MWC 2024: New phones, AI, 5G, and more to expect at the biggest mobile technology event of 2024

The annual Mobile World Congress (MWC) trade show returns to Barcelona from February 26 to March 2, promising the latest developments in mobile technology. This year, discussions will likely focus on

AI

applications across devices and networks, the rollout of 5G-Advanced services, and concept gadgets offering a peek into the future.

Phones, Phones, and phones

MWC will feature several major phone launches.

Xiaomi is expected to unveil its Xiaomi 14 series globally, including the AI-powered Xiaomi 14 Ultra with top-tier specs. Honor has hinted at new folding displays and augmented reality features for its flagship Magic V2 and Magic 6 Pro. HMD Global could reveal details about its first self-branded phones since splitting from Nokia.

Not to forget AI

AI is expected to feature heavily across device launches and network upgrades. As Google and Samsung embrace AI on their phones, we could expect more manufacturers to show off their AI chops. Operators like Verizon and Ericsson will also showcase AI optimization across

5G

infrastructure.

More about 5G

With 5G maturing past early deployments, vendors will tout their latest 5G-advanced gear. Based on new infrastructure standards that promise multi-gigabit speeds, dynamic sharing between operators, and seamless satellite integration, 5G-Advanced could bring performance in line with early expectations around 5G. Operators investing today expect the upgrades to handle surging future data demands.

Concept devices that offer a peek into the future

While the smartphone market matures, MWC showcases some wild concept gadgets every year. Past reveals include rollable displays and see-through screens, giving a taste of innovations that may hit devices down the road. This year, Lenovo may unveil a transparent notebook to follow up on its rollable laptop prototype from 2023. Even if far from mainstream, these experiments showcase where OEMs hope to take hardware in the coming years.
With cutting-edge mobile tech on display across the board,

MWC 2024

looks to be an exciting showcase of connectivity's future. Attendees will get an exclusive preview of AI's potential, upgraded 5G, and new phones. We at the Times of India Tech Desk are all geared up to bring you the most important news from the biggest mobile tech event of the year. Stay tuned.