Next-generation mobile technology (5G) offers substantial improvements in mobile network speed, latency and reliability. It also supports having more devices simultaneously using the same cell.
This will be an enabler of an Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem where networks can cost-effectively serve billions of connected devices with an optimal mix of speed, capacity and latency.
| Machine learning Applications that can find and apply patterns in massive amounts of data. Digital twin A digital manifestation of a physical asset. The interconnection, via the internet, of computing devices embedded in everyday objects, enabling them to send and receive data. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Simulation of human intelligence in machines that are programmed to think like humans. |
5G relies on more spectrum becoming available and an extensive network of base stations. Its real benefits will only be realised if industry and government simultaneously embrace and enable complementary technologies.
These include the Internet of Things, artificial intelligence, machine learning, digital twins and advanced analytical capabilities.