Archive · 15 Sep 2025
India's D2M Chips Outshine Delayed 5G Broadcasts
Imagine you want to watch TV on your phone.
India has created special chips (D2M) that allow this to happen right now.
These chips work well with many devices, including older phones.
At a big tech conference in Amsterdam, it was announced that the faster 5G version of this technology will not be available until 2028.
The company Qualcomm, that makes the 5G chips, is focusing on high-end phones first.
India's D2M chips are a quicker, cheaper option, especially for people with older phones.
India's D2M semiconductor chips were showcased at the IBC 2025 conference in Amsterdam.
Global major Qualcomm indicated that 5G Broadcast chips are delayed until 2028.
Indian D2M chips are currently market-ready, supporting various devices.
Brazil is considering D2M for its next-generation television services.
Parliamentary Committee urged the government to finalize D2M policy.
- Who
- India and Qualcomm
- What
- Indian-designed D2M chips are ready, while 5G broadcast chips face delays
- When
- IBC 2025 conference from September 12-15, 2025; 5G chips expected in 2028
- Where
- Amsterdam, India, Brazil
- Why
- Indian D2M chips offer immediate benefits; 5G broadcast delayed
- Event
- IBC 2025 Conference, Amsterdam
- D2M Chip Developer
- India
- 5G Broadcast Delay
- Until 2028
- Key Player Delaying 5G
- Qualcomm
- D2M Benefits
- Feature phones and low-cost devices
- Government Action
- Parliamentary Committee urges policy finalization