One of the most important events in the mobile ecosystem is approaching, the Mobile World CongressIt's being held in Barcelona, ​​and there's no easier way to attend one of these major events than in Barcelona, ​​without a doubt. However, the truth is that many won't be able to attend. At Android Help, we'll be doing a intensive monitoring of launches which starts this Sunday, but if you also want to be up to date with other events related to the event, you can download the official application that has been created for this purpose. In addition to the main conference, the 4YFN startup environment and cutting-edge topics such as AI applied to industry are becoming increasingly important, so it is advisable to arrive well equipped.
How to download and configure the official app
The official application is none other than that of GSMA, the organization responsible for the creation and organization of the well-known event. The first thing we have to do is go to Google Play, and there look for "GSMA Official«, Which will take us to your application, which we will have to download and install on our Android device. Once this is done, we execute it and it will ask us to select one of the two options, opting for the second, the one referring to the Mobile World Congress, not to Mobile World Live. The app will begin to download all the data, to finally become a different application.
Essential features for attendees and those following the event
With this, we will be able to access the fair calendar, meet the speakers who are going to participate, as well as being aware of who are going to be the companies presentWe can use the app to make networking If we are there, both with the section that is determined for that and with other capabilities of the application, which allows us to create a NFC badge with all our personal information. Also, if we are there, we can use the map that is built in. If we don't go, we can take advantage of the sections of official news that the application has available.
- Calendar and agenda: Create your itinerary with reminders for keynotes, sessions, and demos.
- Map and exhibitors: locate pavilions and stands by category and location.
- Access and digital pass: management of access control and credentials on mobile.
- Advanced Networking: meeting scheduling, chat, and virtual meeting options.
- Online sessions: remote monitoring of selected presentations.
In addition, the app can help you discover relevant content: highlights sessions, Exhibitors and speakers based on your preferences and your use of the application, adapting the recommendations in real time when you change interests.
Practical tips and common problems
Some users have reported specific incidents: networking module that disappears, searches with limited filters (e.g. by exact company name), or an initial data download that is repeated frequently. To minimize this, upgrade to the last version, review permissions (contacts, NFC and camera if applicable) and complete the pre-loaded data connected to Stable Wi-Fi. If the push notifications If they seem too generic to you, use the internal settings to fine-tune them to your interests.
In the process of registration and verification, if you open the browser to confirm your identity and the camera doesn't respond, an alternative is to log in from another supported mobile browser or complete the flow within the app itself if available. If you don't see the option to digital pass or networking after reinstalling, log out, clear the cache, and log back in; if it persists, web access may serve as a temporary solution. To connect with specific companies, prepare the exact name from the exhibitor and uses categories and tags to expand reach.
Spanish coverage and presence at the fair
Beyond product announcements, the congress is also an institutional showcase. Red.es organizes the Spanish Pavilion at MWC Barcelona as a meeting point to showcase the national technological potential, with a program of activities that includes conferences, presentations, round tables and sessions networking with international delegations. In addition, a official cocktail of the Pavilion, chaired by the Ministry responsible for Digital Transformation, which promotes contact between authorities and executives in the sector.
We remind you that starting this Sunday afternoon we will begin to publish the information about new devices that will be officially presented, so we invite you to pay close attention to stay up to date with everything. Download GSMA Official on Google Play for free.
