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on, or as a more simple extension of the current 4G technology. 5G is aiming to improve not just speed, but capacity and latency as well - allowing users to experience browsing with less delay and unlimited connections. is crucial di erence will ensure that 5G speeds are not just a slight upgrade, but light years ahead of the current technology.
Recent testing by Telstra shows 5G is capable of speeds greater than 20 Gbps, as well as a latency that is up to half of that of 4G networks. Dr Magnus Ewerbring, Ericsson’s chief technology o cer in Asia Paci c and a partner
of Telstra, said of the tests: “these early 5G trials will help drive the global standards that will ultimately cover 5G.” Hypothetically, these speeds would be fast enough to download 600 movies
a minute, or the entire 6 seasons of Game of rones in less than 20 seconds.
ese tests seemingly indicate that 5G will bring vastly improved speed, latency and capacity, as well as assisting the growth of the Internet of ings from present day gures of 6.4 billion connected devices, to a projected
but they are also keen to involve themselves in the IoT, which is tipped to become their next big source of revenue. e development of 5G will therefore be a product of the involvement of various industries. It could be a case of too
many cooks spoil the broth, or it could in fact signify the beginning of the next generation of telecommunications technology - a compressed infrastructure that joins together media companies, technology rms, transport organizations and more.
5G therefore represents the chance for telcos, governments and technology companies to unify and create new world standards of living in a digital age.
Exciting advancements such as self-driving cars, remote-controlled surgery and self- ordering fridges are all possible with its release. It represents a time of growth for many companies: telecoms have the opportunity to reverse their declining revenue and rejuvenate the industry, whilst technology companies have the chance to broaden their eld. A technology revolution is ahead, and the potential is exciting for companies
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from all industries.
However, as the infrastructure compresses,
telecommunications companies invest in the
IoT and technology companies begin to o er their own communications options (such as WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger), companies must adapt to the shi ing market to stay a oat. e fate of companies such as Dell and HP, who struggled to keep up with advances in IT a er the rise of cloud computing, demonstrates the necessity for companies to keep up with the technological revolution that 5G represents. Telcos, technology rms, media companies, automotive organizations and many more, all have the opportunity to pro t from 5G and
the IoT, as long as they are able to convert
to a concentrated and interconnected digital economy. e race to 5G is o cially on, and no one wants to be last. ■
2011
41%
of total smartphone traffic was carried over the celullar data network
59%
of total smartphone traffic was carried over Wi-Fi
2013
19%
of total smartphone traffic was carried over the celullar data network
81%
of total smartphone traffic was carried over Wi-Fi
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21 billion by 2020. Use of the IoT is on the
rise, as a number of companies have begun to experiment with its potential. Coca Cola for example, currently use microchips to track their bottles, and Amazon have introduced ‘Dash Buttons’ - which allow users to restock their favorite household products, such as Andrex and Ariel, at the touch of a button. e true potential however, is yet to be tapped. Ultimately, 5G could revolutionize the industry, bringing not only
fast and highly accessible cellular browsing, but also bringing the full functionality of the IoT into our everyday lives. Ultimately, 5G will aid the creation of a digital society and economy
that could connect limitless numbers of devices through one network.
For telcos, 5G represents a future revenue channel with abundant possibilities. Recently, smartphone users have been taking advantage
of improved wi capabilities, which has decreased data usage and resulted in some
lost revenue for telcos. 5G represents a way to interest smartphone users in cellular browsing once more, and hence replace this lost revenue. However, the rise of the Internet of ings
could result in a massively compressed telco infrastructure, as all industry sectors join together. For telcos and other companies in the technology sector, this makes staying ahead of the curve more important than ever... Cue a host of organizations throwing their hat into the ring.
SO WHAT’S THE DOWNSIDE?
It is not just the telecoms industry who are excited by 5G, but various others who could capitalize from it as well. e result is numerous industries wanting a slice of the action, and
so 5G must now ful l multiple agendas and requirements. Media companies will want prioritized bandwidth, so that their movies
can be streamed in higher resolutions. Gaming companies will expect low latency for optimum player experience. Technology companies such as Apple and Samsung are perhaps the biggest investors: Smartphones are an obvious motive,