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Nokia's 5G pickup could begin as early as 2017, says chief executive

Published Mon, Feb 22, 2016 · 09:50 PM
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MOBILE equipment maker Nokia sees the shift to the next generation of 5G wireless networks kicking off well ahead of 2020, the year when many in the industry consider mass-market upgrades will begin, its chief executive said on Sunday.

Chief executive Rajeev Suri said the company plans to pick up investment in 5G technology in 2016 and that sales of 5G-ready equipment capable of future upgrades could begin as early as 2017.

"5G will happen faster than expected. This may surprise some of you," Mr Suri declared to an audience including inv…

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