The deployment of 5G networks is progressing rapidly as the demand for faster and more reliable connectivity continues to grow. The standalone (SA) deployment model marks a significant milestone in the evolution of 5G, offering lower latency, increased bandwidth, and improved reliability compared to earlier network configurations. Using Ookla Speedtest Intelligence® data, this article tracks […]
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Comparing LTE Routers with 5G Routers
UPDATE – 11/4/2024 – To help make your decision between LTE and 5G routers easier, 5Gstore recently launched a powerful new tool—the 4G/5G Router Comparison Tool. This tool is designed to simplify your search for the perfect router by allowing you to compare up to four devices side-by-side. With detailed insights into specifications like LTE/5G […]
Understanding the Technical Aspects of 5G Technology
The demand for faster, more reliable mobile communication technologies continues to grow. 5G promises to revolutionize how we connect and interact with the digital world, but do we really understand it? This technology is designed to enhance mobile broadband services, support ultra-reliable low-latency communications, and enable massive machine-type communications. These capabilities are achieved through a […]
FCC’s Net Neutrality Rules: Navigating 5G’s Network Slicing Debate
As we eagerly anticipate the full potential of 5G technology, regulatory bodies like the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) are tasked with updating policies to accommodate these advancements. A big debate in this area revolves around “network slicing” and how it fits with the idea of net neutrality. Recently, FCC officials confirmed that the upcoming net […]
5G Networks: Non-Standalone vs. Standalone
Perhaps you’ve heard of something called 5G? Who hasn’t at this point? We’ve even talked about the different names for 5G when it comes to the cellular carriers – i.e. Verizon’s Ultra Wideband 5G or T-Mobile’s Ultra Capacity 5G. However, what you may not know are what the terms SA and NSA used along with […]
Verizon and Axon Showcase 5G Network Slicing in Public Safety
Verizon Wireless has recently joined forces with Axon Enterprise Inc., a leader in public safety technology, to demonstrate the capabilities of 5G network slicing in public safety applications. The collaboration utilized Axon Fleet 3, an advanced in-car video system, and Axon Respond, a real-time situational awareness service. Axon’s in-car video system provides live maps and […]
T-Mobile is the First to Make 5G Network Slicing Beta Available to Developers
BELLEVUE, Wash. — August 2, 2023 – T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS) today announced it launched a 5G network slicing beta for developers who are working to supercharge their video calling applications with the power of 5G SA. With a customized network slice, developers can sign up to test video calling applications that require consistent uplink and downlink […]
What is Network Slicing and How is Verizon Using it with 5G?
[VERIZON WIRELESS] SYRACUSE, NY – Verizon recently established connections and passed data over multiple network slices in a completely commercial 5G environment. Network slicing allows customers to send their traffic over virtual end-to-end networks tailored to specific application requirements, while optimizing network performance to support all services. This capability, designed for network traffic on Verizon’s new cloud-native, […]
