ZTE to launch the World's First 5G Smartphone with under-display Camera on September 1, 2020

ZTE Corporation (0763.HK/000063,SZ), a major international provider of telecommunications, enterprise and consumer technology solutions for the mobile internet, today announced that it will launch ZTE Axon 20 5G in China on September 1, 2020. The device will be the world's first mass-produced 5G smartphone featuring under-display camera, marking another milestone in ZTE's exploration of the true full display smartphone.

Aiming to continuously provide consumers with unprecedented user experiences, ZTE is committed to accelerating the development of innovative technologies. ZTE has achieved numerous breakthroughs in the field of smartphone displays, including launching the world's first pressure-sensitive display, the world's first naked-eye 3D display smartphone, as well as the world's first foldable dual-screen smartphone.

In 2019, ZTE took the lead in launching the first commercial 5G smartphone, ZTE Axon 10 Pro 5G, in China, the Nordic countries and the Middle East. The device features a compact, uniquely curved display employing the advanced Oncell-Metal Mesh and COP packaging technologies.

All the major industry players have been working on the under-display camera smartphone. Consumers have also witnessed the evolution of smartphone display forms from notch display, water-drop notch display, pop-up selfie camera smartphone, to hole punch display.

By launching the world's first 5G smartphone with under-display camera, ZTE will further promote the development of display technologies in the smartphone industry, thereby bringing a revolutionized experiences to all consumers.

ZTE is a provider of advanced telecommunications systems, mobile devices and enterprise technology solutions to consumers, operators, companies and public sector customers.

The company has been committed to providing customers with integrated end-to-end innovations to deliver excellence and value as the telecommunications and information technology sectors converge. Listed in the stock exchanges of Hong Kong and Shenzhen (H share stock code: 0763.HK / A share stock code: 000063.SZ), ZTE sells its products and services in more than 160 countries.

ZTE to Launch New Smartphone Axon 11 5G on March 23

ZTE Corporation (0763.HK/000063.SZ), a major international provider of telecommunications, enterprise and consumer technology solutions for the Mobile Internet, today announced that it will launch its new 5G smartphone ZTE Axon 11 on March 23 in China. Featuring video shooting functions and creation, ZTE Axon 11 will be compatible with both SA and NSA modes, aiming to bring exceptional 5G experiences to consumers with its competitive advantages in the 5G area.

In 2019, ZTE launched its first 5G flagship smartphone, ZTE Axon 10 Pro 5G, which has been available in more than 10 countries on a global scale. ZTE Axon 10 Pro 5G is also recognized as the first 5G smartphone available in Northern Europe, the Middle East and China.

With the commitment to deploying a series of diversified 5G terminal devices portfolio to meet the diverse requirements of operators, enterprise users and consumers in multiple service scenarios, ZTE has been in cooperation with more than 30 global carriers in the 5G terminal field.

In cooperation with Japan's top operator SoftBank, ZTE has successfully entered into another high-end 5G market by introducing its first 5G flagship smartphone, ZTE Axon 10 Pro 5G, to Japan. As the first operator in Japan to announce the 5G deployment and provide local consumers with 5G services, SoftBank's 5G services will be operated in a few areas first and then gradually expand to major cities, such as Tokyo, Osaka and Nagoya. By virtue of ZTE Axon 10 Pro 5G, consumers will be able to enjoy unprecedented 5G services, such as AR, VR, Free View point Reality (FR) and fastest ever gaming experience.

To date, ZTE has secured 46 5G commercial contracts around the world, covering China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and other major 5G markets and carried out in-depth 5G cooperation with more than 70 carriers globally.

ZTE is a provider of advanced telecommunications systems, mobile devices and enterprise technology solutions to consumers, operators, companies and public sector customers. As a part of ZTE's strategy, the company is committed to providing customers with integrated end-to-end innovations to deliver excellence and value as the telecommunications and information technology sectors converge. Listed in the stock exchanges of Hong Kong and Shenzhen (H share stock code: 0763.HK / A share stock code: 000063.SZ), ZTE sells its products and services in more than 160 countries.

To date, ZTE has obtained 46 commercial 5G contracts in major markets, such as Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa (MEA). ZTE commits 10 percent of its annual revenues to research and development and takes leadership roles in international standard-setting organizations.

Firefox OS Stable version released to compete with Android and Tizen

Mozilla released new Firefox OS first stable version, this is Mozilla's new mobile operating system that will compete with Android OS and Samsung backed Tizen mobile OS. Firefox OS is an open source OS with latest release brings a lot of new features and improvements that were missing on the initial release (not stable).

The Firefox OS running smartphones can be a lot cheaper options with equivalent or may be more more features than Android OS.

Firefox OS users can now send MMS messages, while the developers can use the new push notification APIs, which allow for timely notifications and reduction in battery consumption. Furthermore, Mozilla has enhanced the contact manager, which now supports Gmail and Hotmail contact import, adding a number to a contact when it’s listed in the call log, SMS message or email.Additionally, Firefox OS now have the smart dial feature, which works just as expected.

Android OS had made smartphones more affordable comparing to proprietary based mobile OS such as iOS, Windows or Blackberry. An Android smartphones can be bought within price range of Rs.8,000-Rs.15,000 easily, Firefox OS which unlike to Google or Apple backed by a non-profit organization and as Mozilla says - 'We're out to make a difference, not a profit', Mozilla will surely give a stiff competition to Android and iPhones once its available for sale across the globe.

One can purchase Firefox OS on a ZTE Open handset or on an Alcatel One Touch device. More devices will be announced over the next few weeks. ZTE Open powered by Firefox OS is available at price of $249 however in India ZTE Open 3G Unlocked phone is available at eBay India at mere price of RS.6,500.

Available in 3 languages - Spanish, Polish and English 17 operators spanning the globe are currently distributing Firefox OS devices: América Móvil, China Unicom, Deutsche Telekom, Etisalat, Hutchison Three Group, KDDI, KT, MegaFon, Qtel, SingTel, Smart, Sprint, Telecom Italia Group, Telefónica, Telenor, TMN and VimpelCom.

In Coming weeks more countries and mobile phone operators will be selling Firefox OS.

Most smartphones are made by a small number of people, all in one place, probably pretty far from where you live. Firefox OS phones are different they're made by a huge global community probably could give lot more features to users over the years gradually.