Iran’s Minister of Communications and Information Technology Sattar Hashemi announced that “5G mobile Internet will be activated in Iran by the end of this Iranian calendar year (March 20, 2025), prioritizing metropolises.”  “The issue of finalizing the frequency auction for the 3,600 and 3,700 MHz bands — allocated for 5G— will be resolved this week,” Hashemi addressed reporters on Sunday during a visit to the 36th Tehran International Book Exhibition.    The minister referred to the activation of 5G technology on Samsung phones, “One of the topics pursued under technology diplomacy was enabling 5G connectivity for Samsung devices. Through the invitation of the South Korean ambassador, negotiations, and commitments obtained from him — along with the ambassador’s follow-ups — the activation of 5G Internet on Samsung phones is currently underway.”He added, “Alongside this, we are advancing the development of 5G infrastructure nationwide. The frequency auction for the 3,600 and 3,700 MHz bands, designated for 5G, will be finalized this week. We hope to launch 5G mobile networks this year, prioritizing metropolises.”Regarding the use of virtual platforms by visitors at the book exhibition, Hashemi emphasized, “Most activities in this area are led by private-sector operators. Applications have naturally evolved through mutual collaboration, helping visitors explore books aligned with their interests at various exhibition booths.” (ICE TEHERAN)

Fonte notizia: Iran Daily