A media professional tries 5G-powered virtual driving during the 2021 World 5G Convention in Beijing, capital of China, Aug. 31, 2021. (Photo: Xinhua) It was only three years ago that Chinese telecoms authorities granted the first batch of 5G licenses for commercial use. Three years later, with over 1.6 million base stations installed nationwide and the number of 5G mobile phone users far exceeding 410 million, the large-scale application of 5G in China has entered a critical period, nurturing enormous economic driving force, companies and experts said on Monday. After the initial success in 5G, Chinese companies are aiming to...