach potential, says OnePlus CEO Lau
The manufacturer also gave a live demo of its 5G phone
Manufacturers
March 13, 2019
MWC 2019: Westcoast specialist team to put more weight behind Android sales to businesses
Last year the distributor became Google-certified for Android Enterprise enrolment
Distributors
March 13, 2019
MWC 2019: QWERTY keyboard here to stay confirms TCL
BlackBerry grew its UK market share last year according to IDC statistics
Manufacturers
March 13, 2019
MWC 2019: Alcatel strikes up new partnerships with retailers to counteract declining UK market
The manufacturer has also launched three new smartphones
Manufacturers
March 13, 2019
MWC 2019: 5G set to add £1.67 trillion to global economy in next 15 years, says the GSM Association
Director Mats Granryd calls for “security and trust”
International
March 13, 2019
MWC 2019: Brightstar sparks NX Life brand into action to gain momentum in refurbished market
Announcement comes amid growing refurbished market
Distributors
March 13, 2019
MWC 2019: Avenir has bullish plans to Energize the UK market with sales target of 250,000 devices
Range of phones includes UK’s cheapest foldable
Distributors
March 13, 2019
MWC 2019: 5G will take time to really get rolling, say IDC analysts
IDC estimates that 163 million 5G devices will be shipped in the EMEA region between 2019 and 2023
Paul Lipscombe
March 13, 2019
MWC 2019: Doro moves to boost range of care services to counter downturn in mobile hardware
The manufacturer is targeting over-65s with its new products
Manufacturers
March 13, 2019
MWC 2019: Mate X sees Huawei hailed as tech leader
The foldable phone has three displays and will be ranged by EE, Vodafone, and Three
Manufacturers
March 12, 2019
MWC 2019: HMD Global brings out monthly security updates as a differentiator for the Android market
HMD says it has brought out 34 new security patches to smartphones since 2018
Manufacturers
March 12, 2019
MWC 2019: Huawei’s costs to bolster cybersecurity could hit double the initial $2bn outlay
Huawei pledged the money in December to allay fears raised in a British government report last year
Manufacturers
March 12, 2019
MWC 2019: Bullitt shoots for bigger focus on B2B channel
Improvements has the manufacturer claiming it can give a “more consultative approach”
Manufacturers
March 12, 2019
MWC 2019: Huawei boss challenges US to show evidence of cyber threat
But tensions mount as US government tells the Mobile World Congress that Huawei is being “duplicitous and deceitful”
Manufacturers
March 12, 2019
MWC 2019: Nuu Mobile set sights on bolstering European presence after G4 launch
Nuu will focus attention on a number of European markets in 2019
Manufacturers
March 7, 2019
Sony unveils latest crop of Xperia smartphones at Mobile World Congress
Xperia 1 set for spring launch, while Xperia 10 and 10 Plus are available from today
Manufacturers
February 25, 2019
Xiaomi makes 5G play launching Mi Mix 3 and unveils Mi 9 smartphones
The 5G-ready Mi Mix 3 will cost €599 and the Mi 9 starts at €449
Manufacturers
February 24, 2019
HMD Global unveils four new Nokia smartphones at MWC
The flagship Nokia PureView 9 will cost a global ASP of $699
Manufacturers
February 24, 2019
Avenir to unveil foldable Energizer smartphone at MWC
One release at MWC is expected to feature a 18,000mAh battery
Manufacturers
February 12, 2019
Huawei confirm 5G smartphones at MWC
Huawei CBG CEO Richard Yu claims the vendor is “six months ahead of the competition”
Manufacturers
January 25, 2019
Huawei Eco-Connect Europe: Huawei to debut first 5G device at 2019 Mobile World Congress
Western Europe president Walter Ji reveals 5G chipset testing is on schedule for commercial use
Paul Lipscombe
November 20, 2018
MWC 2018: Alcatel launches three new series of smartphones
Alcatel has launched five new smartphones before Mobile World Congress. The firm, owned by Chinese parent company TCL, took the wraps off the Alcatel 5, 3, 3X, 3V and 1X yesterday (Feb 24). UK pricing to be confirmed. Alcatel 5 The Alcatel 5 available now in certain markets (UK TBC) in metallic gold and black
Manufacturers
February 25, 2018
MWC 2018: Huawei unveil additions to tablet and laptop range
The MediaPad M5 and the Matebook X Pro were launched at the Centre de Convencions Internacional de Barcelona in the run up to MWC
Manufacturers
February 25, 2018
MWC 2018: HMD Global drops five Nokia phones before MWC
All five devices are slated for a release between April and May
Manufacturers
February 25, 2018
MWC 2018: Samsung unpacks the Galaxy S9
The new device will be on sale from March 16 from £739 (£869 for the S9+) and boasts improved camera and AI functionality
Manufacturers
February 25, 2018
MWC 2018: LG launch V30S ThinQ
The new device is the first handset with ‘ThinQ’, the Artificial Intelligence software unveiled at CES in January
Manufacturers
February 25, 2018
LG will unveil mid-rangers K8 and K10 at MWC 2018
Both phones feature in black, blue and gold. Pricing and availability to be confirmed
Manufacturers
February 23, 2018
LG to launch AI infused V30 at MWC
The manufacturer promises better camera performance utilising AI
Manufacturers
February 15, 2018
BlackBerry KEYone up for pre-order at Carphone
It will retail for £499 with a release date to be confirmed
Retailers
April 20, 2017
MWC 2017: Honor 8 and 6X smartphones saw sales leap 200pc last year
40,000 Honor 8 devices were sold on Black Friday last year
Manufacturers
March 16, 2017
MWC 2017: Lenovo sets out plans to regain market share
Manufacturer is in talks with a number of partners to broaden its reach
Manufacturers
March 15, 2017
MWC 2017: Brightstar throws down gauntlet to competition
