In 2020, 5G is poised to change the way we live, play, and work. While 4G had a significant impact on mobile internet capabilities, 5G is set to give communications a major boost. During the 5G Symposium staged at Mobile News XPO earlier last month, this technology will open new opportunities like network slicing, dynamic spectrum sharing, and health applications.
Last year, the 5G Symposium was as successful as the Paddy Power promo code, deserving a follow-up session organized in March. The event brought together executives from EE, O2, and Samsung under the professional moderation of CCS Insight. According to Samsung sales vice president in the UK, James Kitto, the launch of the 5G network over the last year, acts as a catalyst for growth.
According to experts in the 5G Symposium this year, the technology will support a range of new experiences. Here’s a closer look at the new experiences that 5G networks will create in 2020.
Dynamic Spectrum
Earlier this year, Vodafone, together with Huawei, Qualcomm, and Ericsson, achieved a substantial 5G milestone that helps to accelerate the deployment of a new mobile standard worldwide. Dynamic spectrum sharing is emerging as an essential part of the mobile provider’s 5G strategy. The technology allows an LTE carrier to LTE and 5G New Radio simultaneously with only a software upgrade.
In simple terms, dynamic spectrum sharing allows mobile service operators to deliver 5G and 4G services in the same spectrum. That allows a smooth transition between the two technologies, allowing for a cost-effective rollout of the 5G technology. According to EE executive advisor Fotis Karonis, dynamic sharing will require funding from all sectors, and it will be a big step if it’s available to mobile service providers as soon as possible.
Industry experts also believe that network slicing will be a key component for the future of 5G due to the huge number of applications and new services that this technology can support. Network slicing allows operators to offer multiple virtual networks on the commonly shared infrastructure.
New Shopping Experience
5G networks will reinvent our shopping experiences thanks to its combination with other technologies such as edge computing. Processing data close to where it’s processed will mean more reliable connectivity and better performance. The technology enables ultra-low latency, enabling retailers to adopt immersive technologies like augmented reality. That allows shoppers to check out products virtually without ever setting foot in a store.
For customers that prefer physical shops, their shopping experiences will also be enhanced with hyper-personalized digital experiences designed to target specific shoppers. The low latency of 5G networks will also enable a range of digital innovations set to change the way we shop entirely.