Launch of 5G Network in China: Huawei Ousts Apple from the Market

News from the Wall Street Journal, published on October 30, 2019, caused a stir across all continents. The launch of the 5G network in China starting November 1, 2019, is a serious statement to the world. Deputy Minister of Economy and IT of China, Chen Zhaoxun, announced China’s transition to 5G connectivity. Moreover, three leading operators (Mobile, Unicom, and Telecom) are ready to provide unobstructed access to the technology in 50 of the country’s largest cities.

Launch of 5G Network in China: Huawei vs Apple

While Americans are actively engaged in a trade war with China through quota restrictions and sanctions, Huawei is making Apple products unsuitable for residents of the Middle Kingdom. It is possible to persuade consumers of the impeccable performance of iPhones and iPads for a long time. But broadband and affordable internet are much more interesting to consumers. In terms of price, tariffs for 4G and 5G packages are almost identical. However, the services differ significantly. Few would refuse 30 GB (up to 300 Mbps) for $18 a month or 300 GB (up to 1 Gbps) for $85.

The launch of the 5G network in China has also become a catalyst for other advanced IT countries. South Korea and the United Kingdom are already preparing for the launch. For the Korean market, the giant Samsung has prepared and put a new smartphone on the conveyor. In the USA, discussions about innovations are ongoing. But due to the lack of in-house developments in this area, North America remains behind in modern technologies. Considering trade wars with China, the USA will take a long time to reach 5G networks. China’s close ally, Russia, may also gain access to the elite 5G club soon. After all, Russia is a lucrative market for Chinese smartphone manufacturers.

In terms of mobile devices, besides Huawei, 5th generation networks support new smartphones from ZTE, Oppo, and Xiaomi. The Samsung Galaxy A90 5G, which is actively advertised in the post-Soviet space, is on the way. And that’s all. The other “participants” have been left behind. Even the mighty Apple could not predict market trends. A sales collapse for the apple company is guaranteed, even before the end of 2019.