Company claims it is building the widest portfolio of mobile solutions in the sector
Distributors
March 15, 2017
MWC 2017: Exertis now leading in smart home market
It has since grown the number of vendor partners it works with in the sector to more than 30
Distributors
March 14, 2017
MWC 2017: Doro wipes out rivals after recent success
UK revenues were up 15 per cent with shipment volumes up by five per cent
Manufacturers
March 14, 2017
MWC 2017: HMD Global eyeing top spots with Nokia brand
Wraps taken off new devices as manufacturer remains defiant on its brand strength
Manufacturers
March 14, 2017
MWC 2017: STK aims for third spot in smartphone market
Giving customers control is a key differentiator for STK to achieve its targets
Manufacturers
March 14, 2017
MWC 2017: LG claims to be ahead with new form factor
Future LG devices will be unveiled in the new form factor seen on the G6
Manufacturers
March 14, 2017
MWC 2017: Huawei confident P10 can exceed P9 performance
The firm is currently in talks with another major UK B2B distributor
Manufacturers
March 14, 2017
MWC 2017: AdaptiveMobile warns operators about IoT risks
5G and network splicing open up new vulnerabilities to the Internet of Things
Unified Comms
March 14, 2017
MWC attracts record 108,000 attendees
The 2017 event in Barcelona beat last year’s record of 101,000 attendees
Manufacturers
March 2, 2017
Nokia 3310 captivated more consumers during MWC
Nostalgia study revealed Nokia overshadowed other major announcements from this year’s Mobile World Congress
Manufacturers
March 2, 2017
MWC 2017: Alcatel unveils world’s first interactive LED phone
The handset comes with LED lights on the rear which can be customised to music or themes
Manufacturers
February 27, 2017
MWC 2017: Sony unveils Xperia XZ Premium
It is the first smartphone in the world with a 4K HDR display
Manufacturers
February 27, 2017
MWC 2017: Lenovo launches G5 and G5 Plus
Both will go on sale from March this year
Manufacturers
February 26, 2017
MWC 2017: Samsung launches Galaxy Tab S3
The tablet was launched alongside a new Gear VR headset
Manufacturers
February 26, 2017
MWC 2017: HMD Global takes wraps off four Nokia handsets
Devices, which include an updated 3310 feature phone, will go on sale in Q2
Manufacturers
February 26, 2017
MWC 2017: Huawei unveils P10 range
CEO Richard Yu unveiled the new device to hundreds in Barcelona
Manufacturers
February 26, 2017
MWC 2017: LG showcases flagship G6 smartphone
Hundreds attended one of the most anticipated device launches this year ahead of Mobile World Congress for the unveiling for the LG G6 LG has taken the wraps off the LG G6 at its launch event in Barcelona this afternoon (February 26). As hundreds of journalist attended a full house event at the Sant Jordi
Manufacturers
February 26, 2017
MWC 2017: TCL launches BlackBerry KEYone
It is the first BlackBerry handset launched by the Chinese company since purchasing brand licensing rights last year
Manufacturers
February 26, 2017
Samsung to showcase VR and AR projects at MWC
On display will be a smart aid for the visually impaired and personal computer viewing glasses
Manufacturers
February 21, 2017
LG G6 to feature new interface at MWC
The G6 will feature a 5.7-inc screen and near bezel-less design
Manufacturers
February 16, 2017
Huawei confirms P10 smartphone launch for MWC
Manufacturer’s next flagship model will be unveiled on February 26 in Barcelona
Manufacturers
February 14, 2017
Samsung Galaxy S8 will miss MWC 2017
Samsung president of mobile business DJ Koh made the announcement after admitting Note7 battery faults
Manufacturers
January 23, 2017
LG teases MWC launch for G6 smartphone
The Korean manufacturer teased the launch on its Facebook page
Manufacturers
January 19, 2017
GSMA unveils new keynote speakers and exhibitors for MWC
Chairman-elect Sunil Bharti Mittal amongst speakers added to line up, with BT, China Mobile and Verizon confirmed as exhibitors
Manufacturers
November 30, 2016
MWC: HTC Vive demo
Mobile News was given a demonstration of HTC’s new Vive headset in Barcelona
Manufacturers
March 1, 2016
Samsung shows off new Galaxy S7 range at MWC
Thousands attend the most anticipated launch event of this years Mobile World Congress for unveiling of the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge
Manufacturers
February 21, 2016
Archos to launch new Diamond handsets at MWC 2016
The new handsets include the Diamond 2 Plus and Diamond 2 Note
Manufacturers
February 19, 2016
Samsung confirms MWC launch event for February 21
Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge premium smartphones likely to be unveiled the evening before annual trade show officially begins
Manufacturers
February 1, 2016
Vodafone CEO Colao added as keynote speaker for MWC 2016
He joins the likes of BT Group CEO Gavin Patterson and Huawei deputy chairman and CEO Guo Ping at next year’s event in Barcelona
Operators
November 30, 2015
Best of British aiming to shine at MWC 2013
Samantha Tomaszczyk reports on the UK’s 20 ‘best of the best’ mobile start-ups selected by the government organisation UK Trade and Investment (UKTI) to appear at this year’s Mobile World Congress in Barcelona
Samantha Tomaszczyk
February 26, 2013
MWC transport strike called off
Proposed action that would have affected attendees at Mobile World Congress 2012 has been cancelled
International
February 25, 2012
GSMA has plans in place to deal with possible MWC transport strike
GSMA is in talks with local authorities to ensure a proposed transport strike during MWC is called off but claims to have contingency plans in place should these fail
International
February 17, 2012
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