The radio frequencies required for full commercialisation of 5G have limited range and do not easily propagate through walls or buildings.

Futuresource Consulting reflects on the smartphone design trends of 2018 and what might be coming through the coming year.

The smart home market is booming as consumers are looking for more ways to interact with their surroundings.

Thanks to the desire for advanced features like noise-cancelling and true wireless, the revenue in headphones has grown 26% in 3Q18.

Smart speakers are a big part of the growth although headphones are doing some heavy lifting with prices on the up due to richer features.

Headphone market research shows that the headphone market is continuing to grow, with advanced features quickly becoming a necessity for consumers.

As streaming services, sporting events and movies are stepping up their HD game, shipping of TVs that support the 4K UHD format are rising in kind.

There is significant opportunity for growth in clinically validated, yet user-friendly wearables to aid individuals manage such ailments.

“With high profile brands like Samsung, Apple and Philips getting in on the action, consumers are becoming attuned to the benefits..."

Report released looking at the projected uptake of VR technologies in education and how the edtech sector will up their game.

“The days of high margins and huge profits, at least in the key value NPP LED category, are still with us but very much numbered."