# Speedy 5G Smartphones The ZTE 'Gigabit' Phone Accommodates a Wide Network Range By Jana Pijak | Published 2017-08-15 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zte-gigabit References: [zdnet](http://www.zdnet.com/article/zte-unveils-gigabit-phone-partners-with-intel-for-5g-it-baseband-unit/) & [techradar](http://www.techradar.com/news/hands-off-with-the-zte-gigabit-the-worlds-fastest-phone) The [ZTE](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-magic-8-pro) Gigabit smartphone is the Chinese mobile manufacturer's most talked-about release in recent years, thanks to a design that is compatible with a 5G mobile network. Launched at [Barcelona's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yunmai-slim-elegant) Mobile World [Congress](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/physical-activity-challenge) event earlier this year, the device aims to cut download times in half with a maximum speeds of 1Gbps, making it ideal for those who use their phone for multimedia and music consumption. Integrated with the mobile brand's independent Pre5G Giga+MBB system, the smartphone is also compatible with 2G, 3G, and 4G networks, making it a versatile and customizable investment. The ZTE Gigabit Phone is equipped with a patented "MIMO antenna technology, and 256-QAM modulation to achieve LTE download speeds that ZTE says are up to 10 times faster than first-generation LTE devices." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **5G Smartphones:** The emergence of 5G smartphones represents a disruptive innovation opportunity for electronics manufacturers to capitalize on the high-speed and low latency network capabilities. - **Faster Download Speeds:** Faster download speeds enabled by 5G smartphones present an opportunity for digital media companies to offer larger and higher quality content to users. - **Mobile Network Adaptability:** The ability of a smartphone to work across multiple generations of mobile networks will continue to be an important trend to watch for as the world transitions to 5G. ### Where This Applies - **Mobile Devices:** The mobile device industry has an opportunity to create new product lines that cater to consumers' desire for 5G capabilities and faster download speeds. - **Telecommunications:** Telecommunications companies can leverage 5G smartphones to expand their network offerings and provide faster and more reliable services to customers. - **Digital Media:** Digital media companies have the opportunity to offer higher quality content enabled by the faster download speeds of 5G smartphones. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Next-Gen Mobile Modems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snapdragon-x80.md) - [High-Performance Gaming Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-magic-8-pro.md) - [Accessible Flagship-Inspired Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zte-axon-40-ultra.md) - [Ultra-Fast 5G Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5g-cpe.md) - [Flagship-Inspired Entry-Level Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/infinix-zero-5g.md) - [Hyper-Charge Smartphone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/realme-gt3.md) - [High-Speed Gaming Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/find-x5-pro.md) - [Accessible 5G Photography Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tcl-30-v-5g-smartphone.md) - [Hyper-Speedy Charging Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/realme-gt-neo-5.md)