5G networks for innovation

One of the major reasons why 5G will inevitably emerge is the need for more capacity — to accommodate all Internet of Things devices. It is predicted that every household will get to connect many ‘smart’ connected devices, like refrigerators or TVs. For the time-being many manufacturers in the home domain are piloting devices, getting ready for this future.

This approach is called Massive MIMO (Multiple Input, Multiple Output) and it means, that we will have a “client” (central) device that connects to a number of transceivers simultaneously. Of course, this needs the parallel development of smart grids.

Due to this elevated number of devices, the needed cumulative bandwidth should be no less than several dozen Gbps, especially indoors where the majority of connected devices tend to be. Capacity that high is needed to cope with the 1000x data volume growth expected by 2020 and on.

WiFi can’t handle the connected future

Another side advantage of 5G, in terms of security, is the possibility of finally eliminating Wi-Fi; the high-bandwidth mobile Internet will outperform legacy solutions and even function better indoor than outdoor.

The disadvantages of Wi-Fi are quite widely publicized. Firstly, it is a limited. It wasn’t created to act as the sole access point. It uses unmanaged spectrum that causes serious issues with interference and, as a consequence, with bandwidth.

Opportunities

The crossroads of IoT / 5G / M2M / Cloud access, all intend to make significant changes to the business, society, and many aspects of our life.

• Automotive: Cars will rely on high-performance, secure networks for enhanced GPS with instant traffic and map updates as one example.
• Public utilities: 5G will help cut costs, and will secure facilities, faster introduction of new products and services to consumers, remote monitoring and maintenance through sensors to protect valuable assets located in distant and sometimes hazardous locations.
• Public safety: 5G will improve citizens’ experience, security communications and emergencies
• High-tech manufacturers: Reach peak productivity with 5G, improve the customer experience, introduce new products and services to consumers faster.
• Healthcare: 5G promises to improve quality of life, allowing to implement new services and products for the public
• Financial Services: 5G will enhance productivity, customer satisfaction with real-time mobile trading and high-frequency trading with more secure transactions.
• Media and Gaming: 5G will bring truly immersive experience, such as ultra HD 4K and virtual reality on mobile devices.